Consumer Injuries Involving Decorations, Decorating On The Rise
Reports of falls from ladders while stringing lights and hanging decorations, incidents of lacerations from broken glass ornaments and other holiday-related injuries are increasing.
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Reports of falls from ladders while stringing lights and hanging decorations, incidents of lacerations from broken glass ornaments and other holiday-related injuries are increasing.
The economy may be on the upswing but Detroit's Christ Temple Baptist Church is preparing to feed and provide presents for 1,500 people on Christmas Eve.
Going to the movies is a holiday tradition for many families. In fact, the week between Christmas and New Years is the busiest week of the year for local theatres.
The North American Aerospace Defense Command is ready to track Santa's yuletide journey!
After a tragic home-cooking accident left her severely burned, a Macomb Township toddler is leaving DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan just in time for the holidays.
Need a place to enjoy a free dinner on Christmas Day? You're invited to the "True Meaning of Christmas" dinner from noon to 3 p.m. Dec. 25 at the City of Taylor's William Ford Senior Activity Center.
Hundreds of thousands of cards are making their way to U.S. service members, veterans and their loved ones worldwide through Holiday Mail for Heroes from the American Red Cross.
While Santa won't take to the skies until tomorrow night, millions across the country are getting their air travel in Friday.
Hundreds of Macomb County families are being helped with their Christmas shopping today by the Salvation Army Warren Corps.
For the first time ever, a home for girls without one is opening their doors and showing the true meaning of Christmas.
This time of year, images of Santa's reindeer appear in movies and TV shows shaping your children's view of where they live and how they act ... but impress your kids by telling them there are more than just the ones living at the North Pole.
80-year-old Sally Conklin sys it just won't be the same this Christmas if the baby Jesus statue that she's had for four decades isn't returned.
Nearly six in 10 holiday shoppers say they plan to take advantage of retailers' sales and discounts to make additional non-gift purchases for themselves and their families during the holiday season.
A group representing Michigan retailers says a survey has found a significant increase in credit card sales among its members so far.
Wrapping your holiday presents can feel sometimes like a labor of love. So, WWJ's Kathryn Larson discovered a local "wrapping" company that can do the wrapping for you.
Tis the season to take in the Trans Siberian Orchestra, who will be playing at the Palace of Auburn Hills on Saturday.
Tis the season for giving, but what happens if the gift you have given or received needs to be returned or exchanged?
It's the last full weekend of the holiday shopping season and retailers say they're ready.
Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some) essentially packs every beloved holiday tale and tradition thought of into one hilarious adventure.
The new study reveals that adding a less expensive gift to go along with a pricier present reduces the impact of the nicer gift. In other words, loved ones will appreciate an expensive present more if it's the only one they get.
Doing your holiday shopping at the pawn shop? WWJ's Sandra McNeill reports that's not so odd anymore.
Of those who plan to buy or use an artificial tree, 36 percent said that they would do so because it is better for the environment.
More than 30,000 people are expected in Detroit's University-Cultural Center Saturday Night for the 39th annual Noel Night.
The annual Downtown Farmington Holly Days event will be held December 3 and 4 with plenty of festive activities for the entire family.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Michigan students and adults are invited once again to submit their designs for "I Voted" stickers that will be given to voters.
Faster Horses, a multi-day country music festival, will not return this summer to Michigan International Speedway.
A Pontiac man has been charged in connection with an August 2025 fatal crash that killed a mother and her two sons.
Henry Ford Health and Teamsters Local 332 remain locked in a labor dispute over a nurses' contract.
Iran's neighbors rage over Iran's response to the U.S.-Israeli war, and Israel launches a new incursion in Lebanon on day 4 of the Mideast conflict.
The shooting is the second in two days involving a child and an unsecured gun. Firearm safety activists say the shootings could have been prevented by following Michigan's safe storage law.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Many people in Michigan have ties to Iran, and they're watching the war closely.
Michigan students and adults are invited once again to submit their designs for "I Voted" stickers that will be given to voters.
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.
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."
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
Investors are recoiling as the war in Iran intensifies, driving up global oil prices. "Global financial markets are in disarray," one Wall Street analyst said.
The State Department urged Americans to "depart now" from countries including Bahrain, Egypt, Israel, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Israel sent troops into Lebanon as the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran widened, and some of Iran's Gulf neighbors warned that Iran's retaliatory fire could draw them into the spreading conflict.
Many people in Michigan have ties to Iran, and they're watching the war closely.
More employees are clinging to their positions in a trend known as "job-hugging." That's making it harder for job-seekers to find work.
Henry Ford Health and Teamsters Local 332 remain locked in a labor dispute over a nurses' contract.
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield on Monday appointed former Dearborn Public Health Officer Ali Abazeed as Detroit's new chief public health officer.
Lawmakers say Green Alerts won't just help bring veterans to safety, but also national guard and active service members.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
There are a few steps to get an exemption for a required vaccine here in Michigan and a group of Republican lawmakers want to make sure it doesn't get any more difficult in the future.
The Detroit Lions are shaking up their offense with the release of offensive lineman Graham Glasgow on Monday.
The Lions are trading running back David Montgomery to the Texans in exchange for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs, according to CBS Sports.
Detroit SportsNet, a newly launched cable/satellite television channel, will be the broadcast home of the Tigers and the Red Wings.
Cade Cunningham had 29 points and 11 assists, Tobias Harris scored 23 points and the NBA-leading Detroit Pistons beat the Orlando Magic 106-92 on Sunday night for their sixth straight road victory.
Over sixty teams competed at a Special Olympics Michigan basketball tournament on Sunday at Legacy Sports Complex in Brighton.
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.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
The House Oversight Committee released recordings of last week's depositions with former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
The jury has found Colin Gray, the man whose teenage son is accused of killing two students and two teachers in a shooting at Georgia's Apalachee High School, guilty of second-degree murder and all other charges.
Construction work picks up on M-14 / I-96 corridor in the Livonia area. There are renewed calls for gun safety in Detroit after recent shootings involving unsecured weapons. Other top stories and weather.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a briefing Monday on the military action in the Middle East, warning that the next phase of operations could be even more punishing for Iran. CBS News has this update
The next phase of the M-14 / I-96 construction begins Tuesday morning. Here's what commuters can expect.