Detroit community comes together to honor 2-year-old Wynter Cole-Smith
Residents are mourning 2-year-old Wynter Cole-Smith, whose body was found Wednesday night, three days after police say she was kidnapped.
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Residents are mourning 2-year-old Wynter Cole-Smith, whose body was found Wednesday night, three days after police say she was kidnapped.
The family of Wynter Cole-Smith has released a statement after the 2-year-old's body was found in a Detroit alley Wednesday.
The 2-year-old went missing in Lansing Sunday, launching a massive search with the hope she would be found alive. Her body was discovered in an overgrown alleyway on Detroit's east side Wednesday night.
In recent weeks critics of the bill have raised concerns that if implemented, it would be a felony to misgender someone in our state.
The University of Michigan has announced it is investing $79 million to hire 30 new assistant professors from a wide array of backgrounds as part of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiative.
The Uncle Sam Jam in Woodhaven kicks off today, July 6, and CBS Detroit's Terrance Friday took a ride on the monster truck. It is $10 per person, and there is no age or height restriction.
Eric Adelman, executive vice president and chief advancement officer at Gesher Human Services, a nonprofit that provides services for adults with disabilities, shares details about the annual Lois Zussman Golf Classic fundraiser.
Swim Across America is hosting its 5th annual Motor City Mile open water swim at Belle Isle Beach on Friday to help raise funds for local cancer research at Rogel Cancer Center.
Here is your CBS News Detroit Digital Brief for July 6, 2023.
Community members near Detroit's Marathon Petroleum Co. are voicing concerns related to a proposal to the Michigan EGLE that could increase emissions in the surrounding areas.
In a press conference Wednesday night, Lansing police say federal investigators found the child at about 6:50 p.m. near the Coleman A. Young Airport.
The new budget approved by state lawmakers last week include tens of millions of dollars in funding for more qualified lawyers to represent defendants who cannot afford one. Prosecutors are pushing back, saying the state is tipping the scales too far in favor of the accused criminals.
As temperatures heat up, you can bet more people will be hitting the water to try to cool off and have fun, but like any other physical activity, there are some potential risks associated with it.
Substance use disorder affects not only the user but also the children, making it a struggle if they don't have support. Camp Care is a specialty camp for children as young as 3 years old. Kayla Dadswell and Andrew Brown joined CBS News Detroit to talk about the purpose of the camp.
A national organization has joined the search for 2-year-old Wynter Smith, saying their phones have been ringing off the hook.
Fieger Law has filed a lawsuit in Wayne County Circuit Court against ExxonMobil after Anthony McNary, 24, was shot and killed by a clerk last month.
Karter Johnson is the founder of a nonprofit called Popcorn and Books. He created it three years ago in an effort to encourage kids to read.
The Ann Arbor Fire Department has acquired a new product to disable solar panels during structural fires.
CBS News Detroit spoke to Almount "AJ" Smith, the father of 2-year-old Wynter Smith. Smith says he heard about his daughter's disappearance shortly after she was taken.
Detroit police are seeking information about a fatal hit-and-run that happened in the 4800 block of Michigan Ave.
The Maple Theater in Bloomfield Hills is partnering with Pluto TV to host free movie showings this Saturday and Sunday.
Here is your CBS News Detroit Digital Brief for July 5, 2023.
Each year millions plan to see a spectacular show, often with their dog in tow…but is that the best idea? According to the Humane Society of the United States...no. A survey by Rover found that 71% of dog owners said their pet was afraid of fireworks.
Fire crews across Michigan were at the ready for the fires and injuries that can come with the Fourth of July celebrations. For the White Lake Township Fire Department, the day was relatively calm.
A time when images were frozen in black and white, moments captured through the lenses of Terrell Groggins' camera constantly display his works of art as a photojournalist.
An individual has been in the hospital for several days after they were hit by a vehicle while walking on a crosswalk in Dearborn, Michigan, police said Saturday.
The Detroit Red Wings sat on the bench, stewing in stunned silence, after their latest loss sealed their fate as a franchise relegated to watching the NHL playoffs on TV.
President Trump said the U.S. Navy will begin blockading ships from entering or exiting the Strait of Hormuz and intercept vessels that have paid tolls to Iran.
