Canada's top diplomat says her country is embracing its growing prominence as a champion of “middle powers” at the U.N. General Assembly.

Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium announced a third whale has died that was rehomed to the facility as part of an international effort to rescue Canada's last captive whales.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is moving to reduce his country's dependence on the United States as President Donald Trump applies tariffs and other economic pressure to the U.S. longtime ally.

Josh Allen and the Bills put on a show in a 41-31 win over the Detroit Lions in the first regular-season game at the team's $2.1 billion Highmark Stadium.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met Britain’s new prime minister, Andy Burnham, for the first time at Everton’s stadium in Liverpool before the two leaders watched the soccer club they both support.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed opening a path for Canada to become the EU’s first associate member.

Small business owners in the United States and Canada say a trade war between their countries is hurting sales while they are also dealing with rising expenses from higher fuel costs.

Whitmer penned a letter to Enbridge Inc.’s CEO calling on the company to begin pursuing alternatives to its plan to replace the aging Line 5 pipeline in the Straits of Mackinac.

The tariffs range from 15% to 50% on products including dairy, steel, appliances, farm equipment, paper goods, and electronics.

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to ban the sale of aircraft from Canada’s Bombardier unless it manufactures planes in the United States.

Hockey families in the U.S. are feeling the pinch from rising equipment costs.

Canadian border patrol officers seized more than $13.8 million-worth of illicit tobacco and nicotine products at land ports of entry across Southern Ontario last month.

Google says it has updated its maps application to rename Lake Ontario as “Lake America” for users in the United States.

The leader of the Seneca Nation in upstate New York is criticizing President Donald Trump’s decision to rename Lake Ontario as “Lake America,” saying it violates a more than 225-year-old treaty and shows a “blatant disrespect” for the Indigenous people who gave it its name in the first place.

The fledgling Northern Super League has been boosted in its second year by investment and expansion plans as the women’s game in Canada grows.

An escalating trade fight between the United States and Canada could drive up prices for Michigan consumers, disrupt the state’s auto industry, and weaken North America’s ability to compete with China, Detroit Regional Chamber President and CEO Sandy Baruah said Wednesday.

Canadian military spending is surging, with companies expanding into defense contracting.

President Trump said he's considering renaming Lake Ontario to “Lake America,” but can he?

President Donald Trump insists he's trying to level the playing field with Canada through more tariffs.

Michigan businesses are watching the escalating trade fight between the United States and Canada as new tariffs take effect and President Donald Trump threatens additional increases.

President Donald Trump says he is delaying the 50% U.S. tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian imports after the two countries reached a last-minute deal hours before the sanctions were to go into effect.

The United States successfully defends the men’s title at the flag football world championships but loses the women’s title to Canada.

A new study calculates that human-caused climate change doubled the likelihood of the tinderbox weather conditions that sparked Canada’s massive summer wildfires.

We’re taking a look back at 2023, when we had an inside look at the progress of the construction of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, connecting Detroit and Canada.

Traffic is flowing across a new bridge over the Detroit River that will serve as a critical route for trade and tourism between Canada and the U.S. The bridge is named for Gordie Howe, a native of Canada who famously played hockey for the Detroit Red Wings.

After years of construction and several delays, the Gordie Howe International Bridge is expected to officially open to vehicle traffic Monday at noon, marking a major milestone for cross-border travel and trade between Canada and the United States.

Thousands gathered in Windsor to celebrate the completion of the Gordie Howe International Bridge.

Canadian officials are celebrating a new U.S.-Canada bridge over the Detroit River.

The U.S. threat of 50% tariffs on Canadian goods could impact the economy, but experts suggest it might be a negotiation tactic.

The World Cup produced hundreds of spectacular moments and The Associated Press covered all 104 games over 39 days in the United States, Canada and Mexico from every angle.

The Gordie Howe bridge, named after a Canadian Red Wings player, is set to open on July 27.

A statewide Air Quality Alert continues today. Southeast Michigan remains under a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) for severe weather tonight into early Tuesday morning. The greatest potential for severe storms is expected between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m.

