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Aerial view of the abandoned stage following the fatal shooting of conservative podcaster and activist Charlie Kirk.
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  • Politics, Government & Finance

Threat of political violence remains high after Kirk killing

Russ McNamara September 22, 2025

It's been another violent year in America. There's been a renewed focus on political violence following the shooting of conservative...

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Shikha Dalmia sits at a table and speaks into a microphone in front of the WDET logo
  • The Metro

The Metro: How to strengthen a fragile democracy

Sam Corey, The Metro September 18, 2025

Political violence has been in the news so much, it can sometimes feel exhausting. Last week, the conservative activist, Charlie...

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FILE - The 2024 Ford F-150 truck is assembled at the Dearborn Truck Plant, April 11, 2024, in Dearborn, Mich.
  • The Metro

The Metro: Ford charges forward with new EV plans

Sam Corey, The Metro August 21, 2025

The race to electric vehicles is happening. That may be surprising for some when considering our political climate.  President Donald...

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FILE - President Donald Trump speaks during an event to announce new tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House on April 2, 2025, in Washington.
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Small business owners ask Trump for tariff relief

Quinn Klinefelter August 14, 2025

Business leaders say President Trump’s tariffs on various countries and products are creating a high level of uncertainty for companies.That...

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EGLE responds to termination of Solar for All funding

Natalie Albrecht, Amanda LeClaire August 14, 2025

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) may take legal action after the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency...

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The Palisades Nuclear Plant sits on the shore of Lake Michigan, in Covert Township.
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  • The Metro

The Metro: Do the pros outweigh the cons with nuclear energy?

Sam Corey, The Metro August 13, 2025

The Palisades nuclear plant in Covert Township got one step closer to reopening after federal regulators allowed the plant’s owners...

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The floor of The Peacock Room Boutique is rife with vintage treasures. Tables are covered with jewelry displays and a fashionable mannequin stands with a dark patterned evening dress. A chandelier hangs from the ceiling.
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The Metro: Michigan businesses brace for impact from tariff hikes

Robyn Vincent, The Metro August 11, 2025

More tariffs on imported goods took effect last week.  The federal government is making big money from tariff revenues, which...

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The Metro: Michiganders face power struggle over rising utility bills

Robyn Vincent, The Metro August 7, 2025

As the temperature has climbed this summer, so have energy bills—and frustrations. These higher costs are driven by more than...

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  • The Metro

The Metro: Michigan health care costs could be on the rise

Robyn Vincent, Jack Filbrandt, The Metro July 22, 2025

Health care in Michigan is about to get more expensive. According to a recent report from the health policy research...

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A demonstrator holds up a handmade sign that says "Stop the deportation No one is illegal"
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  • The Metro

The Metro: Christian leaders take a stand against ICE in metro Detroit

Robyn Vincent, Nadia Ziyad, The Metro July 17, 2025

In Detroit, the fallout from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's doubling down on aggressive tactics has shaken local communities....

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The Capitol is seen under dark skies in Washington, Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
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  • Politics, Government & Finance

Senate votes to move ahead with Trump’s request for $9 billion in spending cuts

Associated Press July 15, 2025

WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans on Tuesday advanced President Donald Trump's request to cancel some $9 billion in previously approved...

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FILE - Mairelise Robinson, a U.S. citizen who is 6 months pregnant, attends a protest in support of birthright citizenship, outside of the Supreme Court in Washington, May 15, 2025.
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New Hampshire judge decides to pause Trump’s birthright citizenship order

Associated Press July 10, 2025

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — A federal judge in New Hampshire issued a ruling Thursday prohibiting President Donald Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship from...

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