Judge Wants To Learn More About Record Breach In Snyder Case
A judge on Thursday ordered Flint water prosecutors to stop distributing documents that were declared confidential during Detroit's bankruptcy.
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Bankruptcy Judge Gets Involved In Flint Water Record Dispute
The Flint water criminal case involving former Gov. Rick Snyder took a strange side trip Wednesday into bankruptcy court.
Judge Needs More Time For Thorny Issues In Flint Water Case
District Judge William Crawford II said he doesn't know if he can make a decision about the work of a judge in a Circuit Court who served as a one-man grand jury and returned an indictment against Rick Snyder.
Michigan Matters: Washington Insurrection, Presidential Impeachment, Inauguration, Flint Water Charges
Congresswoman Haley Stevens, Oakland County Republican Party Chairman Rocky Raczkowski, Rod Albert of the Detroit Auto Dealers Association, and Peter Bhatia, Editor/Vice President of Detroit Free Press/Freep.com appear with Carol Cain, Senior Producer/Host of CBS 62's "Michigan Matters" to talk about these issues and more.
Flint Families Welcome Water Crisis Charges, Seek Healing
Residents had been complaining about the discolored discharge as early as 2014 after the financially strapped city — while under state oversight — switched from water pumped from Detroit to the Flint River to save money.
Michigan Will Borrow $600M For Flint Water Settlement
Michigan lawmakers on Wednesday planned to begin swiftly passing a plan to borrow $600 million to fund the state's proposed settlement with the residents of Flint, who sued after their municipal water supply was contaminated with elevated levels of lead for 18 months.
Flint Water Lawsuit Settlement Now Totals About $641M
The proposed settlement of a lawsuit filed on behalf of residents of Flint, Michigan, who were harmed by lead-tainted water now totals about $641 million, officials revealed Tuesday.
State of Michigan Proposes a $600,000 Deal To Compensate Resident Harmed By The Flint Water Crisis
The State of Michigan is proposing a $600,000 deal to compensate residents of Flint harmed by lead-tainted water.
Emails Shows Contractor Was Concerned About Lead In Flint's Water
Emails show senior employees at an engineering company hired by Flint were concerned about lead in the city's water in 2015 but didn't go public, news organizations reported Tuesday.
Michigan Judge Denies Challenge To New Lead Rules Following Flint Water Crisis
A Michigan judge has rejected a legal challenge to the state's new rules governing lead in drinking water that were implemented after the Flint crisis.
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Ex-FBI Agent Defends Flint Water Probe After Criticism
A former FBI agent who investigated the Flint water scandal says investigators were months from "dropping a heavy rock" when new prosecutors took over.
Flint Hears From Prosecutors Who Dropped Water Charges
Prosecutors who dropped charges against eight people in the Flint water scandal have explained their decision in a public forum.
Prosecutors: Charges Dropped Against 8 People In Flint Water Scandal
All criminal charges against eight people in the Flint water scandal were dropped Thursday.
15 People Have Been Charged In The Flint Water Scandal
Fifteen people have been charged in an investigation of how Flint's water became contaminated with lead in 2014-15 and a related outbreak of Legionnaires' disease.
Michigan Standard For Protecting Drinking Water May Not Be Strong Enough
Michigan may need stronger standards for toxins based on new reports.
Michigan Official Faces Manslaughter Trial Over Flint Deaths
A judge on Monday ordered Michigan's health director to stand trial for involuntary manslaughter in two deaths linked to Legionnaires' disease in the Flint area.
Snyder Dropped From Flint Water Crisis Class-Action Lawsuit
A judge says a class-action lawsuit against Michigan and Flint officials stemming from the city's lead-contaminated water crisis can proceed but has dropped Gov. Rick Snyder and others from the case.
Michigan Says Flint Ignoring Millions in Water Crisis Funds
Flint appears to be ignoring tens of millions of dollars in federal and state funds available to cover lead service line replacement.
Former Flint Jail Inmates Sue Over Lead-Tainted Water
Former inmates at a Flint jail say their rights were violated when they were exposed to lead-tainted water.
Doctor Pens Book on Her Role in Revealing Flint Water Crisis
Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha had hard evidence that thousands of people in Flint had been exposed to toxic lead.
Michigan Enacts Toughest Lead Rules in US After Flint Crisis
Michigan on Thursday began enforcing the nation's strictest rules for lead in drinking water.
