Why a Michigan mayor wants state lawmakers to change laws about fireworks
Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor wants state lawmakers to change laws surrounding fireworks. He says cities need more authority over how they're enforced.
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Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor wants state lawmakers to change laws surrounding fireworks. He says cities need more authority over how they're enforced.
Metro Detroit and State of Michigan investigators seized fireworks that included those falsely marked as consumer-level items.
Here's what to know ahead of the 2026 fireworks show in downtown Detroit.
Crews have been preparing all morning, getting everything ready for the show just after 10 p.m.
The 68th running of the Ford Fireworks show is happening on Monday night in Detroit. CBS News Detroit’s Julia Avant explains what you need to know.
The City of Detroit will invoke an earlier teen curfew than usual for a summer night in conjunction with the 2026 Ford Fireworks show.
The committee ultimately sent the ordinance to the full City Council without a recommendation.
City officials say the proposal is a routine request tied to the annual event and nothing more.
A Romulus man is facing a slew of felony charges in connection with shooting and injuring two people at last month's Ford Fireworks in Detroit.
No injuries were reported, and no other structures were damaged.
Police arrested 19-year-old Alphonso Cooper at a residence in Washtenaw County Monday afternoon.
Dearborn police ran a "zero tolerance" enforcement of fireworks rules during the Fourth of July weekend.
Experts advise paying close attention to where you're launching or landing the displays.
Banks and post offices will close on July Fourth, but many grocery stores, restaurants and other retailers plan to remain open. Here's what to know.
The Fourth of July is around the corner, and many Michiganders are wondering where they can celebrate this year.
Rich Naponelli, owner of Dog Training Elite Chicago, offers tips on keeping animals comfortable during patriotic celebrations.
The Ford Fireworks show along the Detroit River will begin around 10 p.m. Monday.
Detroit's fireworks show is tonight - June 23. Here's a preview of what to expect in terms of best viewing locations and when they open for visitors.
The cost of fireworks could jump this summer because of the impact of tariffs.
Sterling State Park in Monroe County will not host a fireworks show on Michigan's Lake Erie shoreline this summer.
See how people around the world welcomed 2025.
The man who went viral after his wheelchair malfunctioned as he was lighting a firework is reminding people about the dangers of fireworks.
One day after Independence Day, air quality levels in Metro Detroit were high. Experts said pollution after a fireworks show is just one of many cons during big events.
A Fourth of July celebration got out of hand after a house in Chesterfield Township caught on fire.
Ahead of July 4, here are the states where fireworks sales are legal, where they're illegal and where various restrictions apply.
A Detroit family is grieving after prosecutors say an alleged drunk driver hit and killed two people early Sunday morning.
All hands are on deck to keep people safe from the heat in Detroit.
A 23-year-old man has died after a trench collapsed at a construction site in Livingston County, making it the third trench to collapse in the last two days in Southeast Michigan.
A Warren firefighter has been charged with allegedly sending unsolicited messages to an 18-year-old woman on Snapchat.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
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
A Detroit family is grieving after prosecutors say an alleged drunk driver hit and killed two people early Sunday morning.
All hands are on deck to keep people safe from the heat in Detroit.
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.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
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.
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.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
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.
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.
The family of one of the two people who were fatally struck by a suspected drunk driver is remembering the life they say was taken too soon.
A 23-year-old man has died after a trench collapsed at a construction site in Livingston County, making it the third trench to collapse in the last two days in Southeast Michigan.
All hands are on deck to keep people safe from the heat in Detroit.
The extreme heat is not only causing power outages, it's forcing businesses and some planned events to make some serious changes.
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