Election Roundup: Michigan Supreme Court Decisions, Key Detroit Millages, and State University Boards Shape Michigan’s Future

(L) Kimberly Ann Thomas, Image courtesy of Kimberly Ann Thomas (R) Kyra Bolding, Image courtesy of Kimberly Ann Thomas Editorial Note: *This story has been updated with current results as of 10:00 am. on Nov. 6, 2024. In a pivotal Election Day for Michigan, voters decided on crucial issues ranging from the Michigan Supreme Court decisions impacting local policies, key Detroit millages affecting public funding, and the composition of the boards governing major state universities, including Michigan State and the University of Michigan. The results are set to shape the state’s future in education, public services, and policy directions for years to come. Michigan Supreme Court Race Appointed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2023 to fill the seat vacated due to Chief Justice Bridget Mary McCormack’s retirement, Bolden has now earned the support of Michigan’s voters to continue her work on the state’s highest court. Her election victory marks a significant milestone for the state’s judiciary, as she is currently the youngest member and the first Black woman to serve on the Court. This remarkable milestone is highlighted by fundraising successes, as Bolden secured the highest amount of individual contributions by a Michigan Supreme Court candidate without self-funding in over...