Amtrak train resumes after delay in Pontiac due to "trespasser incident"
An Amtrak train has resumed service after being delayed Monday morning due to a "trespasser incident" in Pontiac. However, the actual reason for the delay is not clear.
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MDOT hosts open house for proposed transportation hub
The Howard Street bus station in Corktown and the Amtrak station in New Center is aging and due for a makeover.
Rail passenger advocates upset at Amtrak
Amtrak passengers had no water, power or access to bathrooms for about 19 hours.
Passengers endure 19-hour train trip from Detroit to Chicago
What was supposed to be a 5 1/2-hour rail trip from Detroit to Chicago turned into a 19-hour ordeal for passengers on an Amtrak train that lost power, leaving them without light, heat or running toilets.
Michigan routes affected as Amtrak works to restore service
With a tentative deal reached to prevent a freight railroad strike, Amtrak is working to get its schedule back in order.
Spartans Winston Mourns Brothers Death
Scott Kipp, Albion's Chief of Public Safety, confirmed Sunday that Zachary Winston died after being hit by a westbound train in Albion. Zachary Winston, of Detroit, played basketball at Albion College.
52-Year-Old Dearborn Man Killed By Amtrak Train
A 52-year-old Dearborn man was struck and killed by and Amtrak train in Dearborn.
Amtrak Train With 183 Passengers Has Been Stranded In The Snow Since Sunday
After record snow slammed Oregon, almost 200 people remain trapped on a train that came to a sudden stop Sunday evening south of Eugene.
Amtrak Is Now Bike Friendly in Michigan
Amtrak is now bike friendly in Michigan. Starting Wednesday, bicycles will be accepted aboard the Amtrak.
Local Residents Trapped On Delayed Amtrak Train For More Than 12 Hours
Stuck on a train for New Year's? Not the greatest way to celebrate the holiday but that's reality for a number of passengers heading to Ann Arbor.
Groups Want Double-Tracking On Amtrak Rail From Chicago To Detroit For More Frequent, Faster Trips
Two rail transportation advocacy groups say double-tracking the entire roughly 300 miles of an Amtrak line from Chicago to Detroit is the best way to get more frequent and faster trips between the two cities.
Man Accused In Michigan Amtrak Stabbing Not Guilty Due To Insanity
Police say he told them he started the attack Dec. 5 after seeing a man turn into a demon.
November Trial Set For Michigan Man Accused In Amtrak Stabbing
Police say the Saginaw man told them he started the attack Dec. 5 after seeing a man on the train turn into a demon.
Man Killed, Struck By Amtrak Train Headed To Chicago From Michigan
According to Amtrak, the man was standing on the tracks near Webster Street.
Romantic Getaway Guide To Montreal
No other city in North America reminds visitors of Paris and European culture than Montreal, less than an hour drive from the U.S.-Canadian border.
Amtrak Service Resumes Between Philadelphia And NYC For First Time Since Derailment
Amtrak resumed service along the corridor with a 5:30 a.m. southbound train leaving New York City.
Funeral Today For Michigan Native Killed In Amtrak Train Derailment
A funeral is scheduled Monday in Southfield for Rachel Jacobs, a 39-year-old educational software startup chief executive and Michigan native who died in Tuesday's Amtrak crash in Philadelphia.
Rachel Jacobs, Daughter Of Former Michigan Senator, Among The Dead In Train Derailment
"This is an unthinkable tragedy. Rachel was a wonderful mother, daughter, sister, wife and friend. She was devoted to her family," read the statement.
Amtrak Train Crashes In Philadelphia, Wreckage 'Pretty Bad'
An Amtrak train headed to New York City crashed and derailed in Philadelphia on Tuesday night.
Man Charged In Amtrak Train Stabbing Will Not Stand Trial
A judge has ruled that Michael Williams is unable to aid his own defense of attempted murder charges.
Doctors: Man Charged In Amtrak Stabbings Suffered Delusions
Documents show that a Michigan man charged with stabbing four people aboard a train had delusions and spent time in jail.
Man Accused In Amtrak Train Attack To Undergo Mental Exam
The defense attorney for Michael D. Williams told a judge Friday there are concerns about Williams' mental health. Williams told police that he started the attack after seeing a man on the train turn into a demon.
Stabbing Suspect Says He Saw Demon Before Amtrak Train Attack
The man accused of stabbing four people on an Amtrak train in Niles, Michigan told police he began the attack after seeing another man turn into a demon.
