Alligator rescued from Detroit woman's home
Mark Rosenthal with Animal Magic says the woman found the alligator in her recently deceased son's room about a week after she laid him to rest. Rosenthal says the rescue took about half an hour.
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Mark Rosenthal with Animal Magic says the woman found the alligator in her recently deceased son's room about a week after she laid him to rest. Rosenthal says the rescue took about half an hour.
Police are on the manhunt for a suspect in connection with a fatal shooting at a "barbershop operation" that was run in the back of a Detroit school.
Communities across Metro Detroit are reeling from surges in Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids and arrests, particularly in areas with bustling businesses and growing families.
This year's White House Christmas tree comes from Korson's Tree Farms in Sidney, Michigan.
Demolition has begun at the former Safariland zoo structures on Belle Isle as part of a redevelopment and update for the island on the Detroit River.
Detroit police are ramping up security for the annual tree lighting ceremony on Friday.
All buildings in the Clarkston Community Schools district in Oakland County, Michigan, went into "shelter in place" mode on Wednesday morning in response to confirmation of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents seeking multiple individuals in the area, the school district said.
The Livonia Police Department shared security video of a business break-in on Oct. 30, 2025, as they seek tips from the public on the suspect's identity and other information on recent break-ins.
Michigan State Police provided this video of the Trooper 2 aviation unit working with state troopers on the ground to track the location of a stolen vehicle as the driver headed toward the MGM Grand Detroit.
All buildings in the Clarkston Community Schools district in Oakland County, Michigan, went into "shelter in place" mode on Wednesday morning in response to confirmation of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents seeking multiple individuals in the area, the school district said.
Two Michigan turkeys will live to see another day, having been pardoned from the potential fate of a Thanksgiving dinner table. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer gave the order, following up on a social media contest that gave the birds the names of Faygo and Vernors.
A bill forcing the Department of Justice to release all unclassified Jeffrey Epstein files will soon head to President Trump's desk. The president says that he will sign it. CBS News details what happened in Congress and what's next.
Authorities say a Wayne County deputy fired shots at a suspect as the man rammed into a squad car during a traffic stop on Tuesday in Detroit.
The Hamtramck mayoral race was certified, but a candidate said he may seek a recount. A middle school in Wyandotte is closed because of an illness outbreak. Sports, weather and other top stories.
A two-car crash closed the westbound lanes of I-96 at Inkster Road in Livonia Wednesday morning.
A video posted by the Michigan nonprofit Animal Magic showcased an alligator the agency rescued from a Detroit woman's home. The gator had belonged to the woman's son, but he died recently, and the reptile was still at the home.
A Wayne County sheriff's deputy fired his weapon after a squad car was rammed during a traffic stop. The incident happened Tuesday morning near Woodward and Arizona Street in Highland Park.
Former Hamtramck Police Chief Jamiel Altaheri maybe looking to move to New York for new job. Altaheri previously worked for the NYPD before he came to Michigan.
Anti-Islam demonstrators clashed with counter-protestors on Tuesday in Dearborn as a group of a few dozen marched toward city hall, shouting Islamophobic rhetoric.
Two weeks after Election Day, the Wayne County Board of Canvassers has now officially certified the results of the Hamtramck mayoral race, determining that Adam Alharbi won by six votes against City Councilman Muhith Mahmood. Now, Mahmood is calling for a recount.
With cities nationwide seeing increased raids and arrests by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, including Detroit, fears over what could happen to undocumented families continue to grow.
Federal investigators, SWAT, and Dearborn police were active early Tuesday morning, serving an arrest warrant near the corner of Queen and Oxford streets in connection with an armed assault in 2021.
Two weeks after Election Day, the Wayne County Board of Canvassers has now officially certified the results of the Hamtramck mayoral race and city council elections.
The Detroit Police Department and Chase partnered for a scam prevention workshop, warning consumers that the holidays are a major time for scammers.
To combat domestic violence crime in Warren, the police department launched an initiative called Operation Cycle Break in May 2025.
An individual is in custody after a person was killed and another was seriously injured in a shooting on Detroit's east side Friday night, according to police.
Thunderstorms moving through Southeast Michigan early Saturday afternoon have prompted the Federal Aviation Administration to issue a ground stop at Detroit Metro Airport.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
The chamber says the former director was fired, effective immediately, and that it has taken steps to secure its accounts and prevent further loss.
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit by the Trump administration that accused Washtenaw County officials of obstructing federal immigration enforcement operations.
Thunderstorms moving through Southeast Michigan early Saturday afternoon have prompted the Federal Aviation Administration to issue a ground stop at Detroit Metro Airport.
Detroit police say they are investigating a drive-by shooting that injured four people, including a child, on Friday.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
Two Dearborn police officers have been released from a local hospital after being shot by a suspect early Friday morning in Wayne County, authorities said.
The owner is also fighting a $64,000 seizure and care fee to Oakland County after they took her horses on Aug. 13.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
There's just about every kind of artist and artwork you can imagine in Brighton at the third annual street art fair.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit by the Trump administration that accused Washtenaw County officials of obstructing federal immigration enforcement operations.
Chief Justice John Roberts issued a stay that will remain in place until the Supreme Court takes further action.
An alternative measure of unemployment that accounts for wages suggests the U.S. labor market is weaker than it looks.
Ground beef prices, now averaging nearly $7 a pound, remain historically high due to shrinking cattle herds.
Providers, students, clients and community members gathered outside the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan headquarters to urge the organization to pursue solutions that preserve access to care.
The new facility brings a wide range of services together under one roof, including workforce development programs, educational opportunities, behavioral health support and family services.
A human case of West Nile virus in West Michigan was detected through routine screening of a blood donation, health officials say.
The number of new cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan is starting to noticeably slow down, but state health officials are still tracking the summer outbreak.
Michigan is reporting its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as EEE, since 2021.
The University of Utah is suing former assistant coach Freddie Whittingham for breach of contract after he left to join his brother Kyle's staff at Michigan.
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is being held out of practice with a hip injury, and coach Dan Campbell is hopeful the ailment doesn't linger into the season.
Michigan Athletics announced that it will be displaying advertisements for Coca-Cola, Meijer and Google Gemini at the 99-year-old Michigan Stadium for the first time.
Brandon Lowe homered off Detroit closer Kenley Jansen with two outs in the ninth inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Tigers.
Michigan faces a challenging season with six opponents in the preseason AP Top 25.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
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Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
Scattered showers and a few storms are expected Saturday afternoon, while cooler air arrives for a brief break on Sunday.
The American Arab Chamber of Commerce has terminated its executive director, Bilal Hammoud, after the organization discovered funds that could not be accounted for.
The Detroit Police Department says an investigation is ongoing after a woman and a man were found dead inside a home Thursday night.
Detroit police say they are investigating a drive-by shooting that injured four people, including a child, on Friday.
The owner of more than three dozen horses taken by Oakland County Animal Control last week is fighting back in court.