Michigan
Great Lakes, Great Adventures
A Message from the Governor
Governor Whitmer has signed over 1,000 bipartisan bills and four balanced, bipartisan budgets to deliver on the kitchen-table issues, grow the economy, and create good-paying jobs in every region of the state.
Gretchen Whitmer
About Michigan
Michigan, often referred to as the “Great Lakes State,” is a diverse and geographically stunning state located in the Great Lakes region of the United States. Known for its breathtaking lakeshores, vibrant cities, and automotive heritage, Michigan offers a wide range of experiences for residents and visitors alike.
Michigan boasts over 3,000 miles of pristine shoreline along the Great Lakes, making it a haven for water enthusiasts. Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Lake Erie, and Lake St. Clair offer opportunities for swimming, boating, and relaxation.
Crimes Overview
Michigan generally has lower rates of murder, robbery, kidnapping, vandalism, and theft compared to the national average. However, the state faces higher rates of assault and arson crimes, along with a significant increase in weapon law violations. Being vigilant about identity theft is essential.
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Cities of Michigan
Addison Township
Adrian
Adrian Township
Akron
Albion
Allegan
Allen Park
Alma
Almont
Alpena
Ann Arbor
Argentine Township
Armada
Auburn Hills
Au Gres
Augusta
Bad Axe
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Bangor
Baroda-Lake Township
Barryton
Barry Township
Bath Township
Battle Creek
Bay City
Beaverton
Belding
Belleville
Benton Harbor
Benton Township
Berkley
Berrien Springs-Oronoko Township
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Blackman Township
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Bloomfield Township
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Brandon Township
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Bridgman
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Bronson
Brown City
Brownstown Township
Buchanan
Buena Vista Township
Burton
Cadillac
Cambridge Township
Canton Township
Capac
Caro
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Carson City
Caseville
Caspian-Gaastra
Cass City
Cassopolis
Center Line
Charlevoix
Charlotte
Cheboygan
Chelsea
Chesaning
Chesterfield Township
Chocolay Township
Clare
Clarkston
Clawson
Clayton Township
Clay Township
Clinton
Clinton Township
Clio
Coldwater
Coleman
Coloma Township
Colon
Columbia Township
Commerce Township
Constantine
Corunna
Covert Township
Croswell
Davison
Dearborn
Dearborn Heights
Decatur
Denton Township
Detroit
DeWitt
DeWitt Township
Dowagiac
Dryden Township
Durand
East Grand Rapids
East Jordan
East Lansing
Eastpointe
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Eau Claire
Ecorse
Elkton
Elsie
Emmett Township
Escanaba
Essexville
Evart
Evart
Fair Haven Township
Farmington
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Fennville
Fenton
Ferndale
Flat Rock
Flint
Flint Township
Flushing
Flushing Township
Forsyth Township
Fowlerville
Frankenmuth
Frankfort
Franklin
Fraser
Fremont
Fruitport Township
Galien
Garden City
Garfield Township
Gaylord
Genesee Township
Gerrish Township
Gibraltar
Gladstone
Gladwin
Grand Beach/Michiana
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Grand Blanc Township
Grand Haven
Grand Ledge
Grand Rapids
Grandville
Grant
Grayling
Green Oak Township
Greenville
Grosse Ile Township
Grosse Pointe
Grosse Pointe Farms
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Grosse Pointe Shores
Grosse Pointe Woods
Hamburg Township
Hampton Township
Hamtramck
Hancock
Harbor Beach
Harbor Springs
Harper Woods
Hart
Hartford
Hastings
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Hesperia
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Highland Township
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Holly
Houghton
Howell
Hudson
Huntington Woods
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Imlay City
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Inkster
Ionia
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Ishpeming Township
Jackson
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Kalkaska
Keego Harbor
Kentwood
Kinde
Kingston
Kinross Township
Laingsburg
Lake Angelus
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Lake Orion
Lakeview
Lansing
Lansing Township
Lapeer
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Laurium
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Linden
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Marlette
Marquette
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Menominee
Meridian Township
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Montrose Township
Morrice
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Nashville
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Newaygo
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New Era
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Norton Shores
Novi
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Oakley
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Otsego
Ovid
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Pinckney
Pittsfield Township
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Portland
Prairieville Township
Quincy
Raisin Township
Redford Township
Reed City
Reese
Richfield Township, Genesee County
Richfield Township, Roscommon County
Richland
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Richmond
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Rochester
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Rockwood
Rogers City
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Springport Township
Stanton
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St. Louis
Stockbridge
Sturgis
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Taylor
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Three Rivers
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Traverse City
Trenton
Troy
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Ubly
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Union City
Utica
Van Buren Township
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Vernon
Vicksburg
Walker
Walled Lake
Warren
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Watersmeet Township
Watervliet
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Wayne
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Westland
White Cloud
Whitehall
White Lake Township
White Pigeon
Williamston
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Wolverine Lake
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