misinformation

In today’s episode, a University of Michigan professor discusses the ways that social media has come to be viewed and debated.

A few weeks ago, Sheriff Chris Swanson told reporters that an investigation into the murder of a man in Fenton had “stalled”. That wasn’t true. There was a suspect, but his whereabouts were unknown.

What is the history of misinformation in the United States and how do we find truth in a sea of falsehoods?

The results from the Michigan GOP caucuses, unwrapping a busy week for the Ottawa County Commissioners, the best advice for living with albinism, and dangers of online disinformation during a Presidential election year.

Legislation to outlaw intentionally lying about election information was introduced in the Michigan Senate Tuesday.

The cherry industry is changing in northern Michigan. We'll hear how local growers who are trying to adapt in order to survive.

On November 23, Twitter stopped enforcing its policy that aimed to prevent Covid-19 misinformation — leaving health communication experts concerned.

Physically and emotionally exhausted from seeing patient after patient die of COVD-19 complications—some after refusing vaccination and medical counsel—Beaumont pulmonologist Dr. Matthew Trunsky took to Facebook to voice his frustrations.

Today on Stateside, Michigan has reached over one million COVID-19 vaccinations. We explore what this milestone means, and the work ahead. Plus, the…

Middle and high schools have been adding courses about how to spot fake news. Older adults also struggle to sort disinformation online, but they have fewer resources tackling the problem.