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The majority of American Christians say homosexuality should be accepted. However, many Christian colleges have policies that state that sexual activity should be reserved for marriage between a man and a woman. Such parameters have a profound effect on how LGBTQ students at these institutions can express themselves. And these policies are putting Christian colleges increasingly at odds with the growing societal pressure to affirm the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community. MLive education reporter Lauren Slagter takes an in-depth look at the issues LGBTQ students face on these campuses. MORE
► What Christian colleges say about LGBTQ issues
► Meet 16 LGBTQ students, alumni working to make changes
► Recent grad: LGBTQ issues not going away

Republican candidates for governor trade jabs at first televised debate

Four Republican gubernatorial candidates took to the stage Wednesday night in Grand Rapids for their first televised debate. Brian Calley, Patrick Colbeck, Jim Hines and Bill Schuette verbally sparred with each other over plenty of issues (the handling of the Flint water crisis, for one), and agreed with each other on a few (no to the legalization of marijuana, and yes to supporting President Donald Trump.) The debate season has only just begun, folks! The primary election is Aug. 7. MORE

Ford suspends all F-150 production after supplier fire

The Ford F-150 has been the best-selling truck in the U.S. for 40 years. But now a supplier fire has accomplished something Ford's competition has been trying to do for decades: halt production of the supremely popular vehicle. Ford expects to deal with some short-term issues, but is confident its inventories are robust enough that sales won't be affected. MORE

Hammon gaining traction as future head coach, what about for Detroit?

The Detroit Pistons are in the market for a new head coach. One of the hottest names in NBA coaching circles is Becky Hammon. Is it that crazy to think the Pistons could make history and hire the first female head coach of a major U.S. sports team? It certainly isn't as kooky as the Lions bringing in Matt Millen. (Hammon actually has coaching experience, whereas Millen never held a role in a team front office.) Speculation is fun, but first things first. The Pistons need a president before focusing on their next coach. Anybody have Chauncey Billups' number? MORE

Time to make your pick for Michigan's Best Mexican restaurant

The number of nominations (1,500!) was staggering. Now, dear readers, it's time to get clicking to do some picking so we can get to some tacos and burritos and tamale licking. Regional polls are up for our search for Michigan's Best Mexican restaurant. There are plenty of choices (300!) to select from. Now, let's get kicking since the clock is ticking so don't be trippin. There will be time for nitpicking... later. MORE