Ann Arbor schools threatened by DOJ to revise transgender policy

The DOJ's letter targeting Ann Arbor schools cites comments from school board and trustee officials implying revisions to their transgender policy didn't change the substance: “it doesn't mean we're changing anything. We're trying to be more clever than that.”

'Famous Men' with Julie Buntin
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Julie Buntin is an author and teacher at the University of Michigan. Her bestselling novel, Famous Men, is a gripping story about ambition, parents and children, and all the ways women still pay for men's mistakes. She also has a new book, Notes to New Mothers, where 65 writers and artists capture early motherhood in scenes and revelations: a vulnerable, kaleidoscopic record of postpartum life.

Ypsilanti data center town hall gets heated over University of Michigan, Los Alamos project

There was a heated confrontation in Ypsilanti within the fight against a data center with connections to national defense work and a partnership with the University of Michigan.

University of Michigan board elects new president C. Cybele Raver unanimously

Michigan's board of regents unanimously voted to appoint Raver, who had first been announced as a choice Aug. 18 and will serve as the school's 17th president.

Ann Arbor attempted robbery at a stamp and coin store leads to police search

Police in Ann Arbor are on the hunt for two people who allegedly worked together attempting to rob a stamp and coin store. But an employee fought back, fired a warning shot and scared them off.

Video captures Washtenaw County deputy taking Detroit man to ground during traffic stop

Cellphone video captured a Washtenaw County sheriff’s deputy taking a Detroit man to the ground during an unrelated arrest near an active barricade situation in Ypsilanti Township Friday night.

Deputies slam man on ground after driving through barricade
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Cellphone video captured a Washtenaw County sheriff’s deputy taking a Detroit man to the ground during an unrelated arrest near an active barricade situation in Ypsilanti Township Friday night.

BrightWorks Coworking Silent Book Club
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BrightWorks Coworking is launching a Silent Book Club in Ann Arbor, a welcoming, low-pressure gathering for anyone who enjoys reading. Attendees can bring whatever book they’re currently reading and spend an uninterrupted hour reading, with time before and after to socialize or exchange book recommendations.

Ypsilanti library closed due to bedbug discovery

A statement from the branch said that staff members found evidence of bed bugs this morning.

University of Michigan attorneys file motion to dismiss Paige Shiver lawsuit

Attorneys with the University of Michigan have filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit by a former employee, who sued the college for the release of records amid the Sherrone Moore case.

University of Michigan to drop letter grades for some freshmen in 2027

The University of Michigan Ann Arbor is looking out for their students' mental health. So, they’re doing away with grades for some of them.

15-year-old succumbs to accidental gunshot in Ypsilanti

Authorities said that a 15-year-old boy was found in a house in the 7100 block of Deer Track Drive in Ypsilanti Township, with a gunshot wound that ended up being fatal.

Aidan Hutchinson joins Morgan Wallen for walkout at Michigan Stadium concert

Detroit Lions star Aidan Hutchinson surprised fans by joining Morgan Wallen's signature walkout before the country singer's sold-out concert at Michigan Stadium.

Thousands arrive in Ann Arbor for Morgan Wallen at the Big House

Thousands of country music fans are gathering in Ann Arbor as Michigan Stadium hosts Morgan Wallen today and tomorrow. The sold-out concerts are expected to bring around 150,000 people to the city.