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'Puzzling story': Business leaders talk tariffs, jobs as Trump arrives
Michigan economic and business leaders hit the stage at MotorCity Casino just before the president, offering a mixed view on the state's economy.
Despite concerns, Oakland Co. health says Legionella response adequate
Oakland County health and facilities officials argue their timeline for testing county facilities for bacteria that causes Legionnaires' Disease was adequate in response concerns from a commissioner who put them under the microscope at a Tuesday committee meeting.
Democrats will spend millions to shift voter registration strategy ahead of the midterm elections
The initiative to consolidate voter registration efforts begins in Arizona and Nevada with at least $2 million for training organizers.
Texans stifle Steelers for franchise's first road playoff win
The Houston Texans beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 30-6 on Monday night for the first road playoff win in franchise history.
Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist ends bid for governor to run for secretary of state
Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II is likely to become the biggest name either party has in the race to be Michigan's top election official.
Dittrich Furs to close after 132 years in Detroit
The Dittrich family announced plans to close Saturday.
Michigan lawmakers oppose using military to take Greenland: 'Ridiculous' and 'unwise'
Members of Michigan's delegation are against using the U.S. military to invade Greenland or take it by force, with one GOP rep calling it "unwise."
GOP-led Michigan House sues all state departments, directors to maintain $645M in cuts
House Republicans responded to an attorney general's opinion that they can't legally cut programs unilaterally by suing multiple state agencies.
Trump considering visit to Michigan next week
Planning is under way for a potential visit by President Donald Trump to Michigan on Tuesday, according to four sources.
Fractures are starting to show in Trump's GOP at the start of this election year
From pushback to Trump's self-described “Donroe doctrine” of aggression in the Western Hemisphere to breaks in party unity over health care, Republican lawmakers are displaying signs of independence from Trump.
Judge finds illegal language in MDHHS proposal to restructure state mental health services
As state moves to possibly privatize some services, a judge ruled language now prevents Community Mental Health agencies from fulfilling statutory duties.
10 Michigan political races to watch at the start of 2026
The 2026 election is poised to reshape the cast of politicians who lead Michigan. The level of January jockeying might portend the high stakes ahead.
How Michigan lawmakers voted on restoration of health insurance subsidies
Thursday's vote comes after the plussed-up Affordable Care Act insurance subsidies expired at the end of 2025, escalating out-of-pocket costs.
House heading toward vote to extend health care subsidies in a rebuke of GOP leadership
In a remarkable rebuke of Republican leadership, the House is moving ahead Thursday on legislation that would extend expired health care subsidies for the Affordable Care Act.
Henry Ford Health, partner plan theranostics center at fail jail site
The goal is to provide patients with greater access and affordability to individualized diagnostics and treatment.
Senate considers limiting Trump's war powers after Venezuela raid
Some Republican senators say they're considering whether to vote in favor of the resolution to limit Trump from taking more action in Venezuela.
Michigan flu cases surge; some kids on ventilators, health officials say
The state's top health official says flu cases 'increasing exponentially' while measles and whooping cough cases remain high.
Michigan pays $3.5M for doulas so low-income moms have healthy births
To combat its high infant mortality rate, the state is reimbursing birth professionals to help expectant mothers. And outcomes are improving.
Nvidia Vera Rubin, Dow tops 49K, business optimism: 3 Things
Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang unveiled a variety of new projects and innovations at his keynote speech at CES 2026 on Monday, including the chipmaker's Vera Rubin AI platform. US stock futures (ES=F, NQ=F, YM=F) are mixed in Tuesday's premarket trading after the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) reached a new record high above 49,000 yesterday. A majority of small and medium business owners appear cautiously optimistic for 2026, according to a new study from Bank of America. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.
Feds award Michigan $173M to boost rural health amid Medicaid cuts
The award for Michigan is part of a $50 billion rural health fund created as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill passed by Republicans last year.
Levin: Science endures at Israel’s missile-damaged Weizmann Research Institute
Fortunately, no one at Weizmann was killed or wounded.
'Very good man,' versatile Detroit News sports writer Dave Goricki dies at 64
Covering prep sports is a job as demanding as high school life can be for a coach, or for a player.
