Michigan voters headed to the polls Tuesday to decide party nominees in several closely watched statewide races, setting the stage for an important November general election.

The Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate remained too close to call early Wednesday morning. Both leading candidates quickly turned their attention toward Republican nominee Mike Rogers during their election night remarks.

Congresswoman Haley Stevens told supporters Democrats must prevent Republicans from gaining control of the Senate, while progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed criticized Stevens' record on prescription drug policy as the closely contested race continued.

In the race for governor, Republican John James secured his party's nomination and will face Democratic nominee and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson in November. James campaigned on themes of freedom, change, and what he called common-sense leadership, while Benson pledged to represent all Michiganders rather than special interests or political figures.

In Michigan's 7th Congressional District, Democrat William Lawrence won his party's nomination and will face Republican Congressman Tom Barrett in the general election.

Local Ballot Results

Across the tri-county region, voters approved most local ballot proposals and tax millage renewals. However, two measures failed: a proposal involving the potential sale of the Lansing Shuffle property and a public safety millage in Stockbridge.

Cyclospora Cases Continue to Rise

Michigan health officials reported nearly 300 additional cases of Cyclospora on Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to more than 11,500. The death toll associated with the outbreak remained at two.

Gordie Howe International Bridge Opens to Pedestrians

Beginning Wednesday, pedestrians and cyclists can officially use the multi-use path on the Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor. The pathway opened just over a week after the bridge began carrying vehicle traffic between the United States and Canada.