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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 5h

Michigan secretary of state candidates weigh in on election transparency, Trump administration michiganadvance.com/2026/10/08/m... Via @hayleyharding.bsky.social w/ @votebeat.org

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 06/10/2026

Barrett’s supporters counter-programmed the protest by holding one of their own, calling out Lawrence’s associations with the democratic socialist movement, his arrest record from days of protesting oil pipelines, and other grievances with Lawrence's campaign.

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 06/10/2026

Organizers of the pro-Lawrence demonstration, held outside of Barrett’s office in Lansing, called attention to the congressman’s record on AI, the data centers that power its proliferation, healthcare and other issues that progressives have noted in their calls to elect Lawrence.

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 06/10/2026

Members of “Spartans for Will” Lawrence and supporters of U.S. Rep. Tom Barrett (R-Charlotte) clashed in a war of words and protest signs in downtown Lansing on Monday evening during a pair of demonstrations. Photos and video by @bensolis1.bsky.social

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 28/09/2026

Michigan Advance Trivia: Legendary Detroit newscaster Bill Bonds was known for many things, including his appearance in 1971’s “Escape from the Planet of the Apes.” Who was his real-life co-anchor who also appeared in movies, most notably 1976’s “Rocky”? Check back later for the answer.

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 24/09/2026

Congratulations to Michigan Advance Senior Reporter @bensolis1.bsky.social, who won the Domino "Nick" Reyes Media Award by U-M Dearborn’s Latina/o Worker Leadership Institute. The award spotlights journalists who demonstrate commitment to highlighting Latino community issues

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 21/09/2026

Michigan Advance trivia: President William Howard Taft visited what Michigan city on this day in 1911? Check back later for the answer.

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 10/09/2026

Republican gubernatorial candidate and U.S. Rep. John James (R-Shelby Township) held a press conference on Thursday memorializing the one-year anniversary of the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Photos by @kdailey.bsky.social

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 08/09/2026

Democratic gubernatorial candidate and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson called healthcare the “defining issue” of the 2026 gubernatorial election at a roundtable event in South Lansing on Tuesday afternoon. Photos by @kdailey.bsky.social

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 04/09/2026

After the US Supreme Court declined to hear an application on Michigan's citizens-only voting ballot measure, which was not approved by the Board of State Canvassers, the state's Supreme Court followed suit on Thursday and similarly declined to hear the case. www.courts.michigan.gov/4a4be8/sitea...

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 19/08/2026

Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jocelyn Benson made it official: “Winnie Brinks is the right partner to help lead Michigan forward. From West Michigan to every corner of our state, Winnie has spent her career showing up for people, solving problems, and delivering results.” @kdailey.bsky.social

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 27/07/2026

Michigan Advance Trivia: On July 25, 1932, the renowned “Detroit Industry” murals were begun. Who was the artist? Check back later for the answer.

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 15/07/2026

Both EGLE and the DNR have issued permits for the Line 5 tunnel project through the Straits of Mackinac, each dealing with different sections of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protections Act.

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 14/07/2026

Gov. Whitmer orders flags flown at half-staff for U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina.

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 13/07/2026

Inbox: U.S. Sen. Gary Peters (D-Bloomfield) endorses Haley Stevens to replace him.

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 06/07/2026

BREAKING: Kevin Guskiewicz has told Clemson he is staying at Michigan State University.

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 02/07/2026

Inbox: El-Sayed gets nod from AOC

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 27/06/2026

Attorney General Dana Nessel visits the Michigan Advance booth at Lansing Pride, and tells us what Pride means to her in 2026. The Advance will be here all day. Come on by and say hi!

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 23/06/2026

Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall tells reporters today that he, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks have a framework of a deal for budget targets (individual department spending). Hall: If they can agree today, that would help the Legislature meet its July 1 deadline.

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 23/06/2026

According to a press release from Michigan AG Dana Nessel, an update filed Monday in federal court in Detroit confirms ICE has abandoned plans to convert the Romulus warehouse into a detention center and will sell the property. The parties agreed to file another update by July 17.

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 22/06/2026

SEIU Michigan throws its support behind @jocelynbenson.bsky.social for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination. It follows Friday’s endorsement of her rival, @swanson4mi.bsky.social by the @teamsters.bsky.social

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 19/06/2026

Your Weekly Michigan Political Brief - Teamsters General President Sean O’Brien has personally endorsed Chris Swanson for Governor of Michigan. michiganadvance.com/2026/06/19/y...

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 09/06/2026

Ralph Rebandt's appeal to the Michigan Supreme Court about his gubernatorial petition signatures was officially denied Monday.

