Detroit has filed for Chapter 9 bankruptcy protection, making it the largest city in U.S. history to do so.

The Midwest was once the industrial heartland of America — in many towns, local businesses and high schools were completely integrated into the industrial life of the region.

A fight over city jewels brews as the emergency manager of Detroit wants to appraise masterpieces from the Detroit Institute of Arts.

Michigan's new 'right-to-work' law goes into effect, stripping unions in the state of many protections and privileges.

“Pure Michigan” has been a popular tourism slogan. But the state is now using it to attract businesses by touting a new law that curbs union power.

Community college replaces unionized auto factories as landmarks of economic mobility in Flint, Mich.

Residents of Flint reflect on Michigan's move from union stronghold to right-to-work state.

A company in Salt Lake City makes lightweight body armor and armored backpacks with Avengers and Disney logos.

The news of Michigan's 'right-to-work' law has reignited the debate about the role of unions in our country today, so how is the issue playing with the American public?

Unions in Michigan are facing a new reality. They'll have to convince their members to keep paying dues after Republicans passed a law that makes Michigan a right-to-work state. Governor Rick Snyder put his signature on the law.