Lions Sign S Chris Hope And Cut WR Brian Robiskie
The Detroit Lions have signed safety Chris Hope.
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The Detroit Lions have signed safety Chris Hope.
Less than three weeks after Hall of Fame defensive end David "Deacon" Jones died at the age of 74, the NFL said Saturday that the Deacon Jones Award will now be awarded annually to the defender who leads the league in sacks.
The NFL transactions have finally slowed down, and, alas, June tends to be the least-eventful month on the league's calendar, with a lull before camps open.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Lem Barney is apologizing for comments he made Friday, when he said the sport might be eliminated in 10 to 20 years because it's so dangerous.
L is for "Lickicty Spilt"- The team as a whole looked extremely fast.
Glover Quinn: You can see the ball skills of this Lions FA pickup.
The Detroit Lions plan on safety Louis Delmas being ready to go this fall, his knee all healed up from the issues that forced him to have surgery before last season and that made him miss eight games in 2012. Then again, the Lions are also readying themselves for the possibility Delmas will not be available.
Bring yourself to the game. Leave the cooler and backpack at home.
The Detroit Lions plan to put Reggie Bush in the backfield to take toss sweeps around the outside and to hit holes between the tackles.
Reggie Bush tweaked his ankle at Lions' minicamp on Wednesday.
Ndamukong Suh went to the front of the line to lead the way.
Reggie Bush brings a dimension to the offense that was sorely lacking last year and—to be honest—is a major upgrade over Jahvid Best.
Reggie Bush could have stayed in Miami. He could have gone to Arizona. He might have packed his bags for Seattle or Atlanta. A big reason he chose Detroit was Calvin Johnson.
The Tigers' sluggers Miguel Cabrera and Prince Fielder got the honor today, but less than a year ago the magazine featured the Lions' Calvin Johnson and Matthew Stafford.
Even retired, former left tackle Jeff Backus is an anchor for the Detroit Lions' offensive line.
The Detroit Lions' Matthew Stafford said he is keeping his focus on the football field despite the ongoing negotiations to nail down an extension of his current deal, which expires in two years.
Despite the fact that Matthew Stafford still has two years left on his contract, the Lions have been negotiating a new contract with the 2011 Comeback Player of the Year and were recently reportedly close to closing a deal.
They don't come much better than Lem Barney.
Former Detroit Lions wide receiver Titus Young has been charged with trespassing for allegedly trying to break into a Southern California tow yard to get his car back.
When the NFL first reached out to Titus Young, the wide receiver had not yet punched a teammate, intentionally lined up wrong during a game or been arrested three times in less than a week.
Bill Ford Jr gave a…um…let's go with "taciturn" response to reporters at Allen Park when asked about Jim Schwartz's future as coach of the Lions.
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The Detroit Lions have signed wide receiver Matt Willis and defensive end Braylon Broughton.
Rumors of the Lions possibly being interested in Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly came out within minutes of Bill Ford Jr's less than rousing endorsement of coach Jim Schwartz.
The fire was reported at about 7:40 a.m. Monday in the 4300 block of Cicotte Street, near Michigan Avenue.
Gas prices continue to decline in Michigan, with the state average for regular unleaded now at $4.17 per gallon.
Iran's military declares a halt to operations as Trump says Israel and Tehran are seeking an "immediate ceasefire" after a major escalation in the 101-day war.
A series of drone incursions into countries neighboring Ukraine and Russia is fueling concern that their four-and-a-half year war could spread.
Family and friends said their final goodbyes to Nicholos Hatcher over the weekend. The 34-year-old was stabbed to death in Livonia, Michigan, on May 28.
The fire was reported at about 7:40 a.m. Monday in the 4300 block of Cicotte Street, near Michigan Avenue.
Gas prices continue to decline in Michigan, with the state average for regular unleaded now at $4.17 per gallon.
The NEXT Weather Team is tracking Florida-like humidity and some storm chances for Southeast Michigan this week.
