Trump threatens military force against protesters nationwide

WASHINGTON (AP) — Wielding extraordinary federal authority, President Donald Trump threatened the nation’s governors on Monday that he would deploy the military to states if they did not stamp out violent protests over police brutality that have roiled the nation over the past week. His announcement...

The Latest: US Marines arrive in Australia despite pandemic

The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. COVID-19 causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death. TOP OF THE HOUR: — US Marines arrive in Australia despite pandemic border closures...

Michigan Democratic chair: Trump supporters are racist

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — The chairwoman of Michigan's Democratic Party said people who support President Donald Trump are racist, saying she will not remain silent because “uncomfortable” conversations must occur amid protests over police killings of George Floyd and other black people. Lavora...

Whitmer lifts stay-at-home order, keeps some places closed

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer lifted Michigan's nearly 10-week coronavirus stay-at-home order Monday, letting restaurants reopen to dine-in customers next week and immediately easing limits on outdoor gatherings while keeping social-distancing rules intact. The governor moved regions...

Use of force criticized in protests about police brutality

As protests grip the nation, officers have doused crowds with pepper spray, struck protesters with batons, steered police cars into throngs, shoved demonstrators and screamed curses. Some police action has been directed against people smashing windows, breaking into stores and burning cars, but many find other...

Detroit avoids violence; Grand Rapids chief meets protesters

DETROIT (AP) — The mayor of Detroit praised police, residents and clergy Monday for preventing the violence that has marred other cities during protests over police abuses and the death of George Floyd. “We decided before we turn to the National Guard we're going to turn to each other,” Mayor...

Ka-ching! Michigan lifting ban on can, bottle returns

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Load up the trunks! Michigan residents burdened for weeks with bottles and cans can return them again to stores, starting June 15. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer had suspended the returns because of the coronavirus. As a result, bottles and cans with 10-cent deposits have been piling up in...

Black businesses hit hard by COVID-19 fight to stay afloat

Detroit (AP) — Stephanie Byrd agonized over temporarily laying off nearly the entire staff at her family’s trio of Detroit businesses when the coronavirus pandemic hit. But she's not just concerned about the impact on their bottom line. She's worried other black-owned businesses will struggle to...

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer lifts Michigan's stay-at-home order and says restaurants can reopen for dine-in service next week

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer lifts Michigan's stay-at-home order and says restaurants can reopen for dine-in service next week.

Congress demands answers on Michigan's Edenville Dam failure

MIDLAND, Mich. (AP) — A U.S. House committee is investigating the failure of a Michigan dam, giving the state two weeks to respond to a series of detailed questions about inspections and oversight. The House Energy and Commerce Committee sent a similar letter to a federal agency that had oversight of the...