6th Annual Detroit is Me Back-to-School Empowerment Event returns
The 6th Annual Detroit is Me Back-to-School Empowerment Event is hosted by PAL at The Corner Ballpark.
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The 6th Annual Detroit is Me Back-to-School Empowerment Event is hosted by PAL at The Corner Ballpark.
Crews are working to put out a massive fire that broke out at a mulch storage facility on Detroit's west side Tuesday night, officials said.
A Michigan doctor has been charged with multiple sex crimes after secretly children and adults, including at Metro Detroit hospitals, a swim club and more; the 2024 Democratic National Convention continues as Day 3 gets underway and more on the latest top stories.
Lakeview Public Schools is expanding its partnership with Zebra K9s to include vape-sniffing dogs. According to Superintendent Karl Paulson, they used K9s that detected firearms, explosives, and narcotics last school year and enjoyed great success.
Former President Donald Trump spoke on Tuesday at the Livingston County Sheriff's Office, taking aim at Vice President Kamala Harris and focusing on inflation, jobs, illegal immigration and law enforcement.
August is National Water Quality Month, and the International Joint Commission calls for more precise water testing in Michigan lakes. Joan B. Rose, an expert in microbiology at Michigan State University, joined CBS News Detroit to talk about water quality.
As students head back to the classroom, nearly a third of shoppers say they expect to take on debt when they buy school supplies. Ted Rossman, senior industry analyst at Bankrate, joined CBS News Detroit to provide tips on how to save.
Police are seeking the public's help in locating a man who was caught on camera setting a car on fire in Detroit last week.
The sixth annual Detroit is Me Back-to-School Empowerment event kicks off on Wednesday. Ali Koussan, owner of Sunny's and an event sponsor, joined CBS News Detroit to talk about the event.
The International Joint Commission, a collaboration between the United States and Canada, calls for more precise water testing in our lakes. Reports from the commission show that Michigan's water testing could be improved.
Noor Kestou, owner of Goo Distributors, is charged with involuntary manslaughter after his business caught fire and exploded back in March. Kestou was arrested at John F. Kennedy International Airport in April. At that time, it was believed he purchased a one-way ticket to China. He was issued a $500,000 bond, and the judge ordered him to wear a tether. On Tuesday, prosecutor Sian Hengeveld revealed that Kestou's defense provided proof he did not intend to flee the country.
First responders in Birmingham are taking a hands-on approach to help those struggling with opioid addiction.
Ahead of next week's roster cuts, Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell said Tuesday that at least five spots are still up for grabs.
Former President Donald Trump spoke on Tuesday at the Livingston County Sheriff's Office, taking aim at Vice President Kamala Harris, focusing on inflation, jobs, illegal immigration and law enforcement.
After enduring trash woes from GFL (Green for Life) in June and July, township leaders are hoping to compensate residents who dealt with this.
The first day of testimony in the trial of a man accused of killing a transgender woman in Highland Park ended abruptly.
Several prominent Democrats are expected to speak on Day 2 of the DNC, with former President Barack Obama set to deliver the keynote address.
Oumair Aejaz, 40, of Rochester Hills, has been charged with one count of child sexually abusive activity, four counts of capturing an image of an unclothed person, five counts of child sexually abusive activity and five counts of using a computer to commit a crime.
Michigan officials say they have not been able to identify the human remains found on the Michigan property belonging to Dale Warner, who is charged with murder in his wife's disappearance.
A man held on the ground by security guards at a Detroit-area shopping mall repeatedly said, "I can't breathe," before the confrontation ended with his death, a witness testified Tuesday, more than 10 years later.
As kids get ready to head back to school, we have some important tips on how to protect your child's privacy.
The Detroit Police Department is seeking assistance from the public after a suspect smashed the window of a car in a post office's parking lot and then set the vehicle on fire last week.
The first Brighton Street Art Fair takes over downtown Brighton on Aug. 23-25.
The annual Detroit is Me Back-to-School Empowerment event returns on Wednesday at the Corner Ballpark.
City Bird and Nest previews this weekend's annual North Cass Summer Sidewalk Sale in Detroit.
From Flint to freshman phenom, John McKenney II says his son is always ready when the lights are brightest.
Aside from the Detroit Tigers' home opener against the St. Louis Cardinals, it's sure to be a Final Four showdown on Saturday, as Michigan takes on Arizona.
Detroit police say the officer was at the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center when the firearm went off.
