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This week on Michigan Matters, the all-star roundtable discusses Gov. Rick Snyder's outlined budget to raise taxes to fix Michigan's crumbling roads and the effort to build a second bridge from Detroit to Canada and tackle the tough question of our nation's safety in the wake of the Boston Marathon bombing.
Gov. Rick Snyder on Thursday proposed lowering the insurance bills for Michigan drivers in exchange for an end to unlimited lifetime medical coverage for people seriously injured in accidents.
Th House has approved legislation that would prohibit state and local law enforcement from helping the federal government indefinitely detain citizens without charges.
Vice President Biden is headlining a fundraiser for Michigan Democrats this weekend.
Some Michigan lawmakers say they want to limit law enforcement's use of unpiloted aerial drones in an effort to protect people's privacy.
The former emergency manager for Highland Park has avoided jail time but is ordered to pay restitution in connection with unauthorized payments he received.
Sen. Carl Levin says his regional office in Saginaw received a suspicious letter and that authorities have been alerted.
The FBI says preliminary tests on a letter sent to President Barack Obama indicate the presence of poisonous ricin.
School districts in Michigan might soon be able to add extra hours to the school day instead of extending the academic year because of too many "snow days."
The House Transportation and Infrastructure Chairman says a plan could generate at least $1.5 billion a year more
The legislation would require people convicted of animal abuse to submit their address, photograph and social security number to local law enforcement.
A newspaper investigation finds the state of Michigan spends at least $40 million a year for employees' travel but there are inconsistencies in reporting and no high-level oversight.
Some Michigan lawmakers are making another attempt to change the state's high school graduation requirements, which they argue do not provide flexibility to allow students to pursue career and technical education programs.
Many people at the annual Gun and Knife Show say they support the new universal gun background check bill.
Bing presented the city's 2013-14 budget to the City Council, a plan that includes a $4 million reduction for that nine-member body.
A judge ordered Comerica Bank to turn over more than $13,000 in an account linked to former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick as restitution payment.
Lynette Hooker was reported missing by her husband in early April after the couple allegedly went for a nighttime ride aboard a dinghy.
Pastor Curtiss Ostosh says city crews removed vehicles, trailers, and bicycles belonging to homeless people the church serves.
Detroit police, fire, and city officials say public safety coordination for Grand Prix weekend has been underway for months, with enhanced technology, crowd management resources, and additional emergency services set to be in place.
Eminem's ex-wife, Kim Mathers, has been charged with felony-level operating while intoxicated in the aftermath of an alleged drunk driving crash.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
From classic cruisers to new memories still being made, the Woodward Dream Cruise remains a celebration of Michigan's automotive culture.
If you are planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, remember that the cost of gas this year is noticeably higher than last year.
Michigan is demanding repayment of $35 million from the American Center for Mobility, a key player in autonomous vehicle development.
Some artists announced for the Freedom 250 concert series in Washington, D.C., this summer, say they won't be performing.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
For three days, Detroit is the epicenter of techno music with this Memorial Day weekend tradition, and the music lovers made sure to attend the final day of the Movement Festival on Monday.
The community space, which has been under renovation since October 2025, includes a swing set, play area and seating with umbrellas.
One hundred men were dressed to the nines on Sunday afternoon on Livernois Avenue in Detroit for the sixth annual 100 Men in Suits initiative.
Lynette Hooker was reported missing by her husband in early April after the couple allegedly went for a nighttime ride aboard a dinghy.
The department said it is preparing for the banknote in response to legislation proposed last year.
Some artists announced for the Freedom 250 concert series in Washington, D.C., this summer, say they won't be performing.
The personal consumption expenditures price index, the Federal Reserve's preferred gauge of inflation, jumped due to higher energy costs.
The Justice Department is conducting a criminal investigation into whether author E. Jean Carroll committed perjury in connection with her civil lawsuits against President Trump, sources familiar with the matter said.
A Northville dentist is facing 43 felony charges in an alleged Medicaid fraud scheme.
Michigan lawmakers are considering bills to allow doctors to prescribe life-ending medication to terminally ill patients.
The tentative agreement means roughly 300,000 Blue Cross members will continue receiving care at Michigan Medicine facilities as in-network services.
Two Detroit nonprofit organizations have partnered together to fight food insecurity for elementary school students.
St. Clair County health officials have identified the county's first salmonella case linked to a multistate outbreak associated with backyard poultry.
Detroit police, fire, and city officials say public safety coordination for Grand Prix weekend has been underway for months, with enhanced technology, crowd management resources, and additional emergency services set to be in place.
Grayson Rodriguez pitched five strong innings as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Detroit Tigers 7-1 for their fifth victory in six games.
The Detroit Lions aim to draft, develop and re-sign players, and linebacker Jack Campbell is the latest example.
PWHL Detroit joins the Professional Women's Hockey League in the 2026-27 season.
The 2026 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear returns to the streets of downtown Detroit on Friday, May 29.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
The roundtable discusses the impact of rising gas prices and friction at the federal level with Canada and the U.S., and how it affects tourism.
Life Directions has been helping guide and mentor young people in Detroit.
Robert Costa, the award-winning national correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning and chief Washington analyst for CBS News, talks about Michigan's role in this critical midterm election.
Warm conditions and sunny skies continue through the weekend and the next week ahead.
As Detroit prepares to welcome thousands of people downtown for Grand Prix weekend, city leaders say public safety has been a months-long effort.
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield addressed the Mackinac Policy Conference for the first time as the city's mayor.
A judge has ordered Comerica Bank to turn over more than $13,000 in an account linked to former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick as payable towards restitution.
The U.S. Coast Guard has been granted permission by the Bahamian government to send divers to canvass previously unsearched areas in the search for missing Michigan woman Lynette Hooker, a source confirmed to CBS News.