The ultimate price Ford is paying to overhaul its business strategy
Ford and other carmakers must shift gears in their business plans away from EVs, a costly endeavor. Here is what it could mean for the industry.
Science Lab: The Unavoidable Facts of a Failed 2025
Welcome to "The Science Lab", a place where football facts and in-depth analysis always triumph over feelings.
Detroit Police mental health unit mistook for ICE agents, chief says
In one case, the arrival of Detroit's Crisis Intervention Team, clad in light gray tops and khaki pants, caused panic, Police Chief Bettison said.
How to watch 'New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash' tonight
New Year's Eve goes country with Nashville's Big Bash, a star-studded night of performances, live from Music City. Here's how to watch.
These bipartisan bills were noncontroversial — until Trump vetoed them
President Donald Trump has issued the first vetoes of his second term, rejecting two bipartisan natural resources bills.
Disney to integrate Hulu and Disney+ in 2026
The Burbank entertainment giant is making progress on its plan to fold Hulu content into the Disney+ platform sometime next year.
New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash: How to watch the star-studded country music special live
New Year's Eve goes country with Nashville's Big Bash, a star-studded night of performances, live from Music City. Here's how to watch.
Trying to improve your health and wellness in 2026? Keep it simple
Be cautious of health and wellness fads. There are no magic fixes.
After quiet off-year elections, Democrats renew worries about Trump interfering in the midterms
Trump has issued executive orders on voting and targeted groups that organize and fund Democratic campaigns.
In a tumultuous year, U.S. health policy has been dramatically reshaped under RFK Jr.
Experts warn of potential damage to scientific leadership.
Michigan Science Center's planetarium reno will rocket you into space
Renovations to the Michigan Science Center's planetarium allows the center to offer more immersive shows.
Path to gubernatorial power has run through these Michigan offices
A look at the elected offices past Michigan governors held and how they line up with the current candidates vying to become the next state leader.
In memoriam: The sports figures, locally and nationally, we lost in 2025
A look back at the sports personalities who died over the last year.
Michigan State basketball back to business, with Big Ten play looming
Tom Izzo and No. 9 Michigan State basketball have one final nonconference game against Cornell on Monday, Dec. 29, before Big Ten play resumes.
Central Michigan vs Northwestern live updates in GameAbove Sports Bowl
The Central Michigan Chippewas are playing the Northwestern Wildcats in the 2025 GameAbove Sports Bowl in Detroit.
Black men's mental health explored in Pulitzer-winning Detroit Rep play
Through the power of friendship, we are able to see the power in ourselves. This is the message of playwright Eboni Booth’s lovely “Primary Trust.”
Gridlock dotted with bipartisan breakthroughs in divided Legislature
The first divided Michigan Legislature in years stands out as historically unproductive. Despite some bipartisan action, gridlock looms over the year.
Vote now for the Freep Buffalo Wild Wings Girls Athlete of the Week
Players from Orchard Lake, Milford, Birmingham Groves and Center Line are finalists for the Freep Buffalo Wild Wings Girls Prep Athlete of the Week.
Michigan marijuana businesses, customers see hazy future with new tax
Dispensaries, consumers stock up ahead of levy's start Jan. 1 while industry plans to keep up legal fight.
When do Detroit Lions play next? Week 17 game vs Vikings on Christmas
Detroit Lions next game will be on Christmas Day vs Minnesota Vikings, one of 3 NFL games on Christmas. Here's start time, TV channel and streaming.
Michigan high school boys basketball: Top players for 2025-26 season
Here are 25 of the top boys basketball players for the 2025-26 season in Michigan.
Editorial: Legal opinion needed on partial sale of MSU sports
Before Michigan State University moves further long with a partial privatization of its athletic department, an essential question must be answered.
A guide on candidates running for the Michigan Senate's 35th District
A special election to fill the vacancy in the Michigan Senate's competitive 35th District could sway the power dynamic in Lansing.
Lawmakers concerned about VA rollout of electronic health record system in Michigan
The system has been blamed for patient safety risks, productivity loss, usability challenges, delays in care and issues with medication management.
