Fate of Belle Isle icon up for debate, facing demolition
The fate of a Belle Isle icon is up for debate, and now the future of a centuries-old building could be in your hands.
Watch CBS News
The fate of a Belle Isle icon is up for debate, and now the future of a centuries-old building could be in your hands.
The DNR is considering options, such as investing in repairs or demolishing the building to repurpose the space, and will decide in early 2024.
A 623-foot freighter ran aground in the Detroit River Monday morning, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.
A popular picnic in Detroit ended in disappointment after being shut down early by park rangers.
Those that have been to Belle Isle recently may have noticed some new road markings.
Belle Isle Park is where hundreds of people decided to spend their Fourth of July, but for one family, it was an opportunity to continue a decades-long tradition.
It wasn't ideal weather for the 2023 Ford Fireworks on Monday night, but that didn't stop the truly dedicated from watching from Belle Isle. Many spectators arrived early to beat the crowds and waited through on-and-off rain showers.
Belle Isle Beach reopened for swimming Monday afternoon after being closed due to high levels of E. coli.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources tested the water at belle isle beach late last week and the results shows elevated levels of E. coli.
Temperatures continue to rise, making it great beach weather, but the Belle Isle Beach has been closed due to high bacteria levels.
Much of Metro Detroit spent their Memorial Day outside getting sunshine and fun times at Belle Isle.
Kids will have the opportunity to learn about the Detroit River and how it serves nearby communities.
A 639-foot freighter carrying a cargo of salt has run aground in the Detroit River off Belle Isle Wednesday morning.
Several buildings on Belle Isle are getting a much-needed facelift, and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is working hard to ensure these improvements last for many years to come.
A Detroit mother is suing the city, the Michigan Department of Transportation and the park manager, alleging that the slide at Belle Isle gave her two sons concussions when they slid down.
The Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory at Belle Isle Park in Detroit is set to close on Nov. 14 for renovations and will be reopened in May 2024.
It was an afternoon of sipping beer on the Detroit River outside of the Belle Isle Boat House and it was for a good cause, to raise money to go towards restoring it.
The Tree Climbing Championships Masters Challenge event took place Sunday morning in Belle Isle Park.
Climbers are looking to reach new heights in a competitive tree climbing event at Belle Isle Park in Detroit.
