Residents concerned with potential floods associated with new school site
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.
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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.
Study finds cancer-linked PFAS chemicals prevalent in drinking water sources across the globe, including many far over regulatory limits.
This year, instead of investing in annual or perennial flowers, try Michigan native plants.
Trillions of periodical cicadas are emerging from the ground this spring, bringing with them their loud buzzing and molted exoskeletons. Here's where you will be able to see them.
More than 100 nations, including the United States, have agreed to protect 30% of the world's oceans by 2030.
People who have experienced extreme weather are especially likely to say climate change needs to be addressed right away.
The Justice Department and environmental groups filed two lawsuits alleging that Campell's plant in Napoleon, Ohio, has allowed wastewater and pollutants to flow unchecked into the Maumee River for years.
Green Macomb, which supports green infrastructure in Macomb County, is partnering with the Blue Water Conservation District to bring back their annual plant and tree sale.
The Sierra Group, along with local officials, are calling on lawmakers in Lansing to crack down on polluters.
Michigan officials say the first samples tested from a spill at Bear Creek in Warren last week showed metals and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
The spacecraft's instruments will study how Earth's oceans, atmosphere and land masses interact and how that interaction impacts climate change.
The Great Lakes are seeing low ice coverage this winter. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said this is part of a longer-term trend of less, which can have lasting impacts.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
With dangerously high temperatures expected over the next few days in Southeast Michigan, SMART is rolling out its cooling buses to give people a place to escape the heat.
Embattled Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel has addressed the latest round of reports about his potential exit from the university, saying he has been fired by social media three times in 10 years.
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
When police arrived, they found the 5-year-old sitting on the front porch of his home, suffering from a gunshot wound to the left arm.
Tuesday's reported 3,309 cases are roughly 10 times the number reported on July 2, officials say.
All lanes of eastbound Interstate 94 at Moross Road in Metro Detroit were shut down for hours for a police investigation on Tuesday.
The entire state of Michigan will be under an air quality alert on Wednesday due to particulate pollution from Canadian wildfire smoke, environmental officials said.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
With dangerously high temperatures expected over the next few days in Southeast Michigan, SMART is rolling out its cooling buses to give people a place to escape the heat.
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.
President Trump says major automakers Ford and General Motors are in talks with defense contractors about possibly repurposing some plants for weapons production.
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.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
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.
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
Tuesday's reported 3,309 cases are roughly 10 times the number reported on July 2, officials say.
Neither of the victims of the ICE shootings in Maine or Texas were the target of enforcement operations, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Lower gasoline prices slowed inflation in June, though many household costs remained stubbornly high.
A 65-year-old man was thrown 8 feet into the air by a bison that charged at him in Yellowstone National Park, video shows.
Tuesday's reported 3,309 cases are roughly 10 times the number reported on July 2, officials say.
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to more than 3,300 cases in 55 counties.
The latest announcement from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services comes hours after officials said the number of cases had grown to more than 2,600.
The ambulance is designed to connect children with specialized care as quickly and safely as possible.
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to more than 2,600 cases.
Embattled Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel has addressed the latest round of reports about his potential exit from the university, saying he has been fired by social media three times in 10 years.
An amended complaint by former University of Michigan football coach Chris Partridge alleges that school leaders concealed their knowledge of the sign-stealing scheme that was under investigation by the NCAA.
Sophie Shaft is a rising star with USA weightlifting, and she's got the hardware to show for it.
J.T. Realmuto hit a three-run double in the sixth inning and Zack Wheeler struck out 10 in six scoreless innings, helping the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Detroit Tigers 5-0 on Sunday to win their three-game series before the All-Star break.
Detroit Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle can't wait to go home for the All-Star Game in Philadelphia.
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.
We're in the throes of the 100 most dangerous driving days of the year as more folks take to the road for vacations.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
Wildfire smoke expected to move south through the state throughout the day
With the Aug. 4 primary election in Michigan weeks away, CBS News Detroit is talking to candidates in local, state and federal races. Former state Rep. Shanelle Jackson discusses her run for the 12th congressional district. The seat is currently held by Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib, who is seeking reelection.
With dangerously high temperatures expected in Southeast Michigan over the next few days, SMART is rolling out its cooling buses to give people a place to escape the heat.
With the Aug. 4 primary election in Michigan weeks away, CBS News Detroit is talking to candidates in local, state and federal races. Michigan 11th congressional district candidate John Paul Torres discusses his campaign. The seat is currently held by Congresswoman Haley Stevens, who is running for the U.S. Senate.