Michigan Public Service Commission hopes to cut down on power outages
The MPSC is considering imposing fines for utility companies if they experience four or more sustained power outages yearly.
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Novi residents annoyed by slow road project
A months-long project is underway to improve a portion of Novi road, but some who drive through the area feel like not much is being done.
More than 155K DTE customers without power after severe weather in southeast Michigan
Severe weather on Wednesday in Michigan is causing thousands of power outages.
More than 50K DTE customers without power amid severe weather in Michigan
Severe weather on Thursday in Michigan is causing thousands of power outages across the state.
Neighbors frustrated after live power line left loose in east side Hamtramck neighborhood
David Salamas of Hamtramck is calling out DTE after a live downed power line was left loose behind his home following Sunday's storm.
DTE contractor killed on the job was a "hardworking" lineman who loved "to help people"
The Alabama native was a passionate and dedicated lineman who was also a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
DTE line worker dies after being electrocuted in Detroit
A DTE Energy spokesperson says the worker came in contact with live equipment and was fatally wounded.
DTE and Consumers Energy execs back in the hot seat over power outages
DTE and Consumers Energy leaders were back on the hot seat Thursday, facing questions over their response to power outages and what steps are underway to strengthen the grid.
Michigan's Public Service Commission hears Metro Detroiters' plight during town hall
Thousands of Michigan residents were left in the dark after severe ice storms wreaked havoc. On Monday, dozens attended a town hall at Fordson High School, held by Michigan's Public Service Commission.
Legislators grill utility DTE, Consumers Energy over power outage response
Weeks after several power outages, DTE and Consumers Energy faced a grilling from legislators over the response.
Residents sound off about DTE, power outages at Commerce Township town hall
About 50 people showed up to a town hall in Commerce Township Monday held by Senator Jim Runestad to address power outage concerns.
State wants to hear from people who lost power in storms
The Michigan Public Service Commission, which sets rates and other policies affecting utilities, said it will hold two town hall-style meetings on March 20 in Jackson and Dearborn.
Madison Heights street tree planting program aims to reduce power outages
DTE has touted its tree-trimming efforts; in Madison Heights, they're preventing trees from reaching power lines.
Michigan AG weighs in on DTE's power outage issues
Dana Nessel joins the chorus of elected leaders fed up with DTE's response to the power outages
DTE credit amount causes outage with customers left in the dark
Customers are disappointed with the $35 amount DTE Energy is issuing in credits.
Metro Detroit residents endure sixth day without power
Monday marked the sixth day without any electricity. Some have been resorting to dangerous ways to stay warm.
DTE Energy: 90% of customers affected by ice storm will have power by Friday night
DTE Energy said 90 percent of power will be restored by Friday night to the more than 500,000 customers left in the dark due to this week's ice storm.
DTE Energy reports more than 346K without power amid winter storm in SE Michigan
After southeast Michigan was hit with a winter storm Wednesday, power outages have piled up in the region.
Ice storm leaves 480,000 DTE customers in the dark
DTE Energy believes some of the 485,000 customers who lost power will be in the dark until Sunday.
DTE Energy says "technical issue" is preventing outage, downed wire reporting
DTE Energy says a technical issue is preventing people from reporting downed wire, outages and gas leaks on Wednesday.
DTE customers brace for rate changes coming in March
DTE Energy is rolling out new rates that they believe will change customers' habits.
DTE prepares for "massive weather" event; power outages are expected
The storm is predicted to produce blizzard like conditions with many areas getting hit with more than a foot of snow and blasted with wind gusts possibly reaching over 60 mph.
DTE Energy retires 2 coal power plants in SE Michigan
DTE officials say they retired the Trenton Channel and St. Clair coal power plants. Employees from both locations were offered opportunities to continue working with the company.
DTE proposes renewable energy investment, emission reductions
DTE Energy released a proposal to change how the company will generate energy over the next 20 years.
7-Eleven signs 20-year clean energy agreement with DTE in Michigan
Southeast Michigan 7-Eleven locations will be utilizing 100% renewable energy in the coming years.
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Cabrera leads Tigers over Guardians 8-0 following pregame retirement celebration
Miguel Cabrera followed a pregame retirement celebration by scoring the first run and driving in another, helping the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians to clinch second place in the AL Central.
J.J. McCarthy has a hand in 3 touchdowns in No. 2 Wolverines' 45-7 rout of Nebraska
Michigan (5-0, 2-0 Big Ten) made fast work of the Cornhuskers, scoring on its first three possessions and leading 28-0 at half.
Senate passes 45-day funding bill to avert government shutdown
Hours before a midnight deadline, the Senate passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days. The bill will go to the president for his signature.
Adaptive sports coming to St. Clair County Community College
After a long drive from Milwaukee, Jordan Scheidecker had the opportunity to finally meet the people he'll be around as the wheelchair basketball coach and disability services specialist at St. Clair County Community College.
More convoy rallies cap off Day 15 of UAW strike as it expands
UAW members hold a convoy rally along Jefferson Avenue near the UAW Solidarity House Friday night as members strike against the Big Three.
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Cabrera leads Tigers over Guardians 8-0 following pregame retirement celebration
Miguel Cabrera followed a pregame retirement celebration by scoring the first run and driving in another, helping the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians to clinch second place in the AL Central.
J.J. McCarthy has a hand in 3 touchdowns in No. 2 Wolverines' 45-7 rout of Nebraska
Michigan (5-0, 2-0 Big Ten) made fast work of the Cornhuskers, scoring on its first three possessions and leading 28-0 at half.
