Michigan

Trump's First 100 Days 5 days ago

Trump to hold rally Tuesday in celebration of first 100 days, Leavitt says

President Donald Trump will hold a rally in Michigan "to celebrate the FIRST 100 days" of his second term, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt noted in a post on X.

Michigan April 22

House Dem jumps into crowded Michigan Senate race

Michigan Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens launches her bid to represent the Great Lakes State in the U.S. Senate with a video slamming President Donald Trump's tariffs.

Politics April 19

College president whose school takes no fed funding says Harvard 'could make it on their own' after Trump cuts

Hillsdale College President Larry Arnn spoke to Fox News Digital after President Donald Trump instituted the Harvard federal funding freeze.

Health April 19

Measles outbreaks now declared in 8 states, including Michigan's first in 5 years

Michigan has reported a measles outbreak after three cases were confirmed in Montcalm County, following seven other U.S. states with marked outbreaks.

Michigan April 17

Fierce Israel critic launches Senate bid in Michigan high-stakes 2026 midterm race

Abdul El-Sayed announced his Democratic candidacy for U.S. Senate in Michigan in what could be one of the most watched 2026 midterm contests.

White House April 14

Gretchen Whitmer ribbed online for seeming to hide face in Oval Office

Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer temporarily held up a folder to block her face from cameras in an Oval Office meeting with President Donald Trump.

Healthcare April 14

Top US hospital hit with scathing ad campaign over 'extreme woke' agenda: 'Politics over patients'

The Henry Ford Health system in Michigan is being targeted by a new campaign accusing the organization of promoting a "woke" agenda rather than focusing on patient care.

Politics April 14

First on Fox: Republican launches second straight bid to flip Democrat-held Senate seat in key battleground

Former Rep. Mike Rogers, who was the GOP Senate nominee in Michigan, is launching a second straight Republican run for the Senate in the crucial Great Lakes battleground state.

Border security April 14

US northern border faces Great Lakes threat from ‘bad actors’ pressing waterfront weaknesses: expert

An expert predicted that amid the White House's crackdown on illegal immigration on the southern border, bad actors will naturally turn to the northern border.

Gretchen Whitmer April 12

Whitmer ditches Dem playbook on Trump's tariffs amid 2028 speculation

Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer of MIchigan bucked the party line during a trip to the White House Wednesday amid speculation about her 2028 campaign aspirations.

Politics April 12

Longtime House Republican weighs run to flip Dem-held Senate seat in key battleground

Longtime Republican Rep. Bill Huizenga of Michigan is weighing a run in the 2026 midterm elections for Michigan's open Senate seat, which the GOP is aiming to flip.

Media April 10

Gretchen Whitmer angers Democrats, suffers 'huge embarrassment' with Trump meeting at White House

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is facing backlash from fellow Democrats after a surprise appearance with President Donald Trump at the White House, with some claiming she was "prop."

Politics April 10

Trump praises Dem Gov. Gretchen Whitmer after slamming her last year: 'Very good person'

President Donald Trump praised Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer this week after slamming her last year as a "terrible governor"

Police and Law Enforcement April 8

Dramatic footage shows heat-seeking tech leading rescuers to missing Michigan toddler curled up in ditch

Watch Michigan State Police rescue a 2-year-old boy who went missing on Sunday. They found him curled up in a ditch on the side of the freeway using heat-detecting technology.

Michigan April 7

Republican Rep. John James announces run for governor: 'Make Michigan great again'

Republican Congressman John James announced on Monday that he is launching his bid for governor of Michigan to replace term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Mexico April 3

Michigan couple detained in Mexico for over a month over timeshare dispute head home

Michigan couple Paul and Christy Akeo, who were detained in Mexico for over a month over a timeshare dispute, are finally heading home.

Crime April 3

Georgia and Alabama suspects make plea in sextortion scam that led to Michigan teen's suicide

Five Georgia and Alabama men have pleaded guilty to money laundering in connection with a Nigerian sextortion scheme that led to a Michigan teenager's death by suicide.

Democratic Party April 2

Rising star Dem critical of Schumer's leadership launches 2026 bid in key Senate battleground

Michigan state Sen. Mallory McMorrow, a rising star in the Democratic Party who doesn't support Chuck Schumer, is launching a U.S. Senate run in the 2026 midterms.

Politics March 31

Trump and his tariffs find unlikely ally in auto union boss, who blasted Dems and 'corporate greed'

UAW President Shawn Fain praised President Donald Trump's tariffs over the weekend at a speech at Wayne State, saying Democrats could have acted better on trade and offshoring.

Mexico March 29

Michigan grandparents imprisoned in Mexico timeshare dispute as daughter begs for their release

Michigan couple Christy and Paul Akeo have been detained in a Cancun, Mexico, prison for weeks over a timeshare dispute. Their daughter is begging for their release.

Culture Trends March 27

University of Michigan announces it's shuttering its DEI offices due to Trump's executive orders

The University of Michigan is closing the doors of its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) office, according to an announcement on Thursday.

Detroit March 20

Michigan hospital shooting injures 1, suspect in custody, police say

One person has been shot and a suspect has been caught following a shooting at Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital parking garage on Thursday morning.

Politics March 19

House panel asks Trump's small business chief to provide info on alleged Biden-era electioneering project

House Small Business Cmte Chairman Roger Williams of Texas is asking the Trump administration for records from the Biden years he hopes will shed light on electioneering allegations

Politics March 18

Republican Tudor Dixon praises Trump as she eyes 2026 run for governor or Senate in key battleground

Republican Tudor Dixon praises President Trump as she eyes a 2026 run for either governor or Senate in battleground Michigan

Michigan March 16

Michigan judge's order for Walmart shoplifters to wash cars squashed by his boss

A Michigan judge sought to have Walmart shoplifters offer free car washes for their punishment, but the plan was overruled by a senior jurist.

Michigan March 14

Michigan votes to urge ban on trans athletes against girls; Dems get backlash from LGBTQ+ advocates

Eight Michigan Democrats voted to urge a ban on trans athletes against girls in high school sports, resulting in backlash from LGBTQ+ advocates.

Elections March 13

Pete Buttigieg makes major announcement regarding his political future

Former Transportation Secretary and presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg rules out a run for the Senate in Michigan in 2026, clearing a path for a potential 2028 White House bid.

Michigan March 12

CBP director faces charges for allegedly defrauding FEMA and lying to feds

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Director Serina Baker-Hill is accused of defrauding FEMA and lying to federal agents after receiving assistance to repair her home.

Donald Trump March 11

Trump picks Michael George DeSombre to represent US in East Asia and Pacific

President Donald Trump announced his nomination of Michael George DeSombre, who was nominated to serve as the next Assistant Secretary of State for East Asia and the Pacific.

Donald Trump March 11

Social media explodes after Dem senator makes 'insulting' remark about brains of Trump voters

Democratic Sen. Elissa Slotkin faced pushback from conservatives on social media over a comment interpreted as suggesting the brains of Trump voters haven't fully formed yet.