Metro Detroit gets a break from the rain for the end of the workweek, but those with outdoor plans Saturday will want to keep an eye on the forecast.

The Michigan Science Center is preparing to bring explosive reactions, cloud-making demonstrations, and other hands-on STEM experiences to communities across Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana during the 2026-2027 school year.

Michigan gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson has announced her running mate.

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) confirmed the case on Wednesday. It is the first human case of EEE reported in the state since 2021.

John Calhoun, 36, from Detroit, has been arraigned on multiple felony charges after authorities accused him of smuggling narcotics into Michigan Department of Corrections facilities through the mail.

Michigan Wolverines men’s basketball coach Mike Boynton Jr. is eager to see how his team’s summer work translates into live game action as the defending national champions prepare to depart for a European exhibition trip later this week.

Showers moving into the region Tuesday will become more widespread overnight as the front crosses Lower Michigan. The best opportunity for rain in and around Detroit comes during the overnight and early-morning hours

A landmark federal trial against Meta — the parent company of Facebook and Instagram — got underway in California, with 29 states arguing the social media giant knowingly designed its platforms to addict children and teenagers.

Flock Safety cameras are scanning license plates in communities across the country — but who controls the data, how long is it kept, and what stops someone from misusing it?

The winning designs in Michigan’s 2026 “I Voted” sticker contest have been announced.

Democratic Sen. Elissa Slotkin has asked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to confirm that he won’t send troops to polling places during the midterm elections.

The University of Michigan Board of Regents has picked C. Cybele Raver to become the university’s 17th president.

Kids and teens are likely trying to soak in the last few nights of staying up late and sleeping in. But experts said now, not the night before the first day of school, is the time to reset sleep schedules.

Michigan Wolverines wide receivers coach Micah Simon wants his position group to be known for more than catching passes.

Michigan Wolverines safety Rod Moore made program history when he was voted a team captain for the third time, becoming the first player in school history to earn the honor three times.

Questions about election security, voter eligibility, and absentee ballots took center stage at a town hall attended by U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell and state election officials ahead of the general election.

Questions about election security, voter eligibility, and absentee ballots took center stage at a town hall attended by U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell and state election officials ahead of the general election.

Michigan is the only Midwestern state included among the early contests in the Democratic presidential nominating calendar for 2028.

Five people were killed, and one person was injured after a mass shooting in northern Michigan on Friday. The suspected shooter is also dead.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags to be lowered to half-staff within the State Capitol Complex and all public buildings and grounds across the state on Tuesday to honor a Detroit firefighter who died in the line of duty.

Munetaka Murakami hit a go-ahead homer in the seventh inning and the Chicago White Sox rallied for a 7-5 win over the Detroit Tigers to complete a three-game sweep.

Michigan's 2026 gubernatorial race has narrowed down to two candidates.

Democratic voters are turning out for this year’s primaries at levels not seen in more than 20 years.

Michigan health officials are investigating a confirmed case of influenza A H1N2 variant, commonly known as swine flu, in an Ionia County resident who exhibited swine at the Kent County Youth Fair.

Much of the Woodward Dream Cruise should get favorable weather before a chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day and night.

Police say five people have been killed and a suspect is dead in a series of killings that took place at two homes and a wooded area in Michigan.

It’s been 23 years since a major power outage put 50 million people from Detroit to New York in the dark.

A goat appeared to be on a mission to become part of the Michigan State Police.

FishingBooker, one of the largest fishing trip-booking platforms in the world, just ranked the best fishing lakes in America for 2026, and Michigan is all over the list.

This is for all the curious kids out there, and honestly, the adults too. The Michigan Science Center just launched a brand-new weekend program called “Insides Out,” and yes, it is exactly what it sounds like.

Buying a car has long been seen as a step toward independence, with the freedom to hit the open road. But today, it carries a burden that feels more like a house—and Edmunds data backs that up.

Five non-citizens are accused of voting in Michigan’s November 2024 general election, and one U.S. citizen is accused of registering their non-citizen spouse to vote.

