The team was in the eye of a storm over a controversial phone call from President Trump to FIFA's head about a red card on a U.S. striker. But even with the U.S. at full strength, Belgium easily won.

A Michigan Law professor explains how recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions strengthen the executive branch—and why that matters. Also, we travel back in time to 1776—and what Detroit looked like as America began to take shape as a nation. And, how the 1994 World Cup reshaped Americans' relationship to soccer.

When the U.S. last hosted the World Cup 1994, soccer was difficult to follow. With the tournament back in the U.S. this summer, University of Michigan Professor Emeritus Andrei Markovits describes how soccer's popularity has grown in the country.

How extreme heat is affecting Michigan harvest season and putting farm workers at risk. Then, the Green Grocer program in Detroit returns aiming to increase access to fresh food in the city. And, meet the Grand Rapids native who became the world champion in a new endurance sport.

Michigan Public's Zena Issa talked to us about Sunday's Ashura procession in Dearborn, its history, the significance of food, and her personal connection. Plus, a staff writer from The Athletic joined us to discuss the departure of Dusty May as U of M's head basketball coach. Also on the show: Does a Sleeping Bear rescue really cost $3000?

Michigan Public commentator John U. Bacon discusses coach Dusty May's departure from Michigan, NBA Draft news, and a new setback for Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander.

So I was delighted when the Wolverines won the NCAA Men's Division I basketball title this year. But I also don't mind taking the opportunity to poke at the Schembechler-level of devotion of U of M zealots. If that makes the Spartan Nation happy, so be it.

A person with knowledge of the deal says the Dallas Mavericks and Dusty May of national champion Michigan are finalizing an agreement for the coach to make the jump from college to the NBA. May and the Wolverines won the NCAA championship with a 69-63 win over UConn in April to wrap up a 34-3 season.

Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon discusses the return of Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander and the latest changes in Michigan State's athletic department.

More than 1 in 3 World Cup matches face dangerously hot, humid weather. Here's how to protect yourself from heat illness.