Metro Detroit students with special needs keep late classmate's spirit alive on prom night
For the second year in a row, nearly 100 students with special needs attended prom in honor of one of their late classmates.
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Dearborn special needs basketball game gives students a shot at their dream
Blue Hands United brings the community together with special needs basketball game at Fordson High School in Dearborn on Wednesday.
Metro Detroit mother, daughter share journey of living with autism
In many ways, Lauren Stevens has grown up like most girls her age. Having fun, being creative expressing herself, and enjoying life.
Michigan shedding light on Autism Acceptance Month
A new early intervention autism spectrum disorder therapy is popping up around Michigan for young children.
Metro Detroit nonprofit hosts autism-friendly Easter celebration for children
The activity-packed event took place at Play-Place Autism and Special Needs Center.
Neighbor takes Dearborn man with special needs on ride to remember
Ibrahim Hamed lives in Dearborn, and loves visiting his grandparents in Cleveland without his mom, but make no mistake about it, he is not your average 23-year-old.
UM study to help those with autism improve driving
University of Michigan researchers are studying how well people with autism spectrum disorder can detect road hazards, and plan to assist the young motorists in sharpening their driving skills.
Michigan Matters: Overcoming the Odds Amid Life Altering Circumstances
A special "Michigan Matters" episode airing this Sunday (7:30 am on CBS 62) highlights the power of the human spirit and overcoming long odds as Senior Producer/Host Carol Cain talks with Concordia University Football Coach Roscoe Cummings and Motivational Speaker Raun Kaufman.
These Are The Unspoken Rules Of A Secretive Group Peddling A Shocking And Dangerous Autism Treatment.
These Are The Unspoken Rules Of A Secretive Group Peddling A Shocking And Dangerous Autism Treatment.
Dr. Oz launches an undercover investigation and speaks to a mom who helped expose the dark world of fake autism cures.
Dr. Oz launches an undercover investigation and speaks to a mom who helped expose the dark world of fake autism cures.
Meet The Moms Who Went Undercover And Infiltrated A Secretive Group Advertising A Shocking And Dangerous Autism Treatment.
Meet The Moms Who Went Undercover And Infiltrated A Secretive Group Advertising A Shocking And Dangerous Autism Treatment.
Fake Cures Exposed: Parents Are Poisoning Their Children With Bleach To Cure Autism
Fake Cures Exposed: Parents Are Poisoning Their Children With Bleach To Cure Autism
New Study Aims To Find If Marijuana Can Help Treat Autism Symptoms
Tucked away in the quiet English countryside on more than 47 acres, GW Pharmaceuticals is doing something no other drug company can do: produce the only cannabis-based medication ever approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.
CBS 62's Guide to the 2019 Autism Speaks Walk
Come out and join CBS 62 as we, once again, team up with our friends at Autism Speaks to Walk Now for Autism Speaks – and support autism research and awareness!
Play Place, A Haven of Hope
It's All About Family Environment, Connecting, Acceptance and Support
Fraud Charges Filed In Investigation Of Autism Services
Fraud charges have been filed against a woman who worked for Centria Healthcare, the largest provider of autism therapy in Michigan.
CBS 62's Guide to the 2018 Walk Now for Autism Speaks
Come out and join CBS 62 as we, once again, team up with our friends at Autism Speaks to Walk Now for Autism Speaks – and support autism research and awareness!
Michigan Says Autism And Arthritis Now Treatable By Medical Marijuana
Michigan has added several medical conditions to the state's list of ailments which qualify for a medical marijuana prescription.
Cops Save Autistic Teen's Birthday When Only 3 People Show Up
First responders in Arkansas made a different kind rescue recently as they saved an autistic teen's birthday party after his friends didn't show up.
Hormone Linked To Autism May Provide New Test And Treatment
A test and possible treatment for autism may be on the horizon after a new study finds a link between the disorder and one particular hormone in the human body.
Kansas City Royals Become First Team To Sign A Player With Autism
Tarik El-Abour is not a Major League Baseball player yet, but his signing by the Kansas City Royals marks a historic first for the national pastime.
