Opinion
Who wins the re-redistricted House?
Local columns
As President Donald Trump's job approval sinks to or below 40% (depending on which poll you're looking at), betting markets and political conventional wisdom are that his Republican Party is not necessarily doomed to lose its narrow House majority, nor is it at serious risk of losing its Senate ...
Trump says he called off Iran strike at allies’ request
Local columns
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said he is holding off on a military strike on Iran planned for today because "serious negotiations" are underway. Trump made the announcement in a social media post Monday after threatening over the weekend that time was running out for Iran to ...
Almanac for May 19, 2026
Local columns
Today is Tuesday, May 19, the 139th day of 2026. There are 226 days left in the year. Today in history: In 1920, 10 people were killed in a gunbattle between coal miners, who were led by a local police chief, and a group of private security guards hired to evict them for joining a union in ...
Professional Trades Month highlights career options
Editorial
As high school graduations begin in the region, it’s worth noting that May is Professional Trades Month, highlighting the career opportunities available in these much-needed positions. In 2024, 393,000 Michiganders were employed in professional trades occupations, a 14.4% increase from ...
