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Opinion

Why Trump couldn’t bring Iran to heel

Local columns

Iran, a second-rate power in a state of economic collapse, just fought the U.S. to a standstill in a major military conflict. The disappointing outcome has echoes of Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan, in that a major world power hasn't been able to impose its will on a militarily inferior foe. ...

Judge bars Trump order for proof of citizenship to vote

Local columns

A federal judge Wednesday permanently barred President Donald Trump’s administration from implementing most of his first executive order on elections, part of which sought to require people to show documentary proof of citizenship when they register to vote. The ruling by U.S. District Court ...

Almanac for June 25, 2026

Local columns

Today is Thursday, June 25, the 176th day of 2026. There are 189 days left in the year. Today in history: In 1950, war broke out in Korea as forces from the communist North invaded the South. The conflict would last for over three years and would bring about an estimated 4 million deaths, ...

Teens play an important role in region’s workforce

Editorial

About 252,500 Michiganders ages 16 to 19 are expected to participate in the labor market this summer, with more than 207,000 projected to be employed, according to the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget. Industries employing the teens include retail, hospitality, food ...