
Michigan’s 2026 Elections to See Record Campaign Spending
Michigan’s 2026 elections will see record spending as voters elect a new governor, attorney general, and more.

Michigan’s 2026 elections will see record spending as voters elect a new governor, attorney general, and more.

Explore Michigan politics in 2026 with key elections, possible constitutional changes, and Governor Whitmer’s future plans.

Mary Sheffield becomes Detroit’s first female mayor, promising inclusive progress and community-focused leadership.

Brandi Joy Crawford-Johnson sues Kalamazoo for failing to address toxic gas emissions affecting residents’ health.

Michigan’s jobless benefits will rise to $530 weekly by 2026, with increased stipends for dependents and stricter job search.

Michigan’s minimum wage will rise to $13.73 by 2026, affecting tipped and minor workers’ wages, following a court decision.

In one month, voters in Midland, Bay City, and Saginaw will decide which of 10 candidates will advance in the primaries.

Michigan’s minimum wage rises to $13.73 in 2026, affecting tipped workers and minors. Future hikes tied to inflation.

A federal judge set a deadline for the Trump administration to respond to a lawsuit over blocking gender-affirming care.

A proposed bill would restrict immigration enforcement at sensitive locations like schools and churches in Michigan.


Michigan voters face a major decision in 2026: whether to hold a constitutional convention to rewrite the state constitution.

