CBS News Detroit Digital Brief for July 11, 2023
Here is your CBS News Detroit Digital Brief for July 11, 2023.
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Here is your CBS News Detroit Digital Brief for July 11, 2023.
Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield described Watson as a "trailblazer, stalwart and one-of-a-kind freedom fighter who loved her people and the Lord."
The lawsuit claims the Exxon Mobil clerk working that night was negligent when he locked the doors and prevented the victims from running from the shooter.
A climate activist group known as The Tyre Extinguishers targeted several SUVs in downtown Birmingham over the weekend.
Defense attorney Richard Convertino dives into different cases and how charges may be decided.
Matthew Schneider, former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan, discusses the case of Rashad Trice, the man accused of kidnapping and killing Wynter Cole Smith.
Two political heavy hitters threw their hats into the ring Monday to represent mid-Michigan in Washington, D.C.
Estate attorney Danielle Mayoras joined CBS News Detroit to discuss the trial over Aretha Franklin's handwritten wills.
Jury selection is underway in Michigan in a dispute over the estate of music superstar Aretha Franklin.
A Warren police officer is now facing federal charges in connection to assaulting an inmate at the city jail in June.
Dr. Jeffrey Miller, a board-certified vein specialist, shares what to know about varicose veins in legs.
It's part of the city's Greenbelt program, which was launched in 2003 as a way for the city to purchase farmland surrounding Ann Arbor in order to conserve it.
A group of Detroiters commemorated the 60th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Detroit Walk to Freedom in a special way over the weekend with a day of music, arts and culture.
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Grupido has nearly 400,000 followers on TikTok, with his highest-viewed video hitting just about six million views.
Downtown Detroit Partnership strategist Robert "Bob" Gregory, who had a major role in the development of Campus Martius Park and Beacon Park, has died.
A federal criminal complaint details the kidnapping and death of 2-year-old Wynter Cole-Smith, whose body was found in Detroit three days after she went missing from Lansing.
The new details in the Wynter Cole-Smith case are disturbing. There are still many people wondering how this could all happen. And with suspect Rashad Trice's criminal history, many are wondering why was he on the street to begin with?
Soccer phenom and Dexter native Chloe Ricketts is the youngest player to be signed by the National Women's Soccer League at 15 years old. In a continued conversation with CBS News Detroit, Chloe talks about life on the professional pitch, specifically what she sees for women in sports.
The Michigan legislature passed a nearly $82 billion state budget, a historically large sum of money for the state. Although millions will be going toward improving the state's infrastructure, one advocate tells CBS News Detroit he would have liked to see more sustainable, long-term funding.
The White House is closely monitoring the upcoming labor talks in the US auto industry, negotiations that could put it at odds with the traditional support of a major union.
The sixth annual Lavender Harvest Festival returns to Lavender Lane Farm in Milan on Saturday.
Plastic surgeon Daniel DeLuca-Pytell breaks down what to know about medical tourism.
A rolling gun battle in Detroit sends a stray bullet into the bedroom of a sleeping eight-year-old boy. It happened overnight at the Brewster Homes near Mack and I-75.
The man accused of kidnapping 2-year-old Wynter Smith and assaulting her mother is now facing federal charges.
Ford has issued two recalls affecting nearly 1.74 million of its cars in the U.S., due to software issues impacting the vehicles' rearview camera displays that could increase crash risks.
A man and woman are dead, and another person was taken to the hospital after a head-on crash between two cars in Lodi Township, Michigan, on Friday afternoon, according to the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office.
Ziaire Williams made two 3-pointers in the final three minutes and the Brooklyn Nets ended a 10-game losing streak by rallying to beat the Detroit Pistons 107-105.
President Trump on Saturday told reporters, without citing evidence, that he believes a deadly strike on a girls' primary school in southern Iran last weekend was "done by Iran."
Police in Detroit are asking for the public's help after they say an individual stole a handgun and credit cards from a truck on the city's west side last month.
An EF-3 tornado moved through Union City, Michigan, during Friday night's severe storms in the southwest part of the state, according to the National Weather Service.
A water main break in Farmington Hills, Michigan, that happened early Saturday has spurred a boil water advisory for Walled Lake and a portion of Novi, according to the Great Lakes Water Authority.
At least two tornadoes were reported in Southwest Michigan on Friday amid severe weather, according to CBS Detroit's Chief Meteorologist Ahmad Bajjey.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
Ford has issued two recalls affecting nearly 1.74 million of its cars in the U.S., due to software issues impacting the vehicles' rearview camera displays that could increase crash risks.
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 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.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Ford has issued two recalls affecting nearly 1.74 million of its cars in the U.S., due to software issues impacting the vehicles' rearview camera displays that could increase crash risks.
The zipper head on the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuits poses a danger to babies, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
All six service members died during an unmanned aircraft system attack in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait.
Italian Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, 68, is currently the Holy See's ambassador to the United Nations in New York.
Matthew Tkachuk had his sixth career hat trick and the Florida Panthers beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-1 on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
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.
Ziaire Williams made two 3-pointers in the final three minutes and the Brooklyn Nets ended a 10-game losing streak by rallying to beat the Detroit Pistons 107-105.
Oksana Masters has competed at every Paralympics since 2012 and is the most decorated American Winter Paralympian.
Matthew Tkachuk had his sixth career hat trick and the Florida Panthers beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-1 on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
Former University of Michigan coach Sherrone Moore has pleaded no contest to a pair of misdemeanor charges.
Detroit Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker says he has requested a release from the team.
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.
An EF-3 tornado ripped through Union City, Michigan, on Friday night, damaging several homes, according to the National Weather Service. Julia Avant spoke with a resident who saw the twister moving his way before he and his family took cover in a basement.
Breezy and dry overnight and Sunday
A water main break that happened Saturday near the border of Farmington Hills and Novi in Michigan is flooding streets and closing down businesses. Areas surrounding the break are under a boil water advisory. Veronica Ortega reports on where crews are in the repair process.
At least four people are dead and 12 are injured after multiple tornadoes were reported in Southwest Michigan on Friday. Julia Avant reports from Union City where rescue teams spent hours on Saturday making sure people were accounted for.
The Detroit Red Wings were relatively active ahead of the trade deadline on Friday. The Wings made three trades this week, including bringing in a top veteran name to help support the defense.