CBS 62's Guide to the 2017 Walk Now for Autism Speaks
CBS 62 is proud to be an official TV sponsor of the Walk Now for Autism Speaks! Join Walk Emcee (and CBS 62 Chief Forecaster) Karen Carter on September 16th!
CBS 62's Guide to the 2016 Walk Now for Autism Speaks
CBS 62 is proud to be an official TV sponsor of the Walk Now for Autism Speaks! Join us on September 18th!
Michigan Rejects Medical Marijuana For Kids With Severe Autism
A state official has rejected a recommendation to add severe autism to the list of conditions that qualify for medical marijuana in Michigan.
Michigan Panel Recommends Allowing Marijuana For Children With Autism
Michigan would become the first state to allow medical marijuana for children with severe autism if a senior official follows the recommendation made Friday by an advisory panel.
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Boil water advisory lifted for Wayne, parts of Romulus, Westland and Inkster
The Great Lakes Water Authority issued the advisory Friday afternoon due to pressure loss in the cities.
Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general, impeached by state House
Ken Paxton will be immediately suspended pending a Senate trial.
Hurricanes and climate change: What's the connection?
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
Michigan Humane supports proposed bill banning cat declawing
Michigan lawmakers are considering a bill that would ban cat declawing in the state. Opponents of the bill said the decision to declaw should be left to pet owners and their vets, while supporters said the bill would prevent unnecessary harm to cats.
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Boil water advisory lifted for Wayne, parts of Romulus, Westland and Inkster
The Great Lakes Water Authority issued the advisory Friday afternoon due to pressure loss in the cities.
Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general, impeached by state House
Ken Paxton will be immediately suspended pending a Senate trial.
Hurricanes and climate change: What's the connection?
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
Michigan Humane supports proposed bill banning cat declawing
Michigan lawmakers are considering a bill that would ban cat declawing in the state. Opponents of the bill said the decision to declaw should be left to pet owners and their vets, while supporters said the bill would prevent unnecessary harm to cats.
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City leaders preview Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix
City leaders came together for a news conference Thursday to share the excitement around the event.
Ford decides to keep AM radio on 2024 models, will restore AM on two electric vehicles from 2023
Owners of new Ford vehicles will be able to tune in to AM radio in their cars, trucks and SUVs after all.
Ford's Farley: Cut costs, improve quality and boost margins through software and services
Ford CEO Jim Farley says his company is remaking itself by cutting costs, raising quality and offering software, services and new vehicles that will make profit margins among the best in the industry.
Ford says it will stop competing in over-served markets, won't be all things to all people
Ford CEO Jim Farley says the company will stop competing in over-served market segments and instead will place big bets on connected vehicles and digital services.
General Motors recalls 668,000 SUVs due to anchor bars that may prevent child seats being installed
General Motors is recalling more than 668,000 small SUVs in the U.S. because owners may not be able to hook child seats to the anchors.
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Detroit Symphony Orchestra performs tribute to Aretha Franklin
"Respect: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin," commemorates 25 years since the "Queen of Soul" performed with the DSO over three nights around Thanksgiving 1998.
Rock band Protomartyr speaks on upcoming 6th album
Rock band Protomartyr, which formed in Detroit more than 10 years ago, will debut its 6th album, "Formal Growth in the Desert," on June 2.
Celine Dion cancels remaining tour dates for health reasons
The already postponed shows were set to begin in August in the Netherlands and continue into spring 2024.
Janet Jackson wows fans at the "Together Again" tour stop in Detroit
In addition to her iconic catalog, fans say they also come to show off their Janet-inspired looks.
5th Annual Detroit Diaspora Day Party kicks off this weekend
Sunday, May 28, marks the annual Detroit Diaspora Day Party, highlighting the diversity of the city's artistic and cultural communities.
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Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general, impeached by state House
Ken Paxton will be immediately suspended pending a Senate trial.
Hurricanes and climate change: What's the connection?
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
Denny Stolz, former Michigan State football coach, dies at 89
Former Michigan State football coach Denny Stolz has died.
