State utility regulators are preparing to rule on the deal, in a decision that could have major implications for Michigan rivers, rural economies and energy bills.

Michigan students’ English language arts scores dipped on the state’s spring standardized tests. In third grade, just 38.2% of students are proficient. (Annie Barker for Bridge Michigan) Michigan ...

After all that toil in the salt mines and data farms, it’s time to crack open a Faygo and drink in the Bridge Michigan News Quiz, 10 ultra-caffeinated questions with no bitter aftertaste. You know the ...

A group looking to amend the Michigan Constitution to require voters prove their citizenship has turned to the US Supreme Court, seeking ballot access after state elections officials were unable to ...

Democratic candidate for governor Jocelyn Benson and running mate Winnie Brinks join hands at the Michigan Democratic Party’s state convention on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026. (Lauren Gibbons/Bridge ...

Affordability and cost of living are some of the biggest issues on the minds of voters in the race for Michigan’s next governor. That includes the rising cost of healthcare. Early in her general ...

The players say their coach and other staff were aware of sexual hazing that included the forced shaving of their genitals and other abuses by teammates decades ago.

A network of free clinics operates on shoestring budgets, volunteers, donated supplies and hope. Some predict they’ll need more of that if more Michiganders lose health coverage.

Michigan students took standardized tests in the spring. But reading scores have dropped slightly from the year before across grades. Starting in the fall of 2027, first-year students at the College ...

A network of free clinics operates on shoestring budgets, volunteers, donated supplies and hope. Some predict they’ll need more of that if more Michiganders lose health coverage.

Michigan governor candidates. Top row: Jocelyn Benson, Mike Cox, Kim Thomas, John James, Bottom row: Aric Nesbitt, Perry Johnson Ralph Rebandt, Chris Swanson. (Bridge, AP and courtesy photos) Michigan ...

Road usage charges are among the alternative road funding options policymakers are exploring to address long-term revenue needs for Michigan’s transportation network. (Shutterstock) With Michigan ...