Mark Schauer

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Democrat Mark Schauer is not officially a candidate for Michigan governor yet, but he sure sounds like one. The former congressman from Battle Creek told The Associated Press on Monday that he loves his job helping...

PRESSURE COOKER-AIRPORT ARREST Nephew: Man mistakenly jailed for pressure cooker DETROIT (AP) — The nephew of a Saudi man arrested at Detroit Metropolitan Airport says the case is a misunderstanding, and that the pressure cooker his uncle was...

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Another Democrat who was looking at a possible run for Michigan governor is backing Mark Schauer to enter the race. Former U.S. Rep. Bart Stupak served in Congress with Schauer in 2009 and 2010 and says he'd make a "terrific"...

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Another Democrat who was looking at a potential run for Michigan governor is backing Mark Schauer to enter the race. Former U.S. Representative Bart Stupak served in Congress with Schauer and says he'd make a "terrific"...

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Democrats are continuing to coalesce behind former U.S. Rep. Mark Schauer to run for Michigan governor in 2014. State Board of Education President John Austin announced his support for the Battle Creek Democrat on Tuesday....

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Just 10 days after taking the reins of the Michigan Democratic Party, new chairman Lon Johnson had to add another task to a growing to-do list: find someone to replace the longest-serving senator in state history. He does...

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Just 10 days after taking the reins of the Michigan Democratic Party, new chairman Lon Johnson had to add another task to a growing to-do list: find someone to replace the longest-serving senator in state history. He does not...

WASHINGTON (AP) — After a surprising string of victories last fall, Democrats now face a challenging terrain as they look to hold onto their Senate majority in 2014 and prevent Republicans from gaining full control of Congress during President...

DETROIT (AP) — Salaries have been on the rise for the staffs of U.S. House members at a time of pressure on the federal budget, according to a newspaper's analysis published Sunday. Staff spending by Michigan's representatives in 2010 ranged...

DETROIT (AP) — A third of Michigan's congressional delegation in 2011 is new, though lawmakers from the state still will wield considerable clout in Washington in the new year. The Republican domination in November means two of the state's U.S....

It all comes down to Tuesday. Several big races, including the state's top job on the line. And there's also a number of other unique races that could make for some big wins in West Michigan. Chances are, you've seen the campaign signs, you've had...

Enbridge President and CEO Patrick Daniel says he's looking into allegations that people felt coerced into signing forms releasing the company from liability in exchange for air purifiers and air conditioners.   Congressman Mark Schauer from Calhoun...