A troubling trend is hitting expecting mothers in Michigan and across the country.

Enow Etta isn’t interested in where the Michigan Wolverines’ defensive line ranks in preseason conversations.

Jyaire Hill is entering his senior season at the University of Michigan with a veteran’s perspective, but the senior cornerback still has plenty to prove.

Metro Detroit gets a mostly quiet end to the workweek before the chances for showers and thunderstorms increase this weekend.

A lawsuit filed Tuesday by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel seeks to dissolve a Waterford-based nonprofit for misrepresenting its housing assistance services to consumers.

Dozens of community members gave emotional public comments both for and against the proposed funding ahead of the commissioners’ vote on Thursday.

We’ve all felt it at the grocery store, the gas pump, and when the rent or mortgage comes due. Things cost more, and for Michigan families, the math simply isn’t adding up.

Michigan gubernatorial candidate John James has announced his running mate.

Caesar Cooper, 25, from Detroit, has been sentenced to five to 20 years in prison for his role in a prolific Metro Detroit auto theft ring, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced.

The best opportunity for isolated showers and thunderstorms is becoming increasingly focused north of Metro Detroit Wednesday evening, while most of the region should remain dry.

Michigan’s 2026 governor’s race is officially set. Democrat Jocelyn Benson and Republican John James won their respective primaries Tuesday (Aug. 4), but in dramatically different fashions.

Federal officials approved a key permit on Wednesday to allow for the construction of Enbridge Inc.’s 3.6-mile tunnel to replace the Line 5 pipeline under the Straights of Mackinac.

A new wave of imposter scams has prompted Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel to reissue a consumer alert warning residents to remain vigilant to protect their personal information.

Results in Democratic primaries in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Connecticut have reiterated that Democratic voters are hungry for change, even as they remain divided over the party’s ideological future.

If you call Canton Township home, here is your chance to help shape what it looks like for the next decade.

Michigan State University researchers are raising serious questions about how Michigan is serving its rural students.

Kevin McGonigle drove in three runs, Drew Anderson tossed four innings of one-run ball in his fourth start of the year, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-4.

There is still a chance for isolated thunderstorms Wednesday afternoon and evening, but the better opportunity appears to be farther north, particularly toward the Saginaw Valley and Thumb.

The American Red Cross and Gardner White are teaming up on drives to help donors support those who need lifesaving blood.

Attention stargazers -- this is your week.

A Flint-area man was arrested after an FBI investigation allegedly found he attempted to arrange travel to meet minors for illegal sexual activity, according to a federal criminal complaint filed in the Eastern District of Michigan.

Michigan officials are asking the public to check trees and report signs of the invasive Asian longhorned beetle.

Body camera footage released by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources shows how conservation officers used their knowledge of the area and specialized tracking skills to find three people who went missing while tubing on the Muskegon River.

After a soaking start to the workweek for parts of Southeast Michigan, additional rounds of showers and thunderstorms could bring more heavy rain through Tuesday.

A little more than a week after two Planned Parenthood clinics in metro Detroit closed because of funding issues, Oakland County commissioners are set to vote on whether to provide up to $1.5 million to help keep one of the last remaining clinics in the metro open.

The Council on American-Islamic Relations is criticizing a Truth Social post by President Donald Trump that compares Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and his wife with Trump and the first lady.

British social media sensations Josh & Jase are getting ready to wrap up their summer tour of Michigan.

Of the latest products recalled, two of them have been distributed to retail stores in Michigan with a “Best by” date up to and including Aug. 16, 2026.

Motorists are now paying roughly $62 for a full 15-gallon tank of gas, an increase of around $11 from the highest price reported last August, according to AAA.

Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed says he's spoken with Barack Obama and hopes the former president will campaign with him.

The non-partisan group hosted events across the country including Detroit

Investigators say a Metro Detroit pair is linked to hundreds of suspected fraudulent unemployment claims in 32 states, totaling more than $4 million. And when the operation started to unravel, investigators say text messages between the two captured the moment the alleged scheme went into panic mode.

