City of Howell hire PR firm to rehab image
A public relations firm out of Holland, Michigan has a big task ahead of them to rehabilitate the city of Howell's image after multiple instances of racist behavior.
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A public relations firm out of Holland, Michigan has a big task ahead of them to rehabilitate the city of Howell's image after multiple instances of racist behavior.
March 13, or 313 Day, is a celebration for Detroiters honoring the culture of the Motor City. CBS News Detroit caught up with a few people to talk about what 313 Day means to them.
The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department says it is working with insurance adjusters to check the 89 vehicles that are currently in the claims process.
Police in Hamtramck, Michigan, are searching for a suspect they claim could be responsible for multiple incidents of vandalism and theft involving pride flags at a person's home.
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that he agrees in principle with a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine that the U.S. has proposed. However, Putin said more talks are needed and that terms need to be worked out.
In February, Anthony Hudson of Grand Blanc Township joined what is already a busy candidate field for Michigan's next governor. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a Democrat, is facing a term limit and unable to run again for that office in 2026.
The Warren Police Department released bodycam footage Thursday during an update after a man was shot and killed by officers earlier this week. The incident happened at around 10:15 p.m. Monday, Warren police responded to a home in the 27000 block of Railroad Street regarding a domestic disturbance after a woman called to report that a man, 41-year-old Kenneth Beno of Warren, had been armed with a knife and later ran away from the residence.
Detroit vs Everybody is debuting a new collection that allows Detroiters to wear pride. The new collection highlights 20 legendary Detroit streets.
Customers at participating McDonald's in southeast Michigan can order a 313 Day Meal that features a Double Filet-O-Fish, four pieces of McNuggets, a medium fries and a Vernors Boston Cooler.
Launched in 2016, The Noble Brand provides Detroiters with luxury home fragrance products to help elevate their self-care routine.
President Trump has slammed the European Union for placing a 50% tariff on American whiskey. In a post on Truth Social, Mr. Trump said that if "this tariff is not removed immediately, the U.S. will shortly place a 200% tariff on all wines, champagnes, & alcoholic products coming out of France and other E.U. represented countries."
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said Thursday that he will not run for Michigan's open Senate seat in 2026, leaving the door open for a possible bid for the White House in 2028.
The Warren Police Department released bodycam footage Thursday during an update after a man was shot and killed by officers earlier this week.
March 13 is 313 Day, an unofficial holiday to celebrate all things Detroit. In honor of 313 Day, the Michigan Science Center has a nucleation experiment using a Detroit favorite pop.
A Livonia woman has been arrested as part of a human trafficking investigation; DTE Energy is asking for another rate hike in April and more on your top headlines.
A 44-year-old Livonia woman accused of running a human trafficking operation in three massage businesses was arrested and charged following a months-long investigation.
The Wayne County Prosecutor's Office said Wednesday that it has received a warrant request related to the deaths of two children who died in February while sleeping in a van parked inside a Hollywood parking structure.
Batch Brewing Company owner Stephen Roginson raised the issue of local breweries closing. While he's been able to keep his doors open, the same can't be said for many of his friends in the industry.
It's been more than three weeks since a water main break in Southwest Detroit flooded hundreds of homes. Mayor Mike Duggan provided an update Wednesday on repair and recovery efforts.
After the University of Michigan received a letter on Tuesday from the U.S. Department of Education warning them of potential consequences surrounding what it calls antisemitic discrimination and harassment, one of the largest Jewish-led organizations at the university says the school is already making efforts to change.
A man who was pulled from a lake in Living County, Michigan, Wednesday after falling through ice has died.
A long-standing staple in the village of Clarkston, Michigan, is set to close this week.
After getting approval for a $217-million rate hike back in January, DTE Energy has applied for another rate hike to be considered in April.
Canada and the European Union have announced retaliatory tariffs following new U.S. tariffs that took effect overnight on aluminum and steel. It comes as the Trump administration makes cuts to the Department of Education by nearly half.
A Detroit woman was startled to find a dead body in her home – and then the Detroit Police Department found a second body. The report was made about 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, when officers were called to the 8700 block of DeSoto Street for a deceased person, according to Detroit police.
The Great Lakes Water Authority is asking residents to be on the lookout for weather-related issues from heavy rainfall.
A crash resulted in traffic backups during Tuesday morning rush on Interstate 696 in Macomb County.
Shortly after all JetBlue flights were grounded by the FAA due to what the agency said was a JetBlue request, the carrier said it had resumed operations.
Residents in Novi, Michigan, attended a city council meeting on Monday to voice their frustrations about another water main break that happened in the last six months.
After severe weather and tornadoes in Southwest Michigan left four people dead and many others working to pick up the pieces, experts want impacted residents to be wary of scams.
Residents in Novi, Michigan, attended a city council meeting on Monday to voice their frustrations about another water main break that happened in the last six months.
After severe weather and tornadoes in Southwest Michigan left four people dead and many others working to pick up the pieces, experts want impacted residents to be wary of scams.
Strong to possibly severe thunderstorms are expected across southeast Michigan Tuesday night into Wednesday as a powerful storm system moves through the Great Lakes.
One man and two women were killed in Branch County, a 12-year-old boy was killed in Cass County, as tornadoes struck Southwest Michigan on Friday.
The Great Lakes Water Authority is asking residents to be on the lookout for weather-related issues from heavy rainfall.
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 woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
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.
Vernors ginger ale has been part of Detroit culture for generations.
Michigan farmers face intense pressure to sell land as developers offer huge payouts, and state programs struggle to help keep farms intact.
Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, has reached a deal with the Department of Justice as part of a high-stakes antitrust trial.
Two men from Pennsylvania are facing federal charges for the incident. Video captured someone yelling "Allahu Akbar" just as a protester threw an "ignited device" during an anti-Islam demonstration in New York City.
Artificial intelligence can give some workers "brain fry" if overused, according to a new study published in Harvard Business Review.
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.
More changes are happening within the Detroit Lions organization after the team reportedly acquired Carolina Panthers center Cade Mays and Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Larry Borom.
Tarik Skubal is thinking about pitching again for the United States in the World Baseball Classic after the Detroit Tigers ace had previously planned to make just one start.
John Gibson and Cam Talbot combined to make 31 saves, Dominik Shine scored his first NHL goal and the Red Wings beat the Devils 3-0 on Sunday night.
Western Michigan and Eastern Michigan both fired their men's basketball coaches on Sunday, parting ways with former assistants under Michigan State coach Tom Izzo.
Yaxel Lendeborg scored 19 of his 27 points in the first half and Morez Johnson Jr. had 18 points, leading No. 3 Michigan in a 90-80 win over No. 8 Michigan State to give the Big Ten champions a 15th straight conference win Sunday.
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.
Jury deliberations are set to resume Tuesday in Lenawee County Circuit Court in Adrian, Michigan, in the trial of Dale Warner, who is accused of killing his wife Dee Warner.
Novi residents are frustrated with the impact of yet another water main break. Severe weather is possible Tuesday night. Those headlines and other top stories are in our news brief.
President Trump says the end is in sight in the war against Iran. CBS News has this update.
CBS News Detroit's weather team says the potential exists for severe storms Tuesday night, to include large hail, damaging winds, heavy rain and possible strong tornadoes. Here's what to watch for, and when.
A judge has lowered the bond for a Detroit woman who is charged in the accidental shooting that killed her 6-year-old daughter.