Michigan lawmakers aim to protect benefits for foster children
Some Michigan lawmakers want to stop the practice of taking money away from foster kids.
Some Michigan lawmakers want to stop the practice of taking money away from foster kids.
In many states, young people in foster care are not receiving their rightful survivor or disability benefits, because state agencies are applying for the benefits themselves without giving notice to the child or his or her relatives.
The increase, which comes from allocations in this year's budget, is an effort from state government to address the shortage of foster parents.
Being a foster parent might be something you may have thought about but were unsure of how it would turn out. But many children need a loving home, even if it's just temporary.
Joe Toles aged out of the system himself, and said the experience helped prepare him to take in others.
CBS News Detroit sat down with the president and founder of the Ennis Center for Children.
A nonprofit in Macomb County that gives resources to kids and their families in the foster care system is asking for the public's help.
When he's not patrolling the roads in Rochester Hills, Oakland County Sheriff Deputy Harry Joseph is committed to raising awareness about fostering animals.
In America, only 9% of farms are run by women, and only 4% are run by women of color.
Elijah Reese, 16, was shot and killed late Wednesday afternoon after an attempted robbery on the city's east side.
In the first 21 days of May, Border Patrol agents recorded a daily average of roughly 3,700 migrant apprehensions between ports of entry, a 54% decrease from December.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced on Thursday that she has joined a federal antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation and its subsidiary, Ticketmaster.
When he's not patrolling the roads in Rochester Hills, Oakland County Sheriff Deputy Harry Joseph is committed to raising awareness about fostering animals.
Le Rouge is set for its second USL W League home match this week. In a rescheduled match, it will welcome W League newcomers Michiana Lions to Keyworth Stadium on Thursday evening.
In America, only 9% of farms are run by women, and only 4% are run by women of color.
Elijah Reese, 16, was shot and killed late Wednesday afternoon after an attempted robbery on the city's east side.
In the first 21 days of May, Border Patrol agents recorded a daily average of roughly 3,700 migrant apprehensions between ports of entry, a 54% decrease from December.
The CEO of the Ram and Dodge brands and the unofficial voice of American muscle cars is retiring from Stellantis after nearly 32 years.
Anyone who has gotten behind a wheel knows that feeling of being stuck at a red light, researchers are working on ways to reduce those instances. One of the ways is through changing traffic signals.
United Auto Workers union members at Stellantis' Warren Stamping Plant voted on Monday to authorize a strike over health and safety concerns.
Members of UAW Local 869 are scheduled to vote on May 6 over safety concerns at the plant.
Technology originally developed for homeland security is now available in Michigan to inspect every inch of your car. Developers say UVeye is like getting an MRI for your vehicle.
"The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" topped Apple Music's list while Michael Jackson's "Thriller," Stevie Wonder's "Songs in the Key of Life" and Nirvana's "Nevermind" finished in the top 10.
Lil Wayne will join PartyNextdDoor, Nigerian artists Rema, Arya Starr and Detroit native Kash Doll for the two-day event at the Bedrock Douglass site on Aug. 17 and 18.
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are reprising their roles from "Big Bang Theory" in part one of the "Young Sheldon" series finale.
Caitlin Clark struggled early in her WNBA debut before finishing with 20 points and 10 turnovers as the Indiana Fever fell to the Connecticut Sun 92-71.
In the first 21 days of May, Border Patrol agents recorded a daily average of roughly 3,700 migrant apprehensions between ports of entry, a 54% decrease from December.
Justice Samuel Alito has come under scrutiny after the New York Times reported two instances of controversial flags flown outside his Virginia and New Jersey houses.
The abortion pill legislation could be a template for other states to take aim at the medication commonly used in early-stage pregnancies.
The discount carrier, which has long withheld its fares from travel sites, said it wants to extend the reach of Southwest.com.
Court documents reveal new details about the murders of Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley in rural Oklahoma earlier this year.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said the farmworker experienced mild symptoms and has recovered.
Panera faces another lawsuit over a highly caffeinated beverage that the restaurant chain said it would phase out.
Glenn Chin, 56, of Canton, Massachusetts, will appear in court on Nov. 4, 2024, according to the Michigan Attorney General's office. He is charged with 11 counts of second-degree murder.
Some bags of Pedigree dry dog food could pose a health hazard to pets, Mars Petcare warned in a recall posted by the FDA.
North Carolina Republicans are pushing forward with their plan to repeal a pandemic-era law, citing crime and recent campus protests.
Le Rouge is set for its second USL W League home match this week. In a rescheduled match, it will welcome W League newcomers Michiana Lions to Keyworth Stadium on Thursday evening.
The Detroit Lions have announced the dates, times and opponents for the three preseason games they will play this year.
At the 2024 National Goaltending Camp held at USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth, six of the 24 goalies participating call Michigan home.
The Detroit City Football Club announced it will have a soccer-specific stadium in Detroit. Fans and city officials said they are excited about the new plan.
After a huge win to start the season on the road against Flint City AFC last Saturday, Detroit City FC is set for a rematch against last year's Great Lakes Division champions in the club's 2024 USL W League home opener on Saturday, May 18 in a 7 p.m. kickoff at Keyworth Stadium.
Bud Denker, chairman of the Detroit Grand Prix, appears and talks about the upcoming race later this month, which will mark its second year on the streets of downtown Detroit.
The winner of the Republican and Democratic August primaries will face off in the general election.
The roundtable discusses mobility and the importance of marque events like the 2024 NFL Draft, the Detroit Auto Show and more.
By the time this presidential race is over, Biden, Trump and their entourages may not need Michigan driver's licenses, but they'll know their way around and where the orange barrel construction zones are enough to void them on their way to campaign events.
The Motor City is putting the final touches in place for the 2024 NFL Draft as it rolls into Detroit next week.
When he's not patrolling the roads in Rochester Hills, Oakland County Sheriff Deputy Harry Joseph is committed to raising awareness about fostering animals.
Showers arrive Friday night with rain chances through the holiday weekend.
Michigan health officials reported the state's first human case of the bird flu virus. Dr. Lea Monday, an infectious disease specialist with the Detroit Medical Center, joined CBS News Detroit to discuss the virus.
The Detroit Police Department is looking for three suspects after 16-year-old Elijah Reese was shot and killed on the city's east side.
Row House Fitness in Beverly Hills joined CBS News Detroit to share why rowing is a good way to get in shape for the summer season.