Top Snyder Aide Takes White House Job

michigan.gov Gov. Rick Snyder’s chief of staff has taken a new job at the White House. Jarrod Agen is the...

State Senate and House Work to Eliminate “Tampon Tax”

Office of State Rep. Winnie Brinks The so-called “tampon tax” has got to go. That’s the message of lawmakers in...

Governor, Legislature Would Be Subject to FOIA Under Bill Package

Cheyna Roth/MPRN Michigan and Louisiana are the only two states that don’t apply their public records laws to the legislature...

Detroit Schools Make Case Against School Closings

  Sascha Raiyn The  Detroit Public Schools Community District and the Educational Achievement Authority held a joint learning summit Tuesday...

Immigration Order Causing Confusion in Metro Detroit Community

The effect of President Trump's executive order on immigration was felt immediately by Dearborn residents, but its long-term effects are...

Congressman Kildee Drafting Legislation to Defund Immigration Executive Order

Congressman Dan Kildee says he is sponsoring legislation to defund any action related to President Trump’s executive order on immigration. Speaking...

Dearborn “Emergency” Town Hall on Immigration Draws a Crowd

Laura Herberg/WDET Hundreds of people crowded Dearborn's Ford Community and Performing Arts Center Wednesday evening where they learned about how President Trump's executive...

Homeowners Can Avoid Foreclosure During “Taxpayer Saturdays”

Homeowners can get free assistance to prevent foreclosures during “Taxpayer Saturdays” this month. The events are hosted by the Wayne...

State Officials Continue Emergency Declaration for Massive Sinkhole in Macomb County

Michigan lawmakers are extending an emergency declaration in Macomb County as officials there continue to grapple with the effects of...

Canadian Officials Concerned About Effect of Travel Ban on Medical Emergencies

President Trumps travel ban is creating confusion and frustration for people crossing between Detroit and Windsor. Customs officials have detained...

Snyder: Trump Immigration Order Opens Dialogue on the Topic

  Jake Neher/WDET Gov. Rick Snyder says President Trump has opened a “much-needed” national conversation on immigration with his order...

MDOT Says It Hopes to Minimize Impact of I-75 SB Closure

The Michigan Department of Transportation plans to close southbound I-75 at the foot of the Rouge River bridge in Detroit this...