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Morel mushroom hunting is an art that can take years to perfect. In Washtenaw County, Carrie Hensel of Ann Arbor has been hunting for the elusive mushrooms for 12 years.
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Morel mushroom hunting is an art that can take years to perfect. In Washtenaw County, Carrie Hensel of Ann Arbor has been hunting for the elusive mushrooms for 12 years.
34 million people live in one of these major U.S. cities that's sinking, new research shows. See if your area is on the list — and how quickly the land is moving.
A large brood of periodical cicadas is due to emerge in the spring of 2025. These maps show where people should expect to see and hear the bugs this year.
Earth Day in Ann Arbor, Michigan, this year focused on the people who help study and protect the planet.
The first day of spring, also known as the vernal equinox, has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere on March 20, 2025.
Two-thirds of Americans support a transition to clean energy by 2050, and 3 out of 4 support regulating carbon emissions, according to a long-running Yale study. These maps show the results.
A study, published Thursday in the journal Science, found that 22% of butterflies in the United States disappeared between 2000 and 2020.
People against the plan say they're concerned about flooding, unstable soil and the environmental impacts of the project.
The demonstration comes as the Trump administration continues to cut down the federal workforce.
Saturday's demonstration comes as the Trump administration continues to cut down the federal workforce.
Parents on both sides of the issue say the debate is tearing their community apart, and they're tired of the division it has caused.
We headed to the Thurston Nature Center to learn why residents believe these plans could increase the risk of flooding in this already flood-prone area.
Ann Arbor will use a discount and rebate plan to nudge property owners away from gas-powered lawn care equipment.
There are less than 1,000 of these rare ghost orchids left in the wild.
Scientists from the International Thwaites Glacier Collaboration warn of a "grim outlook" for the Thwaites Glacier, also known as the "Doomsday Glacier."
The International Joint Commission, a collaboration between the United States and Canada, is calling for more precise testing of the water in Michigan lakes.
Radioactive waste from the creation of the atomic bomb during World War II is coming to Wayne County.
Cheaply made clothing is piling up in landfills, and experts are now alarmed by another way the fast-fashion industry is impacting the environment.
The full list of hurricane names for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season include Beryl, Joyce and Kirk.
As summer ramps up, flooding increases, especially in urban areas. But researchers say there are steps that communities can take now to prepare and protect neighborhoods from dangerous flooding. Jacob Napieralski, geology professor at the University of Michigan Dearborn, joined CBS News Detroit to weigh in.
The W.E. Upjohn at the University of Michigan's Nichols Arboretum has reached peak bloom, and it's a stunning sight.
Climate change and more rain could mean more rainwater runoff, which can affect our local rivers and water sources. Gardeners say rain gardens could be the answer to help refill our aquifers, prevent unnecessary rainwater runoff, and even help stop your basement from flooding.
Nevada wildlife officials launched a huge investigation after spotting three animals believed to be wolves, which do not normally live in the state.
Environmental activists want Cleveland Cliffs Steel in Dearborn to stop using coal blast furnaces to make steel.
The bugs emit a loud, droning buzzing sound when they emerge — signaling they are ready to mate.
Michigan leaders are vowing action on dam safety reforms after the latest dam failure crisis.
Perry Johnson's campaign seeks a court order to stop John James from using the phrase "John James Governor" in campaign materials, saying it could mislead Michigan voters.
Robert Costa, the award-winning national correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning and chief Washington analyst for CBS News, talks about Michigan's role in this critical midterm election.
Professionally trained K-9s will become part of the security team at the Detroit Assembly Complex - Mack.
A Detroit man has been found guilty of killing a Fenton Township man in a 2024 Facebook Marketplace sale gone wrong, prosecutors said.
Paige Shiver's attorneys say the University of Michigan "must take accountability" for a "hostile" environment at its athletic department
Any storms that do develop could bring brief heavy rain and gusty winds, though the overall severe threat appears limited at this time.
