Michigan Court of Claims Judge Sima Patel voted the bills off the island, but didn’t send a boat.

A common criticism for an editorial cartoon: "It's not funny." The common response from an editorial cartoonist: "You're right." That's because the main goal of an editorial or political cartoon (a good one anyway) should be to stir a thought or even start a conversation. Humor can help, but it isn't necessary.

Democratic officials in 19 states are suing over President Donald Trump’s attempt to reshape elections across the U.S.

Wayne County Executive Warren Evans praised El-Sayed’s tenure this week, while announcing that he will step down as of Thursday.

A Chinese EV manufacturer's subsidiary in the U.S. is halting work on its rural Mecosta County electric vehicle battery plant while its lawsuit in federal appeals court plays out.

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson says a review of non-citizens voting in the recent election supports numerous studies that show it is an "extremely rare" problem in Michigan and the U.S.

Trump announced widespread tariffs on U.S. trading partners Wednesday. The next day, a 25% tariff on automobiles takes effect. Another tariff on auto parts is expected by May 3.

A group of tribal nations and environmental organizations say Enbridge’s plan to encase the oil and gas pipeline in a tunnel doesn’t remove the threat to the Great Lakes.

In this edition of Stateside, a conversation about the Lyoya family’s life, three years after Patrick’s death. Then, a cooking lesson from Chef Abra Berens. Finally, we discuss a study that found a 20% decline in butterfly populations.

Michigan Public's health reporter Kate Wells explains what the federal cuts to funds allocated in response to COVID-19 mean for Michigan.

The governor also expanded a state of emergency declaration to add Alcona and Antrim counties as thousands are still without power.

President Trump declared a 10% baseline tax on imports from all countries on Wednesday. But economists say that taxes on imports usually get passed on to consumers.