State of the state’s budget
What’s in the proof-of-citizenship and voter ID ballot proposal, and what is the state of the state budget as Governor Whitmer prepares for her final State of the State address. by Zoe Clark and Rick ...
25 Feb 18min
Michigan’s ballot proposals
An inside look at the proposals aiming for Michigan’s November ballot - from property taxes and school funding to voter ID and minimum wage - and where the campaigns stand now. by Zoe Clark and Rick P...
18 Feb 18min
Classroom cellphone ban
Michigan bans smartphones in classrooms starting next school year - what the new bipartisan law does and doesn’t do. Plus, Perry Johnson on entering the GOP primary for governor, Trump, and his pitch ...
11 Feb 18min
Michigan’s open U.S. Senate seat
Michigan’s U.S. Senate race draws national attention as Democrats face a competitive primary and a key state Senate race in the 35th District could have big consequences in Lansing. Want to get politi...
4 Feb 18min
A Michigan media shakeup and a swing Senate seat
What the surprising Detroit News deal means for Michigan journalism. Plus a breakdown of the high-stakes 35th Senate District special election. Plus, voters head into a pivotal 35th Senate District ra...
28 Jan 18min
Inside the House: Matt Hall on a high-stakes year
Michigan Republican Speaker of the House Matt Hall discusses his 2026 policy priorities, independent gubernatorial candidate Mike Duggan and support for a Constitutional Convention. by Zoe Clark and R...
21 Jan 18min
Inside the senate: Winnie Brinks on a high-stakes year
Politics in Michigan just got more interesting as Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist changes statewide races. Plus a conversation with the Michigan Senate Majority Leader on what can actually get do...
14 Jan 18min
Why 2026 will rewrite Michigan politics
Big elections. Bigger fights. And maybe a rewritten state constitution? A look ahead to a pivotal year in Michigan politics. by Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta Want to get political updates from Zoe and Rick...
7 Jan 18min
