Minimum wage discussion takes to Michigan Supreme Court
The Michigan Supreme Court is taking up the minimum wage fight. The court will hear arguments at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7, involving a 2018 ballot initiative.
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The Michigan Supreme Court is taking up the minimum wage fight. The court will hear arguments at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7, involving a 2018 ballot initiative.
Former federal prosecutor Rick Convertino joined CBS News Detroit to discuss the latest on the Oxford High School shooting case.
House Republicans are pushing a vote to formally launch an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden by next week. The inquiry would look into allegations of bribery, abuse of power, and obstruction. Political consultants Greg Bowens and Jamie Roe joined CBS News Detroit to discuss the latest.
The Michigan Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments this week about whether the adopt and amend strategy used by Republican lawmakers in 2018 was constitutional. The case centers around minimum wage and expanded paid sick leave that would have appeared on Michigan's ballot. Attorney Mark Brewer with Goodman Acker joined CBS News Detroit to break down the case.
From the starting lineup to the end of the game, Aaron Smith is the public address announcer for the Motor City Cruise, but he calls himself simply a "fan behind the mic."
Michigan GOP Party Chairwoman Kristina Karamo, who led the virtual meeting, did not gain enough attendees to constitute a quorum to conduct business. The meeting shows the growing divide in the state's Republican Party as bylaws and standard operating procedures are changed in what Karamo called in an email "restructuring."
For many in the Metro Detroit area, Urquhart's is a holiday tradition. Brian and Susan Urquhart started the Christmas tree farm in 1991 with a single field, which has since expanded to include the main farm and two satellite fields home to hundreds of thousands of trees across 350 acres.
The driver of a Ford Focus crashed through the front door of the Crooked Creek Farm Dairy in Bruce Township on Sunday.
Tony Piraino, co-owner of Firebird Tavern, joins CBS News Detroit to discuss the opening of a new location in Troy and share some of the holiday drinks people can get right now.
Chef Jared Reihmer joins CBS News Detroit to discuss the opening of a new Firebird Tavern location in Troy.
Kerry Doman, founder of LittleGuide Detroit, joins CBS News Detroit to discuss the festive activities people can enjoy at the Santa Experience at Blake's Farm.
Ashley Gold, a local jewelry designer, joins CBS News Detroit to discuss how people can combine jewelry with family heirlooms to get ready for the holiday season.
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Pinball Pete's in Ann Arbor could be a casualty in the possible mixed-use residential and retail tower.
Macomb County officials celebrated the opening of its news Sheriff Marine Division headquarters along Lake St. Clair. The headquarters sits in a facility that was originally constructed nearly 50 years ago in Harrison Township.
We're taking a closer look at pediatric pneumonia after officials in Warren County, Ohio, reported an outbreak. Dr. Amesh Adalja, an infectious disease expert from Johns Hopkins University, joined CBS News Detroit to break down the illness.
Officials from the city of Detroit, Wayne County and the state launched the Gun Violence Reduction Partnership in 2021 to address the backlog of gun-related cases in the courts following the COVID-19 pandemic.
In this Ronnie's Roundup, the Detroit Lions have reached a 9-3 record this season after their 33-28 win against the New Orleans Saints. Meanwhile, the Michigan Wolverines are smelling the roses as they move closer to a championship after their 26-0 win against Iowa.
Businessman Sandy Pensler announced that he is running for the US Senate, joining other Republicans vying for the seat held by Democratic Sen. Debbie Stabenow. Pensler joined CBS News Detroit to discuss his campaign.
Detroit and Wayne County officials announced that the city is on track to record the fewest homicides since 1966. Meanwhile, Detroit police announced that they will provide videos to the public within 45 days of critical incidents involving police shootings.
As we head into the winter months, DTE is reminding customers of gas shutoffs to customers who have not responded to requests for a gas meter inspection. Cedric Flowers, vice president of gas operations, joined CBS News Detroit to break down the requirements for inspections.
Instead of planning on how they'll spend their Christmas, many employees with Wayne Westland Community Schools are now concerned about whether they can afford to buy presents for their kids.
Officials discuss the reduction in gun-related crimes in Detroit and share how it has impacted the city's homicide rate. Detroit is set to end the year with its lowest number of homicides since 1966.
Becky Pastor, owner of Wooden Tulip Boutique, joined CBS News Detroit to share holiday decoration and gift ideas.
Tyra Moore, founder of the nonprofit A Girl Like Me, joined CBS News Detroit to discuss the release of her first book, which shares her story. Moore became a teen mom at 14, and now her nonprofit helps provide resources and mentorship opportunities for young mothers.
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.