Wyandotte school board trustee resigns over "dogs or Muslims" social media post
Cindy Kinney resigned from the Wyandotte Public Schools Board of Education amid controversy over a "dogs or Muslims" social media post.
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Suspect accused of trying to run over Huron Twp. officer, ram police vehicles
Three Huron Township Police Department officers were injured in a pursuit that ran along the service drive at Carleton Farms Landfill.
Great Lakes Water Authority to invoke higher water, sewerage wholesale rates
Great Lakes Water Authority, which manages water and sanitary sewer service in Metro Detroit, has announced wholesale utility rate increases.
Ford recalls 4.4 million vehicles over faulty software
Ford said a tech glitch can increase the risk of a crash for vehicles towing a trailer. Here's what to look for.
Pedestrian struck, killed, by vehicles on I-75 in Oakland County
I-75 near Big Beaver Road was closed for several hours Wednesday night as Troy Police investigated a pedestrian fatality.
Rideshare driver charged in Detroit crash that killed North Carolina couple
The driver of a Lyft rideshare vehicle is facing multiple felony charges after a crash on Detroit's west side left two people dead.
Sinkhole forms on Detroit's west side, damages truck that tried to drive through
A truck became stuck in a sinkhole that formed on Wednesday near Orangelawn Street and Chatham Street in Detroit.
Mourners pay respects to Rev. Jesse Jackson as memorial services begin
Thousands turned out on Thursday to honor the late Rev. Jesse Jackson as his casket lay in repose at Rainbow PUSH Headquarters, in the first of a series of memorial services over the next several days.
Boil water alert continues for New Haven residents affected by water main break
New Haven schools are resuming classes Thursday, with alternate arrangements in the works for lunch service, as a boil water advisory continues in the area.
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Furry Friday: Meet Pomni the cat and Professor Gooby the dog
Michigan Humane presents two of the animals that are available for adoption at its Metro Detroit shelter. They are Pomni the cat and Professor Gooby the dog.
Little Liberia opening on Detroit's east side
After operating for several years as a pop-up, Little Liberia is celebrating a grand opening in Detroit's east side. Chef Amenah Marhaba presents some of the dishes that will be on the menu.
Lenten food ideas from Busch's Fresh Food Market
Chef Russell Palmer from Busch's Fresh Food Market, a supermarket chain in Southeast Michigan, relates some of the options for seafood and meatless meals for Lenten menus.
New ramp closures to begin at I-696/I-75; Kamala Harris to speak in Detroit; other stories
New ramp closures are set to begin at I-696/I-75. Former vice president Kamala Harris will speak in Detroit. Those headlines, other top stories and weather are in our news brief.
Bill Clinton scheduled to testify in Jeffrey Epstein case
Former President Bill Clinton will appear before the House Oversight Committee in New York on Friday as part of its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News has this report.
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Michigan Matters: Detroit mayoral candidate Solomon Kinloch Jr. on the issues
Kinloch talked about helping neighborhoods, and he talked about improving education and DPSCD.
Michigan Matters: The Canadian Consul General and two mayors
Canadian Consul General Colin Bird talks about the importance of $60 billion-plus in annual two-way trade between his country and Michigan.
Michigan Matters: Going one on one with Bedrock's Jared Fleisher
Jared Fleisher, president of Bedrock, appears on Michigan Matters with an update on the company's goings-on
Michigan Matters: Mary Sheffield on the issues, plus a roundtable on federal government shutdown and politics
Detroit Mayoral Candidate Mary Sheffield was asked about a bevy of issues on this week's Michigan Matters.
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1890s short, thought lost, found in Michigan among decaying movie reels
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, paving way for Paramount Skydance
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame unveils "diverse list" of 2026 nominees
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
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Team USA captures record-breaking 12th gold medal at Winter Games
Team USA added another gold medal to its tally on Sunday, when the U.S. men's hockey team beat Team Canada.
U.S. men's hockey team crushes Slovakia, will face Canada in gold medal game
The U.S. men's hockey team will face Canada on Sunday for the gold medal. The U.S. men have not won gold in the Olympics since the "Miracle on Ice" team in 1980.
Cade Cunningham puts on a show, leads Pistons over Knicks
Cade Cunningham had 42 points and 13 assists to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 126-111 win over the New York Knicks on Thursday night.
Megan Keller becomes hero for Team USA at 2026 Olympics
Team USA won the gold medal in dramatic fashion on Thursday, and it was Megan Keller who became the women's hockey hero at the 2026 Olympics.
Team USA wins Olympic gold over Canada in women's hockey overtime thriller
This was the seventh gold medal match — and fifth in a row — between the two hockey powerhouses.
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Woman hospitalized, dog died, in aftermath of house fire in Detroit
Detroit Fire Department responded to a house fire on Friday morning along Pinehurst Street near Six Mile Road.
Michigan parents say they were blindsided after child care program closure
Parents in Bloomfield Hills are speaking out after an abrupt school board decision was made to close a child care program in the district at the end of the school year.
2 people, multiple dogs, dead as a result of house fire in Flint area
Authorities are investigating a fire that killed two people and their dogs Thursday morning in Genesee County's Fenton Township.
