David Eggert
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Politics/policy reporter for @CrainsDetroit & @CrainsGR | Formerly @AP & various newspapers | Husband/dad, @NorthwesternU grad | david.eggert@crain.com
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Michigan’s $300M-plus Senate race tests El-Sayed’s progressive appeal, Rogers’ comeback bid
U.S. Senate candidates Abdul El-Sayed (left) and Mike Rogers appear at recent rallies in Southeast Michigan.
Michigan to launch $82M unemployment benefits system Nov. 9
Who’s Who: The authoritative guide to power in West Michigan From business and government to philanthropy, education and the arts, these are the leaders shaping West Michigan.
Michigan’s new $82M unemployment system launches Nov. 9 after long development process
Consolidation continues to shift the list of the largest players in Michigan's banking industry.
Benson outraises James in Michigan governor’s race as GOP cash floods in late
U.S. Rep. John James (left) and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson square off in a gubernatorial debate at WDIV-Channel 4 studios in Detroit on Oct. 15, 2026.
Rogers, El-Sayed clash over auto jobs, AI and corporate power in 2nd debate
U.S. Senate candidates Abdul El-Sayed (left) and Mike Rogers square off at a debate at WXYZ-TV studios in Southfield on Oct. 21, 2026.
El-Sayed makes case for his brand of capitalism in forum with Rogers at Econ Club
U.S. Senate candidates Mike Rogers (left) and Abdul El-Sayed address a luncheon of the Detroit Economic Club on Oct. 20, 2026.
Benson and James have traded attacks on data centers. What are the facts?
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson (left) and U.S. Rep. John James take part in a debate in Michigan's governor's race at WOOD-TV in Grand Rapids on Oct. 6.
Benson and James have traded attacks on data centers. What are the facts?
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and U.S. Rep. John James take part in a debate in Michigan's governor's race at WOOD-TV in Grand Rapids on Oct. 6, 2026.
James, Benson sharpen attacks in final debate: 5 takeaways
U.S. Rep. John James and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson square off in a gubernatorial debate at WDIV-Channel 4 studios in Detroit on Oct. 15, 2026.
El-Sayed tops fundraising at $30.7M as spending surges in Michigan congressional races
Abdul El-Sayed, US Democratic Senate candidate from Michigan, speaks during the Michigan Democratic Party's 2026 nominating convention in Lansing, Michigan, US, on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026.
Consumers Energy gets $139M natural gas rate hike
Consolidation continues to shift the list of the largest players in Michigan's banking industry.
State sends $10.5M toward Detroit armory expansion, aiming to add 500 Guard positions
The Michigan Army National Guard Olympia Armory in Detroit, on the site of the old Olympia Stadium.
Jocelyn Benson weighs in on her approach to business, educational issues
Jocelyn Benson, Michigan secretary of state and candidate for governor, speaks to the Detroit Economic Club on Sept. 16.
The Rapid lands $6M to expand transit options during downtown events
Who’s Who: The authoritative guide to power in West Michigan From business and government to philanthropy, education and the arts, these are the leaders shaping West Michigan.
Detroit’s People Mover to get 12 refurbished rail cars under $10M state grant
The Detroit People Mover will get 12 reconditioned cars to extend the monorail system's life.
Pro-James Republican ad spending plunges, leaving a big TV gap with Benson
Republican U.S. Rep. John James speaks during a MAGA Inc. event in Sterling Heights on Aug. 31.
John James aims to overhaul Michigan’s approach to business, education
U.S. Rep. John James, a Republican from Macomb County and Michigan gubernatorial candidate, arrives to speak at the General Motors Proving Ground testing facility in Milford on July 27, 2026.
El-Sayed, Rogers trade insults in heated 1st Senate debate: What they said
Republican nominee for U.S. Senate Mike Rogers, right, faces off against Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate Abdul El-Sayed, during a televised debate at WOOD-TV, on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, in Grand Rapids, Mich.
Michigan attorney general sues Blue Cross, alleging monopoly
Who’s Who: The authoritative guide to power in West Michigan From business and government to philanthropy, education and the arts, these are the leaders shaping West Michigan.
Law firm hires official who worked for Whitmer, Snyder and Granholm to lead new government practice
Consolidation continues to shift the list of the largest players in Michigan's banking industry.
Michigan’s narrow legislative majorities are up for grabs. Here are races to watch.
The Michigan Senate chamber, where Democrats have a 20-18 majority. It is up for grabs in the November election. So is the Republican-led House.
Michigan’s narrow legislative majorities are up for grabs. Here are races to watch.
The Michigan Senate chamber, where Democrats have a 20-18 majority. It is up for grabs in the November election. So is the Republican-led House.
5 takeaways as Benson, James clash over tariffs, taxes and data centers in 1st debate Original
Democratic gubernatorial nominee and Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, left, stands with with Rep. John James, R-Mich, Republican gubernatorial candidate during a televised debate on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, at WOOD-TV, in Grand Rapids, Mich.
Michigan puts $89M from legal settlements toward Detroit, Kalamazoo river cleanup
Crain's list of Michigan's highest-paid nonprofit leaders includes leaders of two University of Michigan spinoffs and private foundations.
Proposal 2 targets political giving by businesses. A court fight is a sure bet.
Crain's list of Michigan's highest-paid nonprofit leaders includes leaders of two University of Michigan spinoffs and private foundations.
