Study: Restoring Grand River Could Boost Grand Rapids Economy
Grand Valley State University economist Paul Isely says riverfront real estate development could make the effect even greater.
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Grand Valley State University economist Paul Isely says riverfront real estate development could make the effect even greater.
Allowing same-sex couples to wed in Michigan would provide a humongous boost to the state's economy, according to a recently published study.
Mayors and others fear that if Prop 1 fails, the Legislature will re-enact the tax cut without diverting replacement revenue to municipalities.
The deal calls for issuing a request for proposals from for-profit business collaborations between Michigan and Israeli companies.
Boaters have adapted to the "new economy," using smaller, more fuel-efficient boats to get out for a swim and some fun on the lake.
One grower said while the fruit looks to be in good shape, you still won't see local fruit at this year's National Cherry Festival.
Michigan is a little more than 30 percent closer to being a top ten state than it was five years ago, he says.
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Chrysler sales rise 11 percent. GM sales drop 1 percent. Ford sales fall 6 percent.
More than 700 Delta workers' jobs at Detroit Metro Airport could be on the chopping block.
Chrysler sales up 8 percent. Industry expected to be down 2 percent.
Expect steady, if unspectacular, growth in the American economy through 2018, according to a J.P. Morgan Chase economist at an Automation Alley event Thursday.
Gov. Snyder says the economy is first among the challenges facing the president.
Economists say job increases over the next two years will bring Michigan back to levels achieved just before the 2008-09 Great Recession.
The government shutdown is now over, but not everyone is jumping for joy.
With the U.S. staring down the barrel of a default deadline, an economist says an agreement on the budget may be too little, too late.
"The American people would get better government out of Monkey Island at the local zoo than we're giving them today."
The state will lose $18 million each day the shutdown continues, Budget Director John Nixon said. "This is just ridiculous."
An early Labor Day helped August car sales, at the expense of September.
A deeper look at homelessness statistics shows signs of an improving economy.
Sales are expected to grow, but economy and high car prices remain a risk.
Chrysler and Ford sales up 11 percent in July. GM sales up 16 percent.
Ford sales up 13 percent, Chrysler sales rise 8 percent, GM up 6 percent. Imports see similar gains.
Ford and Chrysler are expected to be in the lead when June car sales numbers are released on Tuesday.
Bret Panter of W. Bloomfield is a graphic designer who chose to stay at home when the job market dried up.
Rising gas prices, an unpopular war in Iran, and auto industry tariffs have fueled Republican concerns in Michigan ahead of the state's Aug. 4 primary.
Michigan voters are returning absentee ballots for the August 4 primary at a record pace, with over 614,000 absentee ballots returned as of Wednesday morning.
I-94 has reopened at West Grand Boulevard after an overnight crash in Wayne County.
Chicago collected 11 hits while improving to 23-10 in its last 33 games, bouncing back nicely after losing 8-6 in 10 innings in the series opener on Monday night.
Detroit police are investigating after they say two men and a woman were hurt in a drive-by shooting on Tuesday.
Michigan voters are returning absentee ballots for the August 4 primary at a record pace, with over 614,000 absentee ballots returned as of Wednesday morning.
Trump accused Canada of unfairly discriminating against U.S. automobiles, alcohol and dairy products, escalating tensions with one of its closest allies.
Detroit police are investigating after they say two men and a woman were hurt in a drive-by shooting on Tuesday.
Rising gas prices, an unpopular war in Iran, and auto industry tariffs have fueled Republican concerns in Michigan ahead of the state's Aug. 4 primary.
Bloomfield Township police released footage of the retail theft, asking for the public's help in identifying the group.
Many newer vehicles are equipped with high-efficiency cabin air filters capable of capturing a significant amount of fine particulate matter.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
As the United States marks its 250th birthday, Ford Motor Company is showcasing more than a century of automotive history in a new exhibit that explores the company's role in shaping America.
The Detroit Auto Show has spent more than a century evolving alongside the auto industry. It has grown from a small, local exhibition into one of the world's premier automotive events.
The Pontiac Star Car Reunion at the Oakland Expo Center features a wide range of vehicles.
Behind every video is a true family effort.
Concerns surrounding air quality are prompting event organizers across Metro Detroit to make adjustments to their festivities or cancel altogether.
The few who aren't open for business on Thursday say it's out of concern for their employees' health and to protect their art.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Rising gas prices, an unpopular war in Iran, and auto industry tariffs have fueled Republican concerns in Michigan ahead of the state's Aug. 4 primary.
The continuing resolution would fund the federal government until Dec. 4. It now heads to the Senate, where it could face obstacles.
Trump accused Canada of unfairly discriminating against U.S. automobiles, alcohol and dairy products, escalating tensions with one of the United States' closest allies.
Thirty percent of respondents said they shoplifted this year, with most citing affordability concerns and financial hardship.
Three in four American households lack the wealth to weather financial setbacks and achieve major life milestones.
The number of cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan continues to grow in the hundreds each day as health officials track a parasite that can cause diarrhea and nausea after contaminated food is eaten.
While the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is still working to identify the source of a parasite that has caused a cyclosporiasis outbreak, a Michigan doctor says officials are closer than you think to solving the case.
The number of cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan continues has topped 6,100 as an investigation into the origin of the parasite in the food supply continues.
A statewide air quality alert for Michigan is in effect through Monday due to wildfire smoke, according to the state's Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Chicago collected 11 hits while improving to 23-10 in its last 33 games, bouncing back nicely after losing 8-6 in 10 innings in the series opener on Monday night.
U-M President Domenico Grasso announced Monday that Manuel will leave the role by the end of the year, as a third-party culture review found failures to act on allegations of wrongdoing within the athletic department.
A Detroit nonprofit's annual summer celebration was in jeopardy after 400 pairs of shoes were stolen from its warehouse. Thanks to the community, Hoopfest was able to move forward.
Ryan Johnson struck out five and allowed one run in five solid innings, Jorge Soler and Zach Neto delivered RBI hits and the Los Angeles Angels snapped a four-game skid with a 3-2 win over the Detroit Tigers.
Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation — finally scoring in the second period of extra time.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
Former NBA All-Star/entrepreneur Jalen Rose, DTE's Trevor Lauer and Oakland University president Ora Hirsch Pescovitz headline an all-star Michigan Matters episode.
Mark Hollis, COO of Rocket Entertainment and tournament director of the PGA Tour's Rocket Classic, appears on Michigan Matters.
Former U.S. Energy Secretary and Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm appears exclusively on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
The number of potential cases of a parasite that causes an intestinal ailment known as cyclosporiasis continues to spike in Michigan and other states. CBS News Detroit reports on challenges that Southeast Michigan patients have found with getting testing, and a backlog in lab results with the rush of requests.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made his first public comment on the growing cyclosporiasis outbreak in Michigan and other states on Tuesday, declaring it under control and denying that cutbacks to monitoring activities have hurt U.S. food safety.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told lawmakers Tuesday the U.S.-Iran war has cost about $37.5 billion so far, as the Trump administration asks Congress to approve additional Pentagon funding. CBS News has this report.
Three people were shot on Detroit's east side. A joint U.S.-Canada event to celebrate the Gordie Howe Bridge will not take place on Friday. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.
Happy Hump Day Fam!! Did you take a deep breath of FRESH AIR this morning?! Looking at good air quality and cooler temps today as the cold front did its job by pushing the smoke away and brought much cooler refreshing air. Mostly sunny today, high 75°. More sun expected heading into the weekend with temps warming back into the mid to upper 80’s by Sunday. Next chance for rain arrives Sunday evening.