Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.

Michigan leaders warn economic instability amid tariffs and looming budget deadline
Sandy K. Baruah President and Chief Executive Officer at Detroit Regional Chamber | Official websiteSandy K. Baruah President and Chief Executive Officer at Detroit Regional Chamber | Official website Michigan’s economy is showing signs of strain...

Jimmy Fallon Brings Tonight Show to Detroit Opera House
DETROIT – Jimmy Fallon is taking The Tonight Show on the road, with a special episode set to air from the Detroit Opera House. The late-night host shared his excitement about the city and its rich food culture during an interview ahead of the...

Detroit Red Wings unveil centennial uniform honoring 100 years of Hockeytown
DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings unveiled their official Centennial uniform, marking 100 years of Hockeytown. The Red Wings did their unveiling on Monday (Sept. 15). Established in 1926 as one of the NHL’s Original Six franchises, the team was...

Mayor Duggan proposes new reserve fund as Detroit expects 11th consecutive budget surplus
The city of Detroit is projected to have a $60 million surplus at the end of the fiscal year, Mayor Mike Duggan said Monday. Speaking at the Detroit Police Department’s headquarters, Duggan said this is the 11th consecutive year that the city will...

Construction equipment worth over $185k stolen from Maryland, Virginia then sold in Kentucky
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. - A man and woman are in police custody after allegedly orchestrating an elaborate multi-state theft scheme involving construction equipment. What we know: Dushon Sheperd, a 34-year-old from Michigan, and Bria Parks, a...

Consumers cautiously approach holiday spending as mood slumps: McKinsey
Dive Brief: Consumers are cautiously drawing up their holiday spending plans, trimming purchases of discretionary and semi-discretionary items in the face of persistent inflation and a murky economic outlook, McKinsey said. One in four shoppers...

Auto industry splits emerge over some parts of Trump's policy shakeup
WASHINGTON — A whirlwind first six months of President Donald Trump's second term delivered massive changes for automakers, at times winning widespread support across the industry and at others driving deeper wedges between competitors. "We're...
Gov. Whitmer to address Michigan’s economy as possible state and federal shutdowns loom
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Three years ago, the story of Michigan was one of Democratic success. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Democratic state lawmakers held complete control of the executive and legislative branches of government. This year, the story of...

Michigan Supreme Court revives lawsuit to derail Marshall plant
The Michigan Supreme Court revived a lawsuit Friday, Sept. 12, originally aimed at derailing a massive and controversial Ford electric vehicle battery project in Marshall. The immediate impact of the decision on the plant is unclear; work is...


With a last minute comeback, Michigan surges past Stanford, 3-2
For almost 59 minutes Sunday, Stanford was in control. But in the final 70 seconds, the Michigan field hockey team did the improbable. After taking down UC Davis Friday, the 11th-ranked Wolverines (4-1) defeated Stanford (3-3), 3-2, on the back of...

Mayor Mike Duggan proposes corporate tax reserve fund as Detroit sees surplus, uncertainty
DETROIT (WXYZ) — For the 11th straight year, the city of Detroit is set to see a budget surplus. Mayor Mike Duggan announced Monday a projected $60 million surplus for fiscal year 2024-2025, which wrapped up in June. But he says as uncertainty...

Nebraska aims to capitalize on huge recruiting weekend for Michigan game
There aren’t many places like Nebraska when it comes to college football tradition and support from their fans. A big game Saturday like the one on tap this weekend in Lincoln is truly special. As head coach Matt Rhule and his third-year staff...

Vice President JD Vance to stop in Howell, Michigan, this week
Federal reserve and next steps in interest rates Federal reserve and next steps in interest rates 01:16 White House officials announced that Vice President JD Vance will stop in Howell, Michigan, on Wednesday. Officials did provide the exact...

Detroit Lions Week 2 snap counts: Shake up on the interior DL
The Detroit Lions dismantled the Chicago Bears in Week 2, 52-12, leveling their season record to 1-1. Let’s take a closer look at the Lions’ snap counts to see what we can divulge from their personnel usage that may have led to this rapid return...
Northwest School of Agriculture alumna checks off two bucket list items with 70th reunion and 90th birthday
I learned a lot, it was a great learning experience here at this school for me. Bernice Jones Rosett 1955Back in June 2025, Bernice Jones Rosett 1955, a Northwest School of Agriculture (NWSA) alumna, said she had two recent bucket list items. One...

Michigan State’s ugly win over Youngstown State raises concerns
Michigan State’s shaky week three performance against FBS opponent Youngstown State raises concerns ahead of the Spartans’ matchup against USC. Ugly Blowout Michigan State defeated Youngstown State 41-24 on Saturday but it wasn’t the ideal outcome...

Michigan Budget Government Shutdown Looming
Share0 MI, (WOWO) — Michigan is racing toward an October 1 deadline to pass a state budget and avoid a government shutdown. Past shutdowns have halted services like road construction, park access, and state aid payments to schools. This year’s...

Shipwrecked schooner that sank in 1886 storm found under Lake Michigan
Researchers have located the wreck of a 144-foot schooner that was packed with iron ore when swallowed by Lake Michigan during a fierce 1886 storm, the Wisconsin Underwater Archeology Association (WUAA) announced Monday. The F.J. King had taken on...

Michigan GOP credits Trump with tougher crime enforcement, urges similar approach in Detroit
The Michigan GOP has announced on X that lawbreakers are being arrested and criminals jailed under President Trump's policies. The party urged Detroit to adopt similar enforcement measures while criticizing "soft-on-crime" approaches. Detroit has...