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Granholm, husband to attend state dinner at White House

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:27:00 EST

Lansing -- Gov. Jennifer Granholm and her husband, Dan Mulhern, have landed an invitation to what is being billed as Washington's hottest social event since President Barack Obama's inauguration.

Asian carp may have breached Great Lakes barrier

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:27:00 EST

Federal officials say DNA evidence shows the aggressive Asian carp may have breached the electronic barrier designed to prevent it from invading the Great Lakes.

Charles Woodson: Fans need to be patient with Rodriguez

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:52:00 EST

Woodson, a cornerback, punt returner and part-time receiver for the Wolverines, won the Heisman in 1997, the same year U-M beat Ohio State 20-14 and won the national championship.

Sheriff's department to help in Bloomfield Twp. Taser case

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:57:00 EST

Detectives and accident experts with the Oakland County Sheriff's department are investigating today the police pursuit of a driver in Oakland County who was Tasered by officers and later died.

Chrysler incentives include 0% financing, cash back

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:52:00 EST

Chrysler Group LLC today announced new incentives for the holiday season in a bid to drive consumers into its showrooms.

Opel head: Company must shrink capacity up to 25%

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:12:00 EST

GM's troubled German carmaker Adam Opel GmbH needs to reduce its production capacity across Europe by as much as 25 percent, the new head of Opel said Friday.

Bing talks jobs with mayors of Dearborn, Southfield

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:27:00 EST

Dearborn --The mayors of Detroit, Southfield and Dearborn today said they're working hard to attract new industries and development, and improve education, despite the economy.

Lions Julian Peterson, Brandon Pettigrew fined for hits

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:57:00 EST

Peterson, a linebacker, was fined $7,500 for a hit on Vikings backup quarterback Tarvaris Jackson. Pettigrew, a tight end was fined $5,000 for a late hit on linebacker Chad Greenway.

Review: Rihanna gets dark and personal on 'Rated R'

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:22:00 EST

Think of it as "Good Girl Gone Really Bad." The Rihanna of "Rated R" is dramatically different from the shimmery pop queen whose 2007 smash "Good Girl Gone Bad" churned out an astonishing eight singles.

Oprah says prayer, consideration influenced exit

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:12:00 EST

Oprah Winfrey says her powerhouse daytime television show will end its run in 2011 after 25 seasons on the air. Winfrey said Friday that her decision to end "The Oprah Winfrey Show" came "after much prayer and careful thought."

Nolan Finley: Finley: Is Obama out to torpedo Cherry?

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

The 2010 gubernatorial election may test whether Kwame Kilpatrick or Jennifer Granholm is the most toxic name in Michigan politics.

Editorial: Before rushing through a health care bill, Senate should get answers to serious concerns about measure

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

If abortion is the only issue that gets a full public airing in the hurry-up Senate health care bill, as was the case in the House, it will be a grave disservice to good policy-making.

GM creditors may recover some lost funds

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

Unsecured creditors who lost billions when General Motors Corp. filed bankruptcy last summer could get a rare windfall Tuesday if a judge approves a nearly $1.9 million settlement.

Laura Berman: Palin wins by quitting while Granholm can't win for trying

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

As Gov. Jennifer Granholm made her way around the state last week, trying to tap political support for the broken Michigan Promise scholarships and her own education initiative, the state spotlight was shining more brightly on another female governor.

Obama trumpets Asia trip as boost to U.S. economy

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

Washington -- President Barack Obama's eight-day trip to Asia produced no tangible wins for the United States, though he is citing talks with Asian allies that he says could help create thousands of job and open new markets for American goods in the future.

Biden says Senate handed Obama a big victory

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

Des Moines, Iowa -- Vice President Joe Biden told Iowa Democrats on Saturday that the Senate handed the president a big victory with its decision to move forward with debate on sweeping legislation to overhaul the nation's health care system.

Sept. 11 suspect seeking a trial, and a platform

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

The five men the Justice Department has said will be charged in the attacks of Sept. 11 intend to plead not guilty so they can express their political and religious views during a trial, the lawyer for one of the men said on Saturday.

Does exercising while pregnant put the baby at risk?

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

For women who are avid exercisers, pregnancy can present a challenge in terms of making necessary modifications to ensure baby's safety. Lisa Druxman, who specializes in pre- and postnatal fitness, says that pregnant athletes don't have to completely overhaul their normal routine, as medical guidelines for exercise are now much less conservative than in years past.

Letters

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

Cut salaries, not jobs; Cuts hurt communities; Give film aid to schools

Tom Greenwood: Chilly Thanksgiving awaits Michigan travelers

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:17:00 EST

An estimated 1.7 million Michiganians will travel this week for Thanksgiving -- about the same number that AAA of Michigan estimated for last year.