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State officals said they're working to repair part of the beautiful, shady stretch of highway known as the Tunnel of Trees after it suffered damage this week.
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Commentator John U. Bacon says the Pistons are built for a deep playoff run, but the Red Wings are due for roster changes. He joined Michigan Public's Morning Edition. -
Budget bills are starting to move at the state Capitol as lawmakers attempt to get an earlier start on crafting a spending plan for the coming fiscal year and avert a deadlock similar to last year’s standoff. -
It seems like everyone in Michigan knows how to play euchre — or has at least heard of it — but was the card game actually invented here, and what's the history behind it? -
Meanwhile, the President of the United States is presenting himself either as Jesus or his best friend, the Vice President is questioning the Pope's theology credentials, and the Secretary of Defense is quoting made-up scripture from the movie Pulp Fiction. -
Detroit officials are launching a six-point “Safe Summer” community safety plan aimed at preventing violent crime through a mix of enforcement and prevention strategies. -
Michigan utilities can apply for an increase in their rates every 12 months. The state Senate heard testimony on legislation to reduce that to once every three years. -
Today, how Northern Michigan's tunnel of trees is faring after this week's storms. Plus, where all the plastic in Northern Michigan goes. -
A Guatemalan restaurant in Ypsilanti reflects on a decade in the community, and how ICE presence has impacted business. -
The White House says it wants to choke off Iran's oil export revenue. But experts say that blockades are often unpredictable and difficult to enforce. -
The bills would stop hospitals from making nurses work extra hours, with some exceptions, and give nurses at least an eight-hour break following a 12-hour shift. -
As of 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, the water levels at Cheboygan Lock and Dam Complex reached 6.48 inches below the top — 0.36 inches higher than the previous measurement. -
Dams across Northern Michigan are at risk of failing as snow melts, ground thaws, and rain pours down. And, a northern Michigan writer talks about the harms of social media on our attention.
The Dish, hosted by Mercedes Mejia, brings you behind the scenes with Michigan’s most inspiring chefs and culinary talents. Learn how food connects these chefs to their cultures, and strengthens our communities, one dish at a time.
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Michigan Senator Elissa Slotkin makes headlines with a visit to Iowa, big campaign funds boost Mike Rogers, and what’s up with John James gubernatorial campaign. -
The lawsuit claims that instead of providing safety and protection, staff at Vista Maria in Dearborn Heights regularly committed acts of physical, sexual, and psychological abuse on the girls in their care. -
In an email Wednesday morning, Kent Syverud, former President-elect for the University of Michigan, announced he will no longer be taking the position due to a brain cancer diagnosis. -
Tens of thousands of Michiganders were without power Wednesday morning after heavy rain and more than 60 mph winds in the lower half of the Lower Peninsula Tuesday night.
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