Michigan Science Center explains the principle of flight
With fall being bird migration season Domenic Roberto from the Michigan Science Center explains how birds use the air currents to help them fly long distance.
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With fall being bird migration season Domenic Roberto from the Michigan Science Center explains how birds use the air currents to help them fly long distance.
More than a thousand U.S. Department of Health and Human Services workers have a signed a letter asking Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr. to resign. CBS News has this report.
Gel manicures are popular for their shine and long lasting wear, but a chemical called TPO often used in gel polish is now banned in Europe. CBS News has this report.
A suspect is in custody in the deaths of 41-year-old Linda Hill and 12-year-old Kardi Jackson of Hazel Park, MIchigan, although that person's name and charges have not yet been announced by police.
A balloon release and vigil took place Wednesday for a woman and her son who were killed in Hazel Park. Skeletal remains were found in a Detroit back yard. Other top stories and weather.
Michigan lawmakers are trying to put the power of setting speed limits in the hands of local leaders.
Heartbreak and shock have gripped the Hazel Park community after the tragic deaths of Linda Hill and her 12-year-old son, Kardi Jackson.
Port St. Lucie police said that one of its detectives was working in an undercover manner, portraying the mother of a young girl, when a man began an online conversation with her "to see if she would allow her 5-year-old to be courted by and have a sexual relationship with him."
Detroit police confirmed that skeletal remains were found in the backyard of a residence in the 20500 block of Terrell Avenue near 8 Mile Road and Van Dyke Avenue.
Michigan's deer hunting season will kick off with a youth hunt Sept. 13-14. Young hunters still need a license to hunt that weekend.
The family of 41-year-old Linda Hill and her 12-year-old son, Kardi Jackson, is speaking out after a suspect in their murder was arrested.
A court battle between the University of Michigan and a psychedelic mushroom festival continues after an emergency hearing at Washtenaw County circuit court was transferred to the court of claims.
President Trump says he wants to send National Guard troops to new cities he claims are crime-ridden, including New Orleans, Louisiana, and Baltimore, Maryland. The talks come as lawmakers look to extend the presence of troops in Washington D.C. Taurean Small has more from the White House.
Birmingham's planning director says the city is "eager to bring new uses" to the area on Woodward Avenue where Hunter House has been since 1952. Alysia Burgio is getting answers to find out what's in store for the well-known restaurant.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel alleges that Shelley Letzer, 68, of West Bloomfield, and Kirk Lanam, 53, of Hartland, fraudulently obtained legal power of attorney from the 87-year-old in March 2024 and knew that the man was a "vulnerable or incapacitated adult with a court-appointed guardian."
A Southeast Michigan doctor was arrested by the U.S. Marshals Service in the aftermath of a Florida police investigation involving solicitation of a sexual relationship with a 5-year-old girl.
One man is dead and a firefighter hurt after a fire at a two-story home in Detroit's west side. Firefighters they found a man in the basement of the home. He died at the hospital. The firefighter fell while working inside the home.
Growth Works provides its Southeast Michigan clients with support as they navigate substance use treatment and the youth justice system. The agency has started a peer-to-peer support program as part of its services.
A Detroit police officer is recovering this morning after a crash while responding to a call. Investigators say the officer slowed down at an intersection, with emergency lights on, when a driver on the I-96 service drive at Schafer failed to stop. The officer and the other driver were treated for their injuries.
A man died in the aftermath of a fire Tuesday night in Detroit; and one of the firefighters working at the scene was injured.
Artificial intelligence is being used to revitalize endangered indigenous languages in northern Michigan.
In yet another shakeup among the leadership at Hamtramck city hall, Khalil Refai is stepping down as Mayor Pro Tem and will return, for now, to his former role as a city council member.
A family and community tribute to Linda Hill and her son Kardi Jackson, who lived in Hazel Park, Michigan, has been announced for Wednesday night. In the meantime, police say a man has been taken into custody as the homicide investigation continues.
The House Oversight Committee on Tuesday released more than 33,000 pages of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, a well-connected financier whose sex trafficking charges and 2019 death in federal custody have drawn years of public speculation. In the meantime, President Trump said Tuesday he plans to send the National Guard to Chicago. CBS News has this report.
