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Michigan has thousands of old, energy-inefficient factories, apartment complexes and office buildings. Nationally, the U.S. government estimates that the…

COVID-19 nearly killed them both: A Michigan couple's journey to hell and back

In sickness and in health, till death do us part ...They grew feverish together. Both David and Charlunda Thompson were coughing, too. They were…

Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg called President Trump "a threat to our country" but warned, "We cannot allow the primary process to drag the party to an extreme that would diminish our chances in the general election" and give Trump four more years.

Former New York Mayor Bloomberg Decides Against 2020 Presidential Bid

The billionaire businessman — who has been a Republican, a Democrat and an independent — is not running for president in a field growing more crowded by the day.

Howes: Detroit auto production is alive, thanks to SUVs

With apologies to Mark Twain, reports heralding the death of auto production in Detroit are exaggerated.General Motors shocked Michigan, Ohio and Maryland…

Cargo trucks pass the secondary fence that divides the United States and Mexico in Otay Mesa, Calif., on May 31. Vice President Pence held a meeting with Mexican officials on Wednesday over threats to raise tariffs on that country.

U.S.-Mexico Tariff Talks Continue As White House Meeting Ends Without A Deal

The administration is under pressure from Mexico and top Republicans to back off of a threat to impose tariffs on that country if it does not make an effort to curb illegal immigration.

How Safe Is Your School's Reopening Plan? Here's What To Look For

As schools weigh the risks of reopening, many are making plans to lower the risks of coronavirus transmission. Here's how to vet your school's proposals.

Kentucky Gov.-elect Matt Bevin has vowed to do away with Kynect, the successful state-run insurance exchange.

What Happens If Kentucky Dismantles Its Health Insurance Exchange?

Supporters of Kentucky's insurance exchange have asked the governor-elect to reconsider a pledge he made to shutter it and shift people to the federally run HealthCare.gov.

Federal judge blocks straight-ticket voting ban, says it hurts black voters

A federal judge says a Republican-sponsored law to ban straight ticket voting in Michigan discriminates against African-American voters.In his decision…

One of the anchors used to hold Line 5 in place under the Straits of Mackinac.

Enbridge releases final reports on Line 5 risks

Enbridge Energy released three final reports related to an oil pipeline running under the Straits of Mackinac called Line 5. The reports were required…

Former Mexican President Vicente Fox spoke with NPR about his book, Let's Move On: Beyond Fear & False Prophets. The book highlights the North American Free Trade Agreement between the U.S., Mexico and Canada.

Former Mexican President To Trump: 'If You Want To Build A Wall, Waste Your Money'

Let's Move On.Vicente Fox, the former president of Mexico, has harsh words for President Trump — some of them we can't say on the radio. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Fox about his new book,

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