Michigan falls behind in race to save disappearing farmland
Michigan farmers face intense pressure to sell land as developers offer huge payouts, and state programs struggle to help keep farms intact.
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Michigan farmers face intense pressure to sell land as developers offer huge payouts, and state programs struggle to help keep farms intact.
Cases of bovine tuberculosis have been confirmed among a dairy herd in Northern Lower Michigan.
Germany's Bayer has faced thousands of lawsuits after buying Roundup maker Monsanto in 2018 for $63 billion.
The federal government has sued the state of Michigan over cage-free production rules applying to eggs sold for human consumption.
A cattle herd in Northern Lower Michigan is infected with bovine tuberculosis, state agriculture officials say.
Dozens of dairy cattle are on the move at Michigan State University.
A jury has awarded more than $500,000 to five men from Guatemala who said they were exploited and underpaid by a labor contractor that brought them to Michigan to work on farms.
Cucumbers grown by Florida-based Bedner Growers have been linked to illnesses in at least 26 people in 15 states.
The screwworm is a larva of the Cochliomyia hominivorax fly that can invade the tissues of any warm-blooded animal, including humans.
Michigan state agriculture officials report a case of chronic wasting disease found in a deer in Osceola County.
One expert says these so-called "super pigs" — wild boars that were deliberately bred with domestic pigs – are an "ecological trainwreck."
It's a big win for proponents of urban farming who spoke in numbers at Tuesday's council meeting.
Western Lake Erie is an ideal environment for the bacteria that make up algae.
Animal rights activists have vandalized a new portrait of King Charles III on display at a London gallery.
This marks only the second-ever case of bird flu in humans in the U.S.
Bird flu has spread to dairy cattle across the U.S., causing cows to produce less milk.
Climate change means wine could soon have a higher alcohol content — but spoil faster and smell worse.
The invasive species have the ability to "attack or defoliate hundreds of tree and plant species," the USDA warns.
Nearly 2 million farmworkers help put food on American tables today, but modern machines powered by AI could eventually replace many of them.
Experts say climate change will drive up the price of bananas, but consumers should already be paying more.
Hundreds of volunteers from outside Israel – and within – are harvesting fruit and vegetables from Israel's farms before the produce rots on the ground.
A federal judge has approved an updated Great Lakes fishing agreement between four Native American tribes and government agencies.
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development announced the state's food and agriculture exports had another record-breaking year.
While hepatitis A has not actually been detected on these products, the FDA is urging consumers "out of an abundance of caution" to return the recalled items for a refund.
According to experts, Michigan's auto and agriculture industries would be hit hardest in a rail strike.
Two West Bloomfield residents are facing a $2.6 million federal wire fraud investigation for pandemic-era assistance loans.
The fatal accident involving a car hauler March 4 in Eastpointe has been recorded as the state's fifth workplace-related death this year.
A woman was ordered to pay restitution and stay away from Ulta Beauty stores after a sentencing on charges related to a vehicle crash into a beauty shop.
The Strategic Petroleum Reserve is designed to cushion disruptions to U.S. oil supplies during emergencies.
AAA says motorists are paying an average of $3.53 a gallon for regular unleaded gas in the United States.
Strong to possibly severe thunderstorms are expected across Southeast Michigan, beginning Tuesday night.
AAA says motorists are paying an average of $3.53 a gallon for regular unleaded gas in the United States.
Residents in Novi, Michigan, attended a city council meeting on Monday to voice their frustrations about another water main break that happened in the last six months.
Two West Bloomfield residents are facing a $2.6 million federal wire fraud investigation for pandemic-era assistance loans.
The fatal accident involving a car hauler March 4 in Eastpointe has been recorded as the state's fifth workplace-related death this year.
AAA says motorists are paying an average of $3.53 a gallon for regular unleaded gas in the United States.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
A restaurant celebrating rock music in the era of the legendary band Kiss is set to open in Royal Oak.
Six Flags is selling off some of its North America amusement parks, including Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Faster Horses, a multi-day country music festival, will not return this summer to Michigan International Speedway.
The Strategic Petroleum Reserve is designed to cushion disruptions to U.S. oil supplies during emergencies.
Tarik Skubal will not pitch again in the World Baseball Classic.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that it would be the "most intense day" of strikes against Iran so far.
Vernors ginger ale has been part of Detroit culture for generations.
Michigan farmers face intense pressure to sell land as developers offer huge payouts, and state programs struggle to help keep farms intact.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Water testing has detected "low levels" of Legionella bacteria at two more Oakland County government buildings.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Henry Ford Health and Teamsters Local 332 remain locked in a labor dispute over a nurses' contract.
Tarik Skubal will not pitch again in the World Baseball Classic.
More changes are happening within the Detroit Lions organization after the team reportedly acquired Carolina Panthers center Cade Mays and Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Larry Borom.
Tarik Skubal is thinking about pitching again for the United States in the World Baseball Classic after the Detroit Tigers ace had previously planned to make just one start.
John Gibson and Cam Talbot combined to make 31 saves, Dominik Shine scored his first NHL goal and the Red Wings beat the Devils 3-0 on Sunday night.
Western Michigan and Eastern Michigan both fired their men's basketball coaches on Sunday, parting ways with former assistants under Michigan State coach Tom Izzo.
Rose talks about a new TV series being filmed in Detroit called "South West High," which revolves around a fictional high school in the Motor City.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that it would be the "most intense day" of strikes against Iran so far. Natalie Brand reports.
Jury deliberations are set to resume Tuesday in Lenawee County Circuit Court in Adrian, Michigan, in the trial of Dale Warner, who is accused of killing his wife Dee Warner.
Novi residents are frustrated with the impact of yet another water main break. Severe weather is possible Tuesday night. Those headlines and other top stories are in our news brief.
President Trump says the end is in sight in the war against Iran. CBS News has this update.
CBS News Detroit's weather team says the potential exists for severe storms Tuesday night, to include large hail, damaging winds, heavy rain and possible strong tornadoes. Here's what to watch for, and when.