Debt ceiling deadline is now June 5, Yellen says
Time is running short for House Republicans and the White House to reach an agreement on the debt ceiling to avoid default.
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Adderall shortage leaves some waiting months for refills
Adderall prescriptions are becoming hard to fill leaving many patients scrambling to find a pharmacy to fill the order.
CDC investigates six-state salmonella outbreak linked to cookie dough
At least 18 people have contracted salmonella, which the CDC has linked to cookie dough sold by Papa Murphy's.
Michigan hospitals respond to shortage of chemotherapy drugs
In recent months some oncologists have been scrambling to find Cisplatin and Carboplatin, used to treat a variety of cancers.
Mental health: Importance of having open conversations
Many companies are trying to shed more light on mental health awareness in the workplace.
FDA advisers vote in support of RSV vaccine to protect newborns
The US Food and Drug Administration's independent vaccine advisers voted Thursday in favor of recommending approval of a new vaccine to protect infants from respiratory syncytial virus, known as RSV.
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Denny Stolz, former Michigan State football coach, dies at 89
Former Michigan State football coach Denny Stolz has died.
Suspended Lions WR Jameson Williams says he wasn't aware of NFL rules on gambling he violated
Detroit Lions receiver Jameson Williams, suspended for the first six games of the season, said he was unaware of the NFL gambling policy that he violated.
Faedo fans a career-best 10, helping Tigers to a 7-2 win over White Sox
Alex Faedo struck out a career-high 10 batters in six innings and the Detroit Tigers beat the Chicago White Sox 7-2.
A family affair at Golf Tech in Novi
With more than 30 years of experience, Golf Tech is a retail store that offers custom clubs and equipment repair.
NCAA survey suggests widespread teen sports-gambling problem
A majority of underage gamblers typically bet between $1 and $50 but lose between $10 and $300 a day, the survey found.
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Michigan Matters - Big 3 county executives weigh in, plus roundtable on politics
The three leaders appeared in the Memorial Day weekend show with Carol Cain, Senior Producer/Host, and talked about regional transit, the mental health crisis enveloping the state and country, and workforce development.
Michigan Matters - Mayor Duggan updates tidings of Motor City, chairman Bud Denker previews Detroit Grand Prix
The focus was on major events coming to the Motor City as Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear chairman Bud Denker appear on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters to discuss the upcoming race and more.
Michigan Matters - The electrifying future of Ford, ONE and roundtable discussion
Mujeeb Ijaz, founder and CEO of Our Next Energy (ONE) brought his EV battery-making start-up company to Metro Detroit from Silicon Valley two years ago, and it has grown dramatically since.
Michigan Matters - Doug Meijer & BAMF Health Fighting Cancer, plus roundtable discussion
Grand Rapids philanthropist Doug Meijer appears with Dr. Anthony Chang, founder and CEO of BAMF Health, on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
Michigan Matters - Brenda Lawrence's new gig, mental health across the region and roundtable discussion
Former Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence surprised many when she opted not to seek re-election last year.
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NEXT Weather Forecast May 28, 2023 (Tonight)
Heat climbs this week and sunny skies continue. Meteorologist Ahmad Bajjey shows us when we could near 90 degrees.
Eye on Detroit: America's War Dogs
Ahead of Memorial Day, we want to honor our nation's heroes, including some many may not have heard of. For this Eye on Detroit, we take a look at America's war dogs.
Michigan Humane supports proposed bill banning cat declawing
Michigan lawmakers are considering a bill that would ban cat declawing in the state. Opponents of the bill said the decision to declaw should be left to pet owners and their vets, while supporters said the bill would prevent unnecessary harm to cats.
Detroit Symphony Orchestra performs tribute to Aretha Franklin
"Respect: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin," commemorates 25 years since the "Queen of Soul" performed with the DSO over three nights around Thanksgiving 1998.
Michigan State Police brace for influx of travel during Memorial Day weekend
This weekend, millions will join in on the Memorial Day weekend fun. AAA predicts more than 1.2 million Michigan residents will travel for the extended holiday weekend.