Michigan Man Faces Hearing In Connection With Amtrak Train Stabbings
Michael Williams of Saginaw is to appear Monday in court on attempted murder charges.
Grandmother: Stabbing Suspect Needs Mental Help
The 89-year-old grandmother of a Michigan man charged with attempted murder says he needs psychological help.
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Michigan State players making deals in fall tunnel incident
Scuffles broke out in the tunnel after Michigan defeated Michigan State 29-7 on Oct. 29. Video showed Michigan State players pushing, punching and kicking Michigan's Ja'Den McBurrows.
Illinois man charged in stabbing of 14-year-old girl in Oakland County
Julian Antonio Pinedo is charged with assault with intent to murder and was arraigned on Friday in the 52-2nd District Court.
To cope with release of violent videos, manage stress and know your own limits
Video of the violent arrest of Tyre Nichols, which officials have said they'll release Friday, is expected to be difficult to watch -- but it may also be hard to avoid. Some people might even feel duty-bound to watch it as a way to pay tribute to Nichols, who died three days after the confrontation with officers.
Ronna McDaniel reelected RNC chair
Ronna McDaniel won a fourth term, despite her challenger getting a last-minute boost from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
At least 7 killed in shooting in Jerusalem; gunman slain
The shooting in the Jewish neighborhood of Neve Yaakov followed a deadly raid by the Israeli military Thursday in the occupied West Bank.
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Michigan State players making deals in fall tunnel incident
Scuffles broke out in the tunnel after Michigan defeated Michigan State 29-7 on Oct. 29. Video showed Michigan State players pushing, punching and kicking Michigan's Ja'Den McBurrows.
Illinois man charged in stabbing of 14-year-old girl in Oakland County
Julian Antonio Pinedo is charged with assault with intent to murder and was arraigned on Friday in the 52-2nd District Court.
To cope with release of violent videos, manage stress and know your own limits
Video of the violent arrest of Tyre Nichols, which officials have said they'll release Friday, is expected to be difficult to watch -- but it may also be hard to avoid. Some people might even feel duty-bound to watch it as a way to pay tribute to Nichols, who died three days after the confrontation with officers.
Ronna McDaniel reelected RNC chair
Ronna McDaniel won a fourth term, despite her challenger getting a last-minute boost from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
At least 7 killed in shooting in Jerusalem; gunman slain
The shooting in the Jewish neighborhood of Neve Yaakov followed a deadly raid by the Israeli military Thursday in the occupied West Bank.
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Ford recalls nearly 383K SUVs to fix backup camera problem
The recall covers certain 2020 to 2023 Ford Explorers and Lincoln Aviators, and some 2020 to 2022 Lincoln Corsairs. All are equipped with 360-degree cameras.
Tesla says its 4Q profit rose 59%, expects strong demand
Tesla on posted record net income in the fourth quarter of last year, and the company predicted that additional software-related profits will keep its margins higher than any other automaker.
Grand jury investigating Goodyear recreational vehicle tires
The grand jury has subpoenaed Arizona lawyer David Kurtz seeking all documents and deposition transcripts in a lawsuit he filed against the Akron, Ohio, tire maker.
US ends probe into Ford SUV exhaust issues without a recall
The U.S. government's road safety agency has closed a more than six-year investigation into Ford Explorer exhaust odors, determining that the SUVs don't emit high levels of carbon monoxide and don't need to be recalled.
2023 Detroit Grand Prix tickets now on sale ahead of return to downtown
The 2023 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear is set for June 2-4.
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Smokey Robinson, 'King of Motown,' to release new solo album
Robinson will release the nine-track album "Gasms" on April 28, the music legend behind hits like "My Girl" and "The Way You Do the Things You Do" announced Friday.
Faster Horses Festival reveals 2023 lineup for "Party of the Decade"
The Faster Horses Festival is kicking off July 14-16 will include a plethora of iconic musical guests.
First round of performers announced for 65th Annual Grammy Awards
Bad Bunny, Mary J. Blige, Brandi Carlile, Luke Combs, Steve Lacy, Lizzo, Kim Petras and Sam Smith will take the stage on "Music's Biggest Night."
Panic! At The Disco is splitting up after almost 20 years
"Sometimes a journey must end for a new one to begin," said frontman Brendon Urie.
Netflix's password sharing crackdown could come by the end of March
Netflix announced in October that it would eventually start charging for customers to share accounts.
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Ronna McDaniel reelected RNC chair
Ronna McDaniel won a fourth term, despite her challenger getting a last-minute boost from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Video of Paul Pelosi attack released, shows suspect swinging hammer
News organizations petitioned for the release of the material, which had been played in open court during a preliminary hearing.
