local government

A challenge in court and a planned ballot initiative in 2026 aim to remove the authority given to the Michigan Public Service Commission. The law just went into effect.

Dozens of Michigan municipalities are fighting a state order that lays out how large renewable energy projects could move forward, even if local governments reject them.

Ottawa County Administrator John Gibbs’ lawyer sent a letter to the county's board chair threatening legal action if the board removed Gibbs from his post.

A survey finds links between low wages and low recruitment and retention rates, and indicates harassment of public employees is a growing concern.

A newly elected board of county commissioners in Ottawa County has led to a cascade of changes in the local governance. Not everyone is happy about it.

Today, we heard more about the Speaker of the House vote, and a big announcement by Senator Debbie Stabenow. Plus, changes in Ottawa County and a Ford Fiesta film from a French perspective.

U of M’s Michigan Public Policy Survey asked county, city, village and township officials from more than 1,300 jurisdictions statewide how they plan on using the American Rescue Plan Act funds.

It’s the fourth time since the 1950s that community leaders have contemplated a name change.

Legislation has been sent to Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer that would increase the number of small businesses exempt from paying personal property taxes. Local governments are concerned the loss of revenue won't be reimbursed by the state.

Minutes is a new project at Michigan Radio to help keep track of what's happening at local government meetings throughout the state. As part of the…