Adidas ends partnership with Ye over antisemitic remarks
Sports apparel giant calls the rapper's recent remarks about Jewish people "unacceptable, hateful and dangerous."
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Michigan Matters: Fighting for Inclusion, Detroit's Place in Civil Rights History
As Black History Month continues, Rabbi Richard Hirsch, Dr. Ora Hirsch Pescocitz, President of Oakland University, Neil A. Barclay, President & CEO of Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, and Jamon Jordan, Historian and Educator at Black Scroll Network History & Tours, appear on CBS 62's Michigan Matters to discuss Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, the Civil Rights movement and more.
Dedication Planned At Detroit Park Named After Civil Rights Activist
A dedication ceremony is planned at a renovated Detroit park named after a civil rights activist slain in 1965 in Alabama.
Bus Tour to Take Detroit-Area Students to Historic Civil Rights Sites
Three dozen Detroit-area students are visiting historic civil rights sites in Atlanta, Memphis, Tennessee, and Louisville, Kentucky.
Commission: Investigate LGBT Complaints Despite AG Opinion
The Michigan Civil Rights Commission on Monday directed an agency to continue investigating complaints of discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Government Reopens Probe of Emmett Till Slaying
The federal government has reopened its investigation into the slaying of Emmett Till, the black teenager whose brutal killing in Mississippi shocked the world and helped inspire the civil rights movement more than 60 years ago.
City Launches Effort To Improve Detroit's Viola Liuzzo Park
The city held a groundbreaking Tuesday with the Viola Liuzzo Park Association.
Muslim Woman Says Head Scarf Led To Demotion At Amway Plant
Amway says the case involves a safety issue, since workers aren't allowed to wear things that may get tangled in a machine.
Flint Residents Tell Civil Rights Panel Of Fear, Distrust
"Fifty years of complaints ... and no one cared enough to put a stop to this systemic racism."
Pontiac City Council Reviews Planned Development For Syrian Refugees
Attorney Shareef Akeel says to turn down a development only for certain groups of people smacks of discrimination.
Julian Bond, Civil Rights Leader And Activist Dead At 75
Julian Bond, a leading figure from the 1960s civil rights movement who served as chairman of the NAACP after a long career in politics, died Saturday
No Touching! Prisoner Awarded $1,251 After Guard Said He Couldn't Embrace Wife
The 52-year-old is serving a life sentence for murder in Oakland County.
Group: Surveillance Flights Not Targeting Arab Americans
A civil rights organization says it has been told by the FBI that flights over Dearborn are not targeting Arab Americans.
Detroit School Board Files Civil Rights Complaint: State Created Separate, Unequal Education System For Black Kids
The complaint also says the district also ignored warnings about former Detroit City Council President Charles Pugh being allowed to mentor boys.
Muslim Woman Sues Dearborn After She Says She Was Forced To Remove Head Scarf While Under Arrest
Maha Aldhalimi says she's now afraid to leave her house and when she sees a police officer she starts shaking uncontrollably.
Militia Members Lose Appeal In Civil Rights Lawsuit Tied To FBI Probe
Three members of a southern Michigan militia acquitted during a high-profile trial have failed to persuade an appeals court to reinstate a lawsuit against federal investigators.
Gov. Snyder Reiterates He Would Veto Religious Objections Bill
"Given all the events that are happening in Indiana, I thought it would be good to clarify my position," he said.
Michigan Rights Panel Urges Communities To Guard Gay Rights
The language says that a no one should be denied "civil rights or be discriminated against" because of a range of characteristics, including gender expression, gender identity and sexual orientation.
Slain Civil Rights Activist To Receive Posthumous Degree From Wayne State University
Detroit housewife Viola Gregg Liuzzo was a civil rights activist who was shot and killed by the Ku Klux Klan while shuttling fellow activists to the Montgomery airport during the 1965 Selma to Montgomery march.
Black History: Commitment To Justice Defines Life Of Damon Keith
A lifetime of achievements and service to the civil rights movement define the life of Judge Damon Keith.
Best MLK Weekend Getaways In America
Cities across the nation will be celebrating the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend but some hold a more historical significance than others.
License To Discriminate? Lawmakers Consider Bill Allowing Doctors, EMTs To Refuse Care Of Gay Patients
"Talk about controversy," said WWJ Legal Analyst Charlie Langton. "Wow."
Michigan GOP Bill To Prohibit Gay Bias Under Fire
A coalition of business leaders and others has been lobbying to add legal protections for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people as a way to attract talent to Michigan.
Rosa Parks Memorabilia To Be Part Of Temporary Collection At Library Of Congress
Hundreds of items from the civil rights figure Rosa Parks that were long kept hidden away in a warehouse will have a new home at the Library of Congress for the next 10 years.
