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A new investment fund, Oakland Energy and Water Ventures, announced this week that it's looking for second-stage deals in energy conservation and water treatment.
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A new investment fund, Oakland Energy and Water Ventures, announced this week that it's looking for second-stage deals in energy conservation and water treatment.
Police are warning parents to be on the lookout after two instances of "stranger danger" were reported in different Oakland County communities.
While many schools close when the wind chills drop well below zero, one local school will be bundled up and open for business.
DAVID CORRIGAN is president and COO of Corrigan Moving Systems in Farmington Hills. Corrigan Moving Systems is a relocation company. As the third generation at the helm of the company, Corrigan oversees the $75 million operation, including supervising the management team and all 600 employees. He serves as vice chairman for the board of directors of UniGroup and is an active director of the American Moving and Storage Association. He has been recognized as Mover of the Year by Michigan Movers and Warehouseman's Association. Recently, United Van Lines presented its President's Quality Award to Corrigan Moving Systems, recognizing the company as the highest quality mover among its 400 agents. The American Moving & Storage Association selected the company as the "Agent of the Year." Corrigan Moving has 12 offices in four states, including nine in Michigan. The company's revenue increased 5 percent and the firm hired more than 200 people in the past year, with 10 percent growth in Southeast Michigan. Over his 35-year career with the company, Corrigan has worked in virtually every position, from cleaning the trucks to his current role. He earlier served as operations and general manager at various Corrigan branches, in charge of dispatching crews and managing finances and personnel. He received his bachelor's degree in transportation administration from Michigan State University. Read the full profile at www.ltu.edu/leaders.
The number of home sales fell but prices continued their upward march in January compared to a year earlier, according to figures released Monday by the Farmington Hills real estate information firm Realcomp II Ltd.
If you're looking for love this Valentine's Day, a local clothing store might be a better bet than a bar.
Johnson Controls Inc. has announced plans to add an energy storage laboratory and testing center at Lawrence Technological University in Southfield.
ServPro of Farmington and Farmington Hills, a franchisee of the Texas-based fire and water damage restoration company, has added a device called the DryBox that can dry out and rescue most drowned phones in half an hour.
Imagine a city where the vibrations of traffic charge batteries for electric cars, and where those cars can snap into trainlike mass transit. Those were among the ideas that St. John Lutheran School in Rochester used to design a city in China centures into the future. And that city was judged the best of 25 entries in Monday's Engineering Society of Detroit's 19th annual Michigan Regional Future City Competition.
The Farmington Hills-based online auto finance service provider RouteOne LLC Friday announced support for General Motors Inc. initiatives on its online platform.
A Farmington Hills man was swindled out of nearly four-thousand dollars by someone claiming to be with the IRS.
Cassalle Nettles, 43, was arraigned Tuesday in the death of Duraid Lossia in Farmington Hills.
Farmington Hills Police are still searching for the suspect who shot and killed a party store owner Saturday afternoon.
A party store owner has been shot and killed in what police are calling an attempted robbery.
Police say a man was killed when fire ripped through his home in Farmington Hills.
Real estate sales in the 10-county metro Detroit area fell 4.7 percent in November from November 2012, but prices continued their sharp upward spike, according to the Farmington Hills real estate information firm Realcomp II Ltd.
NEETU SETH: Founder and CEO of NITS Solutions in Farmington Hills. NITS Solutions provides custom technology; marketing services such as direct mail, surveys and sales calls; and data-management services to Fortune 500 clients. The company began in staffing services and expanded into data analysis to meet customer demands. Since its inception in 2009, NITS Solutions has increased revenue significantly, projecting up to $2 million this year from $850,000 in 2012 and $400,000 in 2011. The company also has added several employees as it continues its rapid growth. Under Seth's leadership, NITS Solutions recently has been named one of the Michigan 50 Companies to Watch. Previously, Seth held positions in e-banking services at ADP and Citigroup. She received her bachelor's degree from Guru Nanek Dev University in India and her MBA from Eastern Michigan University. Read the full profile at www.ltu.edu/leaders. (Note: Leaders & Innovators will be on hiatus for the next two weeks due to the Christmas and New Year's holidays, and will return Tuesday, Jan. 7.)
The city of Salina, Kan. faced a major groundwater pollution issue. Originating from a former Strategic Air Command base, it posed the threat of tens of millions of dollars in remediation and possible future health issues for the area's residents.
The incident happened on Orchard Lake Road between 11 Mile Road and I-696 in Farmington Hills.
