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Obama calls the selection of Michael Sam "an important step forward."
"Our goal at New Detroit is achieving a time when race is no longer an issue in this region and no longer an obstacle to progress for our city, region and state."
Just as he had done after countless long-range baskets during Michigan's run to the final eight of the NCAA tournament, Nik Stauskas raised his arm and extended three fingers.
President Barack Obama campaigned at the University of Michigan for raising the federal minimum wage, calling the proposal a "no-brainer."
Community health services got a boost as Sen. Debbie Stabenow's "Excellence in Mental Health Act" -- was finally passed by the Senate – was signed into law by President Barack Obama.
President Barack Obama is getting a taste of Ann Arbor.
Obama is also using his appearance in Ann Arbor to help boost a Michigan congressman running for the Senate.
The president is expected to talk about his proposal for an increase in minimum wage.
March Madness is a lifeline in an otherwise barren winter sports calendar, an essential bridge between football and baseball
An all-star lineup of executives from Michigan's leading insurance companies appears on "Michigan Matters" this Sunday to talk about the federal Affordable Care Act and what it means to Metro Detroiters.
"Detroit's already helped lead the American comeback in manufacturing," the President said.
The President said the wide-ranging bill multitasks by helping boost jobs, innovation, research and conservation.
President Barack Obama will be at Michigan State University on Friday to sign the far-reaching farm bill.
Congress has given its final approval to a sweeping five-year farm bill that provides food for the needy and subsidies for farmers.
Amir Hekmati has been held in Iran on spying charges for more than two years.
Gov. Snyder says the economy is first among the challenges facing the president.
Former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm will take on a pivotal role in the next presidential race.
Grand Rapids, Mich.-based Cornerstone argue that the mandate requiring insurance plans to cover birth control coverage violates their religious freedom.
Steve Harvey sat down with President Barack Obama for a one-on-one interview at the White House On Friday, December 13, 2013. The interview is part of a special episode of his daytime show.
The decision comes after the faulty launch of a federal health care website in October — on which just 1,300 Michigan residents picked a plan.
Imagine how social security was first administered. Now imagine how the Affordable Care Act could look in 75 years.
The work is part of efforts announced last month by the administration of President Barack Obama to help Detroit.
"The American people would get better government out of Monkey Island at the local zoo than we're giving them today."
"The problem is if you incrementalize this stuff then other people are willing to leave their homes and create more and more blight."
While a federal bailout isn't on the table, the White House wants Detroit to take advantage of existing programs to rebuild and right itself financially.
Police in Detroit are asking for the public's help after they say an individual stole a handgun and credit cards from a truck on the city's west side last month.
An officer with the Detroit Police Department is accused of stealing explicit photos from a woman's phone as she was detained, the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office said Saturday.
The zipper head on the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuits poses a danger to babies, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
An EF-3 tornado moved through Union City, Michigan, during Friday night's severe storms in the southwest part of the state, according to the National Weather Service.
All six service members died during an unmanned aircraft system attack in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait.
A water main break in Farmington Hills, Michigan, that happened early Saturday has spurred a boil water advisory for Walled Lake and a portion of Novi, according to the Great Lakes Water Authority.
An EF-3 tornado moved through Union City, Michigan, during Friday night's severe storms in the southwest part of the state, according to the National Weather Service.
At least two tornadoes were reported in Southwest Michigan on Friday amid severe weather, according to CBS Detroit's Chief Meteorologist Ahmad Bajjey.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
An officer with the Detroit Police Department is accused of stealing explicit photos from a woman's phone as she was detained, the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office said Saturday.
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.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
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.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
The zipper head on the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuits poses a danger to babies, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
All six service members died during an unmanned aircraft system attack in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait.
Italian Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, 68, is currently the Holy See's ambassador to the United Nations in New York.
Matthew Tkachuk had his sixth career hat trick and the Florida Panthers beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-1 on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
Surging global oil prices due to the Iran war are leading to a spike in gasoline costs for U.S. motorists.
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.
Oksana Masters has competed at every Paralympics since 2012 and is the most decorated American Winter Paralympian.
Matthew Tkachuk had his sixth career hat trick and the Florida Panthers beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-1 on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
Former University of Michigan coach Sherrone Moore has pleaded no contest to a pair of misdemeanor charges.
Detroit Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker says he has requested a release from the team.
Victor Wembanyama had 38 points, 16 rebounds and five blocks and the San Antonio Spurs never trailed in completing a sweep of Detroit, beating the Pistons 121-106 on Thursday night.
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.
Breezy and dry overnight and Sunday
A water main break that happened Saturday near the border of Farmington Hills and Novi in Michigan is flooding streets and closing down businesses. Areas surrounding the break are under a boil water advisory. Veronica Ortega reports on where crews are in the repair process.
At least four people are dead and 12 are injured after multiple tornadoes were reported in Southwest Michigan on Friday. Julia Avant reports from Union City where rescue teams spent hours on Saturday making sure people were accounted for.
The Detroit Red Wings were relatively active ahead of the trade deadline on Friday. The Wings made three trades this week, including bringing in a top veteran name to help support the defense.
Three former presidents were among the dignitaries in Chicago on Friday, celebrating the life of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson.