DOGE cuts threaten IRS free tax-filing program: What to know
IRS Direct File is only in its second year of letting taxpayers file directly with the IRS online, but it may be a casualty of Elon Musk’s DOGE.
Pete Buttigieg says he won't be running for governor or US Senate in upcoming races
Buttigieg, 43, who lives in the Traverse City area with his family, said he was deciding against competing in either race - despite caring deeply about who the state will elect for those positions.
Impact of steel and aluminum tariffs
Discussing how tariffs on steel and aluminum will impact the auto industry. Plus, former Detroit police chief officially throws his hat into the mayoral race.
Dearborn Heights Mayor Bazzi appointed as US ambassador to Tunisia by President Trump
He’s the mayor of Dearborn Heights, but President Donald Trump has tapped him to be an ambassador to Tunisia.
Former police chief James Craig announces runs for Detroit mayor
"As your former chief, I made a commitment to protect and uplift this city. Now, I want to continue that commitment as your mayor," he said.
House passes GOP funding bill; Senate up next
If the bill passes the Senate, it will then head to President Donald Trump’s desk for his signature and will fund the federal government through September.
Canada’s energy surcharge & dismantling the Department of Education
Ontario announces a surcharge on energy exports in response to President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canada. Plus, debating the fallout if Trump orders the Department of Education shuttered.
Garlin Gilchrist officially joins Michigan governor race
Garlin Gilchrist, Michigan's current lieutenant governor, is now seeking to move up to the role of governor. Gilchrist announced his run for governor Tuesday.
National parks saw record number of visits in 2024, but reported memo says not to publicize
U.S. national parks reported a record 331.9 million visits in 2024.
HHS responds to reports CDC will study refuted vaccine, autism link
The Department of Health and Human Services, headed by RFK Jr., is responding to reports that the CDC will begin researching the widely refuted theory that links autism to vaccines.
Here's what's in the GOP budget bill that would keep government funded through September
Republicans released a detailed spending bill ahead of a deadline to avoid a partial government shutdown on March 14.
Mark Carney to replace Justin Trudeau as Canada's prime minister
Canada will have a new prime minister in coming days amid a trade war with the U.S. and an annexation threat by President Donald Trump.
Nearly 80,000 federal health employees offered buyouts to resign
Nearly 80,000 employees at the Department of Health and Human Services have about a week to decide whether to accept a $25,000 buyout and resign from their jobs.
Tariffs paused & Dingell on Trump's congressional speech
President Donald Trump pauses some of the tariffs against Canada and Mexico. Plus, why Congresswoman Debbie Dingell says his joint congressional address was a bad look for both Republicans and Democrats.
Michigan Lt. Gov. Gilchrist expected to join crowded race for governor in 2026
Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist is expected to announce his plans to run for governor next week - joining a crowded Democratic field.
Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig files papers to run for mayor
Former Detroit Chief of Police James Craig has filed papers to run for city mayor, sources tell FOX 2.
Social Security employees banned from reading news websites at work
The Social Security Administration is preparing to lay off at least 7,000 people from the agency that handles benefits for 72.5 million Americans.
Trump congressional address reality check & Kinloch on the race for mayor
Fact checking President Trump’s joint address to Congress. Plus, Rev. Solomon Kinloch discusses joining the race for Detroit Mayor