A statewide Air Quality Alert remains in effect today as another round of Canadian wildfire smoke continues to drift across Michigan. While hazy skies will persist across Southeast Michigan through much of the day, forecast models indicate smoke concentrations should gradually decrease by this evening and tonight.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is pushing back after President Donald Trump accused Canada of failing to properly manage its forests, calling it a “shame” that some American officials are blaming Canada for wildfire smoke.

Canadian Wildfires have pushed hazardous air conditions towards Michigan, for those at risk, smoke can be dangerous for eye health.

Festa Italiana continued at Freedom Hill County Park in Sterling Heights despite hazardous air quality across southeast Michigan caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires.

Crowds turned out Friday for the Thunder Over Michigan air show at Willow Run Airport despite hazardous air quality caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires.

Canadian wildfires have pushed hazardous air conditions towards Michigan, that smoke can carry partials dangerous for eye health.

Over the last 48 hours, that thick layer of Canadian wildfire smoke has made breathing difficult for people across the area, both outdoors and in their homes.

Millions of people in the Great Lakes, Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states are muddling through another day of unhealthy air from uncontrolled wildfires in Minnesota and Canada.

Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield, Chief Public Health Officer Ali Abazeed, and other city officials will hold a press conference to address the ongoing health risks from Canadian wildfire smoke impacting the region.

The Air Quality Alert remains in effect today as dense Canadian wildfire smoke continues to create Very Unhealthy to Hazardous air quality conditions across Metro Detroit and much of Southeast Michigan.

A smoky haze hovered over Ford Lake on Thursday, bringing an unusual calm to Ford Lake Park in Ypsilanti Township, a venue that should have been packed with spectators and competitors for Row Fest 2026.

Canadian Wildfire has pushed hazardous air quality towards Detroit, that smoke can be dangerous for eye health.

The Oakland County Clerk and Register of Deeds offices are closing early on Thursday due to the hazardous air quality conditions.

Here is a look at how some Michigan landmarks look covered in hazardous air.

The American Heart Association(AHA) warns smoke exposure from the Canadian wildfires heart problems or worsen existing ones.

Air Quality Alert continues through Friday for all of Southeastern Michigan

Local 4 has received numerous complaints regarding auto employees working under hazardous air quality conditions.

The Third Judicial Circuit of Michigan is closed to the public on Thursday and Friday due to hazardous air quality conditions from the Canadian wildfire smoke.

Detroit has been ranked as having the worst air quality in the world on Thursday after Canadian wildfire smoke blanketed Michigan.

Smoke from the Canadian wildfires is blanketing Michigan on Thursday.

Planet Fitness will be opening their doors at over 115 locations for free for anyone with or without membership needing indoor exercise access amid unhealthy air quality alerts.

After Canadian wildfires, smoke is impacting air quality in Michigan.

Greenfield Village announced it will be closed on Thursday as a result of the hazardous air quality stemming from ongoing wildfires in Canada.

An air quality alert remains in effect for all of Michigan on Thursday and is likely to continue through Friday.

How can you stay safe when the air is bad and the heat can be deadly?

Canadian wildfire smoke is drifting into Michigan, prompting state officials to issue a statewide air quality alert through at least Thursday and possibly longer.

A Heat Advisory remains in effect until 8 p.m. Wednesday, with afternoon temperatures climbing into the mid- to upper 90s and heat index values reaching 100 to 106 degrees. By Wednesday evening, another concern arrives as smoke from Canadian wildfires spreads into the region, prompting a statewide Air Quality Alert.

In a news release published late Friday, the Canadian government confirmed the bridge will open on July 27, with support from the U.S. government.

A completed bridge linking Detroit and Canada is expected to open by the end of the month after a dispute delayed its debut.

Authorities have charged the leader of an Indian criminal group in connection with the assassination of a prominent Sikh leader in Canada.

The North American trade pact that President Donald Trump negotiated and boasted about in his first term is up for renewal.

The North American trade pact that President Donald Trump negotiated and boasted about in his first term is up for renewal.

Chinese dissident Dong Guangping has finally reached Canada after a perilous escape from China.

A Chinese political dissident who fled to South Korea last month in a dinghy has arrived in Canada.

World Cup tickets, flights and hotel rooms are expensive.

Australia and Canada have signed a $1.75 billion export agreement to build an Australian-designed long-range radar system in Canada.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will leave the G7 summit without a formal meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump as the free trade agreement between the countries faces an uncertain future.