Gas prices put pressure on pocketbooks — and President Trump's ratings — as Iran war continues.
Crews at the Cheboygan Lock and Dam in Cheboygan, Michigan, placed more sandbags at the complex on Saturday while large pumps moved water around the structure on Saturday amid rising water levels in the area, state officials said.
Multiple people have been detained after a reported shooting in Birmingham, Michigan, on Saturday morning, according to police.
A man is in critical condition after a shooting and carjacking outside a gas station in Detroit on Saturday, according to police.
Vice President JD Vance told reporters that "we have not reached an agreement" following face-to-face talks with Iranian leaders and Pakistani negotiators.
Police in Sterling Heights, Michigan, are investigating and a motorist was arrested after a hit-and-run crash on Friday night.
Crews at the Cheboygan Lock and Dam in Michigan placed sandbags at the complex while large pumps moved water around the structure on Saturday amid rising water levels in the area, state officials said.
At a gas station in Detroit, owner Mohamad Mallah, known to customers as Big Moe, decided to give back in a big way.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $3.87 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
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.
Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate Paul Stanley.
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
Restaurants are being considered for the new Michelin Guide American Great Lakes Edition, set to be revealed in 2027.
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.
President Trump said the U.S. Navy will begin blockading ships from entering or exiting the Strait of Hormuz and intercept vessels that have paid tolls to Iran.
Pope Leo XIV offered his strongest condemnation yet of the war in Iran on Saturday, appearing to take multiple veiled shots at President Trump.
The destroyers were beginning mine-clearing operations in the vital waterway, U.S. Central Command said Saturday.
Jalen Duren had 20 points, Duncan Robinson scored 19 and the Detroit Pistons beat Charlotte 118-100, locking the Hornets into the play-in tournament.
Detroit Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows has been sent to a hospital for overnight observation after a head-to-head collision with teammate Riley Greene.
Autism in the D is hosting a "Weekend of Inclusivity," featuring two events aimed at supporting families and highlighting gaps in autism resources across the city.
Dominic Weber and Haylie Reeves met at North Star Reach as campers in 2016.
The Detroit Health Department is hosting a Public Health Week through Saturday, April 11, to provide resources in neighborhoods.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is encouraging parents to consider moving up their children's vaccines against the measles in seven counties.
Many Michigan teens in severe mental health crises are sent far from home for treatment due to a lack of local resources.
The Detroit Red Wings sat on the bench, stewing in stunned silence, after their latest loss sealed their fate as a franchise relegated to watching the NHL playoffs on TV.
Jesper Bratt scored his second goal with 3:34 left in the third period, helping the New Jersey Devils eliminate the Detroit Red Wings from the NHL playoff picture with a 5-3 win on Saturday.
Michigan coach Dusty May has agreed on a deal that will have him continuing to lead the Wolverines "for many years to come," according to athletic director Warde Manuel.
Riley Greene had a three-run homer and four RBIs, Drew Anderson ended the game by retiring Jakob Marsee in a 14-pitch at-bat for his first major league save and Detroit beat the Miami Marlins 6-1 to get A.J Hinch his 400th win as Tigers manager.
The University of Michigan men's basketball team hosted an on-campus parade and celebration Saturday after winning the 2026 NCAA national championship.
The roundtable discusses the dramatic impact AI is having in the classroom, at companies and inside homes.
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.
More rain chances overnight into Monday
As data center plans grow across the U.S., protesters are hoping to stop the influx of the large facilities. Washtenaw County Commissioner Yousef Rabhi says the sites could result in utility rates going up.
A fundraiser involving Legion BBQ took place on Saturday to support the family of Doug Chmiel, a Huntington Woods city employee who died while helping remove debris from a storm last month.
It was a memorable day on campus at the University of Michigan on Saturday. Fans came out to celebrate the Wolverines' first basketball national championship since 1989. CBS News Detroit's Veronica Ortega shares a recap from Ann Arbor.
A U.S. delegation led by Vice President JD Vance arrived in Pakistan on Saturday. The hope is that the group's talks with Iranian officials and Pakistani negotiators can pave the way for a permanent end to fighting in Iran. Ali Bauman reports.