Flint Water Protestors Invade State Capitol
Noisy protesters angry at Governor Rick Snyder's decision to close the last four free bottled water sites in Flint converged on the state Capitol to demand better efforts to provide clean water.
Drinking Water In Flint Schools To Be Tested For Lead
Michigan officials are preparing to test water in Flint School District buildings for lead.
Tests Show High Lead Levels At 4 Flint Schools, Care Centers
The tests were completed by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs and the Department of Environmental Quality.
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Michiganders help Hurricane Ian victims
Volunteers and supplies from all over the country are moving in to help in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.
Home renovated to help people recovering from substance abuse
The renovation is part of the GCH After Care Program, designed to help recovering addicts transition into a life of independence.
"The Price Is Right At Night" primetime special welcomes "Young Sheldon" stars
An audience of twins competes for double the prizes since Armitage and Revord play twins on "Young Sheldon."
"East New York" premiere set for Sunday, Oct. 2
Amanda Warren stars as the newly promoted boss of the 74th precinct in a working class Brooklyn neighborhood in the midst of social upheaval.
Deal in place to give Detroit police officers pay increases
In an effort to attract and retain police officers, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and Police Chief James White announced a deal that will boost officer pay.
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Michiganders help Hurricane Ian victims
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Home renovated to help people recovering from substance abuse
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Sign up for the 2022 Pro Football Challenge
It's that time of the year! Sign up for the 2022 Pro Football Challenge and enter for a chance to win $1,000.
"The Price Is Right At Night" primetime special welcomes "Young Sheldon" stars
An audience of twins competes for double the prizes since Armitage and Revord play twins on "Young Sheldon."
"East New York" premiere set for Sunday, Oct. 2
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Revamped Detroit Auto Show now also features new flying tech
The Air Mobility Experience features displays and demonstrations from six air mobility innovators — representing five countries — that include electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, a hoverbike, a hoverboard and a jet suit.
Ford shuffles management, seeks new global supply chain head
Ford is restructuring its vehicle development and supply chain operations, shuffling multiple executives just days after announcing that it would build up to 45,000 vehicles with parts missing due to shortages.
Over 1M Teslas recalled because windows can pinch fingers
Tesla says in documents posted Thursday by U.S. safety regulators that the automatic window reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction.
Midwestern partnership backs hydrogen as clean energy source
Seven Midwestern states, including Michigan, are teaming up to accelerate the development of hydrogen as a clean-energy alternative for automobiles and factories that rely largely on climate-warming fossil fuels, governors said Monday.
Parts shortage forces Ford to cut its 3Q earnings forecast
A parts shortage that has thousands of Ford's most-profitable vehicles sitting on lots waiting to be fully assembled has forced the automaker to slash its third-quarter earnings forecast.
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"The Price Is Right At Night" primetime special welcomes "Young Sheldon" stars
An audience of twins competes for double the prizes since Armitage and Revord play twins on "Young Sheldon."
"East New York" premiere set for Sunday, Oct. 2
Amanda Warren stars as the newly promoted boss of the 74th precinct in a working class Brooklyn neighborhood in the midst of social upheaval.
For Naomi Judd's family, tour is a chance to grieve, reflect
Fans of Naomi Judd, the late matriarch of the Grammy-winning country duo The Judds, will have a chance to say goodbye and rejoice in their hits in a final tour helmed by daughter Wynonna and all-star musical partners.
Downtown Birmingham theatre converts to immersive haunted attraction
A historic theatre in downtown Birmingham is getting a spooky transformation for the month of October.
"So Help Me Todd" to premiere Sept. 29 at 9 p.m. ET / PT
Academy Award-winner Marcia Gay Harden and Skylar Astin star as razor-sharp, meticulous attorney Margaret Wright and Todd, her talented but scruffy, aimless son whom she hires as her law firm's in-house investigator, on the series premiere of the new CBS Original drama.
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Ex-eBay execs get prison time for sending live spiders to reporters
In terror campaign, eBay employees stalked online newsletter publishers and sent disturbing deliveries to their home.
Only four Category 5 hurricanes have made landfall in the U.S.
A Category 5 hurricane has winds of 157 mph or higher. These are the only four hurricanes in the history of the U.S. that have made landfall at that level.
How climate change has helped hurricanes intensify more rapidly
Hurricane Ian packed two days' worth of rapid intensification into less than 36 hours, and it isn't done yet.