Rising star Victoria Mboko says she will miss Wimbledon because of a knee injury sustained during a match this week at Queen’s Club.

Former U.S. Ambassador to Canada and former Michigan Gov. Jim Blanchard is calling the Gordie Howe International Bridge the most important infrastructure project in North America as the long-awaited Detroit-to-Windsor span nears its opening.

Serena Williams’ doubles campaign at Queen’s Club could be over after one match.

Former Canada Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland is writing a book about her nation's tense relationship with the United States.

Serena Williams will make her return to professional tennis playing doubles alongside a partner who is 25 years younger.

The Canadian government says travelers from Ebola-affected regions will be required to self-isolate for 21 days, while immigration authorities are temporarily suspending decisions on applications from Congo, South Sudan and Uganda.

Canada's federal broadcast regulator is requiring large online streaming services to contribute 15% of their Canadian revenues to Canadian content.

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens is pushing back as the long-anticipated opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge remains entangled in a broader dispute between the United States and Canada.

The U.S. says it's pausing participation on a joint board with Canada for continental defense that dates to World War II.

Most of us don’t think too hard about where our grandparents came from, but for millions of Americans and tens of thousands of Michiganders, that family history could be worth a second passport.

The gunman who opened fire on tourists at Mexico’s iconic Teotihuacan pyramids carried materials that were apparently related to the deadly 1999 shooting at Columbine High School.

Mexico's government says a Canadian tourist has been killed and 13 other people injured when a man with a gun opened fire at the Teotihuacan pyramids.

The new space movie “Project Hail Mary” starring Ryan Gosling is getting rave reviews more than halfway to the moon.

Every day more than $4 billion worth of goods cross the United States’ borders with Canada and Mexico – U.S. auto parts headed for car factories in northern Mexico, cartons of Mexican avocados bound for California supermarkets, Canadian aluminum destined to become cans of Campbell Soup.

Three weeks after the United States beat Canada in the Olympic hockey finals, the Americans overcame their neighbors again to win Paralympic gold and complete the sweep at Milan Cortina.

India and Canada have agreed to strengthen their economic partnership, in a move aimed at boosting ties after two years of strained relationship.

Detroit keeps showing up for pro women’s hockey -- and the PWHL is returning the favor. On March 28, the New York Sirens and Montreal Victoire will bring a neutral-site matchup to Little Caesars Arena.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting India to reset strained ties and push deeper trade cooperation with New Delhi.

The Vegas Golden Knights were without five players from the Olympic gold medal-game Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Kings in the NHL’s return from a three-week break.

Canadian regulators have approved Gulfstream G700 and G800 business jets in a move that comes weeks after new tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump over the planes’ status in Canada.

Jack Hughes lost some teeth before he won Olympic gold for the U.S. The forward who put the puck in the net in overtime to give the Americans a 2-1 victory over Canada in the men’s hockey final Sunday did so with a bloody mouth and less of a bite than he began the game with.

Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo rewrites Winter Olympics history with a perfect sweep in men’s cross-country skiing.

In a storybook finish at the 2026 Winter Olympics, it was Farmington native Megan Keller who delivered the golden goal, lifting the U.S. women’s hockey team to a 2-1 victory over its fiercest rival and securing just the third Olympic gold medal in program history.

Sidney Crosby has been Canada's captain in international hockey tournaments for more than a decade.

Canadian bobsledder Shaquille Anfernee Murray-Lawrence was named after two basketball stars.

World Curling is backpedaling from an earlier decision to ramp up officiating at the Winter Olympics after controversy over whether curlers are breaking the rules.

China is letting British and Canadian citizens enter without a visa as it tries to boost tourism and business.

The families of the victims of the mass shooting in a remote Canadian town are grappling with unrelenting grief as details emerge about those killed in the country’s deadliest mass shooting in years.

It was a day marked by a comeback and controversy at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

The Canadian Olympic Committee said it is “heartbroken” by a school shooting in British Columbia that left at least seven people dead and many others wounded.

Plymouth native Kirsten Simms helped Team USA secure a dominant 5-0 victory over Canada in a heavyweight Olympic ice hockey showdown.