Judge orders City of Eastpointe mayor to not block residents from public comment
Mary Hall-Rayford and three other Eastpointe residents filed a lawsuit against Mayor Monique Owens for allegedly violating their first amendment right.
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Dearborn School Board makes decision about controversial books
After several months of contentious public comment surrounding seven controversial books in the Dearborn School District Library, the board decided to get rid of two books and keep three, while two others remain under review.
School ordered to allow anti-abortion pitch on election eve
A judge ordered an Ann Arbor school to allow opponents of an abortion-rights ballot question to deliver their message over the public-address system Monday, saying a denial violated the students' free-speech rights.
First Amendment Backers See Free Speech Fading At Colleges
Some experts are declaring a free speech crisis.
Litter? Detroit Newspaper Sues Suburb Over Shopping Guide
The Detroit Free Press is also seeking millions of dollars in punitive damages.
Michigan Regulators Ordered Back To Court On Controversial Beer Label
The brewery claims its First Amendment rights were violated when the Liquor Control Commission rejected an ale with a name that's offensive to some people.
Judge Rules In Favor Of College Student In Twitter Dispute
A judge says a Twitter account intended to poke fun at a mid-Michigan lawyer is protected by the First Amendment.
Lawyer's Rants Against Gay Student Not Protected, Michigan Appeals Court Says
A state attorney fired for an anti-gay campaign against a college student can't collect unemployment benefits, the Michigan appeals court says.
Full Appeals Court Will Rehear Bible Believers, Arab Festival Case
A federal appeals court has agreed to take another look at a First Amendment claim made by Christian evangelists who were told to leave an Arab-American street festival or be ticketed by police in Dearborn.
Ex-Detroit Lawyer Loses Appeal Over 'Ghetto' Remark
A former top lawyer for the city of Detroit who lost her job for describing a local court as "ghetto" has lost an appeal over her dismissal.
Dearborn Pays $100,000 In Lawsuit By Evangelists
The city of Dearborn has paid $100,000 in legal fees to attorneys for a Christian evangelist whose free-speech rights were violated at a popular Arab-American street festival.
Court: Dearborn Violated Evangelist's Rights
A Detroit suburb violated the free-speech rights of a Christian evangelist by barring him from handing out leaflets at an Arab-American street festival last year, a federal appeals court said Thursday.
No Quick Decision In Campaign Cash Case
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At least 26 dead after tornado causes destruction across Mississippi, Alabama
A string of deadly storms swept across the Southeast, causing catastrophic damage.
The Saturday Six: Blockbuster's possible comeback, 3D cheesecake and more
In case you missed it, scientists created a seven-ingredient 3D cheesecake and we figured out the best — and worst — cities to live in if you have seasonal allergies.
Detroit youth organization challenges Farmington Hills police in basketball game
The Farmington Police Department took their basketball skills to the court on Friday against a Detroit youth organization for the First Responders Basketball Tour.
Covenant House Michigan host sleepout event, attendees battle bitter temps
A call to action for homelessness, Covenant House Michigan is hosting its seventh annual young professional sleep out.
What's next for workers after Michigan repeals right-to-work law?
On Friday, Michigan became the first state in decades to repeal a right-to-work law that allowed workers to opt out of paying union dues and fees. The change goes into effect 90 days after the current legislative session ends.
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At least 26 dead after tornado causes destruction across Mississippi, Alabama
A string of deadly storms swept across the Southeast, causing catastrophic damage.
The Saturday Six: Blockbuster's possible comeback, 3D cheesecake and more
In case you missed it, scientists created a seven-ingredient 3D cheesecake and we figured out the best — and worst — cities to live in if you have seasonal allergies.
Severe Weather Awareness Week 2023
The week of March 19-25 in Michigan is Severe Weather Awareness Week.
Detroit youth organization challenges Farmington Hills police in basketball game
The Farmington Police Department took their basketball skills to the court on Friday against a Detroit youth organization for the First Responders Basketball Tour.
Play the Bracket Challenge on CBS News Detroit
The contest pays $100 for winning each round and $1,000 to the overall winner.
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Ford's Tenn. plant could make 500K electric pickups per year
A new Ford assembly plant being built in western Tennessee will be able to build up to 500,000 electric pickup trucks per year at full production, the company said Friday.
GM to stop making the Camaro but a successor may be in works
General Motors, which sells the brawny muscle car, said Wednesday it will stop making the current generation early next year.
Cruise wants to test self-driving vehicles across California
General Motors' Cruise autonomous vehicle unit on Monday asked California for permission to test the cars across the entire state.
Ford Woodhaven Stamping Plant honors Rosie the Riveter
Women are carrying a big part of the load in the tool and die department at the Ford Woodhaven Stamping Plant.
Honda recalling 500,000 vehicles to fix seat belt problem
Honda is recalling a half-million vehicles in the U.S. and Canada because the front seat belts may not latch properly.
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With Blockbuster website active, fans speculate on comeback
The antiquated, but still beloved, movie rental retailer has a live website – even though the company was bought by DISH in 2011 and ceased most of its operations in 2014. What is going on with the company now?
New details revealed about 50th anniversary celebration "The Young and the Restless"
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
New theater aims to bring diversity and faith to Port Huron
Bringing diversity and faith to the Thumb, a new performing arts training center is introduced to the community of Port Huron.
