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Friday, November 09, 2012  In a press release this evening, Gary McDowell announced his concession to the incumbent, Dan Benishek.

Thursday, November 08, 2012  The race between Gary McDowell and Dan Benishek for a seat in Congress was extremely close, currently separated by only .6 percent of the vote

Wednesday, November 07, 2012  Michigan voters say they don't need to weigh in on whether new bridges or tunnels are built between their state and Canada.

Wednesday, November 07, 2012  Democrats hold narrow majority in Senate, ensures divided Congress with GOP House

Wednesday, November 07, 2012  UPDATE: President Barack Obama won re-election Tuesday night despite a fierce challenge from Republican Mitt Romney, prevailing in the face of a weak economy.

Tuesday, November 06, 2012  Republicans approach renewed control of House as Dems fail to make inroads in East, Midwest.

Monday, November 05, 2012  Tuesday, Wexford County voters will have the option to approve a recreational millage for .25 mills.

Monday, October 29, 2012  Election Day is a week from Tuesday, and it is crunch time in the 105th District.

Thursday, October 25, 2012  State records show that Ambassador Bridge owner Matty Moroun contributed $5.1 million this week to the campaign for his ballot proposal to restrict construction of competing Michigan-Ontario border crossings.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012  The American Civil Liberties Union is praising Michigan regulators' decision to halt enforcement of a rule barring businesses that sell liquor from displaying signs endorsing political candidates.

Thursday, October 18, 2012  The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan is challenging a rule prohibiting businesses with liquor licenses from displaying election signs that endorse a political candidate or party.

Tuesday, October 16, 2012  The Michigan Legislature has been light on lawmaking during the past couple months but is gearing up for a heavy postelection session.

Monday, October 15, 2012  In Monday's Fact Finder report, 7&4 News breaks down Proposal 5, which is a proposal to amend the state constitution to limit the enactment of new taxes by state government

Wednesday, October 10, 2012  Wednesday, 7&4 News sits down with Congressman Dan Benishek.

Monday, October 08, 2012  Kid Rock hasn't been shy about supporting Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney and running mate Paul Ryan, even if it costs him some fans.