Finley: MSU's sports IPO may cost it control of teams
Selling shares in athletic program raises questions about who's in charge
Chicago Bears announce Stewarts’ Cheesecakes as final 2025 Small Business All-Pros Winner, presented by PNC
The Chicago Bears are proud to announce Stewarts’ Cheesecakes as the fourth and final recipient of the 2025 Small Business All-Pros presented by PNC. From Dec. 17 through Jan. 12, the family-owned bakery will receive Chicago Bears led promotion across the
Michigan Senate votes to restore more than $600M in GOP funding cuts
Groups said they were blindsided by the cuts and their state-authorized spending plans did not constitute waste, fraud or abuse.
Democratic socialists gain visibility in Detroit amid national movement
Detroit City Councilwoman Gabriela Santiago-Romero and Council member-elect Denzel McCampbell both identify as democratic socialists.
Trinity, MyMichigan Health pledge to offer hepatitis B vaccine at birth
Trinity Health Michigan and MyMichigan Health say their hospitals will join five others in the state to offer the hepatitis B vaccine at birth.
Ford to make big pivot in future vehicle offerings, add a new business
Ford Motor is keeping the F-150 Lightning, but changing its technology. It plans to add thousands of jobs and enter this new business.
After House GOP's unprecedented cuts, a potentially long wait for info
A small group of House Republicans single-handedly cut hundreds of millions in previously approved spending. The full impact remains unknown.
MHSAA football: Free Press 2025 All-East team captained by top recruit
Here are the top Michigan high school football players in the 2025 season for the Eastern metro Detroit area.
Dear Abby: Sensor light illuminates more than one problem
Their rear deck is within 20 feet of our property line.
Michigan Science Center debuts "moonshot" planetarium renovation
After a year-long renovation, the Michigan Science Center reopened its planetarium Friday, showcasing technology upgrades and a new flagship show.
Michigan Science Center unveils brand new planetarium with 8K projection
Guests experience a demonstration of the Michigan Science Center's newly renovated planetarium during a VIP preview event on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025 in Detroit.
When do the playoffs for Michigan high school winter sports start?
Here's a timeline on when each winter sport's playoff tournament is expected to begin.
Buss: Are politics better with s---?
Ideas and the law — bedrocks of our society — are not sharpened by the use of profanity; they are exposed for their weakness.
Pipes: Despite Dems' protests, affordable health plans are about to multiply
This year, many people can buy low-cost "catastrophic" health plans for the very first time.
House GOP axes $645M from funds aiding infrastructure, children, vets
House Republicans invoked a rarely used tool that allows a committee to deny administration requests to carry over funding from one year to the next.
Scott: Sex-health ed changes have no basis in Elliott-Larsen Act
ELCRA protects against discrimination. It does not mandate curriculum.
Rogers Victor: Food, not pharma: A new path for Michigan’s health
"Food is Medicine" is an important movement, but only a culture-wide shift will turn around our poor diet-driven health trajectory.
Outgoing Detroit Mayor Duggan: 'I changed the politics in this city'
Speaking to the Detroit Economic Club, Duggan, who is wrapping up his third and final term in office, said he changed the narrative of "us versus them."
Central Michigan headed to Detroit for bowl game
The game starts at 1 p.m. and will be televised by ESPN.
Raising the bar on education can pay off in business, leaders say
That assessment is contained in a new 40-page plan 'Michigan in a New Era' released by CEO group Business Leaders for Michigan.
Things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit
Stage shows, holiday shopping events, concerts and more are on deck around town this weekend, Dec. 5-7.
Super Bowl 2026: Pregame performers include Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile
Charlie Puth will sing the national anthem, Brandi Carlile will perform “America the Beautiful,” and Coco Jones will sing “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”
How Michigan universities' lobbying changed amid threats to higher education
Michigan's top universities are changing tactics and tapping alumni to push back against the rising skepticism about higher education's mission.
Harper: It's time for a conservative fix to college sports
The SCORE Act, spearheaded by Republicans, offers a bipartisan solution at a critical time.