2023 Lollapalooza headliners include Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar
The four-day event takes place in Chicago in early August.
An inside look at Detroit's Third Man Records
Vinyl is back, and it's getting more popular by the year. So popular that record makers can't keep up.
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At least 26 dead after tornado causes destruction across Mississippi, Alabama
A string of deadly storms swept across the Southeast, causing catastrophic damage.
The Saturday Six: Blockbuster's possible comeback, 3D cheesecake and more
In case you missed it, scientists created a seven-ingredient 3D cheesecake and we figured out the best — and worst — cities to live in if you have seasonal allergies.
More than a third of U.S. adults are stressed out over money
Stubbornly high inflation and mounting debt are weighing on many people's finances — and their minds.
80% of receipts at major stores have "toxic" chemicals: study
Consumers should wash their hands after handling store receipts or simply not ask for one, ecological group advises.
Twitter ending old verification process in April
Twitter Blue subscribers will also have access to several new features on Twitter.
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Blood test can determine if you're carrying a cancer gene
Sarina Oden says a routine check-up led her to a surprising diagnosis when she told her primary care physician about her family's medical history.
Wastewater dashboard monitoring monkeypox, influenza, other viruses in 5 SE Michigan cities
A wastewater dashboard that tracks pathogens is now monitoring monkeypox, influenza-A, norovirus GII and the respiratory syncytial virus in five Southeast Michigan cities.
Woodhaven High School students collect feminine products, toiletries for the community
The Women of Woodhaven is a student organization designed to advocate for the needs of young women in the community.
What is xylazine, the veterinary sedative being found in the U.S. drug supply?
The drug has been found in an increasing number of overdoses and overdose deaths.
CDC warns of "alarming" rise of potentially deadly fungal threat
Reports of patients with the drug-resistant fungal infection Candida auris have accelerated in recent years.
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Miami beats No. 1 seed Houston; all four top NCAA seeds out
Knocking No. 1 seed Houston out of the NCAA Tournament made Jim Larrañaga feel like dancing.
Jerry Green, Detroit sports writer at 56 Super Bowls, dies
Jerry Green, a Detroit sports writer who covered 56 consecutive Super Bowls, has died at 94, The Detroit News said Friday.
Michigan State loses to Kansas State 98-93 in OT
Kansas State beat Michigan State 98-93 on Thursday night in a Sweet 16 thriller at Madison Square Garden.
From Michigan to New York: Jordan Burrows, Ronnie Duncan prepare for MSU's Sweet 16 game
While the Spartans prepare for their game Thursday against No. 3 seed Kansas State at Madison Square Garden, CBS News Detroit's Jordan Burrows and Ronnie Duncan took the next flight to New York.
Dates announced for 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit
The 2024 NFL Draft will take place April 25-27, 2024, in the area around Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza.
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Michigan Matters: Closing Out Women's History Month with Two Sports Superstars
As Women's History Month continues, it's a conversation with two women who dominated their sport on the world's stage as legendary driver Lyn St. James and Olympic Gold Medal Winning Ice Skater Meryl Davis appear on "Michigan Matters" this Sunday to talk about their careers, making it to the top and helping the community.
Michigan Matters: Celebrating First Lady Betty Ford & Bavarian Inn's Dorothy Zehnder
As Women's History Month continues, it's a "Michigan Matters" spotlight on two dynamic leaders from our state – former First Lady Betty Ford and Dorothy Zehnder, the 101-year-old restaurant owner from Frankenmuth.
Michigan Matters: Star Trek's William Shatner, Auto Icon Bob Lutz, ONE's Mujeeb Ijaz & Dunamis Clean Energy's Natalie King
It's talk about electrification and our future on "Michigan Matters" as William Shatner, star of the "Star Trek" TV show/movies, Bob Lutz, former Vice Chair of GM, ONE's CEO Mujeeb Ijaz and Dunamis Clean Energy's Natalie King appear on "Michigan Matters" 8 am this Sunday on CBS Detroit.
Michigan Matters: Focus on Jobs and Tree Trimming in Motor City
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Michigan Matters: Putting Canada & Its Critical Relationship with Michigan Under the Microscope
Canada is vital to Michigan and vice versa as former Canadian Consul General of Detroit Joseph Comartin talks about on "Michigan Matters" which airs 8 am this Sunday on CBS Detroit.
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NEXT Weather Forecast March 26, 2023 (Today)
We'll see mostly sunny skies today. Forecaster Stacey DuFord shows you the change we can expect to see overnight.
Two killed in Detroit housefire
An early-morning house fire on Friday took the life of a grandmother who was two months shy of her 97th birthday. Her son also didn't make it.
Covenant House Michigan host sleep out event, attendees battle bitter temps
A call to action for homelessness, Covenant House Michigan is hosting its seventh annual young professional sleep out.
Detroit youth organization challenges Farmington Hills police in basketball game
The Farmington Police Department took their basketball skills to the court on Friday against a Detroit youth organization for the First Responders Basketball Tour.
Secretary of State office in Detroit closed until April 17 for remodeling
Renovations include changes to the counties, new carpet, and fresh paint, as well as electrical updates.