Wild Acquire Veteran Defenseman Jeff Petry from Panthers
38-year-old Petry reaches 1,000-game milestone in NHL career
Michigan Parts Ways with Alleged Mistress of Fired Football Coach
Study Links Air Pollution to Failed Glaucoma Surgery
Weather
Train Derails in Washtenaw County Near Ann Arbor
More than a dozen train cars went off the tracks, closing several roads in the area.

Hourly Weather Forecast for Downtown Ann Arbor
Latest updates on weather conditions in the area
Gas leak reported in Washtenaw County
Authorities urge people to avoid area near W. Ellsworth and State roads
Lifestyle
HFC Students Invited to optiMize Information Session for Social Impact Projects
Learn how to create passion projects and ventures, gain mentorship, and potentially win up to $10,000 in funding.

Ilana Blumberg Bridges Classroom Divides with Life Writing
The author and professor uses personal narratives to connect students of different backgrounds at Bar Ilan University in Israel.
79 Acres Along Mill Creek to be Preserved in Ann Arbor's First Bluebelt Project
The land will be added to Scio Township's Sloan Preserve through a partnership between the city, township, and county parks department.
Politics
Trump Supporter Denied Service at Smoothie King Speaks Out
Jake Lindemyer believes Smoothie King made the right call in terminating employees who refused to serve him due to his Trump hoodie.

Smoothie King Fires Employees Over Trump Sweatshirt Incident
Two workers dismissed after refusing service to couple over political apparel at Michigan franchise
Smoothie King Employees Fired for Refusing Service to Man in Trump Hoodie
Incident sparks debate over discrimination and political views in customer service
Entertainment
The Ark Hosts Weekend of Storytelling for All Ages
Annual festival features liars' contest, adult storytellers, and family-friendly performances.

Kelly Ripa's Son Joaquin Celebrates 23rd Birthday
The youngest Consuelos child is following in his parents' footsteps with a Broadway debut this year.
University of Michigan Needs Free, Student-Focused Music Tradition
Columnist argues the university should host an annual free concert at the Big House to bring students together.
Sports
Michigan Adds Top USC Recruiting Standout Skylar Phan to Front Office
Phan, a Texas graduate, helped USC sign the top-ranked recruiting class of 2026.

No. 2 Michigan Hockey splits regular-season finale series vs Minnesota
Wolverines lose Thursday, rebound on Senior Night Friday
German Tight End Prospect Drawn to Lions' International Game
Marlin Klein, a Michigan tight end born in Germany, has met with the Detroit Lions and is intrigued by the team's upcoming international game in his home country.