An arrest has been made in the homicide of a woman and her son in Hazel Park. The Powerball jackpot continues to climb. Weather and other top stories.
The high winds are causing headaches at Detroit Metro Airport as well as some of the nation's busiest airports, as dozens of delays and cancellations were reported on Monday.
Patrick Kane scored twice for Detroit to move into sole possession of fourth place on the all-time goals list for NHL players born in the U.S. and lead the Red Wings to a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Monday night.
A Michigan man was convicted in connection with the 2023 murder of his pregnant wife, according to the Michigan Attorney General's Office.
The vice president last visited Michigan in September 2025.
Peters and Slotkin requested a response from NWS within 30 days.
Dearborn Heights police confirmed that the call was routed to them at about 12:26 p.m. on March 12, around the same time as the attack in West Bloomfield.
The vice president last visited Michigan in September 2025.
Three people are dead and one seriously injured in the aftermath of a two-vehicle crash early Monday on Cass Avenue, police say.
The high winds are causing headaches at Detroit Metro Airport as well as some of the nation's busiest airports, as dozens of delays and cancellations were reported on Monday.
Patrick Kane scored twice for Detroit to move into sole possession of fourth place on the all-time goals list for NHL players born in the U.S. and lead the Red Wings to a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Monday night.
The United Auto Workers says that Detroit Diesel is adding a third shift, recalling laid-off workers and hiring dozens more people.
AAA says motorists are paying an average of $3.53 a gallon for regular unleaded gas in the United States.
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.
Short film director Sam Davis gave a shout out to his Michigan hometown when accepting an Oscar award on Sunday.
The film follows CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp through their seven-year journey to document the toll of America's school shooting epidemic.
The acclaimed filmmaker, who died in February at age 96, revolutionized the art of documentaries with such films as "Titicut Follies." In an interview recorded last year, the pioneering Wiseman talked about his unusual production methods aimed at capturing life.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
The high winds are causing headaches at Detroit Metro Airport as well as some of the nation's busiest airports, as dozens of delays and cancellations were reported on Monday.
Patrick Kane scored twice for Detroit to move into sole possession of fourth place on the all-time goals list for NHL players born in the U.S. and lead the Red Wings to a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Monday night.
The vice president last visited Michigan in September 2025.
Peters and Slotkin requested a response from NWS within 30 days.
A person believed to be the ex-wife of the suspect in the attack at Michigan's Temple Israel told authorities that the suspect was "not stable" ahead of the attack, according to a 911 call obtained by CBS News Detroit.
A second resident of Washtenaw County is suspected to have measles, as health officials continue an investigation about potential cases and exposure sites.
A measles case has been confirmed in Washtenaw County, with health officials investigating when and where others may have been exposed in Southeast Michigan.
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.
Patrick Kane scored twice for Detroit to move into sole possession of fourth place on the all-time goals list for NHL players born in the U.S. and lead the Red Wings to a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Monday night.
The top 16 seeds in the 68-team women's NCAA field will host first- and second-round games, with the regional rounds being played at two neutral sites for the fourth straight year.
The Detroit Pistons were topped by the Raptors 119-108 on Sunday. Brandon Ingram had a game-high 34 points for Toronto.
Duke is the top overall seed in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament, with Arizona, Michigan, and Florida also landing on the No. 1 line.
The Boilermakers won the Big Ten Tournament for the first time since 2023 and the third time overall.
Gardner White opened doors in Detroit in 1912, and the retailer continues to expand with nine new stores planned this year.
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 Hazel Park School board appears to table the decision to buy out the superintendent's contract during a meeting on Monday.
Three people who were killed in a crash early Monday morning in Detroit have been identified as Wayne State University students, university officials said.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is offering security training for houses of worship, businesses and other organizations after the attack at Temple Israel.
A person believed to be the ex-wife of the suspect in the attack at Michigan's Temple Israel last week told authorities that the suspect was "not stable" ahead of the attack, according to a 911 call obtained by CBS News Detroit.
The high winds are causing headaches at Detroit Metro Airport as well as some of the nation's busiest airports.