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Editorial

Congress needs to rein in ‘turbo’ gerrymandering

The redistricting arms race now roiling American politics was not merely predictable, but inevitable. It began the moment President Donald Trump picked up the phone last year to demand that Missouri, Texas and other red states gerrymander their congressional districts mid-decade to give ...

AAA: Gas cost‑cutting moves could backfire

Thinking of stretching that tank of gas as far as it can get you before facing the current pain at the pumps again? AAA is warning why that ultimately could come back to bite you. As gas prices soar, AAA is discouraging cost-cutting measures it says increase the risk of breakdowns and ...

Motorists urged to share the road with motorcyclists

With the snow gone and warmer weather returning — though slowly — to the region, drivers should expect an increase in motorcyclists on roadways, state officials advise. Which is why the Michigan Department of State marks Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in May with its the annual "Look ...