Tribal casino payments plunge, creating funding problem for MEDC
Crain's list of Michigan's highest-paid nonprofit leaders includes leaders of two University of Michigan spinoffs and private foundations.
Tribal casino payments plunge, creating funding problem for MEDC
These are Detroit’s 50 fastest-growing companies for 2026 Historically, our annual ranking of the region's fastest-growing companies has been dominated by trends. This year, it's a different story.
Michigan water system needs could hit $85B, new study says; agency seeks state help
These are Detroit’s 50 fastest-growing companies for 2026 Historically, our annual ranking of the region's fastest-growing companies has been dominated by trends. This year, it's a different story.
Peters lands post-Senate job as his tenure in Congress nears its end
The hospital system confirmed it is conducting due diligence on the 1.4 million-square-foot property and engaging outside firms for a feasibility study and cost analysis of the property as well as other potential sites.
Whitmer weighs federal tax credit to send money to public, private school students
The hospital system confirmed it is conducting due diligence on the 1.4 million-square-foot property and engaging outside firms for a feasibility study and cost analysis of the property as well as other potential sites.
Whitmer weighs federal tax credit to send money to public, private school students
Liquor distributor RNDC has filed for bankruptcy, excluding its Michigan operations. How did they get here, and what's next for Michigan's beverage industry?
Bankrupt RNDC races to close sale of Michigan liquor distribution business
September 14, 2026 09:04 AM EDT Republic National Distributing Co. is racing to close a sale of its control-state brokerage operations across 17 states, including Michigan, with a $14.5 million base cash price as the bankrupt distributor faces a worsening liquidity crunch.
Court slaps down Trump administration order to keep Michigan coal-fired power plant running
Liquor distributor RNDC has filed for bankruptcy, excluding its Michigan operations. How did they get here, and what's next for Michigan's beverage industry?
Court slaps down Trump administration order to keep Michigan coal-fired power plant running
The hospital system confirmed it is conducting due diligence on the 1.4 million-square-foot property and engaging outside firms for a feasibility study and cost analysis of the property as well as other potential sites.
Meet the strategists behind Michigan’s biggest 2026 campaigns
The hospital system confirmed it is conducting due diligence on the 1.4 million-square-foot property and engaging outside firms for a feasibility study and cost analysis of the property as well as other potential sites.
Consumers Energy pushes back request for ruling on dams’ sale amid opposition
Croton Dam on the Muskegon River in Newaygo County was completed in 1907. It is one of three dams Consumers Energy operates on the river.
Benson outpaces James nearly 4-1 in cash on hand with voting weeks away
Liquor distributor RNDC has filed for bankruptcy, excluding its Michigan operations. How did they get here, and what's next for Michigan's beverage industry?
Trump lifts stop-work order on $1.1B Great Lakes carp barrier
The Brandon Road Lock and Dam on the Des Plaines River in Joliet
Michigan Supreme Court clears ballot measure restricting business political giving
Liquor distributor RNDC has filed for bankruptcy, excluding its Michigan operations. How did they get here, and what's next for Michigan's beverage industry?
Consumers Energy plans to triple capacity by 2040 with renewable surge, 2 new gas plants
Liquor distributor RNDC has filed for bankruptcy, excluding its Michigan operations. How did they get here, and what's next for Michigan's beverage industry?
State reviews grants amid allegations of diverted funds at Arab chamber
The hospital system confirmed it is conducting due diligence on the 1.4 million-square-foot property and engaging outside firms for a feasibility study and cost analysis of the property as well as other potential sites.
Michigan OKs $50M for U.P. copper mine after earlier funding stalled
Liquor distributor RNDC has filed for bankruptcy, excluding its Michigan operations. How did they get here, and what's next for Michigan's beverage industry?
A decision nears on Consumers Energy’s controversial sale of 13 dams across Michigan
The hospital system confirmed it is conducting due diligence on the 1.4 million-square-foot property and engaging outside firms for a feasibility study and cost analysis of the property as well as other potential sites.
A decision nears on Consumers Energy’s controversial sale of 13 dams across Michigan
Two fisherman try their luck below Consumer Energy’s Croton Dam, one of 13 dams that the utility is looking to sell.
Benson expected to name Winnie Brinks as running mate in governor’s race
Liquor distributor RNDC has filed for bankruptcy, excluding its Michigan operations. How did they get here, and what's next for Michigan's beverage industry?
Michigan regulators weigh risks of DTE’s proposed Google data center deal
The hospital system confirmed it is conducting due diligence on the 1.4 million-square-foot property and engaging outside firms for a feasibility study and cost analysis of the property as well as other potential sites.
New AI trade group aims to position Michigan as national leader
Liquor distributor RNDC has filed for bankruptcy, excluding its Michigan operations. How did they get here, and what's next for Michigan's beverage industry?
New AI trade group aims to position Michigan as national leader
The hospital system confirmed it is conducting due diligence on the 1.4 million-square-foot property and engaging outside firms for a feasibility study and cost analysis of the property as well as other potential sites.
Wide turnout gap suggests Democrat enthusiasm — but unifying the party may be a challenge
Voting booths at a polling location inside the Detroit Department of Elections during a primary election in Detroit, Michigan, US, on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026.
Wide turnout gap suggests Democrat enthusiasm — but unifying the party may be a challenge
The hospital system confirmed it is conducting due diligence on the 1.4 million-square-foot property and engaging outside firms for a feasibility study and cost analysis of the property as well as other potential sites.
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