Courtesy Photo: Abdul El-Sayed candidate for U.S. Senate in Michigan As Michigan voters prepare to choose their next United States senator, Abdul El-Sayed is asking them to consider not only what government does, but who it ultimately works for. The Democratic nominee has built his campaign around an argument that families are paying too much for health care, housing and everyday necessities while wealthy corporations and powerful political interests wield too much influence

Courtesy Photo: Harold A. Pope, candidate for Michigan’s 74th House District Harold A. Pope is asking voters in Michigan's 74th House District to see his candidacy as an extension of a lifetime spent in service, advocacy and community leadership. Raised by a single mother in Albany, New York, Pope says the values that continue to shape him were formed early through family, discipline and a close view of civic engagement. His mother, Anne M. Pope, served for years as president

Courtesy Photo: George B. Page, Candidate for Jackson Community College Board of Trustees George B. Page has lived in the Jackson area since 1991 and currently resides in Summit Township with his wife, Mary Lu Angelilli. He has owned and operated Page Engineering, Inc. since 1994. Page currently serves as a trustee of Jackson College after being appointed by the Board of Trustees in February 2026. His prior board service includes serving as board chair and a board member of t

Courtesy Photo: Candice Mushatt, Flint City Council 7th Ward Incumbent seeking re-election. FLINT, Mich. — Candice Mushatt is seeking to continue representing Flint’s 7th Ward on the Flint City Council. Mushatt was appointed by the City Council in 2023 to serve the remainder of the ward’s term and moved into a council leadership position within five months, according to her campaign biography. Mushatt serves as director of the Flint Community Water Lab, where she works with F

Kyle Richard, a teacher and housing advocate running for Lansing School Board, outlines a Housing First approach connecting stable housing, student success and public accountability.

Courtesy Photo: Attorney Ashley Prew Candidate for Probate Court Judge Genesee County Michigan. Genesee County, Michigan – With a passion for service and giving back to her community, Attorney Ashley Prew decided in early 2026 to use her decade of probate law experience and her candidacy for Genesee County Probate Judge as an opportunity to bring awareness to county residents about the probate court, what it is, what it does, and what steps people can take to avoid probate co

Courtesy Photo: Dr.Caitlin Cornell candidate for Lansing School Board Lansing, MI, October 1, 2026 - Caitlin Cornell (Ph.D., Michigan State University), Lansing native and graduate of the Lansing School District, has filed to run for a full-term seat on the Lansing School District Board of Education. Dr. Cornell is running to help rebuild trust, refocus on equity, and prioritize accessibility for Lansing School District students, families, and educators. Hailing from a long l

Sponsored candidate profile: William Lawrence outlines campaign priorities on affordability, housing, labor rights, environmental protection, government reform and economic security in Michigan’s 7th District.

Submitted by the Shannon Dare Wayne campaign Courtesy Photo: Shannon Dare Wayne, candidate Michigan House District 31 Milan City Council Member Shannon Dare Wayne Launches Campaign for Michigan House District 31, Receives Endorsement of Rep. Reggie Miller MILAN, Mich. — Milan City Councilmember Shannon Dare Wayne today announced her candidacy for Michigan House District 31 with the endorsement of current Rep. Reggie Miller. The campaign described the race as a key contest as

DETROIT — Detroit residents are invited to get moving during the inaugural Walk & Run for Wellness on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lasky Recreation Center. The free community event will bring together residents, families and local wellness organizations for an afternoon focused on physical activity, healthy living and connection. Activities will include a two-mile run, one-mile walk, health and wellness resources, food, music and giveaways. Live fitness demon

Courtesy Photo: Lansing School Board Candidate Heidi Frei LANSING, Mich. — Heidi Frei is seeking a seat on the Lansing School District Board of Education in the November 2026 election, bringing with her a campaign message centered on “Putting Lansing Kids First.” Frei is a Lansing School District parent, scientist, union member, public servant and community volunteer. Her campaign says those roles have helped shape the way she views public education and the challenges facing

Courtesy Photo: Deborah Allen Legal Professional, Owner of Spotlight Lipstick and Creator and Host of “The Spotlight Society Podcast” coming soon! When The Chronicle News first introduced readers to Deborah Allen and Spotlight Lipstick, her message was simple but powerful: beauty has no expiration date. The feature highlighted a woman building a beauty brand with mature women intentionally at the center. Allen was not interested in chasing youth or pretending women become inv

Courtesy Photo: Dr. Terra DeFoe When The Chronicle News first introduced audiences to Dr. Terra DeFoe through its two-part video series, From the Streets to the Suites, her story resonated. It was a story of survival, reinvention, faith and leadership, centered on a woman who refused to allow the circumstances of her beginning to dictate the possibilities of her future. The Chronicle later recognized DeFoe among its 30 Within 30: Women Making History, honoring her leadership

Colonel James Stokes reflects on the lives lost, the courage shown and the enduring duty to remember September 11, 2001, on its 25th anniversary.

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DOWAGIAC, Mich. — For gospel recording artist, author and entrepreneur Bonita Mitchell, the message behind “Believe, Don’t Give Up” extends far beyond the music. This weekend, Mitchell will bring that message directly to southwest Michigan through the Believe, Don’t Give Up! Rhythm & Resource Fair, a free community event focused on hope, mental wellness, faith and practical support. The event will take place Saturday, Aug. 22, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mt. Zion Missionary Bap

How one father’s unimaginable loss became a movement of hope, skilled trades and healing throughout an entire community. Courtesy Photo: City of Lansing officially recognizing Aug. 1 as “Mikey 23 Day.” The proclamation honors the work of the Mikey 23 Foundation, which transforms tragedy into hope by empowering youth through skilled trades, mentorship and community service When the City of Lansing officially proclaimed Aug. 1 as “Mikey 23 Day,” it wasn’t simply recognizing a n

LANSING, Mich. — Former Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm has endorsed Democrat Bridget Brink in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District race, adding another high-profile endorsement to Brink’s growing list of supporters. Granholm, who later served as U.S. Secretary of Energy under President Joe Biden, praised Brink’s leadership, resilience, and public service. “I have seen firsthand that Bridget Brink has the grit, savvy, and backbone to beat Tom Barrett and deliver for Mich

LANSING, Mich. — Democratic congressional candidate William Lawrence continues to build support in Michigan’s competitive 7th Congressional District race, including a high-profile endorsement announced in May from U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont. The endorsement positioned Lawrence among a growing list of candidates backed by national progressive leaders as Democrats compete for the party’s nomination ahead of the August primary. Lawrence, a Lansing-area community organiz

Courtesy Photo: Robin M. Pizzo holds two Emmy® Awards for the WKAR series "I Feel" EAST LANSING, MI; June 19, 2026 — Robin M. Pizzo, WKAR director of education, is the recipient of two 2026 regional Emmy® awards from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Michigan chapter. Pizzo was recognized for the series “I Feel” in the Children/Youth/Teen and Writer-Short Form Content (up to 10 minutes) categories. The short form video series "I Feel" is the brainchild of P