Issue Looms In Lansing As Push Continues For LGBT Rights In Michigan
It is still legal in Michigan to discriminate against people who are even perceived to be gay and even be fired, denied housing and turned away from a restaurant or hotel.
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DOJ subpoenas election officials in states Trump disputed
Special counsel Jack Smith has subpoenaed local election officials in Wisconsin, Michigan, Arizona and Pennsylvania, asking for communications with or involving former President Donald Trump, his 2020 campaign aides and a list of allies involved in his efforts to try to overturn the results of the election.
Trump Organization companies found guilty of tax fraud in New York trial
Two Trump Organization companies faced a total of 17 criminal counts, including conspiracy and tax fraud.
Ex-candidate for governor seeks time to mull any plea deals
A lawyer for a former Republican candidate for Michigan governor said Tuesday they want more time to consider possible plea deals in a case related to the 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Woman critically injured after intoxicated driver causes crash on Lodge Freeway
A 45-year-old woman is in critical condition after being rear-ended by an intoxicated driver on the Lodge Freeway on Monday, according to Michigan State Police.
Creating memories through the art of play
It all started in Janica Smith's backyard during the pandemic, where she was having a party for her friends, but after a picture and a social media post, it quickly turned into a thriving business.
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Man arrested taken into custody for deadly Greektown elevator shooting
According to the Detroit Police Department, the suspect was taken into custody in Ohio. He will be extradited to Michigan to be formally charged.
Meijer releases opening date for new grocery store concept
Meijer announced that its first two Meijer Grocery stores, which will be located in Orion Township and Macomb Township, are set to open Jan. 26, 2023.
DOJ subpoenas election officials in states Trump disputed
Special counsel Jack Smith has subpoenaed local election officials in Wisconsin, Michigan, Arizona and Pennsylvania, asking for communications with or involving former President Donald Trump, his 2020 campaign aides and a list of allies involved in his efforts to try to overturn the results of the election.
Trump Organization companies found guilty of tax fraud in New York trial
Two Trump Organization companies faced a total of 17 criminal counts, including conspiracy and tax fraud.
Ex-candidate for governor seeks time to mull any plea deals
A lawyer for a former Republican candidate for Michigan governor said Tuesday they want more time to consider possible plea deals in a case related to the 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol.
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US opens probe into Jeep Compass SUV engines shutting down
U.S. safety regulators are investigating complaints that the engines on some small Jeeps can shut down while being driven.
Reformers take 6 of 14 UAW board seats, could win majority
Reform-minded candidates won several races as members of the United Auto Workers union voted on their leaders in an election that stemmed from a federal bribery and embezzlement scandal involving former union officials.
Competitors chip away at Tesla's U.S. electric vehicle share
New electric vehicle models from multiple automakers are starting to chip away at Tesla's dominance of the U.S. EV market, according to national vehicle registration data.
Ford recalling some F-150 vehicles due to wiper motor
Ford is recalling more than 550,00 F-150 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada because the front windshield wiper motor may stop functioning, causing the wipers to stop working.
GM CEO Barra says electric vehicles to be profitable by 2025
General Motors says it expects its portfolio of electric vehicles to turn a profit in North America by 2025 as it boosts battery and assembly plant capacity to build over 1 million EVs per year.
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Kirstie Alley, "Cheers" actress, dies at age 71
"We are sad to inform you that our incredible, fierce and loving mother has passed away after a battle with cancer, only recently discovered," her children said in a statement.
Bob McGrath, "Sesame Street" original cast member, dies at age 90
Bob McGrath was known as Bob Johnson to many children and adults around the world, and was behind many classic "Sesame Street" songs, including "The People in Your Neighborhood."
Brad William Henke, actor known for "Orange is the New Black," dies at 56
Henke was a professional football player prior to becoming an actor, playing for the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXIV.
"Fit for Christmas" one of three new CBS original holiday movies for 2022
Also coming is "When Christmas was Young," a Nashville music-themed movie, and "Must Love Christmas," about a romance novelist.
Tim Allen to perform stand-up comedy in Michigan next summer
Tim Allen will hit the stage on June 23 for a stand-up comedy show in Saginaw. The show will mark his return to the state where he first began his career in comedy.
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Trump Organization companies found guilty of tax fraud in New York trial
Two Trump Organization companies faced a total of 17 criminal counts, including conspiracy and tax fraud.
Frozen raspberries recalled due to potential hepatitis A contamination
Exportadora Copramar voluntarily recalled 1,260 cases of frozen raspberries sold under the James Farm brand.
Demand for hospital-grade cribs on the rise as viral illnesses continue to surge
As a trio of respiratory viruses spreads across the country and pediatric hospitalizations remain high, some hospitals are running into a new problem: a shortage of medical-grade cribs.
