Lions select Alabama CB Brian Branch in NFL Draft's second round
For its fourth pick, the Detroit Lions selected Alabama defensive back Brian Branch
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For its fourth pick, the Detroit Lions selected Alabama defensive back Brian Branch
The Illinois native from the University of Iowa is the second Hawkeye selected by the team. The Lions also selected linebacker Jack Campbell as the No. 18 pick overall in the first round Thursday night.
The opening game between the Detroit Tigers and Baltimore Orioles has been postponed because of rain, forcing a split doubleheader on Saturday.
Smith is the first player from a Michigan school to be drafted in the first round.
The senior from Iowa, standing at 6 feet 5 inches tall and weighing 249 pounds, was selected after running back Jahmyr Gibbs from Alabama.
At 5 feet 9 inches tall, Gibbs was a third-team all-conference running back and a second-team kick returner in 2021.
According to the NFL, the Lions receive No. 12 and 34 picks. The original No. 6 pick came from the Los Angeles Rams.
Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh says he came out of spring practice with the best team he's had since taking over in 2015.
A Super Bowl champion with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Brown played 18 seasons in the NFL and was with the Lions from 1985-95.
As this year's NFL Draft gets underway Thursday in Kansas City, the Detroit Sports Commission is getting a final glimpse at how things are organized ahead of next year.
The NHL is sending four teams to Sweden next season as part of its annual Global Series.
Comerica Bank Free Prix Day is once again returning to the Detroit Grand Prix.
A Detroit boxer is determined to turn his gym into a community center, but the road to rebuilding what was once an abandoned building on the city's northwest side hasn't been easy.
New York gets four-time NFL MVP, swaps first-round picks with Green Bay and more in blockbuster deal.
Emoni Bates is entering the NBA draft, banking on teams in the league being intrigued with his potential as a scorer after two years in college basketball.
All eyes were on Michigan's primary on Tuesday, particularly the race to win the Democratic ticket for November's U.S. Senate seat.
The popular Dearborn Homecoming Festival is returning to Ford Field Park this weekend, with tens of thousands of people expected to visit. But a new rule set in place by police this year has become the talk of the town.
Thomas Smith won Michigan's 8th District GOP primary on Tuesday — even though he had suspended his campaign in mid-July. Even more surprisingly: He defeated a Trump-endorsed candidate.
Officials say 1-year-old Nguvu was euthanized after his injuries became too severe and his condition deteriorated "despite every effort."
DTE's outage map showed two pockets of power outages along Telegraph Road early Thursday.
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.
Many newer vehicles are equipped with high-efficiency cabin air filters capable of capturing a significant amount of fine particulate matter.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
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.
At least 345 people — the majority in Colorado and Minnesota — have been sickened by a salmonella outbreak, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Cyberattacks on U.S. water systems that officials suspect may be linked to Iran-backed hackers have been reported in at least a dozen states, sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
"It really opens up your mind," said one 23-year-old who ditched smartphones to wean herself off social media.
Abdul El-Sayed is now projected to win Michigan's Democratic Senate primary against Rep. Haley Stevens.
President Trump told reporters that an announcement on the Strait of Hormuz could happen soon, following talks between Iran and Oman.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says it has counted 12,218 cyclosporiasis cases in the state as of Aug. 5.
Despite more than 11,500 cyclosporiasis cases statewide, Michigan health officials say residents should continue eating fresh produce and follow washing and handling steps to reduce their risk of illness.
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reports there have been 10,773 cyclosporiasis cases in the state during the past five weeks.
The organization is closing its Lansing, Livonia and Warren locations.
Officials say Haddad will oversee all football and business operations and work with principal owner Sheila Hamp and the board of directors.
Troy Melton threw seven sharp innings and Colt Keith hit a two-run single as the Detroit Tigers beat the Seattle Mariners 8-0 to open their post-Tarik Skubal era.
Devin White finished last season as the NFL's third-leading tackler.
The San Diego Padres have acquired left-hander Robbie Ray from the San Francisco Giants and right-hander Casey Mize from the Detroit Tigers.
Keider Montero pitched six scoreless innings, Eduardo Valencia drove in four runs and the Detroit Tigers completed their first season-series sweep ever against an American League opponent with an 11-0 victory over the Athletics.
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
Former NBA All-Star/entrepreneur Jalen Rose, DTE's Trevor Lauer and Oakland University president Ora Hirsch Pescovitz headline an all-star Michigan Matters episode.
Good morning, Family! Scattered showers mixed with sun today high 86°. Keep those umbrellas close as we see more rain tomorrow and on and off showers over the weekend.
The Detroit Lions named its new team president with training camp underway, and the Michigan Wolverines prepare for its 2026 football season opener next month.
With Abdul El-Sayed winning the Democratic primary in the Michigan U.S. Senate, many are already focused on the general election between El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers.
Showers are hit-or-miss through the next several days.
Wyandotte police are preparing for the worst-case scenario, holding an active shooter training on Wednesday, Aug. 5.