Cpl. George F. Sepsey, who grew up in Croswell, Michigan, is set to be laid to rest over 83 years after he went missing during a World War II battle in Papua New Guinea.
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin says his agency is prepared to facilitate trade and travel at the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
American Axle, which is headquartered in Detroit, is a Tier 1 supplier to General Motors. UAW members have launched a strike at its Three Rivers site.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
From classic cruisers to new memories still being made, the Woodward Dream Cruise remains a celebration of Michigan's automotive culture.
If you are planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, remember that the cost of gas this year is noticeably higher than last year.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
Stephen Colbert, former host of "The Late Show," is helping raise money for the Michigan nonprofit Monroe Community Media after appearing on a broadcast of the organization's community access program "Only in Monroe" earlier this month.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
For three days, Detroit is the epicenter of techno music with this Memorial Day weekend tradition, and the music lovers made sure to attend the final day of the Movement Festival on Monday.
The lawsuit calls the event "deeply corrupt" and argues that it seeks to enrich the president and his allies and lacks proper authorization.
With the unemployment rate for young workers about twice as high as the national average, "Sunday Morning" talks with recent graduates from across the country about how AI is affecting both their prospects and the hiring process itself.
Golden Tempo made Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner and the second woman to train a Belmont Stakes winner.
Police in Toledo, Ohio, reported that there were believed to be at least two shooters. No suspects have been arrested.
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin says his agency is prepared to facilitate trade and travel at the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
Now out of the hospital, Tavaun Clark says he's focused on recovering and getting back to what he loves most, playing football this summer.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the two people are accused of providing federal authorities with false statements after arriving at the McNamara Terminal on Jan. 25, 2026.
West Nile virus has been detected among mosquitoes in two locations near Grand Rapids, the Kent County Health Department said.
A Northville dentist is facing 43 felony charges in an alleged Medicaid fraud scheme.
Michigan lawmakers are considering bills to allow doctors to prescribe life-ending medication to terminally ill patients.
Denny Hamlin went from the rear to first again Sunday, winning at Michigan International Speedway to earn his second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series victory from the pole position.
Kevin McGonigle homered in the fourth inning and hit a two-run single off All-Star closer Andrés Muñoz with two outs in the bottom of the ninth that gave the Detroit Tigers a 5-4 victory over the Seattle Mariners.
Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal pitched five scoreless innings Sunday in the two-time Cy Young Award winner's first minor league rehabilitation appearance since undergoing elbow surgery last month.
In his fourth major final, Alexander Zverev beat Flavio Cobolli 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5), 6-1 for the French Open title on Sunday.
Carson Hocevar used to regularly attend Cup races at Michigan International Speedway as a fan, hoping to see a victory by his favorite driver, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Now the Spire Motorsports driver can inspire the next generation as a home state favorite on the 2-mile oval.
Four leaders appear in one-on-one conversations on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday to discuss their political futures and the road ahead in the 2026 midterms.
Bob Riney, president and CEO of Henry Ford Health, headlines Michigan Matters this Sunday, along with three other community champions who discuss important issues dissected at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
The roundtable discusses the impact of rising gas prices and friction at the federal level with Canada and the U.S., and how it affects tourism.
The historic Smithsonian Castle in Washington, D.C., is temporarily open for the public to visit with a special exhibit honoring America's 250. CBS News has this report.
The Palisades Fire in January 2025 left 12 people dead and burned thousands of homes and buildings in California. A trial in the case against a suspect is set to begin.
The Toledo community responds after a shooting near a weekend festival injures 12. Rochester is considering an e-bike ordinance. Those headlines, other top stories and weather are in the CBS Detroit news brief.
Israel and Iran traded new strikes overnight, threatening efforts to reach a peace deal. CBS News has this report.
Gas prices in Michigan are still high compared to a year ago, but are down an average 21 cents per gallon compared to last week, AAA says.