Shoppers Feeling The Rush To Finish Christmas Gift Buying
Many people were shopping for that "it" toy in metro Detroit this weekend.
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Many people were shopping for that "it" toy in metro Detroit this weekend.
The final week may make or break the holiday but merchants this year feel optimistic and there is still plenty of inventory.
It's peak time not just at area stores and shopping malls -- but for one local travel agency.
A public relations firm in Novi, Shazaaam Public Relations, is celebrating its 10 year anniversary in a unique way.
Nearly six in 10 holiday shoppers say they plan to take advantage of retailers' sales and discounts to make additional non-gift purchases for themselves and their families during the holiday season.
A group representing Michigan retailers says a survey has found a significant increase in credit card sales among its members so far.
Amid the holiday shopping in Allen Park, protestors -- both Christian and Muslim -- gathered to picket Lowe's over the company's decision to pull ads from a Muslim reality show.
Dave Lorenz of Travel Michigan said they believe this could be a big year for winter tourism in the state.
Wrapping your holiday presents can feel sometimes like a labor of love. So, WWJ's Kathryn Larson discovered a local "wrapping" company that can do the wrapping for you.
After a short-lived dip in airfares for Christmas and the winter holidays, priceline.com reported that the average retail holiday airfare is now $473, or 14 percent higher than at this time last year.
A coalition of Christian, Muslim and civil rights groups said it's planning a demonstration Saturday outside a suburban Detroit Lowe's store to protest the home improvement chain's decision to pull ads from a reality TV show about U.S. Muslims.
Tis the season for giving, but what happens if the gift you have given or received needs to be returned or exchanged?
DeVos appeared on WWJ-TV CBS Detroit's show "Michigan Matters" talking about how our state needs to break its cycle of relying on big business and monolithic ways of doing things.
A local artist is trying to keep the tradition of the old Towne Club pop alive by making candles.
President Obama's former car czar Steven Rattner,says the government should hang on to its stake in General Motors, even if it's not the politically expedient thing to do.
Federal authorities say a federal fraud investigation that dates back several years has led to a man added to the FBI Most Wanted Fraudsters List.
The Michigan attorney general's office charged six people with election law violations, alleging that five voted while not being U.S. citizens and alleging that a sixth registered a non-citizen spouse to vote.
John James, who won the Republican primary on Aug. 4 for the Michigan gubernatorial seat, has named his running mate.
A 25-year-old Detroit man was sentenced to 5 to 20 years for his role in a prolific auto theft ring, according to Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.
Luigi Mangione, accused in the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is in discussions about a possible plea deal on federal charges, sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Dodge unveiled the return of the Super Bee on Thursday during a media preview for Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.
As a special Goodyear Auto Service Center, the store will display the company's products, technology and heritage.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A 23-year-old man who pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise in connection with a Metro Detroit vehicle theft operation that Michigan officials called "prolific" has been sentenced, according to online court records.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
A major weekend in Ann Arbor as fans gear up to see country music star Morgan Wallen take over the University of Michigan Big House stadium on Friday and Saturday.
Luigi Mangione, accused in the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is in discussions about a possible plea deal on federal charges, sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
Going on GLP-1 drugs significantly boosted unemployed women's chances of finding a job, according to a Harvard economist.
Muddy floodwaters seeped into the homes of Indiana and Ohio residents this week, as severe storms struck the Midwest. Now, some areas are bracing for even more rain.
Hershey said the Halloween-shaped candy, which had sparked a lawsuit over the product's lack of detail, will return in its familiar oval shape.
Jo Adell homered and Angel Martínez had three hits as the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Detroit Tigers 6-4 to snap a three-game skid.
An additional 35 Michigan residents have required hospital care for cyclosporiasis as an outbreak continues to be tracked, state health officials said on Thursday.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The fungus can live on surfaces, move from person to person and, in some cases, resist the drugs used to treat it. For people who are already sick, the fungus can become life-threatening and, in some cases, fatal.
State and federal health officials say cyclosporiasis cases are slowing down, and contaminated lettuce is no longer on the market.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says it has counted 12,218 cyclosporiasis cases in the state as of Aug. 5.
Jo Adell homered and Angel Martínez had three hits as the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Detroit Tigers 6-4 to snap a three-game skid.
Kevin McGonigle drove in three runs, Drew Anderson tossed four innings of one-run ball in his fourth start of the year, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-4.
The Detroit Lions will be without starting center Cade Mays for a "significant" amount of time after the free agent addition suffered a wrist injury.
Hao-Yu Lee drove in the go-ahead run in the 10th inning with a pinch-hit single and the Detroit Tigers beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 in the rubber game of their series.
The Detroit Lions are signing veteran quarterback Josh Dobbs, according to NFL media. The move comes after the team placed QB Teddy Bridgewater on the reserved/retired list on Sunday.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
An additional 35 Michigan residents have required hospital care for cyclosporiasis as an outbreak continues to be tracked, state health officials said on Thursday.
Muddy floodwaters seeped into the homes of Indiana and Ohio residents this week, as severe storms struck the Midwest.
A single ticket sold in Illinois won the biggest Powerball jackpot of the year, $1.04 billion, in Wednesday night's drawing.
A motorcycle rider died in the aftermath of a two-vehicle crash in Oakland County, Michigan. The crash happened about 5 p.m. Tuesday at the intersection of Southfield Road and Sunset Boulevard in Lathrup Village.
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners is voting on a $1.5 million Planned Parenthood contract.
