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Javed Ali, a counter-terrorism expert at the University of Michigan, says that based on information from the official criminal complaint, it doesn't look like a legitimate attempt at research.
The noxious fungus is known to cause "head blight," a disease that impacts barley, rice, wheat and maize and causes economic losses worth billions of dollars each year, according to a release.
The University of Michigan has issued a statement regarding two Chinese nationals accused of smuggling a dangerous fungus into the United States through Detroit Metropolitan Airport.
The man boarded a Delta flight from Detroit to Shanghai, China, on Jan. 19 using a Chinese passport in his name.
Shares of several major U.S. steel companies jumped Monday after President Trump said he would hike tariffs to 50%.
China's allegations come after President Trump on Friday accused the Chinese of violating a May 12 trade pact.
President Trump said on Friday that China is violating the "fast deal" it made with the nation to pare back tariffs during negotiations.
The university said it received a letter in February from U.S. Reps. Tim Walberg and John Moolenaar, urging EMU to cut partnerships with Beibu Gulf University and Guangxi University.
Eastern Michigan University said Wednesday it is severing partnerships with two Chinese universities in response to concerns from Congress.
Foot Locker is the second major U.S. shoe company to be acquired in recent weeks as tariffs hit footwear industry.
Japanese automaker joins other automakers in pointing to new U.S. tariffs as weighing on their financial results.
Stocks closed higher Monday as the U.S. and China moved to de-escalate their trade war, with investors eager for signs of a lasting agreement.
The White House says the U.S. and China have agreed to suspend for 90 days most of the tariffs imposed against each other over the last couple months.
Trade discussions between Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng ended after a weekend of prolonged negotiations.
The White House says it successfully mediated a ceasefire between India and Pakistan on Saturday, and U.S. and Chinese trade representatives met to discuss a possible deal.
President Trump opened the door to lowering tariffs on China as U.S. and Chinese officials prepare to meet this weekend.
President Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent have both said numerous trade agreements could come as soon as this week.
A sharp drop in Chinese imports could lead to shortages of the following U.S. consumer products, one analysis shows.
The drop-off in shipments could lead to empty store shelves this summer as retailers deem China-made goods too expensive to import.
China has denied President Trump's assertion that the two sides were involved in active negotiations over tariffs.
As the Trump administration continues to levy 145% tariffs on goods from China, businesses in Southeast Michigan are now paying a high price to receive their goods from U.S. Customs.
The exemptions, published late Friday in a notice by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection office, cover various electronic goods, including smartphones.
Slotkin is a former CIA officer who worked in national security roles in the Pentagon during the Bush and Obama administrations.
China says it is raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125%, escalating the trade war between the two countries.
As Trump leaves China alone in facing high U.S. tariffs, Beijing says "the door to talks is open," but dialogue must come with "mutual respect."
Video shows an MSP drone operator spotting the 16-year-old hiding under railroad ties.
Michigan drivers looking for personalized license plates might be surprised at the restrictions.
Michigan Sen_ Elissa Slotkin has been notified that the Trump administration is investigating her after she organized and appeared in a video with other Democrats urging military service members to resist "illegal orders.".
Part of Eight Mile Road in Oakland County will be reduced to one lane of travel for about three weeks.
A Metro Detroit man has pleaded guilty to 10 felony charges relating to the theft of more than $166,000 from his former employer.
A United Auto Workers union member who was involved in a heated exchange with President Trump on Tuesday in Michigan has been suspended by Ford, a UAW representative confirmed to CBS News Detroit.
Michigan Sen_ Elissa Slotkin has been notified that the Trump administration is investigating her after she organized and appeared in a video with other Democrats urging military service members to resist "illegal orders.".
Video shows an MSP drone operator spotting the 16-year-old hiding under railroad ties.
Ford Motor Company announced a new multi-year partnership with Carhartt that will launch a Super Duty special edition truck and a community initiative to attract more skilled tradespeople.