Senate passes 45-day funding bill to avert government shutdown
Hours before a midnight deadline, the Senate passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days. The bill will go to the president for his signature.
Adaptive sports coming to St. Clair County Community College
After a long drive from Milwaukee, Jordan Scheidecker had the opportunity to finally meet the people he'll be around as the wheelchair basketball coach and disability services specialist at St. Clair County Community College.
Judge announces Oxford High School shooter can be sentenced to life without parole
Wolf Mueller, the attorney representing the families of Madisyn Baldwin and Phoebe Arthur, says he's pleased with the outcome.
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More convoy rallies cap off Day 15 of UAW strike as it expands
UAW members hold a convoy rally along Jefferson Avenue near the UAW Solidarity House Friday night as members strike against the Big Three.
UAW strike expands to GM's Lansing Delta plant
The UAW's strike against Detroit's Big Three grew to include a General Motors manufacturing plant in Lansing on Friday.
Ford CEO: "We can't build vehicles in the U.S. without the UAW"
The financial and emotional impact of the UAW strike is getting more tense by the day.
United Autoworkers strikes spread to Chicago and Lansing as 7,000 more workers join the picket line
Jeep maker Stellantis was spared from the third round of strikes.
Clock is ticking as United Autoworkers threaten to expand strikes against Detroit automakers Friday
The United Auto Workers strike against Detroit's big three automakers that spread to dozens of parts distribution centers one week ago may grow worse soon.
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Ed Sheeran says new album breaks free from industry pressures
"Autumn Variations" features 14 heartfelt songs inspired by the people in Ed Sheeran's life.
End of an era: Last Netflix DVDs being mailed out Friday
The once-iconic DVD-by-mail service obliterated Blockbuster video stores and provided a springboard into video streaming that's transformed entertainment.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
WGA ends strike, releases details on tentative deal with studios
The Writers Guild of America released the details of their tentative agreement with Hollywood studios and have unanimously voted to end the nearly 150-day strike.
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The man indicted in Tupac Shakur's murder: Who is Duane "Keffe D" Davis?
One of 12 siblings, Davis said he rose through the ranks to become a "shot caller" of the notorious South Side Compton Crips gang.
Girl Scout cookie prices are rising due to the bite of inflation
Girl Scout cookies are rising in price across the nation to $6 a box, due to the impact of inflation on cookie ingredients and manufacturing.
House rejects McCarthy-backed bill to avoid government shutdown
The spending bill failed to win over a group of Republicans opposed to a short-term funding deal.
Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Dianne Feinstein, California senator who broke glass ceilings, dies at 90
Dianne Feinstein was the longest-serving woman in the U.S. Senate as well as the longest-serving senator from California.
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More than 260,000 toddler books recalled due to choking hazard
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FDA updates Ozempic label with potential blocked intestines side effect
The FDA stopped short of saying the potentially life-threatening condition was caused by the drugs, which have become popular for weight loss.
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
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Michigan to receive $3 million for youth mental health services
The funding comes from the Health Resources and Services Administration which is a branch of the federal Department of Health and Human Services.
Spotting the signs of anxiety and stress in the classroom
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Cabrera leads Tigers over Guardians 8-0 following pregame retirement celebration
Miguel Cabrera followed a pregame retirement celebration by scoring the first run and driving in another, helping the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians to clinch second place in the AL Central.
J.J. McCarthy has a hand in 3 touchdowns in No. 2 Wolverines' 45-7 rout of Nebraska
Michigan (5-0, 2-0 Big Ten) made fast work of the Cornhuskers, scoring on its first three possessions and leading 28-0 at half.
Adaptive sports coming to St. Clair County Community College
After a long drive from Milwaukee, Jordan Scheidecker had the opportunity to finally meet the people he'll be around as the wheelchair basketball coach and disability services specialist at St. Clair County Community College.
Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams returning early from suspension
Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams is set to return after his six-game suspension was reduced.
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Michigan Matters: Where are the Female CEOs in Michigan?
With over 50 percent of Michigan's population being female and most working outside the home, an all-star lineup of experts --- Carey Oven, Leslie Murphy, Carla Bailo, and Terry Barclay appear to provide an update of how women are faring in corporate America.
Michigan Matters - Region gears up for electric opportunities
Massive change is underway as the move to electric continues to unfold.
Michigan Matters - Focusing on diversity, equity and inclusion
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Michigan Matters - Author! Author! Noted Writers Take Center Stage
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Michigan Matters - Detroit's future getting a reboot through startups
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Adaptive sports coming to St. Clair County Community College
After a long drive from Milwaukee, Jordan Scheidecker had the opportunity to finally meet the people he'll be around as the wheelchair basketball coach and disability services specialist at St. Clair County Community College.
More convoy rallies cap off Day 15 of UAW strike as it expands
UAW members hold a convoy rally along Jefferson Avenue near the UAW Solidarity House Friday night as members strike against the Big Three.
Michigan's first Hispanic heritage marker unveiled in Mexicantown
Ray Lozano, the executive director of Mexicantown, and Frank Solis, the son of a music pioneer, have been on a mission. Having grown up in Detroit's Mexicantown, they know all about the rich Hispanic music culture that started in Southwest Detroit.
UAW workers weigh in on expanded strike
UAW workers gathered in downtown Detroit on Friday after UAW President Shawn Fain announced that an additional 7,000 would join the picket lines.