1 dead after touching power line
A man is dead after coming into contact with a power line in Sterling Heights. The accident happened Monday in the area of 60 Mile and Mound roads.
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A man is dead after coming into contact with a power line in Sterling Heights. The accident happened Monday in the area of 60 Mile and Mound roads.
Teachers in the Birmingham Public School District in Beverly Hills, Michigan, walked a picket line Tuesday, voicing their anger about starting the school year without a contract. While teachers started their year Tuesday, students have their first day of school on Sept. 2.
College and university campuses across the country are dealing with a wave of hoaxes involving mass shootings. The recent string of incidents included one Monday at University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. CBS News has this report.
The search continues this morning for three missing teenagers from Detroit. They were last seen Monday on the city's east side.
Controversy has erupted over whether President Trump has the authority to remove a Federal Reserve board governor. Other news from the White House includes disputes over National Guard deployments. CBS News has this report.
Two have been charged in the aftermath of a fatal shooting at Henry Ford Hospital. Some Southeast Michigan schools are dealing with suspected mold cleanup. Sports, weather and other top stories.
It was the first day of school for many students across Metro Detroit. At Fisher Magnet Upper Academy in Detroit, students were greeted with the annual clap-in event.
A man is dead after coming into contact with a power line on Monday in Sterling Heights, Michigan.
An independent investigation has revealed details on allegations of misconduct against Hamtramck city officials, including the police chief.
The man accused of shooting and killing his ex-wife at Henry Ford Hospital on Friday has been charged with first-degree premeditated murder. A second person was charged with accessory after the fact and lying to a police officer.
The Detroit Public Schools Community District is entering the 2025 -2026 school year with some changes to its special education department.
After a transgender immigrant woman was detained following a traffic stop by Romulus police, local advocacy groups are speaking out, highlighting challenges LGBTQ immigrants face while in federal custody.
The man suspected of hitting a Dearborn man with his vehicle stood before a judge for the first time Monday. He faces multiple charges, including assault with intent to murder, which carries a life sentence if convicted.
Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of the teen convicted in the fatal Oxford High School shooting in 2021, is asking the Michigan Court of Appeals to throw out her convictions on involuntary manslaughter and issue an acquittal.
A group of talented young ladies with the Limited Edition Baton Twirling Corps in Livingston County came home with gold, silver and bronze medals at the International Baton Twirling Federation World Majorette Championships this summer in Italy.
Charges are expected after a woman was shot and killed by her ex-husband on Friday at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.
Kentucky State University and Central State University will battle it out this weekend at Ford Field for the Detroit Football Classic. Cheryl Parks Ajamu gives a preview of the game and the HBCU culture that will be represented on the field and with the fan activities.
Hospitality Included Fest 25 follows a unique community model in that guests are asked to pay for entry tickets to allow others to attend. Here's a look at the food and activities from festival Sunday in the Detroit design district on the city's north end.
Formal charges against the suspect after an assault involving a vehicle are pending from the Wayne County prosecutor's office.
The University of South Carolina has been given the all clear after getting reports of an active shooter on campus. Those reports came in Sunday, and students were told to shelter in place when police scanned the area. They found no evidence that an active shooter was ever on campus.
Multiple postal services around Europe have announced that they are suspending the shipment of many packages to the United States amid a lack of clarity over new import duties. "Key questions remain unresolved, particularly regarding how and by whom customs duties will be collected in the future, what additional data will be required, and how the data transmission to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection will be carried out," DHL, the largest shipping provider in Europe, said in a statement.
A party mood greeted students at Fisher Magnet Upper Academy in Detroit for the first day of school on Aug. 25 - with a "clap in" featuring live music, photo booths and applause.
Canada is expected to remove its tariffs on some American goods, specifically for goods that comply with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement. CBS News has this report.
The first day of class was postponed for Dundee Elementary, Dundee Middle School and now also Saline Middle School as officials in their respective Monroe County and Washtenaw County communities address mold remediation issues.
There are now more than 2,000 National Guard troops patrolling the nation's capital and some of them are now carrying weapons. That update comes as President Trump faces growing criticism from local officials after he threatened to deploy the National Guard to other major US cities. CBS News has this report.
The Detroit Police Department is seeking the public's help in finding a 52-year-old woman who went missing on Thursday.
Barbecue lovers are trying to save an iconic Detroit business in danger of closing for good on Sunday.
Terrance Gore, a former outfielder and three-time World Series champion known for his blazing speed on the base paths, has died at 34 years old, according to Major League Baseball officials.
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Fire Chief Joseph Murray says they were in contact with the driver and are not aware of any injuries.
A 41-year-old woman is dead after she was hit by a vehicle in Monroe Township on Friday evening, according to the Michigan State Police.
Barbecue lovers are trying to save an iconic Detroit business in danger of closing for good on Sunday.
The Detroit Police Department is seeking the public's help in finding a 52-year-old woman who went missing on Thursday.
Seven guns have been seized by police and an individual was detained after a reported shooting in Inkster, Michigan, on Thursday, according to police.
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.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Lead singer and frontman Dee Snider said he suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
Legionella testing at Oakland County government facilities has detected the bacteria in the water systems of two additional buildings.
When the temperatures plummet, and the snow starts piling up, most of us have the same instinct: retreat indoors, crank up the heat, and get cozy.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan has started to offer vasectomy services in Grand Rapids, with plans to expand the procedure across the state.
Terrance Gore, a former outfielder and three-time World Series champion known for his blazing speed on the base paths, has died at 34 years old, according to Major League Baseball officials.
Ryan's father led the Jets from 2009-14, including back-to-back appearances in the AFC Championship Game.
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
Another cold night before warmer air moves in
Investigators were back at the home of Nancy Guthrie on Friday, nearly a week after she went missing. They were seen taking a closer look at the roof of her house and at a car in Tucson, Arizona. Andres Gutierrez shares details about the ongoing search for the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie.
Parks Old Style Bar-B-Q in Detroit's North End neighborhood is in danger of closing after 60 years of business. Veronica Ortega spoke to people who lined up outside in cold conditions to give patronage to the business.
Hundreds of students stepped into the spotlight at Cass Technical High School on Saturday for the Detroit Public Schools Community District Spelling Bee. Teachers say the competition is about more than just spelling.
A parking garage in Dearborn that partially caved in Friday night was still very dangerous almost a day after the incident, according to city officials. Julia Avant spoke with Dearborn Fire Chief Joseph Murray about a motorist who was rescued around two hours after the collapse.