Democratic Lawmaker Wants To Ban Felon Question On Job Applications
A Democratic Michigan lawmaker is launching an effort to prevent employers from asking about a person's criminal background on job applications.
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A Democratic Michigan lawmaker is launching an effort to prevent employers from asking about a person's criminal background on job applications.
A report from the U.S. Census Bureau says lots of people in metro Detroit are crossing county lines to get to work -- and few are carpooling or using public transportation.
Detroit's nonprofit jobs sector is large, growing and, in some cases, lucrative.
Jason Stewart teaches fourth grade at Edison Elementary School. Find out why he loves his job.
Take advantage of scholarships offered to Detroit students to forgo debilitating student loans.
Wesley Berry Flowers, operator of FlowerDeliveryExpress.com, is hiring 50 new customer service representatives at their Commerce Township location.
Step one to landing a great job? Update all online profiles.
Succeeding in a web admin role in Detroit takes a strong education and diligence.
When considering a career in Motown's criminal justice field, investigate education first.
Finding a job can be frustrating and disheartening. Making it to the top of an employer's pile of potential candidates requires more than just meeting the minimum requirements. You also have to outshine the competition and sell yourself as the perfect fit for the job.
With the economy finally on the upswing, many in Detroit are reconsidering education.
Jennifer Nycz discusses what it takes to achieve a Masters of Science in Nursing.
Those returning home to Detroit from military service may find an especially receptive job market.
Midwest teens are wise beyond their years when considering their future careers, a new survey reveals.
With many Detroiters still unemployed, it is surprising that there are so many vacant I.T. jobs.
Metro Detroit is ripe with opportunity for professionals with business degrees.
Detroit's higher education graduates in some fields do better than others. Find out who's earning the most.
Cedar Point is recruiting at least 5,000 seasonal employees who want to play where they work and give each guest a memorable experience this summer.
This year, The Home Depot is hiring ten thousand more spring associates than it did last year to support anticipated sales growth in the spring.
Marvel Technologies Inc., a provider of IT products and services, Monday reported a 74 percent increase in revenue and a 50 percent increase in employee count during 2012.
To be the best in Detroit, you have to think like the best in Detroit.
Within the Detroit health care field, the demand for skilled nurses is increasing.
The once-beleaguered teaching industry in Detroit is now back on the mend.
Are you searching for a job? Over 80 companies will be looking to hire new employees at a career fair on Thursday, Jan. 31 at the Best Western Hotel in Sterling Heights.
Three job markets in the Metro Detroit region are offering a wealth of opportunity for qualified candidates.
Camilo Doval forced in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded walk in a four-run 11th inning that gave the Tigers a 6-2 victory over the Yankees on Wednesday.
The 33-year-old played in Detroit during the 2024 and 2025 seasons, helping the team make back-to-back playoff appearances.
Officials say the "weak" tornado was recorded south of Trenary, Michigan, in Delta County, crossing Alger Delta 43rd Road before dissipating.
Some Metro Detroit businesses are adjusting operations to beat the heat this week, making modifications to keep both customers and employees cool.
Increased funding for Detroit's affordable housing trust fund takes effect July 1, but city officials say new construction won't begin immediately — the money is meant to support projects already in the pipeline.
The heat wave can even be dangerous if you don't take extra precautions to stay cool.
An investigation into cyclospora cases has expanded into seven Michigan counties, as health officials seek to determine the cause of the gastrointestinal illness.
A Hamtramck city councilman charged with election fraud and forgery has been acquitted of all felony charges in connection with the 2023 city council election
The 33-year-old played in Detroit during the 2024 and 2025 seasons, helping the team make back-to-back playoff appearances.
Officials say the "weak" tornado was recorded south of Trenary, Michigan, in Delta County, crossing Alger Delta 43rd Road before dissipating.
The Pontiac Star Car Reunion at the Oakland Expo Center features a wide range of vehicles.
President Trump says major automakers Ford and General Motors are in talks with defense contractors about possibly repurposing some plants for weapons production.
According to AAA, the average cost of gas statewide sits at $4.07.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
The United Auto Workers announced on Wednesday a tentative agreement with American Axle in Three Rivers, Michigan, ending a 10-day strike.
The Hitsville USA campus is undergoing a $75 million donor-funded expansion that includes a theater, recording studio, and immersive exhibits, with a grand reopening planned for 2027.
Grammy Award-winning rapper and recording artist Ludacris won't be performing at the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City, Michigan, after initially being billed for the event due to an "unforeseen scheduling conflict," according to organizers.
National Detroit-style Pizza Day is June 23, a date tied to a dish that traces its roots to a Detroit neighborhood bar and a Sicilian family recipe from 1946.
Crews have been preparing all morning, getting everything ready for the show just after 10 p.m.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Two people climbed to the top of New York City's Empire State Building, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon.
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.
The Hitsville USA campus is undergoing a $75 million donor-funded expansion that includes a theater, recording studio, and immersive exhibits, with a grand reopening planned for 2027.
Whitmer urges state officials to "take all necessary measures" to ensure that soldiers participate in providing public safety and security during events celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
The heat wave can even be dangerous if you don't take extra precautions to stay cool.
An investigation into cyclospora cases has expanded into seven Michigan counties, as health officials seek to determine the cause of the gastrointestinal illness.
DaVita says its Novi dialysis center will resume patient services July 2 after third-party reviews of equipment and water quality found no problems, as a state investigation into a patient death and multiple hospitalizations continues.
Officials say the source of the infection is currently unknown. The department did not say how many cases were confirmed in the county.
With dangerously hot temperatures expected in Southeast Michigan this week, doctors at DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital are urging people to take precautions to avoid heat-related illness.
Camilo Doval forced in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded walk in a four-run 11th inning that gave the Tigers a 6-2 victory over the Yankees on Wednesday.
The 33-year-old played in Detroit during the 2024 and 2025 seasons, helping the team make back-to-back playoff appearances.
Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Tigers beat the Yankees 9-3 on Tuesday night and sent New York to its season-worst sixth straight loss.
Former Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold was released on bond Tuesday, one day after a judge set a $1 million bond in connection with a robbery and kidnapping in Florida.
Casey Mize matched a career high with 10 strikeouts over seven innings and the Tigers capitalized on shoddy defense by the slumping Yankees in a 7-3 victory Monday night.
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.
We're in the throes of the 100 most dangerous driving days of the year as more folks take to the road for vacations.
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.
Some Metro Detroit businesses are adjusting operations to beat the heat this week, making modifications to keep both customers and employees cool.
Detroit's new fiscal year on Wednesday, July 1, and with it, more money is now available for the city's affordable housing trust fund.
July 1 is the deadline for Michigan lawmakers to pass a state budget, and it looks like they'll miss that cutoff for another year.
A verdict was reached on Wednesday against a Hamtramck city councilman in an election fraud case.
Southeast Michigan continues to feel the heat this week, and health experts say it's important to take extra precaution to stay cool.