Michigan lawmakers discuss gas tax replacement
Michigan has a gas tax, and that funding is used toward road improvements, but as cars use less gas or go electric, lawmakers are considering other ways of funding the state's rough roads.
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Michigan has a gas tax, and that funding is used toward road improvements, but as cars use less gas or go electric, lawmakers are considering other ways of funding the state's rough roads.
National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) issued a severe G4 geomagnetic storm watch on Friday after a storm that is likely through the beginning of the weekend.
An iconic Detroit donut shop is reopening, and residents didn't hesitate to get there on Friday.
Pao Detroit joins CBS News Detroit to share some of the dishes they offer. The restaurant was named on People Magazine's list of the 50 most beautiful restaurants in the U.S.
Detroit Animal Care & Control is holding an "Empty the Shelters" adoption campaign, offering free adoptions until May 15.
Michelle Harris joined CBS News Detroit to discuss the Uncorked Wine Festival being held at the Michigan Science Center in Detroit this weekend.
Shelia Spencer from the Motown Museum joined CBS News Detroit to share possible gift ideas for Mother's Day.
Detroit's Slum Village joined CBS News Detroit to discuss their new album "F.U.N." It's the hip-hop group's first album in nearly a decade.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Kimberly Hutchinson of the Rose Hill Center in Holly, Michigan, joined CBS News Detroit to discuss its annual flower sale.
Chelsea Walker, founder of The Hug Haven, joined CBS News Detroit to discuss events being held to help individuals navigate grief and mental health struggles.
You can catch the Detroit Tigers wearing the new City Connect jerseys this weekend.
May is Stroke Awareness Month, and Dr. Anthony Oraha of Synergy Longevity Centers in Novi joined CBS News Detroit to discuss stroke awareness.
Bees in the D is a local nonprofit teaching people in Detroit and Southeast Michigan about the importance of honey bees in the environment.
Leaders at Michigan Ascension say they have no update on when systems will be restored after a cyberattack was detected on Wednesday at Ascension hospitals nationwide.
The man charged in the stabbing death of Detroit synagogue president Samantha Woll is scheduled to appear in court on Friday, May 10. The attorneys of Michael Jackson-Bolanos are trying to have some of the evidence against him thrown out of the case. More on that and the latest top stories.
Police are looking for a man who allegedly shouted antisemitic remarks toward two women last week outside of a synagogue in Oak Park.
Inmates at Michigan's Huron Valley Correctional Facility will be allowed to send their breastmilk home for their children under a new program.
A neighborhood-based nonprofit housing corporation is making a lot of progress with constructing its affordable housing complex at Orchard Street and Lahser Road in Detroit's Old Redford neighborhood.
Graduation season is underway, and one thing many will think about is the food for the celebration. Dewayne Gordon and Eric Fuller with Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken provide tips on catering.
For many moms, motherhood can have an impact on their mental health. Dr. Charletta Dennis, medical director at Priority Health, joined CBS News Detroit to break down mental health at every stage of motherhood.
Federal investigators are concerned about a Ford SUV recall. They say the repair that is being offered won't actually fix the gas leak. Paul Eisenstein, editor-in-chief of Headlight.News, joined CBS News Detroit to break down the recall for the 2022 and 2203 Bronco Sport and the 2022 Escape.
Police are looking for a man who allegedly shouted antisemitic remarks toward two women outside of a synagogue in Oak Park.
An environmental group called Industrious Labs, along with Dearborn community members, held a news conference Thursday calling on Cleveland Cliffs Steel to use greener methods to produce steel products.
Experts are weighing in on an alarming social media trend where children and teens are self-diagnose mental health conditions. Doctors say certain exposure to these platforms can be harmful. Licensed therapist Carrie Krawiec talks about how mental health often links to social media.
The Arab American National Museum will be hosting the annual Arab Film Festival May 15-19. Dave Serio, curator of education at the museum, joined CBS News Detroit to give a preview of the upcoming event.
The Detroit Tigers were beaten 5-3 by the St. Louis Cardinals at Comerica Park on Sunday night. Iván Herrera's two-run single capped a four-run fifth inning for the Cards in the finale of a three-game series.
Michigan is trying to cap off a March Madness string of dominance, the likes of which were last seen by this UConn program that won it all in 2023 and '24.
A woman and a man are dead after a house fire on the east side of Detroit early Sunday, city officials said.
A performance that left Michigan fans in disbelief as they poured out of Lucas Oil Stadium.
A small business owner is preparing to open his very first brick-and-mortar coffee shop in Ferndale and is seeking help from others.
An EF-1 tornado touched down in the area of Van Buren Township and Belleville in Wayne County as severe storms rolled through Southeast Michigan on Saturday, according to the National Weather Service.
Michigan is trying to cap off a March Madness string of dominance, the likes of which were last seen by this UConn program that won it all in 2023 and '24.
Teenagers took over downtown Detroit on Friday night, marking the second time in two weeks of such a gathering. The trend has become popular in cities across the country.
A woman and a man are dead after a house fire on the east side of Detroit early Sunday, city officials said.
A boy is in the hospital and two others are in custody after a shooting at a housing complex in Taylor, Michigan, early Saturday, according to police.
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.
The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission captured a new image of the far side of the moon, which the agency released Sunday.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman outlined the most critical moments he expects in the coming days as Artemis II astronauts continue their journey around the far side of the moon.
Some major retailers and other stores will close their doors on Easter, so it's best to plan ahead. Here's what to know.
A U.S. crew member who went missing when an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over a remote area of Iran has been rescued by U.S. forces.
Tobias Harris led the charge against his former team Saturday night, helping Detroit clinch the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.
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.
The Detroit Tigers were beaten 5-3 by the St. Louis Cardinals at Comerica Park on Sunday night. Iván Herrera's two-run single capped a four-run fifth inning for the Cards in the finale of a three-game series.
Michigan is trying to cap off a March Madness string of dominance, the likes of which were last seen by this UConn program that won it all in 2023 and '24.
A performance that left Michigan fans in disbelief as they poured out of Lucas Oil Stadium.
UCLA finished the season 37-1 by defeating the three-time national champion South Carolina Gamecocks.
The Detroit Red Wings were defeated 5-4 by the Wild on Sunday. Kirill Kaprizov completed the sixth hat trick of his NHL career on the power play with 1:51 remaining to lead Minnesota to victory.
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.
We could see some melting snowflakes too
The Michigan Wolverines men's basketball team is one win away from a national title after beating the Arizona Wildcats in the Final Four on Saturday night. Jack Springgate spoke with Michigan fans about why they believe their team will win it all.
A small business owner in Ferndale says he's ready for a new chapter. Teddy Shaska of Honey Dirt Coffee is planning to open his very first brick-and-mortar coffee shop. As Veronica Ortega reports, he needs your help to do it.
A man and a woman are dead after a house fire on the 4900 block of Ashley Street in Detroit on Sunday morning, according to the fire department
People in Monroe County, Michigan, were cleaning up broken trees and damaged property Saturday evening after severe storms rolled through the area. Julia Avant speaks with homeowners about what's next for them.