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Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson launches Democratic bid for governor
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson kicked off his campaign for governor with fanfare at an event in Flint with his supporters.
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson, a Democrat, kicks off campaign for governor
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson announced Thursday that he is running for governor, seeking the Democratic nomination in a field that already includes Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson announces run for Michigan governor
Chris Swanson, the high-profile sheriff of Michigan's Genesee County, is launching a Democratic bid to become the battleground state's next governor.
Genesee County sheriff says he would 'build relationships' as governor
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson is making a bid for the Michigan governor's office. (Feb. 7, 2025) The Trump administration evicted former Coast Guard Commandant Linda Fagan from her home with three hours of notice on Tuesday. Their relationship is still going strong.
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson enters 2026 race for Michigan governor
Chris Swanson has been the sheriff of Genesee County since being appointed in 2019. He’s twice been elected to the job, in 2020 and 2024. But he told Thursday evening's campaign launch audience he’s been planning to run for governor for the past five years.
Genesee County Sheriff Swanson announces bid for Michigan governor
Swanson announced on Feb. 6, 2025, he will be running for the state’s governor seat in the 2026 race. He is the second candidate to be running for the Democratic Party. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson joined the race earlier in January.
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson talks about gubernatorial run
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson discussed his gubernatorial announcement this week with 7 News Detroit Anchor Alicia Smith.
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Flushing mayor speaks on possible plan to consolidate Genesee Co. courts
A plan is currently in the works to consolidate several Genesee County courts into a central building in downtown Flint.
Genesee County officials searching for couple accused of animal abuse; Deputies arrest person in separate abuse case
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson said his department is investigating two cases of animal abuse and is asking for help ...
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Bartender arraigned on charges she drunkenly killed 2 Genesee County men in wrong-way crash
BAY CITY, MI — A former bartender has been arraigned on criminal charges nearly a year after she allegedly drunkenly killed ...
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Genesee Co. animal shelter seeking short-term foster homes for Valentine’s weekend
Genesee County Animal Control is launching a new program to give dogs and cats a long weekend away. The shelter will be ...
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Genesee Co. sheriff promises to run on platform of ‘protect, serve, and unify’ during governor campaign
GENESEE CO., Mich. (WNEM) – Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson announced his bid for governor of Michigan for the 2026 election. Swanson promised to run on a platform of “protect ...
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Ice skate for free this weekend as Genesee County celebrates National Skating Month
Whether you’re an experienced skater or stepping onto the ice for the first time, coaches will be on hand to provide lessons.