Michigan drivers looking for personalized license plates might be surprised at the restrictions.
Thousands of people are excited to come down to see all of the cars at the Detroit Auto Show. Many of those vehicles have taken a long and historic route to get here.
Ford Motor Company announced a new multi-year partnership with Carhartt that will launch a Super Duty special edition truck and a community initiative to attract more skilled tradespeople.
A United Auto Workers union member who was involved in a heated exchange with President Trump on Tuesday in Michigan has been suspended by Ford, a UAW representative confirmed to CBS News Detroit.
President Trump returned to Southeast Michigan on Tuesday, where he toured a Ford factory in Dearborn and delivered a speech at the Detroit Economic Club.
At last year's show, organizers say attendees took more than 100,000 rides in them.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
Michigan Sen_ Elissa Slotkin has been notified that the Trump administration is investigating her after she organized and appeared in a video with other Democrats urging military service members to resist "illegal orders.".
The venerable retailer is seeking protection from its creditors after its $2.65 billion purchase of Nieman Marcus failed to spark growth.
A United Auto Workers union member who was involved in a heated exchange with President Trump on Tuesday in Michigan has been suspended by Ford, a UAW representative confirmed to CBS News Detroit.
General Motors CEO Mary Barra said the Trump administration's tariffs caused a "few-billion-dollar impact," but also praised them for "leveling the playing field."
President Trump shared a warning for Iran, called Jerome Powell a "lousy Fed chairman" and defended the ICE agent who killed Renee Good in Minneapolis. Read the full transcript of their conversation.
The U.S. House of Representatives approved Thursday a three-year extension of subsidies for the Affordable Care Act.
Michigan health officials say only 23% of Michigan residents have received this year's influenza vaccine.
The CDC took six previously routine vaccinations off its recommendation list, but Michigan health officials suggest parents consider those immunizations anyway.
Eligible Detroit families will receive $1,500 during pregnancy, along with $500 per month for six months, for a total of $4,500 through Rx Kids.
FDA-approved semaglutide drug is the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss available in the U.S., according to drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
Jeremy Swayman stopped 24 shots for his first shutout of the season, and the Boston Bruins beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-0 on Tuesday night.
The Detroit Red Wings retired Sergei Fedorov's No. 91 jersey, honoring the Russian great more than a decade after he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Andrew Copp scored at 3:27 of overtime, lifting the Detroit Red Wings to a 4-3 win over the Carolina Hurricanes on Monday night.
Lions' Kelvin Sheppard is expected to interview for the Dolphins head coaching job after serving one season as defensive coordinator, a source told CBS News Detroit.
Adrian College's Alex Weaver beat out 117 other competitors to win the college singles cornhole national championship on Jan. 2.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
The focus is on health, as Dusty Mysen, a father of four from Oxford, diagnosed with pancreatic cancer several years ago, who underwent aggressive therapy, is now cancer-free five years later.
The roundtable discusses efforts by political and corporate leaders to raise the bar and improve K-12 education with a focus on raising reading scores.
With one in eight adults at risk for kidney disease, Dr. Silas Norman, a University of Michigan doctor specializing in kidney health, and Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of Detroit Regional Chamber, appear on Michigan Matters.
The state of Michigan can do better when it comes to raising the bar on K-12 public education.
A Michigan State Police drone located a 16-year-old runaway hiding under railroad ties. This video does not contain audio.
The 2026 Trenton Winterfest, which takes place Jan. 17 in downtown Trenton, features vendors, food trucks, ice sculptures and entertainment. Here's a look at some items that local businesses will sell during the event.
CBS News Detroit's Meredith Bruckner gets an introductory lesson from the Broadway-inspired dance class called Stagefit, now part of the fitness classes at YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit.
The Bronco RTR is one of the new vehicles on display at the 2026 Detroit Auto Show. Here's a look.
A United Auto Workers union member who was involved in a heated exchange with President Trump on Tuesday in Michigan has been suspended by Ford.