Some progressive Democrats foregrounding faith in inequality fight

Some progressive Democrats foregrounding faith in inequality fight

Trump touted his tariffs in Michigan despite rising costs. Supporters are worried

MILFORD, Mich. (AP) – Flying to a rally at General Motors this week, President Donald Trump declared that “car companies are doing better than they’ve ever done” thanks to his tariffs. “All because of Trump,” he said. It was a message the Republican president repeated while touring a collection of new vehicles.

7 killed and dozens injured following series of weekend shootings in Chicago

CHICAGO (AP) – A spate of shootings in Chicago has led to at least 38 injuries and seven deaths since Friday evening, police say, prompting President Donald Trump to renew his call for a military intervention in the nation’s third-largest city.

Trump claims Iran talks will start Monday, and other Middle East developments

CAIRO (AP) – After calling off a fresh round of strikes against Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that new talks to wind down the war would start Monday, even as Iranian officials claimed their diplomatic efforts were focused on neighboring nations.

Tornado leaves damaged buildings, vehicles and downed trees in Wisconsin

Tornado leaves damaged buildings, vehicles and downed trees in Wisconsin

'Devastating' reports of sexual misconduct at school supported by Epstein

DETROIT (AP) – Two people who attended a prestigious Michigan fine arts school reported conduct of a sexual nature by Jeffrey Epstein, a major donor, according to an investigation that also uncovered dozens of allegations spanning decades against nearly 50 other people.

Illinois governor says troops could be deployed to Chicago

CHICAGO (AP) – The sight of armed, camouflaged and masked Border Patrol agents making arrests near famous downtown Chicago landmarks has amplified concerns about the Trump administration’s growing federal intervention across U.S. cities.

Trump's attacks on mail balloting and concerns over delays turn midterms spotlight on Postal Service

Roughly six weeks before the first midterm ballots are mailed out, the U.S. Postal Service is emerging as a pivotal player in an election season that will determine control of Congress.

Wisconsin Democrats divided over whether democratic socialist can win

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin voter Ian Anderson couldn’t have been happier to cast his ballot Tuesday for democratic socialist Francesca Hong in the swing state’s primary for governor.