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Michigan voters may make a big difference in the presidential election. Here's what we know about candidate plans for the economy, abortion, immigration, Ukraine, Gaza and other issues you care about.

A Russian court has sentenced a 72-year-old Michigan man to nearly seven years in prison for allegedly fighting as a mercenary in Ukraine.

On today’s show, Michigander Paul Whelan visits Washington after his release from Russian prison.Then, chef Franchesca Lamarre on bringing a taste of Haiti to Detroit. And, what voters across the state are thinking about as the November election approaches.

We explore details of the historic exchange that allowed the U.S. to welcome home Michigander Paul Whelan from a Russian prison.

Today, details of the historic exchange that allowed the U.S. to welcome home Michigander Paul Whelan from a Russian prison. Then, the founder of The Sphinx Organization reflects on the ways music-making helped him construct a sense of identity. Plus, Beaver Island State Wildlife Research Area celebrates its status as an international dark sky sanctuary.

A prisoner swap between USA and Russia is underway. The Americans considered by the U.S. to be wrongfully detained include WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich and Michigan native Paul Whelan.

The University of Michigan has declined protesters’ calls to divest its endowment from companies with ties to Israel’s war in Gaza. Here’s when U of M has divested in the past, and why.

A conversation with the United States Ambassador to Ukraine, a new dark comedy TV series called "Diarra from Detroit," and conservation efforts happening at one of Michigan’s most important wetlands.

The Russian government claims that Whelan, a Michigan resident, was a spy. His family and the U.S. government flatly deny that, and say Whelan is a political prisoner.

The President made the promise during a news conference announcing the release of WNBA star Brittney Griner.