Michigan voters have a full slate of live debate coverage this week as the state’s governor and Senate races head toward the November 3 election. Nexstar’s two Michigan stations, WOOD TV in Grand Rapids and WLNS in Lansing, will broadcast the debates live, with additional simulcasts on CBS Detroit, WJRT in Flint, WWTV/WWUP/WFUP in Traverse City, WBUP in Marquette and WBKB in Alpena.

How to watch

All debates will also stream on Nexstar’s digital platforms, and highlights will be shown nationally on NewsNation and The Hill. For those who prefer a local TV feed, the governor’s debate and the Senate debate will be on the same channels listed above.

Additional debate events

WXYZ‑TV Channel 7 is hosting a separate Senate debate on October 21. Earlier, FOX 2’s political program The Pulse aired a Senate debate on September 15, which Republican candidate Mike Rogers declined to attend.

On Thursday, October 8, the University of Michigan’s Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy will hold a debate between Democratic Secretary‑of‑State candidate Garlin Gilchrist II and Republican challenger Anthony Forlini. The event will be streamed online, and residents can request seats to attend in person.

Early‑voting timeline

Early in‑person voting begins Saturday, October 24, and absentee ballots are already being mailed to eligible voters. Michigan residents can still request an absentee ballot if they have not yet received one.

Ballot measures

Two statewide proposals will appear on the ballot. Voters in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties will decide on renewing the zoo millage, while Wayne and Oakland counties will also vote on a museum millage. Local jurisdictions are also presenting various city‑level millage measures.

Where to find your sample ballot

Residents can view a sample ballot by entering their county, city and precinct on the Michigan Secretary of State’s website. This tool helps voters confirm which candidates and measures will appear on their personal ballot.

Why the debates matter

These debates give Michiganders a direct look at the policy positions of the governor’s and Senate candidates, from economic stewardship to public‑safety priorities. With the election less than a month away, the live coverage and streaming options ensure that every voter, whether in Grand Rapids, Lansing, Detroit or the Upper Peninsula, can stay informed before casting their ballot.

Original reporting: Warren | FOX 2 Detroit — read the source article.