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Judge strikes down Benson order banning open carry of guns at Michigan polling places
Secretary Benson's directive, issued Oct. 16, banned the open carry of guns on Election Day at or near polling places and related buildings.
Herd immunity and COVID-19: Experts warn against letting 'things rip'
A debate is brewing over whether it's time to abandon efforts to contain COVID-19 and instead try for herd immunity through mass infection.
Trump vs. Biden: Here's how every region of the state plays its part in the race
Metro Detroit may be the most important political bloc in Michigan but it's far from the only one as Trump showed four years ago.
Michigan State to eliminate men's, women's swimming programs after 2020-21 season
Michigan State athletic director Bill Beekman said the school will eliminate its men's and women's swimming and diving teams after the 2020-21 season.
Wayne State tells campus community: Take Oct. 30 as a mental health day
Wayne State tells students take Oct. 30 as a mental health day off. The Detroit university is asking faculty to cancel classes to let students recharge.
Michigan reports 1,597 new coronavirus cases, 33 deaths Wednesday
The state has now reported a total of 150,989 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 7,086 deaths since March.
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Michigan reports 1,597 new coronavirus cases, 33 deaths Wednesday
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Washtenaw County issues two-week stay home order for U-M students
Washtenaw County has issued a two-week stay at home order as it tries to curb a sharp uptick in cases at the University of Michigan.
I've voted in 71 elections. It's my right — and my duty.
Your vote matters. We learned that lesson in 2016.
Michigan absentee voters: It's too late to mail your ballot. Drop it off.
With Election Day two weeks away, Michigan voters should avoid the postal service and their ballots directly to drop boxes or clerks now.
Unhappy blue-collar Michigan voters turned off by Hillary, back in play in 2020
During this period of uncertainty about the economy, job cuts and a pandemic, hourly workers describe the importance of feeling understood.
Pete Buttigieg in Michigan: Joe Biden will bring 'competence, decency' to White House
Former Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg spoke in Grand Rapids on Monday to drum up support for Democratic nominee Joe Biden.
What is '8645'? Whitmer's pin an anti-Trump message using restaurant industry slang
On "Meet the Press," Gov. Whitmer displayed an "8645" pin. The message uses slang from the restaurant industry to call for voting Trump out of office.
Michigan pastor leaves ministry over church's broad support of Trump
Keith Mannes says the East Saugatuck Christian Reformed Church has "abandoned its role" as the conscience of the state in support of Donald Trump.
Trump downplays plot against Whitmer at Michigan rally, crowd chants 'lock her up'
The president said he guessed Whitmer was threatened and suggested federal law enforcement should spend more time investigating left-wing groups.
Secretary of State: Last day to register to vote online or by mail is Monday
If you did not register through these methods by Monday, you still have time.
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Michigan doctors call on Trump to cancel Muskegon rally, citing rising coronavirus cases
Two Michigan doctors urged the president to cancel his Muskegon campaign rally, less than 24 hours before doors are scheduled to open to the public.
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Michigan doctors call on Trump to cancel Muskegon rally, citing rising coronavirus cases
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Michigan to ban open carry of guns at polling places, other spots on Election Day
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson's directive comes amid fears that armed poll watchers may intimidate voters on Nov. 3.
Stabenow: Trump wants to end Obamacare. Don't let his next SCOTUS pick do it.
Republicans have been trying for years to repeal the health care law – and they’ve failed. So now Trump has turned that job over to the courts.
Trump calls Whitmer a 'dictator,' misleads about Michigan COVID-19 orders
President Trump blasted Gov. Whitmer again during a television interview Thursday, incorrectly characterizing court rulings on her COVID-19 orders.
Michigan state ballot proposals: No on 1, yes on 2
State ballot proposals ask for a change to parks spending and offer protections for electronic data.