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When you pull up to the pump, you're paying two taxes. One is a per-gallon motor fuel tax. The other is the state's 6% sales tax. Only the motor fuel tax revenue goes toward maintaining or building roads.(Lester Graham / Michigan Radio)Michigan gas prices are once again edging toward record territ

Five candidates are on the ballot for the 2026 Michigan governor’s race, including (right to left) Jocelyn Benson (Democrat), Doug Campbell (Green Party), Donna Brandenburg (U.S. Taxpayers Party), Anthony Hudson (Libertarian Party*) and John James (Republican).(Kalloli Bhatt/Michigan Public)Michigan

(Kalloli Bhatt / Canva)This is your one-stop shop for all the information you need before voting in the Michigan primary election on November 3, 2026.Check this page again closer to Election Day for more candidate interviews and comparisons as they publish.Voting in MichiganAm I registered to vote?

FOX 2's legal analyst Charlie Langton talks about the DOJ's lawsuit over Dan Sullivan in the race for Alaskan Senator.  Current Sen. Dan S. Sullivan is being challenged by Dan J. Sullivan for the seat in a 3-way race with Mary Peltola also on the ballot.  Last week the Department of Justice file

The Michigan Democratic Party on Monday, Oct. 26, sent letters to TV stations around the state urging them to pull certain ads for Republican gubernatorial candidate John James off the air.

Detroit officials are encouraging residents to participate in early voting ahead of the November 3 election. With concerns about postal delays for absentee ballots, voters are advised to utilize early voting centers and drop boxes.

Despite promises to lower gas prices, President Trump's second term has seen average gas prices exceed those during Biden's presidency. This shift comes amid ongoing conflict in Iran, which has disrupted global energy markets.

Jason Dye, the Libertarian Party nominee for Michigan Attorney General, discusses his candidacy and the implications of not being a licensed attorney. With current AG Dana Nessel term-limited, voters will decide in November.

Attorney General Todd Blanche on Sunday defended the Trump administration’slawsuit to block certification of Alaska’s Senate results if Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan loses the race and argued the legal challenge was a necessary step to avoid confusing voters in the closely watched midterm race.A

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva 's comeback to win Brazil’s presidential runoff Sunday is already facing its first hurdle as his competitor, Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, challenges the results, setting the stage for a possible showdown between the country’s two polarizing political forces. Lula, who c

A banner showing President Donald Trump hangs on the Robert F. Kennedy Building of the U.S. Department of Justice on Feb. 20, 2026. (Photo by Shauneen Miranda/States Newsroom)President Donald Trump’s eleventh-hour campaign to intervene in California’s vote counting encountered the first signs of res

A federal judge has determined that Maurene Comey, daughter of former FBI Director James Comey, was unlawfully terminated from her role as a federal prosecutor. The ruling highlights issues of political influence and constitutional rights in federal employment.

Jocelyn Benson, Michigan's Secretary of State, is running as the Democratic candidate for governor in the upcoming election. She emphasizes her commitment to improving education, healthcare, and job opportunities in the state.

Alaska Senate candidate Mary Peltola and her family sustained minor injuries in a car crash, leading to a rescheduling of her campaign events. Peltola is set to return to the campaign trail next week as she prepares for a crucial Senate race.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's political future hangs in the balance as the nation votes in its first elections since the deadly Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. This election is seen as a referendum on his leadership and the future of Israel's security and democracy.

A federal appellate panel expressed skepticism over the Trump administration's lawsuit demanding California set aside mail ballots from suspected noncitizens. The judges questioned the timing and authority of the Justice Department's demands during a rare weekend hearing.

Egypt's parliament has voted to authorize military support for Saudi Arabia in response to Houthi attacks. The support will include air defense systems but no ground troops.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune says he wouldn't be offended if some Republicans didn't want to campaign with him. He knows that he's taken intense criticism from the party's base — and from President Donald Trump — for his chamber's inability to pass voter legislation this year.But Republican can

On Election Day, a significant presence of observers from Democratic groups and the Justice Department is expected at polling places. This unprecedented effort aims to safeguard the voting process amid fears of potential interference by the Trump administration.

A UN-commissioned report claims Israel continues to commit genocide and crimes against humanity in Gaza and the West Bank, despite a ceasefire. The report details allegations of torture and sexual assault against Palestinian detainees.

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has been reelected as Brazil's president, defeating Jair Bolsonaro by 4.4 million votes. Bolsonaro has refused to concede and is calling for the election results to be annulled, leading to tensions in the country.

As Israel approaches a pivotal election, Prime Minister Netanyahu faces allegations of a military clash over potential actions against Iran. Both Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz have denied these reports, while opposition leaders accuse him of jeopardizing national security for political gain.

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