Jimmy Buffett postpones tour dates for the rest of the year, citing health issues
The 75-year-old, best known for hits like "Margaritaville" and "Come Monday," said he plans to resume touring next year.
Staffers in Rep. Andy Levin's office become first to vote to unionize
Levin sponsored a successful measure earlier this year allowing congressional offices to unionize.
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MDHHS: Free COVID-19 tests available for residents through Rockefeller Foundation partnership
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is announcing the availability of an additional 289,000 COVID-19 tests through its expanded partnership with the Rockefeller Foundation through Project Act.
Canada to lift COVID-19 border, travel restrictions Oct. 1
Canada will remove all COVID-19 restrictions for travelers entering the country on Oct. 1, including testing, quarantine, and isolation requirements, Canada's government announced Monday.
Canada likely to drop vaccine requirement to enter
Officials say the requirement is likely to end by Sept. 30.
Biden says pandemic is "over" in U.S.
In an interview on "60 Minutes," the president said, "We still have a problem with COVID. We're still doing a lotta work on it. ... But the pandemic is over."
Report: Opioid deaths increased by 28% in Washtenaw County
The number of Washtenaw County residents who have died of an opioid overdose increased by 28% between 2020 and 2021, according to a report released this week.
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Red Wings' sources of hope: Moritz Seider & Lucas Raymond
The Detroit Red Wings have faded from relevance in the NHL due to a lack of stars. Help appears to be on the way with Moritz Seider and Lucas Raymond.
Pistons guard Cade Cunningham bulked up for 2nd NBA season
Cade Cunningham packed on about 10 pounds of muscle in his first NBA offseason, hoping the added weight will help him lift his game and the Detroit Pistons to another level.
Detroit Lions travel to Minnesota to face NFC North rival
The Detroit Lions (1-1) head on the road to face their NFC North rival, the Minnesota Vikings.
Detroit Lions' Chris Board takes over school, becomes acting principal
Detroit Lions linebacker Chris Board is giving back to the community in a major way.
Detroit Tigers introduce Scott Harris as president of baseball operations
Harris replaces former vice president and general manager Al Avila.
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Whitmer vs. Dixon: The Candidates Weigh In!
It was not a debate, per se, but the two candidates running for governor stopped by CBS Detroit to appear on "Michigan Matters" and answer questions about key issues.
Michigan Matters: Shining Light Awards & YMCA celebrates Aretha Franklin
It's a show celebrating community champions as the three Shining Light Award honorees selected this year – Gilda Jacobs, Kirk Mayes and Charity Dean – appear on "Michigan Matters" to talk about it and their efforts to lift our region.
Michigan Matters: Riding with the big wheels at the Detroit Auto Show
Senior Producer/Host Carol Cain, along with Megg Jacobs and Logan Tesmer travel to the Detroit Auto Show to talk to leaders about electrification of vehicles, Michigan and Detroit capitalizing in on these trends, and road for our region.
Michigan Matters: Detroit Auto Show zooms into Motor City
Finally, after a three year hiatus, the Detroit Auto Show is back with many new features which Rod Alberts, Executive Director of the Detroit Auto Dealers Association, talked about during taping of CBS Detroit's "Michigan Matters."
Michigan Matters: Sen. Gary Peters' big ride; the Roundtable on election 2022
Fresh from his annual trek across the state in his Harley to talk to constituents, U.S. Senator Gary Peters stopped by CBS Detroit to appear on "Michigan Matters" and talk about issues and politics.
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Community Connect: Anti-Bullying
On this week’s Community Connect - We discuss bullying and its impact on our schools, communities, and places of work - Watch Saturday 7am on CW50.
NEXT Weather Forecast October 1, 2022 (Today)
Mostly cloudy skies today, but warmer temperatures. Meteorologist Karen Carter explains why we will see more cloud cover today. CBSDetroit.com/weather.
Science of Weather: Fall Planting at Oudolf Garden Detroit
There's a reason why we should transplant our flowers and plant flower bulbs in the fall. Meteorologist Karen Carter heads to Oudolf Garden Detroit to find out the science behind why planting in the fall makes our perennial gardens bloom better in the spring.
Downtown Birmingham theatre converts to immersive haunted attraction
A historic theatre in downtown Birmingham is getting a spooky transformation for the month of October.
Chick-fil-A opens new Southfield location
Chick-fil-A opened a new location in Southfield on Thursday, Sept. 29.