A man, whom authorities say is homeless, is charged with a hate crime over antisemitic graffiti at Congregation Beth Shalom.
Federal regulators gave the corporate owner seven days to bring an engineer on site and file an assessment after record flooding nearly caused the dam to overtop in April.
Some regulars at the Daly Drive In said they've been having lunch there for decades, the waitstaff know their names and even their orders. They said it's a real shame the restaurant is set to close.
Professionally trained K-9s will become part of the security team at the Detroit Assembly Complex - Mack.
As part of National Volunteer Week, Ford employees spent Thursday planting trees and shrubs at Fort Street Bridge Interpretive Park.
According to recall data compiled from the National Highway Safety Administration, Ford Motor Company had more recalls in 2025 than any other automaker.
At a gas station in Detroit, owner Mohamad Mallah, known to customers as Big Moe, decided to give back in a big way.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $3.87 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Motown may be Detroit's most famous sound, but it's far from the only one.
Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate Paul Stanley.
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
Restaurants are being considered for the new Michelin Guide American Great Lakes Edition, set to be revealed in 2027.
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said that the Federal Reserve's inspector general will investigate cost overruns in project to renovate the central bank's headquarters.
Spencer Torkelson hit a walk-off home run and Riley Greene had two hits, including a two-run homer, to rally the Detroit Tigers to a 5-4 win over the Milwaukee Brewers.
Kristen McDonald Rivet and Rick Crawford introduced the SNAP Rotisserie Chicken Act.
The Justice Department's internal watchdog said it will audit the department's compliance with the law that required the release of the Epstein files.
The law removed a previous restriction that limited citizenship by descent to one generation, opening eligibility to anyone with a direct Canadian ancestor.
Macomb County health officials reported Thursday the county's first confirmed measles case in 2026.
Michigan Dr. Jean Tsao said she recommends everyone take some basic precautions this tick season.
Michigan residents are increasingly at risk for acquiring Lyme disease, data from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services shows.
A West Bloomfield surgeon will spend a year in prison for his role in a $7 million Medicare fraud scheme, federal prosecutors said.
University of Michigan president-elect Kent Syverud announced Wednesday that he is being treated for a form of brain cancer.
The Detroit Lions selected Clemson offensive tackle Blake Miller on Thursday as the 17th pick overall in the 2026 NFL draft.
Spencer Torkelson hit a walk-off home run and Riley Greene had two hits, including a two-run homer, to rally the Detroit Tigers to a 5-4 win over the Milwaukee Brewers.
Here is what to know about where and when to watch the 2026 NFL Draft.
Here's a look at where the Lions will make their picks this week.
Cade Cunningham had 27 points, 11 assists and six rebounds to lead the top-seeded Detroit Pistons to a 98-83 win over the eighth-seeded Orlando Magic, evening their first-round series and ending the longest home losing streak in NBA playoff history.
Robert Costa, the award-winning national correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning and chief Washington analyst for CBS News, talks about Michigan's role in this critical midterm election.
Diallo Smith, CEO of Detroit nonprofit Life Remodeled, talks about its new opportunity hub on the east side of Detroit called Anchor Detroit.
It's a look at the critical relationship between Canada, Michigan and the U.S. on this week's Michigan Matters.
The roundtable discusses the dramatic impact AI is having in the classroom, at companies and inside homes.
There's a focus on Michigan's defense industry as a national convention comes to Detroit in a few weeks, with over 11,000 people expected at Huntington Place.
Robert Costa, the award-winning national correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning and chief Washington analyst for CBS News, talks about Michigan's role in this critical midterm election during an appearance on Michigan Matters, which airs this Sunday.
The Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit has reopened after ongoing months-worth of renovations.
Frank Penna, executive chef at Villa Penna, shares the story of garlic's cardiovascular kick.
DTE Energy said on Thursday that it intends to hold off on seeking rate hikes for at least two years after requesting $474.3 million to support the electric grid and power generation.
A man has been arrested in connection with vandalism of Congregation Beth Shalom in Oak Park, Michigan.