Made money online this year? You could owe more in taxes
Under new IRS rule, anyone who earned more than $600 this year by selling things online or doing gig work could face tax hit.
Kirstie Alley, "Cheers" actress, dies at age 71
"We are sad to inform you that our incredible, fierce and loving mother has passed away after a battle with cancer, only recently discovered," her children said in a statement.
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Frozen raspberries recalled due to potential hepatitis A contamination
Exportadora Copramar voluntarily recalled 1,260 cases of frozen raspberries sold under the James Farm brand.
Demand for hospital-grade cribs on the rise as viral illnesses continue to surge
As a trio of respiratory viruses spreads across the country and pediatric hospitalizations remain high, some hospitals are running into a new problem: a shortage of medical-grade cribs.
Pfizer announces $750M investment to expand SW Michigan facility
The company says the Modular Aseptic Processing (MAP) Phase 2 expansion will create 300 jobs.
Study: Teens' brains aged faster during the first year of the pandemic, stress may be to blame
The brains of U.S. teens have physically changed during the COVID-19 pandemic, aging faster than normal, a new study says.
CDC: Flu brought nearly twice as many people to the hospital last week as the week before
Nearly 20,000 people in the United States were admitted to the hospital for flu last week, almost double the number of admissions from the week before, according to data updated Friday by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Detroit Lions' Goff named Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Finalist
The award is given to an NFL player for outstanding community service activities off the field, as well as excellence on the field.
Michigan's Jake Moody up for kicker of the year, eyeing championship
Jake Moody once again finds himself in elite company as we head into the college football playoff.
Eichel, Kessel lead Golden Knights past Red Wings, 4-1
Jack Eichel scored just over a minute into the game and the Vegas Golden Knights never relinquished the lead as they beat the Detroit Red Wings 4-1 on Saturday night.
No. 2 Michigan beats Purdue 43-22 for Big Ten crown
Donovan Edwards' quick-hitting sprints changed everything for No. 2 Michigan. Again.
Detroit Lions hope to rebound from Thanksgiving Day loss, prepare to host Jacksonville Jaguars
The Detroit Lions (4-7) hope to rebound from a Thanksgiving Day loss as the team prepares to host the Jacksonville Jaguars (4-7).
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Michigan Matters: Impacting jobs & opportunities
Amid seismic technology shifts sweeping the region, new opportunities for jobs and companies are being created which was discussed by four leaders appearing on CBS Detroit's "Michigan Matters" who share insights into what it will take to help more folks be better positioned to take advantage of them.
Michigan Matters: Metro Detroit's aglow as holiday season kicks off!
With the holiday season in full swing, Rachel Stewart, president of Gardner White, appears on "Michigan Matters," 8 a.m. this Sunday to talk about their Twinkle Town exhibit and a contest among influencers who have decorated trees as part of it at their Warren store.
Michigan Matters: Embracing Diversity, Inclusion & Start Ups
Inforum has come a long way was since the organization began 60 years ago to help women in business as Terry Barclay, president and CEO, talks about on CBS Detroit's "Michigan Matters" airing 8 am this Sunday.
Michigan Matters: The Impact of Election 2022!
The "Michigan Matters" roundtable of Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett, Denise Ilitch, CEO of Ilitch Enterprises, and Coleman Young II, Detroit City Councilman appeared with Carol Cain, Senior Producer/Host, to talk about results and what's ahead for our region.
Michigan Matters Election Spotlight: Mayors Duggan & Barnett
As Election 2022 winds down Tuesday when voters finally head to the polls, the "Michigan Matters" roundtable of Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett and Strategist Suzy Avery talked about the governor's race and others up for grabs on Nov. 8.
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Maize Bus takes Wolverine bar in Indy for Big Ten championship
For the Big Ten championship game, you saw the Maize Bus parked in front of Wolverine infiltrated O'Reilly's Irish Pub in Indianapolis. Now in its second year, back-to-back trips to O'Reilly's has helped cement the bar in maize and blue.
Man facing ethnic intimidation charges for antisemitic incident at Bloomfield Hills synagogue
A Dearborn man is charged after police say he made antisemitic threats outside of a synagogue in Bloomfield Hills.
NEXT Weather Forecast December 6, 2022 (Today)
Cloudy skies today with another round of light rain moving in tonight through the early start of tomorrow. Meteorologist Kylee Miller has the timing. CBSDetroit.com/weather.
Michigan's Jake Moody up for kicker of the year, eyeing championship
Following last year's win, Michigan kicker and Northville native Jake Moody is a finalist for the 2022 Lou Groza Award. His mother, Lisa, says it's surreal while Jake's eyes are on the prize on New Year's Eve.
Southfield elementary school introduces pet therapy program for students
Happy faces and wagging tails, two things you can count on seeing every Thursday at Stevenson Elementary School in Southfield.