Lawmakers are scrutinizing conditions at the Huron Valley Correctional Facility following the death of an inmate from a treatable infection and testimony alleging mold, poor ventilation and unsafe living conditions.

Eleven Michigan athletes have won gold medals at the Winter Olympics. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer was there to celebrate.

Republican-backed bills would allow Michigan farmers to sell unpasteurized milk directly to consumers. Critics contend there would be health risks, but supporters say consumers should be able to decide.

The Michigan Department of Corrections has provided 30,000 inmates with state IDs and other vital documents before release to ease reentry and reduce recidivism. But exonerees, who are often released on short notice, may not have the same opportunity to secure those documents.

New proposal would allow extended stays of more than half a year at campgrounds in some parts of Michigan. Some are skeptical but one sponsor says it could ‘help solve the housing problem.’

Teens are increasingly using AI companions — not just for schoolwork, but for companionship and social interaction. Experts warn that heavy use may be linked to increased loneliness and emotional dependence.

About 95% percent of Lake Erie is covered in ice, and even half of Lake Superior is too. Bitter cold temperatures have spurred major ice coverage across the Great Lakes, but warmer weather is coming.

More than a dozen athletes with Michigan ties qualified for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. The state is particularly well represented in ice dancing and hockey.

Cable television subscribers fell below 1 million in Michigan in 2025, as concerns about the cost of streaming services are increasing.

Assaults against Michigan prison staff have increased in recent years, particularly at facilities that house high-security inmates, which correctional officers attribute to a shortage of maximum-security space.