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 28/05/2026

They’re underway on Mackinac Island. Story to follow from @bensolis1.bsky.social at MichiganAdvance.com

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 21/05/2026

Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan calls off his independent bid to be Michigan’s governor. Story on the way at www.MichiganAdvance.com

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 06/05/2026

BREAKING: Republican Jason Tunney has conceded the Special Election for Michigan’s 35th Senate District, leaving Democrat Chedrick Greene as the winner, and keeping Democrats in control of the chamber through 2026.

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 02/05/2026

Per @bensolis1.bsky.social at the Friends Up North GOP Lincoln Day Dinner event: Perry Johnson won the straw poll, while John James wins 2nd (in absentia) and Mike Cox came in 3rd. Aric Nesbitt and Ralph Rebandt bring up the rear. (Ralph got 0 votes)

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 02/05/2026

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says ruling instituting a nationwide ban on prescribing mifepristone via telehealth is a “dangerous, partisan attempt to erode reproductive freedom” and that “It’s clear that extremists have no intention of stopping at Roe.“ Vows to keep “fighting like hell” to protect access.

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 19/04/2026

This isn’t the first musical march that @abdulelsayed.bsky.social has seen at a convention as @umichvoter.bsky.social pointed out in this clip from 2018.

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 17/04/2026

Former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-White Lake) filed signatures on Friday in Lansing in his bid for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate. “We have already hit 60,000 doors across the state. This thing is only ramping up,” he said. Pictures and text from @kdailey.bsky.social

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 17/04/2026

Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson officially filed to run in the Democratic primary for governor on Friday, submitting 26,752 signatures four days ahead of the filing deadline. “I’ve been counted out from the beginning. Not today.” Pictures from @kdailey.bsky.social

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 14/04/2026

Last but certainly not least, Democratic U.S. Senate candidate @abdulelsayed.bsky.social delivered his nominating signatures to the Michigan Department of State on Tuesday with a crowd of supporters cheering him on. Photos and video by @bensolis1.bsky.social

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 13/04/2026

Michigan Sen. @mallorymcmorrow.bsky.social was the second among three Democratic candidates for the U.S. Senate to deliver her nominating signatures on Monday, April 13, capitalizing on the momentum she's gained since entering the race this time last year. Photos & video by @bensolis1.bsky.social

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 11/04/2026

We collected data on how 779 Michigan school districts regulate cellphones − here are the trends michiganadvance.com/2026/04/11/w... From @theconversation.com

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 11/04/2026

A new gold rush: States stockpile bars, encourage gold-backed debit cards michiganadvance.com/2026/04/11/r... From @stateline.org

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 10/04/2026

Investigation says Monroe Public Schools did not violate Title IX, no decision on reinstating AD michiganadvance.com/2026/04/10/i... From @kdailey.bsky.social

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 10/04/2026

Medicaid expansion boosted access to opioid addiction treatment medication, study says michiganadvance.com/2026/04/10/r...

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 10/04/2026

U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens was the first among her Democratic primary opponents to deliver 30,000 nominating signatures to the Michigan Department of State on Friday in her bid for the U.S. Senate this year. Photos and video by @bensolis1.bsky.social .

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 10/04/2026

Washtenaw County is being sued by Trump’s Department of Justice over immigrant protection policies michiganadvance.com/2026/04/10/w...

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 10/04/2026

Gas prices soar by 21% as government inflation figures reflect Trump’s war on Iran michiganadvance.com/2026/04/10/r...

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 10/04/2026

In this week’s “Stories from the States” podcast, Tennessee Lookout senior reporter Anita Wadhwani discussed her coverage of journalist Estefany Rodríguez, who was arrested by ICE agents on March 4 in Tennessee and held for 15 days. michiganadvance.com/2026/04/10/r... @anitawadhwani.bsky.social

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 10/04/2026

How Trump’s SAVE America Act could make it harder for married women to vote michiganadvance.com/2026/04/10/r... From @stateline.org

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 10/04/2026

U-M regent hopeful Makled scrutinized over antisemitic content in now-deleted social media posts michiganadvance.com/2026/04/10/u... From @bensolis1.bsky.social

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 10/04/2026

Community pushback prompts Sault Tribe leadership to adopt moratorium on data centers, but conflicting accounts emerge over whether projects were ever under consideration. michiganadvance.com/2026/04/10/c... From @kdavidsonjrn.bsky.social

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 09/04/2026

US House Democrats call for Congress to come back into session for Iran war debate michiganadvance.com/2026/04/09/r...

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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 09/04/2026

Oakland County GOP chair slams John James for refusal to commit to April gubernatorial debate michiganadvance.com/2026/04/09/o... From @kdailey.bsky.social

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