Ex-Michigan health chief asks court to end Flint water saga
Lawyers for Michigan's former health director are urging an appeals court to quickly stop an effort to revive criminal charges related to the Flint water crisis of 2014-15.
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Ex-Michigan governor wins appeal over Flint water testimony
Former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder can invoke his right to remain silent at a civil trial related to lead contamination in Flint's water in 2014-15, an appeals court said.
Prosecutors in Flint water case plan to appeal after judge dismisses charges
The announcement comes weeks after Judge Elizabeth Kelly dismissed charges against seven people, including two former state health officials blamed for deaths from Legionnaires' disease.
Ex-Michigan governor asks court to drop Flint water charges
Lawyers for former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder urged a judge Tuesday to dismiss misdemeanor charges related to the Flint water crisis, a week after another judge took that step with seven other former officials.
Judge tosses charges against 7 people in Flint water crisis
A Michigan judge dismissed charges Tuesday against seven people in the Flint water scandal, including two former state health officials blamed for deaths from Legionnaires' disease.
Flint in "final phase of lead service line replacement
"We're just going to keep pushing forward every single day until we get all the lines replaced," says Neeley.
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.
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.
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Live Updates: Georgia Senate runoff election
CBS News characterizes the race as leaning Democratic.
Family of man suspected of hate crime offers apology to Jewish community
The family of Hassan Chokr apologized to the Jewish community after he was charged with an alleged hate crime.
Full Georgia Senate runoff election results
The polls are closed and the people have spoken. We have full election results from the Georgia Senate runoff election.
First tribal citizen appointed to Michigan Court of Appeals
The appointment fills a partial term following the retirement of Judge Amy Ronayne Krause.
State vet urges residents to keep pets vaccinated after kitten infected with rabies
Officials say the kitten was euthanized when it became more ill.
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Man arrested taken into custody for deadly Greektown elevator shooting
According to the Detroit Police Department, the suspect was taken into custody in Ohio. He will be extradited to Michigan to be formally charged.
Meijer releases opening date for new grocery store concept
Meijer announced that its first two Meijer Grocery stores, which will be located in Orion Township and Macomb Township, are set to open Jan. 26, 2023.
Family of man suspected of hate crime offers apology to Jewish community
The family of Hassan Chokr apologized to the Jewish community after he was charged with an alleged hate crime.
Live Updates: Georgia Senate runoff elections
Democrats will still retain control of the Senate no matter the outcome but the party will have more power if Warnock can keep the seat.
Full Georgia Senate runoff election results
The polls are closed and the people have spoken. We have full election results from the Georgia Senate runoff election.
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US opens probe into Jeep Compass SUV engines shutting down
U.S. safety regulators are investigating complaints that the engines on some small Jeeps can shut down while being driven.
Reformers take 6 of 14 UAW board seats, could win majority
Reform-minded candidates won several races as members of the United Auto Workers union voted on their leaders in an election that stemmed from a federal bribery and embezzlement scandal involving former union officials.
Competitors chip away at Tesla's U.S. electric vehicle share
New electric vehicle models from multiple automakers are starting to chip away at Tesla's dominance of the U.S. EV market, according to national vehicle registration data.
Ford recalling some F-150 vehicles due to wiper motor
Ford is recalling more than 550,00 F-150 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada because the front windshield wiper motor may stop functioning, causing the wipers to stop working.
GM CEO Barra says electric vehicles to be profitable by 2025
General Motors says it expects its portfolio of electric vehicles to turn a profit in North America by 2025 as it boosts battery and assembly plant capacity to build over 1 million EVs per year.
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Kirstie Alley, "Cheers" actress, dies at age 71
"We are sad to inform you that our incredible, fierce and loving mother has passed away after a battle with cancer, only recently discovered," her children said in a statement.
Bob McGrath, "Sesame Street" original cast member, dies at age 90
Bob McGrath was known as Bob Johnson to many children and adults around the world, and was behind many classic "Sesame Street" songs, including "The People in Your Neighborhood."
Brad William Henke, actor known for "Orange is the New Black," dies at 56
Henke was a professional football player prior to becoming an actor, playing for the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXIV.
"Fit for Christmas" one of three new CBS original holiday movies for 2022
Also coming is "When Christmas was Young," a Nashville music-themed movie, and "Must Love Christmas," about a romance novelist.
Tim Allen to perform stand-up comedy in Michigan next summer
Tim Allen will hit the stage on June 23 for a stand-up comedy show in Saginaw. The show will mark his return to the state where he first began his career in comedy.
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Trump Organization found guilty of tax fraud in New York trial
Two Trump Organization companies faced a total of 17 criminal counts, including conspiracy and tax fraud.
Frozen raspberries recalled due to potential hepatitis A contamination
Exportadora Copramar voluntarily recalled 1,260 cases of frozen raspberries sold under the James Farm brand.
