Tesla restarts its solar-panel business, offers rental plans

The company will allow residents of six states to rent solar-power systems starting at $50 a month – or $65 a month in California — for a small set-up.

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A clean energy breakthrough could be buried deep beneath Utah

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Wildlife now roam where U.S. once forged its deadliest weapons

When weapons complexes became obsolete, the government converted them into refuges under, but the cost is staggering.

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Riding the Dream Cruise in a shopping cart

Cal VanSant and his son-in-law cobbled together the Shopper Chopper from parts from junkyards, eBay and Craig's List

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MI Dream Home: Newly remodeled lakefront estate has six bedrooms

The dramatic living and dining areas feature  20-foot ceilings and there's a fireplace, two wine coolers, bar nook, large windows and glass sliding doors leading to the rear deck

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Marianne Williamson’s presidential candidacy shines light on ‘A Course in Miracles’

While some have labeled the practice as selfish and called Williamson wonky, there are more than 2,000 study groups around the world

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Detroit News preseason college football Top 25

In anticipation of the first Associated Press Top 25 poll being released Monday, The Detroit News did its own preseason poll.

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Jack Whitaker, Hall of Fame sports broadcaster, dies at 95

The network said Whitaker died of natural causes in his sleep in Devon, Pennsylvania.

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Joe Biden’s prism of loss: A public man, shaped by private grief

Now in his third bid for the White House, his painful story comes up as point of connection to voters and a personal experience on health care policy.

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Rays 5, Tigers 4

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Feds shift focus to Epstein’s purported procurer

Ghislaine Maxwell is one of the most prominent figures left from the Epstein orbit after his suicide while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges

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Organizer of far-right Oregon rally encouraged by Trump’s tweets

“He talked about Portland, said he’s watching antifa. That’s all we wanted,” Joe Biggs, the organizer of the right-wing gathering, said

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Finley: Brooks’ legacy is already at risk

Oakland County didn't become Oakland County by accident., Finley writes.

by Nolan Finley  | 21 hours ago

Images show increased activity at Iran satellite launch site

Iran appears to be preparing another satellite launch after twice failing this year to put one in orbit

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Rashida Tlaib’s Palestinian grandmother hits back at Trump: ‘May God ruin him’

The grandmother of Rep. Rashida Tlaib hit back at President Trump, calling on God to “ruin him” for helping bar the Tlaib from visiting the West Bank

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Trump economic adviser ‘doesn’t see a recession’ despite market plunge

“We’re doing pretty darn well in my judgment," Larry Kudlow said in Sunday television interviews. "Let’s not be afraid of optimism.”

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Skydiver dies in Grand Haven from accident during landing

Authorities say a 33-year-old skydiver has been killed when he abruptly fell after trying to avoid colliding with another jumper near the landing

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Game on: Southfield’s Lawrence Tech turns meeting room into esports arena

The arena features 12 computers with monitors; a coach’s station; and a large TV for spectators to watch and for players to go over replays

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Islamic State claims bombing that killed 63 at Kabul wedding

There appears to be no end to violence even as the U.S. and Taliban say they are nearing a deal to end their 18-year war, America’s longest

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Airport worker hands passenger ‘You ugly!’ note; TSA gives her pink slip

A video shows the worker handing Strassner the note after he passes through a metal detector

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Editorial: Israel’s impossible situation

Israel loses either way in this dispute, and might have been wiser to allow the congresswomen their visit rather than turning them into victims.

by The Detroit News  | 21 hours ago

Was Trump really named Michigan’s ‘Man of the Year’?

Since 2016, President Trump has claimed that he received Michigan's "Man of the Year" award, and no one seems to know what he is talking about

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Doggy Con: a pop culture convention for furry fanatics

Doggy Con drew hundreds of dog owners and spectators Saturday to an Atlanta park for their own small cosplay convention

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Opinion: Don’t blame Michigan’s broken roads on fair wages

"The fact that an organization can turn to the legislature for a helping hand in eliminating 80% of their business competition is despicable."

by Curtis Hertel  | 21 hours ago

Monroe looking at options to combat Lake Erie street flooding

Starting in the spring, high winds in Monroe have raised the lake’s elevation several feet higher than normal on multiple occasions

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Testimony concludes in Mateen Cleaves’ rape trial

Closing arguments are scheduled for Tuesday in the trial against the former Michigan State basketball star

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Advocates: Detroit among cities already seeing effects of new immigration rule

Health experts argue it could force millions of low-income migrants to choose between needed services and their bid to stay legally in the U.S.

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MSU sophomore safety Xavier Henderson forging own path

He's being asked to fill the strong safety spot vacated by Colts' draft pick Khari Willis, but the 6-foot-1 secondary specialist has his own style.

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Howes podcast: UAW’s ‘clean union’ moniker may no longer be justified

Howes says the federal corruption probe into the UAW and its joint training centers is heating up just as the union is negotiating new contracts.

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Crowds at Cobo celebrate all things comic

Thousands of cosplayers and comic junkies will fill Cobo Center this weekend for Imaginarium's second Michigan Comic Con

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Former Texas star RB Cedric Benson dies in motorcycle accident at 36

Former NFL and Texas running back Cedric Benson, one of the most prolific rushers in NCAA and University of Texas history, died in a motorcycle accident in Texas.

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Prep football preview: Detroit PSL

The Detroit News breaks down the Detroit PSL football teams for the 2019 season.

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Backers of rural dental care find something to smile about

In the U.S., dentists and their powerful lobby have battled legislatures for years on the drive to allow therapists to practice.

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Trump wields sanctions hammer; experts wonder to what end

Many are questioning the results even as officials insist the penalties are achieving their aims.

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Prep football preview: Catholic League

The Detroit News breaks down the Catholic League football teams for the 2019 season.

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Ohio State’s J.K. Dobbins: ‘I’m the best running back in the nation’

Despite running for 1,053 yards and 10 touchdowns, J.K. Dobbins says last season was a frustrating personal failure.

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Phil Mickelson late for BMW Championship after lightning hits hotel

Phil Mickelson had a wild Sunday, and that was before he showed up for the BMW Championship.

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‘Some competitive snaps out there’: Fales flings hope in Lions’ second preseason loss

Third-string quarterback finished 12-of-19 for 226 yards and a TD in Detroit's 30-23 defeat in Houston.

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Ohio ‘Miracle house’ draws pilgrims amid sainthood push

“We live in a world that’s really hard to have faith in today. Really hard,” Canton native Karen Sigler said, trying to explain the attraction

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OU’s Brosseau singles home winning run for Rays in 13th; Tigers strike out 24 times

Tigers strike out 24 times against Rays pitching in marathon.

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