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Consumers, businesses and investors are increasingly jittery about the risks of a protracted slump. So what exactly is a recession?
The U.S. labor market has been slowing, but today's jobs report isn't yet reflecting the layoffs ordered by Elon Musk's DOGE.
Job cuts spiked in February, marking their highest point since July 2020, due to firings of government workers directed by DOGE.
Canada, Mexico and China are hitting back with retaliatory tariffs. The moves raised fears of higher prices for U.S. consumers and a trade war.
Ukraine also brings divisions; Trump's immigration efforts rate well, but many look for more inflation focus.
A grassroots effort is asking American consumers to refrain from making purchases at major retailers for one day in February.
Americans express concern about their ability to pay bills and save money.
Figures do not include layoffs ordered by the Department of Government Efficiency. Analysts expect those to show up in coming weeks.
The Trump administration has begun firing several hundred Federal Aviation Administration employees, upending staff on a busy air travel weekend.
If you spend money celebrating Saturday's Lions game, you'll contribute to an economic boost for Detroit.
The Detroit Auto Show is revving up in the motor city. According to Visit Detroit, hundreds of thousands of folks are anticipated to attend which means big bucks for the city's economy.
Employers across the U.S. added a robust 256,000 jobs in December, a sign the labor market remains in good shape.
Bargain hunters are busy amid seasonal discounts and "going out of business" sales by at least two retailing chains.
Pope Francis has told Vatican bureaucrats to stop speaking ill of one another, calling gossip "an evil that destroys social life."
U.S. stocks are stabilizing following one of their worst days of the year.
The stock market is down sharply today after the Federal Reserve forecast fewer interest rate cuts in 2025 than expected.
Inflation has cooled from its most recent peak, but progress in getting it to a 2% annual rate has been slow.
A growing number of unemployed workers have been searching for a new job for more than 15 weeks, labor data shows.
General Motors is laying off about 1,000 workers worldwide, shedding costs as it tries to compete in a crowded global automobile market.
Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election is likely to have a major impact on the economy. Here's what to know.
President-elect Donald Trump's vow to raise tariffs could have Americans paying more for goods, from toys to auto parts, experts say.
Consumer confidence soared in October, signaling that Americans may continue to open their wallets.
With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.
Treasury chief Janet Yellen is warning that tariffs planned by former President Donald Trump will reignite inflation.
The number of Americans moving to high-risk areas from low- and moderate-risk areas has doubled after the pandemic.
Michigan Republican Sen. Jim Runestad is calling for accountability from Child Protective Services after the 2023 death of 5-year-old Ethan Belcher and other cases involving children.
Oakland University police say a stabbing reported on campus Thursday night prompted a lockdown.
Bills that were passed by both the Michigan House and Senate over a year ago are waiting for the Michigan Supreme Court to weigh in after spending months in legal limbo.
A Michigan man was sentenced to 20 to 40 years in prison after he set a Bensalem home on fire with several people inside in 2025, officials said.
Development in Downtown Northville is getting recognition, both on a statewide and national stage.
University police say the suspect, described as a Black man wearing dark clothing, is on the loose.
Wayne County Airport Authority is looking at permanent barrier options at Detroit Metro after a driver crashed a vehicle into the McNamara Terminal.
A Detroit woman has filed a $25 million federal lawsuit against the City of Detroit and one of its police officers.
Another round of snow is headed to Southeast Michigan.
Attorney General Dana Nessel's office said its department has received more than 5,000 emails from the public regarding immigration enforcement activity.
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
Millions of Americans lack access to any type of retirement plan, hampering their ability to save for old age.
Investigators have no proof that the missing mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is still alive but are holding out hope she is "still out there," the sheriff said.
Prosecutors allege that Kyle Wagner, 37, shared social media posts threatening ICE agents.
Sen. Elissa Slotkin of Michigan says she won't sit for an interview with the Justice Department regarding a probe into a video she organized urging U.S. military members to resist "illegal orders."
President Trump said he is directing all federal law enforcement to be at the "complete disposal" of Savannah Guthrie's family as the search continues for her mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
Legionella testing at Oakland County government facilities has detected the bacteria in the water systems of two additional buildings.
When the temperatures plummet, and the snow starts piling up, most of us have the same instinct: retreat indoors, crank up the heat, and get cozy.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan has started to offer vasectomy services in Grand Rapids, with plans to expand the procedure across the state.
Tarik Skubal has won his salary arbitration hearing with the Detroit Tigers, and the two-time Cy Young Award winner will be paid a record $32 million this year instead of the team's $19 million offer.
Ron Teasley, a Detroit native who played for the New York Cubans in the Negro National League, died on Tuesday at age 99.
The Lions fan who was involved in an altercation with Steelers WR DK Metcalf and filed a $100 million lawsuit held a press conference.
The Detroit Curling Club dates back to 1832.
Mickey Lolich, a Detroit Tigers great and 1968 World Series MVP, has died, the Tigers organization confirmed.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
Bills that were passed by both the Michigan House and Senate are waiting for the Michigan Supreme Court to weigh in after spending months in legal limbo.
Development in Downtown Northville is getting recognition, both on a statewide and national stage.
It's been nearly two months since residents at the historic Leland House building in Detroit were displaced.
The Wayne County Airport Authority is looking into permanent barrier options after a driver crashed a vehicle into the McNamara Terminal at Detroit Metro Airport last month.
The Wayne County Airport Authority provided an update on Thursday on its investigation into a driver who crashed a vehicle into the McNamara Terminal at Detroit Metro Airport last month.