Demand for hospital-grade cribs on the rise as viral illnesses continue to surge
As a trio of respiratory viruses spreads across the country and pediatric hospitalizations remain high, some hospitals are running into a new problem: a shortage of medical-grade cribs.
Made money online this year? You could owe more in taxes
Under new IRS rule, anyone who earned more than $600 this year by selling things online or doing gig work could face tax hit.
Kirstie Alley, "Cheers" actress, dies at age 71
"We are sad to inform you that our incredible, fierce and loving mother has passed away after a battle with cancer, only recently discovered," her children said in a statement.
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State vet urges residents to keep pets vaccinated after kitten infected with rabies
Officials say the kitten was euthanized when it became more ill.
Frozen raspberries recalled due to potential hepatitis A contamination
Exportadora Copramar voluntarily recalled 1,260 cases of frozen raspberries sold under the James Farm brand.
Demand for hospital-grade cribs on the rise as viral illnesses continue to surge
As a trio of respiratory viruses spreads across the country and pediatric hospitalizations remain high, some hospitals are running into a new problem: a shortage of medical-grade cribs.
Pfizer announces $750M investment to expand SW Michigan facility
The company says the Modular Aseptic Processing (MAP) Phase 2 expansion will create 300 jobs.
Study: Teens' brains aged faster during the first year of the pandemic, stress may be to blame
The brains of U.S. teens have physically changed during the COVID-19 pandemic, aging faster than normal, a new study says.
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Detroit Lions' Goff named Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Finalist
The award is given to an NFL player for outstanding community service activities off the field, as well as excellence on the field.
Michigan's Jake Moody up for kicker of the year, eyeing championship
Jake Moody once again finds himself in elite company as we head into the college football playoff.
Eichel, Kessel lead Golden Knights past Red Wings, 4-1
Jack Eichel scored just over a minute into the game and the Vegas Golden Knights never relinquished the lead as they beat the Detroit Red Wings 4-1 on Saturday night.
No. 2 Michigan beats Purdue 43-22 for Big Ten crown
Donovan Edwards' quick-hitting sprints changed everything for No. 2 Michigan. Again.
Detroit Lions hope to rebound from Thanksgiving Day loss, prepare to host Jacksonville Jaguars
The Detroit Lions (4-7) hope to rebound from a Thanksgiving Day loss as the team prepares to host the Jacksonville Jaguars (4-7).
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Michigan Matters: Impacting jobs & opportunities
Amid seismic technology shifts sweeping the region, new opportunities for jobs and companies are being created which was discussed by four leaders appearing on CBS Detroit's "Michigan Matters" who share insights into what it will take to help more folks be better positioned to take advantage of them.
Michigan Matters: Metro Detroit's aglow as holiday season kicks off!
With the holiday season in full swing, Rachel Stewart, president of Gardner White, appears on "Michigan Matters," 8 a.m. this Sunday to talk about their Twinkle Town exhibit and a contest among influencers who have decorated trees as part of it at their Warren store.
Michigan Matters: Embracing Diversity, Inclusion & Start Ups
Inforum has come a long way was since the organization began 60 years ago to help women in business as Terry Barclay, president and CEO, talks about on CBS Detroit's "Michigan Matters" airing 8 am this Sunday.
Michigan Matters: The Impact of Election 2022!
The "Michigan Matters" roundtable of Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett, Denise Ilitch, CEO of Ilitch Enterprises, and Coleman Young II, Detroit City Councilman appeared with Carol Cain, Senior Producer/Host, to talk about results and what's ahead for our region.
Michigan Matters Election Spotlight: Mayors Duggan & Barnett
As Election 2022 winds down Tuesday when voters finally head to the polls, the "Michigan Matters" roundtable of Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett and Strategist Suzy Avery talked about the governor's race and others up for grabs on Nov. 8.
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A few small showers wind down tonight as mild air briefly returns. Meteorologist Ahmad Bajjey shows us when the wintry precipitation returns.
Maize Bus takes Wolverine bar in Indy for Big Ten championship
For the Big Ten championship game, you saw the Maize Bus parked in front of Wolverine infiltrated O'Reilly's Irish Pub in Indianapolis. Now in its second year, back-to-back trips to O'Reilly's has helped cement the bar in maize and blue.
Man facing ethnic intimidation charges for antisemitic incident at Bloomfield Hills synagogue
A Dearborn man is charged after police say he made antisemitic threats outside of a synagogue in Bloomfield Hills.
Michigan's Jake Moody up for kicker of the year, eyeing championship
Following last year's win, Michigan kicker and Northville native Jake Moody is a finalist for the 2022 Lou Groza Award. His mother, Lisa, says it's surreal while Jake's eyes are on the prize on New Year's Eve.
Southfield elementary school introduces pet therapy program for students
Happy faces and wagging tails, two things you can count on seeing every Thursday at Stevenson Elementary School in Southfield.