The Bosch Community Fund's Bosch Energy, Science and Technology Project has donated $35,000 to 26 Detroit Public Schools teachers to fund projects to improve science, technology, engineering and mathematics instruction in the district.
When it comes to housing in metro Detroit, it's once again a seller's market.
Bright House Networks announced Tuesday that it is working with The Filipino Channel to open the network's signal in the wake of Typhoon Haiyan.
Jervis B. Webb Co., a subsidiary of Daifuku Webb Holding Co., will be holding a FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Lego League scrimmage and demonstration on Saturday, Nov. 9 at Webb's demonstration center, 48825 West Road in Wixom.
The information and database provider Gale Wednesday introduced a new purchase option called Usage-Driven Acquisition for its Gale Virtual Reference Library e-book system.
The Farmington Hills research and reference publisher Gale announced the addition of nearly 200 new children's reference titles from Encyclopaedia Britannica to its Gale Virtual Reference Library e-book platform.
Authorities claim Yolanda Matthews submitted more than $539,000 in false and fraudulent claims to Medicare.
The U.S. Department of Education is demanding answers from Ann Arbor Public Schools over policies regarding transgender students.
Michigan residents who use a Bridge Card to access food assistance or cash assistance benefits will receive replacement cards later this year.
Police have finally identified the remains of a woman murdered nearly a century ago and buried beneath a building in Toronto.
Here's a look at what's on the ballot in Southeast Michigan.
The U.S. Department of Education is demanding answers from Ann Arbor Public Schools over policies regarding transgender students.
The Michigan chapter of the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR) is condemning a Farmington Hills school board trustee's comments that many claim were aimed at U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El Sayed as anti-Arab racism.
Four board members voted during a special meeting to place Superintendent Amy Wilcox on paid administrative leave again.
Here's a look at what's on the ballot in Southeast Michigan.
Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens clashed on outside spending and electability in their last debate before Michigan's Democratic primary next week.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A 23-year-old man who pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise in connection with a Metro Detroit vehicle theft operation that Michigan officials called "prolific" has been sentenced, according to online court records.
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.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
A major weekend in Ann Arbor as fans gear up to see country music star Morgan Wallen take over the University of Michigan Big House stadium on Friday and Saturday.
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Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens clashed on outside spending and electability in their last debate before Michigan's Democratic primary next week.
Jackson Holliday had four hits and the Baltimore Orioles hit three home runs in an 8-5 win against the Detroit Tigers on Monday night.
Severe "convective" storms account for roughly a third of global natural disaster economic losses, a new study finds.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
Crude prices dropped as the U.S. Ambassador to the UN said suspension of attacks is aimed at finding a diplomatic solution.
Authorities claim Yolanda Matthews submitted more than $539,000 in false and fraudulent claims to Medicare.
Trinity Health's new leadership council aims to improve engagement with the local residents who get care in Brighton.
Michigan officials are tracking over 1,000 new cases of cyclosporiasis as the outbreak continues to add up.
According to a CBS News poll released on Sunday, 40% of Americans are buying or eating less produce because of the outbreak of cyclospora, which causes cyclosporiasis. So, CBS News Detroit wanted to know if this sudden shift in eating habits has impacted people and restaurants in Metro Detroit.
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
Jackson Holliday had four hits and the Baltimore Orioles hit three home runs in an 8-5 win against the Detroit Tigers on Monday night.
Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel will receive a $7.14 million lump sum as part of his separation agreement with the university.
Center fielders Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones and second baseman Jeff Kent were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.
The Detroit Tigers were edged by the Royals 5-4 at Comerica Park on Sunday afternoon after Kansas City's Michael Massey hit a go-ahead, two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning.
The Detroit Tigers were defeated by the Royals 3-2 on Saturday after Nick Loftin hit a tie-breaking home run in the ninth inning for Kansas City.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
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.
We stay sunny and dry through the work week
One of the causes that Rocket Classic has supported in Detroit is College, Career and Beyond. Jason Malone talks about the organization's history and the support that Rocket Classic has provided.
Novi City West, a development that includes housing and restaurants, is in the planning stage. Michigan cyclosporiasis cases continue to spike. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.
President Trump visited Metro Detroit on Monday, delivering remarks at General Motors' Milford Proving Ground. Now back in Washington, Mr. Trump is set to host the leaders of Israel and Ukraine. CBS News has this report.
The Rocket Classic golf tournament begins July 30 at Detroit Golf Club. One of the events leading up to it is the Par 3 in the D, which is a rooftop golf challenge taking place July 28.