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Wednesday, May 01, 2013  The state senate unanimously approved legislation that would allow a special designation on driver's licenses for veterans.

Monday, April 08, 2013  Michigan will start selling two new license plates featuring the Pure Michigan tourism logo.

Monday, February 18, 2013  Illegal immigrants brought to the country as children can start applying for Michigan driver's licenses and state IDs this week.

Tuesday, January 01, 2013  Doctors treating Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton for a blood clot in her head said blood thinners are being used to dissolve the clot and they are confident she will make a full recovery.

Monday, December 31, 2012  Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton is under observation at a New York hospital after being treated for a blood clot stemming from the concussion she sustained earlier this month.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012  Three young people are suing the Michigan secretary of state over her refusal to grant driver's licenses to applicants who can stay in the U.S. under a new federal immigration policy.

Tuesday, November 20, 2012  The Gaylord Secretary of State has a new, temporary home after a nearby fire resulted in severe smoke damage at the previous office.

Tuesday, October 16, 2012  Story updated with video: Clinton says Benghazi consulate security was her responsibility, takes Obama off the hook

Friday, September 14, 2012  Michigan Secretary of State Ruth Johnson is visiting the Middle East as part of an effort to educate members of the U.S. military about casting votes back home.

Wednesday, August 15, 2012  Providing ballots for soldiers overseas is a top priority for most Clerks in the state of Michigan, but 70 different communities still failed to supply requested August primary ballots to men and women fighting overseas, according to the Secretary of State.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012  Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton called North Korea suspension of nuclear activities a "modest first step" but also "a reminder that the world is transforming around us."

Wednesday, October 12, 2011  US to wants to leverage pressure on Iran over alleged plot against Saudi envoy

Thursday, May 19, 2011  UPDATE: Service was restored to the 131 SOS branches around 4:00 p.m. Thursday.  As a result of the problem, the Secretary of State will offer extended hours Friday, Saturday and Monday.

Friday, March 25, 2011  Alliance assumes command of no-fly zone in Libya, leaving hefty role for US air and sea power

Tuesday, March 22, 2011  The National Driver Register will be down over the weekend and won’t allow driver checks that are required under federal law when issuing or renewing driver’s licenses.