Careless Smoking Blamed For Fatal Pontiac Fire
Authorities say careless smoking is to blame for a fire in Pontiac that killed a 67-year-old man.
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Authorities say careless smoking is to blame for a fire in Pontiac that killed a 67-year-old man.
An alert neighbor spotted the fire in Clinton Township and called 911. The fire broke out Tuesday evening at the Schultz Estates Condo Complex near Garfield and Canal.
A 30-year-old western Michigan man has been charged with murder, accused of setting his landlady on fire after she complained about his music.
Authorities say a 30-year-old western Michigan man set his landlady on fire after she complained about his loud music.
A Detroit home has been destroyed and two other houses burned following an explosion on Faust Street near the Southfield Freeway.
A two-alarm fire has taken the life of an elderly Pontiac man who was known fondly by neighbors who said he looked out for them.
At one point, firefighters had to retreat from the burning building, and managed to escape, just before a portion of the house collapsed.
Eight pets have died at a Macomb County mobile home in a fire that may have been caused by lamps used to grow medical marijuana.
A 19-year-old Detroit man has died after setting himself on fire during an argument with a family member.
A Warren mother and her four children are burned out of their home, in what police are calling an act of arson.
Thursday, Dec. 29 marks a sad anniversary in the City of Wayne, where one year ago a massive explosion killed two people and severely injured the owner of Frank's Furniture Store.
Authorities say a heavy smoker apparently caused a fire that killed him and sent three other residents of their suburban Detroit apartment complex to the hospital.
A preliminary examination date has been set for an Inkster woman accused of stealing her great grandparent's credit cards and attempting to murder them.
A fire at a Hazel Park apartment complex for seniors killed one person and injured three others.
Consumers Energy has released a report on the cause of a furniture store explosion in Wayne last December that killed two people.
Just days before Christmas, several Gibraltar families were burned out of their apartments as an early morning fire swept through their building at the Marina Bay complex.
Officials are asking residents with breathing problems to stay indoors after winds blew heavy smoke from Canada St. Clair County.
Lansing officials are working with St. Vincent de Paul after a weekend fire gutted the charitable organization's local thrift store and office.
Two people were killed Wednesday after part of a vacant nursing home collapsed around them on the Detroit's west side. The pair were allegedly trying to salvage scrap metal from the abandoned building.
Authorities say a fire was reported inside the 31-year old's apartment on Joy Road near I-275 around 4:15 a.m. As police arrived, the unidentified man jumped from the second floor window.
DTE crews said there was an illegal electrical hookup at the home, although fire officials said the cause of the fire remains undetermined.
Elementary students at one Detroit charter school will have Thursday off, after an overnight fire damaged at least one classroom.
Fire investigators have determined a garage fire started because an extension cord was overloaded with several sets of Christmas lights.
New Baltimore residents were literally shaken on Wednesday when explosions erupted from their neighbor's home.
A Huron Township mother convicted of murder for setting a mobile-home fire that killed two of her children has been sentenced to life in prison.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
A lawsuit filed on behalf of two Southeast Michigan residents alleges that Apple has failed to "adequately protect" people from being stalked with AirTags.
A police program in Sterling Heights is teaching vulnerable community members what to expect if they are pulled over.
Police in Royal Oak, Michigan, say they're investigating a brawl at a pub that broke out during the Woodward Dream Cruise on Saturday and resulted in eight arrests.
Service men and woman from Michigan lost all their personal belongings after Iranian missile and drone strikes overseas. The VFW in Wyandotte has put out a call to action, asking the community to contribute supplies for those impacted.
Service members from Michigan lost their personal belongings after Iranian missile and drone strikes overseas. The VFW in Wyandotte is working to help them recover.
Police in Royal Oak, Michigan, say they're investigating a brawl at a pub that broke out during the Woodward Dream Cruise on Saturday and resulted in eight arrests.
A police program in Sterling Heights is teaching vulnerable community members what to expect if they are pulled over.
A lawsuit filed on behalf of two Southeast Michigan residents alleges that Apple has failed to "adequately protect" people from being stalked with AirTags.
A federal judge in Michigan has sentenced a New York man who admitted to sexually exploiting a child to 30 years in prison, according to a court document filed Friday.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Dodge unveiled the return of the Super Bee on Thursday during a media preview for Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
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.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
Nearly 130,000 utility customers statewide remained without power as of Sunday afternoon.
Kate Douglass, 24, is a five-time Olympic medalist.
Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.
Miguel Vargas homered twice, Tristan Peters and Munetaka Murakami went deep once each, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Detroit Tigers 9-5.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says a human case of influenza A H1N2 swine flu was detected in a person who was a participant at the Kent County Youth Fair.
A new executive order from President Trump is reshaping federal childhood vaccine recommendations and encouraging states to review their school immunization requirements, a move that comes as Michigan families prepare for the new school year.
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is considering a resolution that would implement a program from Opioid Free America that would analyze prescription data of county employees and encourage prescribers to wean their patients off opioids.
An additional 35 Michigan residents have required hospital care for cyclosporiasis as an outbreak continues to be tracked, state health officials said on Thursday.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Munetaka Murakami hit a go-ahead homer in the seventh inning and the Chicago White Sox rallied for a 7-5 win over the Detroit Tigers to complete a three-game sweep.
There's no doubt in Isaac TeSlaa's mind where the Detroit Lions wide receiver group ranks among its peers.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
With a dozen days of training camp and one preseason game in the books, questions remain about the Detroit Lions offensive line starters.
Andrew Benintendi had two hits, including the go-ahead single in the seventh inning, and the Chicago White Sox defeated the Detroit Tigers for the second straight day, 4-3.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
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 impact of Tropical Storm Lala was felt by thousands of people across Hawaii Sunday. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Seasonal and dry start to the week
The Black Bottom | Black Legacy Festival on Sunday celebrated the people, culture and stories that helped shape Black Detroit. Organizers say the goal of the event is to make sure the stories of communities that have changed or disappeared over time are not forgotten.
Michigan service members suffered great losses when Iranian missiles and drones hit overseas. Now, members of the VFW post in Wyandotte are making sure they don't have to start over alone. Veronica Ortega shows how.
Investigators are working to find out the cause of a fire that heavily damaged an adult foster care facility in Redford Township on Saturday. Firefighters found three people dead in the home while searching it. Julia Avant spoke to a man who lives next door about the incident.