Michigan Republican lawmakers propose vaccination rights bills
There are a few steps to get an exemption for a required vaccine here in Michigan and a group of Republican lawmakers want to make sure it doesn't get any more difficult in the future.
PGA Tour may revamp schedule. What does that mean for Rocket Classic?
Comments by golf legend Tiger Woods over the future PGA schedule are raising questions about how the Rocket Classic in Detroit fits in.
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Stellantis will not issue profit-sharing checks to UAW members for 2025 calendar year
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Ford worker will keep his job after heated exchange with Trump
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
GM hourly workers to get lower profit-sharing payouts this year
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
How the freeze-thaw cycle produces Michigan's pothole problem
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
Michigan gas prices drop 10 cents from last week, AAA says
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
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1890s short, thought lost, found in Michigan among decaying movie reels
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, paving way for Paramount Skydance
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame unveils "diverse list" of 2026 nominees
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow cancels more concerts amid recovery after cancer surgery
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi reveals she has cervical cancer
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
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1890s short, thought lost, found in Michigan among decaying movie reels
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Bill Clinton at Epstein deposition: "I saw nothing, and I did nothing wrong"
Former President Bill Clinton denied any knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes in an opening statement before the House Oversight Committee in New York.
Novartis settles suit over use of woman's "stolen" cells to advance medicine
Novartis has settled a suit by Henrietta Lacks' estate alleging the pharmaceutical giant unjustly profited off cells were taken from her tumor without her knowledge in 1951.
Pentagon shoots down Customs and Border Protection drone in Texas, officials say
The Defense Department on Wednesday shot down a U.S. Customs and Border Protection drone in southwest Texas, federal officials confirmed to CBS News.
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Michigan Republican lawmakers propose vaccination rights bills
There are a few steps to get an exemption for a required vaccine here in Michigan and a group of Republican lawmakers want to make sure it doesn't get any more difficult in the future.
Michigan wants schools ready for cardiac emergencies, but fails to provide funds
Michigan lawmakers required schools to adopt a cardiac emergency response plan for the current school year if the Legislature appropriated "sufficient funds," but funding wasn't dedicated in the education budget.
Food poisoning leads to Michigan boy's organ failure
What started as food poisoning for a young boy in Clinton Township turned into years of organ failure.
Rx Kids provides cash directly to new and expecting mothers in Detroit
Officials announced eligibility for mothers and babies in the city of Detroit.
Michigan bill proposes 32% tax on internet-enabled devices purchased for minors
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
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PGA Tour may revamp schedule. What does that mean for Rocket Classic?
Comments by golf legend Tiger Woods over the future PGA schedule are raising questions about how the Rocket Classic in Detroit fits in.
Terrion Arnold named in Florida court order connected to robbery, kidnapping case
No charges have been filed against Arnold, who was a 2024 first-round NFL draft pick.
Pistons beat Thunder 124-116 as Duren, Cunningham score 29 each
The Detroit Pistons faced a shell of the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night in a possible NBA Finals preview.
Verlander, Valdez will get final payments of $31 million deferred money from Tigers in 2039
Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez will receive the final payments from their new contracts with the Detroit Tigers in 2039, with the team deferring $31 million of the $128 million it committed to the pitchers.
Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker plans to return for 11th season
Detroit Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker has decided to return for an 11th season.
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Michigan Matters: Penske's Freedom 250 Grand Prix and Mitch Albom on the Motor City
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Michigan Matters goes one-on-one with boxer Claressa Shields
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
Michigan Matters: Standing out during Sunday's Super Bowl, and helping Metro Detroit immigrants
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Michigan Matters: A new entertainment and sales tax for Detroit?
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
Michigan Matters: Dissecting Detroit Auto Show, EVs and road ahead for ONE
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
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Michigan woman creates crochet dolls for NICU babies
A Michigan mother is using her love of crocheting to help comfort premature babies and their parents.
Parishoners come together for Friday Fish Fry at Our Lady of the Scapular Church in Wyandotte
Catholics and other Christian denominations around the world are observing Lent. With that comes the Friday Fish Fry until Easter weekend. This week, we checked in with Our Lady of the Scapular Church in Wyandotte, Michigan. CBS News Detroit talked with a few parishioners.
Founder of Mimi's Mission talks giving back to families
Catholics and other Christian denominations around the world are observing Lent. With that comes the Friday Fish Fry until Easter weekend. This week, we checked in with Our Lady of the Scapular Church in Wyandotte, Michigan, where one woman showcased Easter baskets she made for children.
Michigan woman talks making baskets for children ahead of Easter
Catholics and other Christian denominations around the world are observing Lent. With that comes the Friday Fish Fry until Easter weekend. This week, we checked in with Our Lady of Scapular Church in Wyandotte, Michigan, where one woman showcased Easter baskets she made for children.
Charges dropped against Chinese national in smuggling case
China's government intervened and helped get charges dropped against three Chinese scientists at the University of Michigan who were accused of helping a colleague smuggle biological materials into the U.S., defense lawyers said.