Morning Edition

The Lions are back! John U. Bacon talks the season opener and looks ahead as Michigan and MSU face more competitive teams, and the Tigers' fight to finish strong.

Large blocks of federal data have disappeared or been altered. University of Michigan researcher Margaret Levenstein discusses what's been lost and the long-term risks.

College football is back. Commentator John U. Bacon looks at Michigan's chances with freshman quarterback Bryce Underwood, and Michigan State's hopes for a turnaround.

Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon breaks down the NCAA's penalties against the University of Michigan football program for its sign-stealing scheme.

Michigan's state budget negotiations haven't yielded much progress. Zach Gorchow of Gongwer News Service looks at the chances of a state government shutdown.

The now-canceled Solar for All program planned to invest in things like rooftop and community solar projects, energy storage and workforce development.

Michigan Public commentator John U. Bacon assesses the new slew of Detroit Tigers pitchers, pressures on Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood, and changes at Ohio State.

The top four vote getters running for the city's two at-large seats will advance to the general election. The top two vote getters will be on the November ballot.

The race for Detroit’s next mayor will pit City Council President Mary Sheffield and megachurch leader Solomon Kinloch, the top two vote-getters in Tuesday’s nonpartisan primary.

Commentator John U. Bacon looks at the MLB All-Star Game, how the Detroit Tigers can keep their momentum, and the career of Michigan gymnastics coach Bev Plocki.