Man, 18, sought in slaying of 14-year-old at hotel in west Michigan

Authorities believe the shooting at a hotel in western Michigan is gang-related.

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More than a dozen people rescued from SeaWorld ride

Around six gondolas stopped functioning after a big gust of wind tripped a circuit breaker on "Bayside Skyride"

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Trump: New day coming in Venezuela

Venezuela President Maduro accused the U.S. president of speaking in an ‘almost Nazi style’

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China accuses U.S. of blocking its tech development

In a blow to U.S. effort to rally allies, British agencies say it’s possible to limit security risks on 5G networks

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Florida company may build commercial eel farm in Michigan

A Florida-based company is considering building a $30 million commercial eel farm in Michigan

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Nigerian women trying to break glass ceiling in politics

The percentage of women in Nigeria's parliament is 7 percent, one of the lowest in the world

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Religious orders apologize for abuse cover-up before summit

Two organizations vowed to implement measures to ensure cover-up by superiors ends and that children are safe

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Poll: Rural, urban political divisions also split the suburbs

A new poll shows the suburbs are as polarized along partisan lines as the rest of the nation

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Official: Deputy AG Rosenstein expected to depart in March

Rosenstein’s departure had been expected with the confirmation of William Barr as attorney general last week

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Roger Stone apologizes to judge for Instagram post

Stone has apologized for an Instagram post featuring a photo of a judge with what appears to be the crosshairs of a gun

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Prof who popularized term ‘global warming’ dies at 87

Wallace Smith Broecker’s 1975 paper correctly predicted rising carbon dioxide levels would lead to pronounced warming

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Time’s Up leader Lisa Borders stepping down

Lisa Borders says she has resigned as president and CEO of the gender equality initiative due to family issues

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Opinion: Amazon retreats from NYC subsidies

"Amazon abandoned a high-profile, multi-billion-dollar project rather than stick around and try to make its case."

by John C. Mozena  | 9 hours ago

Jailed Citgo executives in limbo amid Venezuela turmoil

Citgo employees were arrested for alleged embezzlement and treason before Thanksgiving in 2017

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16 states sue Trump over emergency wall declaration

California AG said the suit alleges the Trump administration’s action violates the Constitution

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Monday’s motors: NASCAR delivers action-packed opener

The crashes led to nearly 40 minutes of stoppage for cleanup — breaks so long race-winner Denny Hamlin claimed that he twice fell asleep in his Toyota.

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Monday’s preps: Canton boys run win streak to 18

B. Artis White scored 30 and Vinson Sigmon added 14 in Canton's 80-51 victory over Belleville in a Kensington Lakes Activities Association semifinal.

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Detroit News high school basketball state tournament preview

Dave Goricki previews the high school basketball state tournament with Edison's Rickea Jackson, Cass Tech's Tyson Acuff and New Haven's Romeo Weems.

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Monday’s basketball: No. 22 Wisconsin scratches out win over Illinois

Badgers get the job done with leading scorer Ethan Happ sitting on the bench down the stretch of a 64-58 victory.

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MSU’s Kithier, Tillman, Goins, Winston on loss of Nick Ward

MSU's Thomas Kithier, Xavier Tillman, Kenny Goins and Cassius Winston on the loss of Nick Ward.

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MSU coach Tom Izzo talks about Nick Ward’s injury

Michigan State coach Tom Izzo talks about the injury to Nick Ward, and where the Spartans go from here.

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MSU’s Nick Ward talks about his injured hand

MSU's Nick Ward talks about his injured hand, which required surgery and will keep him out at least for a few weeks.

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When Tiger, Hootie, Cole and the Cup crossed paths in E. Lansing

Darius Rucker, lead singer for Hootie and the Blowfish, recalls how he met a young Tiger Woods at Rick's American Cafe in 1995 when then New Jersey Devil Danton Cole walked in with the Stanley Cup.

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Tuesday sports on TV/radio

A complete listing of the day's sports on TV/radio.

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Dairy farmers press against labeling of nut ‘milk’

First it was soy, then almond milk, coconut milk and rice milk. Now, there’s oat milk and pea milk.

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China plans first power station in space

China steps up its space-exploration ambitions

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Michigan Lottery numbers for Monday, Feb. 18

These numbers were drawn Monday:

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Letter: Styrofoam pollutes Mich. water

Let's protect our water ways, our own health, and our wildlife by banning foam cups and takeout containers here in Michigan.

by The Detroit News  | 9 hours ago

Opinion: Cut down on solar subsidies

"The subsidy to solar customers also allows them to sidestep the cost of maintaining the energy grid, a fixed cost built into all energy bills."

by John Quackenbush  | 9 hours ago

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First private Israel lunar mission to be launched

The spacecraft will slingshot around the Earth at least six times in order to reach the moon and land on April 11

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Dr. Ruth is 90.5 and living her best life, but an Oscar would be nice

The documentary explores her contribution of offering candid sexual advice as well as her tragic Holocaust experience as a child.

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Roger Stone apologizes to judge over Instagram post

He twice blasted her as an “Obama appointed” partisan and posted and deleted a photo of her face next to what appeared to be a crosshairs symbol

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‘I’ll be just fine’: MSU’s Nick Ward has surgery; return is uncertain

Junior center, who was hurt late in the first half, will likely miss both rivalry games against Michigan.

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U.N. hopes for pullout of warring forces in Yemen

Fighting in the poorest Arab country has killed thousands of civilians and created the world’s worst humanitarian crisis

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Trudeau’s top adviser denies wrongdoing but resigns

Principal Secretary Gerald Butts denies pressuring a former attorney general to avoid prosecuting a major company

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Draymond Green pops the question … with $300K diamond ring

Draymond Green, the former Michigan State star who now plays for the Golden State Warriors, proposed to girlfriend Hazel Renee with a rock valued at $300,000, according to TMZ.

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Doc: Better supplement oversight would be welcome

I grow tired of seeing endless television advertisements for “holistic” remedies

| 14 hours ago

Friend too comfortable asking for favor

I feel like a heel to refuse if we’re not using the place, but I’m starting to feel a little used

| 14 hours ago

Bennett: Go Red for Women fights heart disease

The occasion was the 15th anniversary of the Go Red for Women Luncheon, raising funds and awareness in the fight against heart disease and stroke.

by Chuck Bennett  | 14 hours ago