A Flint, Michigan, man accused of killing a 67-year-old man in 2019 was convicted of murder for a second time after a new trial.
The University of Michigan men's basketball team has made its way to the Final Four on Saturday for the first time since 2018.
Aside from the Detroit Tigers' home opener against the St. Louis Cardinals, it's sure to be a Final Four showdown on Saturday, as Michigan takes on Arizona.
A man walked into the Livonia police station lobby with a knife and threatened to kill everyone before stabbing an officer during a struggle, police say.
A neighbor called Michigan Humane after spotting a puppy in the chimney of an abandoned home with a crumbling foundation, prompting the fire department to step in.
From Flint to freshman phenom, John McKenney II says his son is always ready when the lights are brightest.
Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick accuses federal prosecutors of "bullying" in their attempt to collect money following his 2013 conviction.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared an energy emergency in eight Southeast Michigan counties amid rising gas prices across the state.
General Motors has announced that it's making another round of layoffs at its Factory Zero plant in Metro Detroit. The latest round, the second this year, impacts roughly 1,300 workers and is due to a readjustment of operations amid declining electric vehicle demand.
Cities in Michigan lose big tax revenue from pollution-control tax breaks, and many do not track what they give up.
Gas prices are currently hovering just below $4 a gallon in much of Michgan, AAA says.
Henry Ford introduced the moving assembly line, a system that reshaped industrial production and helped make automobiles more accessible to the public.
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
The bag, called the "Gold Standard Cassette Tape," features a bold, nostalgic design inspired by classic cassette tapes.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
It's a sign that Metro Detroiters are ready to say goodbye to winter and welcome spring, and the Marche du Nain Rouge is a feast for the eyes.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
Dillon Dingler homered, Framber Valdez pitched six shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers ended a four-game losing streak with a 4-0 win over the St. Louis Cardinals in their home opener.
Officials from 23 states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit seeking to block President Trump's executive order that aims to restrict mail voting.
A neighbor called Michigan Humane after spotting a puppy in the chimney of an abandoned home with a crumbling foundation, prompting the fire department to step in.
The eye drops — sold under multiple brands — have been recalled over concerns about sterility, according to the FDA.
Hiring was much stronger than expected in March, with employers adding roughly three times the number of jobs economists predicted.
Prosecutors allege the dentist billed Medicaid for large numbers of unnecessary dental crown work on patients that was not provided.
According to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, there have been eight confirmed measles cases in the state in 2026.
A water services provider and its president are accused of falsifying water safety and discharge tests for private water systems serving mobile home communities in Michigan.
Michigan communities have received millions from a national opioid settlement, but some haven't spent any funds yet.
Paramedics and emergency medical technicians face a harsh reality in Michigan.
From Flint to freshman phenom, John McKenney II says his son is always ready when the lights are brightest.
The University of Michigan men's basketball team has made its way to the Final Four on Saturday for the first time since 2018.
Dillon Dingler homered, Framber Valdez pitched six shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers ended a four-game losing streak with a 4-0 win over the St. Louis Cardinals in their home opener.
The Detroit Tigers open their 2026 home schedule on Friday, April 3, against the St. Louis Cardinals with a three-game series.
Michigan starting point guard Elliot Cadeau has rejoined his teammates for the Final Four and said his allergic reaction that required hospitalization a day earlier was due to an accidental exposure to nuts.
There's a focus on Michigan's defense industry as a national convention comes to Detroit in a few weeks, with over 11,000 people expected at Huntington Place.
Dave Coulter updates Oakland County's move to its new offices in downtown Pontiac and when that might take place.
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.
Some of Michigan's biggest fans are heading to Indianapolis to cheer on the Michigan Wolverines in the Final Four this weekend. However, no one will be cheering louder than the athletes' parents. CBS News Detroit spoke with the father of freshman Trey McKenney to learn about what led him to the Wolverines and the Final Four.
Dozens participate in the annual Walk for Hope to take a stand against gun violence.
While many Michigan Wolverine fans traveled to Indianapolis for the Final Four, many stayed in Ann Arbor. Police are now preparing for any planned celebrations in the area.
The Michigan Wolverines are less than 24 hours from competing in the Final Four against Arizona. It is the team's first time in the Final Four since 2018.
Detroit police made their presence Friday night as large crowds gathered around the downtown area. Police say it was in response after dozens of teens flooded the area Monday night.