How will Netflix stop you from sharing your password?
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
What we know about Tyre Nichols' death
Authorities say they'll release video of Nichols' violent traffic stop Friday evening. Cities are preparing for possible protests.
5 fired Memphis officers charged with murder in Tyre Nichols' death: "This was wrong"
Video footage of the arrest has been shown to Tyre Nichols' family, but has not been made public.
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FDA food safety official resigns, cites structural issues
The federal Food and Drug Administration's top food safety official resigned Wednesday, citing concerns about the agency's oversight structure and the infant formula crisis that led to a nationwide shortage.
FDA wants to simplify the use and updating of COVID-19 vaccines
The FDA said it expects to assess circulating strains of the coronavirus at least annually and decide in June which strains to select for the fall season, much like the process to update annual flu vaccines.
Long COVID is keeping people out of work for months
Prolonged, and often severe, symptoms from the disease often sideline workers for months after they get sick.
Free Narcan vending machines at Wayne State University
The program is using free Narcan vending machines to help save lives and give people treatment options.
This day in history: Looking back on three years of COVID-19 in China
On Jan. 23, 2020, Wuhan, the capital of the central province of Hubei, with a population of more than 12 million, became the first city in the world to adopt measures to cut off the transmission of the then-unidentified virus.
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Michigan State players making deals in fall tunnel incident
Scuffles broke out in the tunnel after Michigan defeated Michigan State 29-7 on Oct. 29. Video showed Michigan State players pushing, punching and kicking Michigan's Ja'Den McBurrows.
Watch HBCU men's, women's basketball games weekly
CBS News Detroit is streaming HBCU men's and women's basketball games every Saturday through March 4.
Ray Herbert, Detroit sandlot ace and 1962 AL All-Star, dies
Ray Herbert, a 1962 All-Star Game winning pitcher who threw batting practice for his hometown Detroit Tigers for decades after retiring, died peacefully in Plymouth days after his 93rd birthday.
Detroit Lions to install new artificial turf at Ford Field, Allen Park facility
Officials with FieldTurf say the new turf will be installed at Ford Field and the Allen Park practice facility.
Wayne State names Tyrone Wheatley new football coach
Wheatley takes over a Wayne State program that went 1-9 in 2022.
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Michigan Matters: A Celebration of Metro Detroit Authors
Metro Detroit is blessed with many talented writers and this Sunday "Michigan Matters" features a special encore episode with four serial authors as they talk about their latest books, their inspiration and how they brought their books to life.
Michigan Matters: WGPR-TV & Michigan Chamber's Mission
It's a focus on mentoring and guiding the next generation as leaders past and present appear on a special repeat episode of "Michigan Matters" airing 8 am Sunday on CBS Detroit to talk about the road to success.
Michigan Matters: Gov. Snyder launches tech company
Former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder returns in an encore episode of CBS Detroit's "Michigan Matters" 8 am this Sunday to talk about SensCy – a cybersecurity company he launched to help companies and organizations across the state prevent problems.
Michigan Matters: Hanging with the Top Brass at the Detroit Auto Show
CBS Detroit's Carol Cain, Megg Jacobs and Logan Tesmer crisscrossed the convention center where much of the show took place and talked to leaders about the electrification of vehicles and its impact on our region.
Michigan Matters: "Our Electric Future" Michigan gearing up
As a flurry of glitzy electric vehicles continues to be announced and unveiled, our region is gearing up for that new powering reality and other changes coming about as a result of the increasing electrification of our cars, bikes, homes, businesses, and sometime soon planes.
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NEXT Weather Forecast January 27, 2023 (Today)
Windy conditions and another chance of snow begins this afternoon. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Karen Carter will tell us when we'll have a break from the snow and when we should prepare for the next round.
Northville Downs race track proposes move to Plymouth Township
The oldest horse racing track in the state of Michigan could be getting an upgrade.
Eastern Market Brewing Co. to release Paczki-inspired beers
It marks the third year that the brewery is releasing a Pazcki beer. This year, officials will introduce two fruity beers -- raspberry and blueberry.
Detroit officials urging residents to claim 2023 federal tax credits
Detroit city officials kicked off the 2023 income tax season by encouraging residents to access federal tax credits.
Detroit couple charged with killing 5-year-old son, abusing 3-year-old
Two parents are behind bars after being accused of physically beating and killing their 5-year-old son Ethan Belcher while also abusing their three-year-old boy.