Opponents of the death penalty are urging Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to intervene and stop the execution of Demetrius Frazier, a Detroit native who was convicted of murder and sexual assault in Michigan before being sent to a prison in Alabama by then-Gov. Rick Snyder.

Whitmer signed bills that would allow communities to ask voters for tax increases to fund public transit and increase a tax at Metro Detroit hotels.

Michigan's Democratic secretary of state, Jocelyn Benson, has announced her candidacy for governor in the 2026 election, hoping to take over from Gretchen Whitmer. Her entrance comes as Democrats navigate significant losses after President Trump secured Michigan in the November election.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a second-term Democrat, and new state House Speaker Matt Hall, R-Richland Township, revealed the date for the event.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer wants a fresh start with President-elect Donald Trump but also warns that she won't back down over tariffs that she believes would hurt the auto industry in her state.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer invites Detroit Lions fans of all ages to share their depictions of the team's logo.

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announces her bid for governor, emphasizing service and efficiency.

Michigan pharmacists can now prescribe birth control, as Gov. Whitmer signs bills to improve reproductive rights and access.

The fates of the auto industry and the state of Michigan are linked, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said during a speech at the Detroit Auto Show Wednesday — and if Michiganders can cross partisan divides and continue the state’s tradition of invention,

Whitmer and bipartisan leaders vowed to defend Michigan’s automotive leadership and prevent Chinese-subsidized vehicles from undermining the U.S. market.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer shared concerns about Michigan's road funding and the impact the auto industry could have on the state's economy.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer delivered an address at the Detroit Auto Show on Wednesday, outlining her plans for the path forward for Michigan’s economy.