How far does a paycheck go in Minneapolis?

How much money does living wages take out of your total earnings in the Midwest's largest cities?

Minnesota water tower a favorite to win 'Tank of the Year'

The 2026 People's Choice Tank of the Year contest is open for voting and several Midwest water towers have been nominated.

Margaret Hamilton, Apollo program pioneer and Midwest native, dies at 90

Margaret Hamilton, a pioneer in computer engineering as well as space technology, has died at age 90. Her history includes her Midwestern roots before she moved to Boston.

Which Midwest states are the hardest working, and which aren't?

A new report from WalletHub found that some Midwest states may not be as hard-working as others, with some states finishing at the very bottom.

Michigan nurse accused of breaking bones and bruising premature infant at children's hospital

A nurse is accused of beating a prematurely born 4-month-old baby girl at a Michigan hospital, leaving the infant with broken bones and bruises, including injuries to her tongue, according to reports.

Ranking adult literacy rates across the Midwest

The U.S. is facing a growing literacy crisis and some states are faring better than others. Here are where the Midwest states rank for their literacy levels.

Best time to see fall colors in the Midwest: Maps

Fall is quickly approaching — as are fall colors! See when foliage is coming to your state.

2026 Arts, Beats & Eats: What to know

The Arts, Beats & Eats festival is returning to Royal Oak this Labor Day Weekend. We have everything you need to know about planning your festival attendance here.

Massive cocaine bust at Blue Water Bridge

Canadian authorities seized hundreds of pounds of cocaine entering Ontario from Michigan at the Blue Water Bridge.

Childhood vaccination rates continue to fall, including in the Midwest

Childhood vaccination rates have again fallen, with many Midwest states' rates dropping below the national average and non-medical exemptions for vaccinations continuing to rise.

6 people found dead in Northern Michigan: What we know

Authorities made a statement on the ongoing investigation into six deaths in northern Michigan on Friday. Here's what we know so far.

Partial solar eclipse may be visible in the Midwest Wednesday

A solar eclipse is set to darken skies across the world Wednesday. In the Midwest, a partial eclipse may be visible.

Service members in Michigan for military training exercise
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Thousands of service members from across the country and around the world are in Michigan this week. They're training together in one of the nation's largest military exercises. FOX's Olivianna Calmes has more.

Michigan primary results: How the progressive candidates did

Michigan’s primary results are in, and the three progressive candidates backed by Sen. Bernie Sanders all won their respective races Tuesday night.

Political world watching Michigan Democratic Senate primary
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Tuesday night, all eyes in the political world are on Michigan, where a high stakes Democratic Senate primary could help determine the direction of the party, and its chances of winning back control of the U.S. Senate. FOX's Olivianna Calmes has more.