Michiganders cast a record number of ballots in the primary, and with the 2026 midterms approaching, nonpartisan groups like the League of Women Voters are working to engage first-time voters.

Republican U.S. Rep. John James and Democrat Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson are running for Michigan’s governor.

A 26-year-old Detroit licensed practical nurse was arraigned on charges alleging she stole controlled substances from a nursing home patient and falsified medical records to cover up the theft, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel’s office said.

Michigan Democrats and Republicans held dueling campaign kickoff rallies this week, pitching their nominees and arguing that the state’s November vote could help shape national politics.

Three people who went missing during a tubing trip on the Muskegon River were found alive and safe after a dayslong search involving multiple law enforcement agencies, emergency responders and volunteers.

The search for two women and a 9-year-old child reported missing after going on the Muskegon River continues Friday.

A recent study tracking the lifespan of lake sturgeon in the Great Lakes is making waves, finding that the prehistoric fish can live up to 427 years old.

FEMA has denied Michigan’s appeal for individual assistance for the deadly tornadoes in March.

The new online platform will provide private defense companies with “concierge access” to four U.S. Army test ranges — including Camp Grayling.

Michigan Democrats are showing unity behind their statewide candidates.

Here’s a list of back-to-school giveaways across Metro Detroit:

Michigan Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood says his biggest goal entering the 2026 season isn’t proving doubters wrong. It’s proving he can be the best version of himself.

Michigan State Police released the final traffic crash data for 2025 revealing that traffic fatalities declined slightly even though the total number of crashes increased.

Jahmyr Gibbs was back on the field for the first time since Detroit Lions training camp started a week ago.

Michigan residents can resume routine guidance on eating lettuce and salad greens, state health officials said Thursday, as cyclosporiasis cases begin to decline.

One of the best parts of summer in Michigan is getting outside and enjoying the woods, the water, and the fresh air.

Michigan Wolverines defensive coordinator Jay Hill is not interested in making bold predictions before the season. Instead, he wants his defense to let its performance speak for itself.

Michigan Wolverines offensive coordinator Jason Beck believes the team already has a foundation on offense entering fall camp. Now comes the challenge of developing a passing attack to complement it.

A Michigan woman has filed a proposed class-action lawsuit against Taco Bell and several lettuce suppliers, including Taylor Farms, alleging contaminated lettuce served at the fast-food chain sickened customers during a multistate Cyclospora outbreak.

Abdul El-Sayed has secured the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Michigan, narrowly defeating establishment-backed Congresswoman Haley Stevens in a closely watched primary.

The Associated Press projects Donavan McKinney will win the Democratic primary for U.S. House District 13.

The Associated Press projects Abdul El-Sayed will win the 2026 Michigan U.S. Senate Democratic primary election.

Fertilizer price swings are back on the radar for Michigan farmers after a spring run-up that some growers say tightened margins at the worst possible time, prompting renewed questions about whether global shocks, industry consolidation, or both are driving what they pay.

Here’s where you’ll find results for the 2026 Michigan Primary Election.

U.S. Rep. John James accepted the Republican nomination for governor Tuesday night, thanking supporters and turning his attention to the November general election.

AP projects Christina Hines will win the Republican primary for U.S. House District 10.

AP projects Michael Bouchard will win the Republican primary for U.S. House District 10.

AP projects Jeremy Moss will win the Democratic primary for U.S. House District 11.

AP projects Michael Bouchard will win the Democratic primary for U.S. House District 10.

AP projects that John James will win the 2026 Michigan Republican gubernatorial primary.

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson accepted the Democratic nomination for governor, telling supporters the general election will center on whether state government works for everyday residents or powerful political and corporate interests.

AP projects Jocelyn Benson will win the 2026 Michigan gubernatorial Democratic primary election.

Here’s where you’ll find results for the 2026 Michigan Primary Election.

The family of the Michigan mother and six children killed in a murder-suicide announced they will be holding a public memorial service.

Here’s where you’ll find an interactive map of the 2026 primary election results for Michigan’s key races.

U.S. Rep. John James, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Perry Johnson and Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson are running for governor.