The deadline for Democrats and Republicans to file to seek the governor's office is 15 Tuesdays before the August primary election (April 21, 2026) and for candidates filing without party affiliation, ...

A nonprofit organization that formed in December has launched an ad blitz in recent days attacking U.S. Rep. John James as ...

Republican gubernatorial candidate Tom Leonard has proposed a utility commission reform package that includes capping rate ...

James would be the state's first Black governor if elected, but first has to contend with a crowded primary and a potential ...

The 2026 election is poised to reshape the cast of politicians who lead Michigan. The level of January jockeying might portend the high stakes ahead.

UPDATE: Lt. Gilchrist announced he was ending his bid for governor on Monday, Jan. 12, running instead for Secretary of State. TRAVERSE CITY, MI - Six of Michigan’s high-profile candidates for ...