Police warn of scam in Birmingham, Michigan
Police in Birmingham, Michigan, are warning residents of scammers after two people claimed they received a call about a family member being held at gunpoint and the caller demanding money.
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Police in Birmingham, Michigan, are warning residents of scammers after two people claimed they received a call about a family member being held at gunpoint and the caller demanding money.
Nakia Mills from the Better Business Bureau discusses a new study that looks into how imposters, stolen data and fake services targeting businesses result in money lost to scams.
A Michigan man pleaded guilty to his alleged involvement in a years-long online refund scheme, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
An Indiana police department is reporting an arrest in a scam that targeted elderly people in several states, including Michigan.
A man described as a "money mule" in a scheme to defraud elderly or vulnerable adults will serve federal prison - and then be deported.
The 33-year-old woman is charged with one count of conspiracy to commit Medicaid fraud and ten counts of making false claims in Medicaid fraud.
According to federal officials, the man looked into getting a loan from the Paycheck Protection Program after unsuccessfully attempting to get a line of credit for his start-up business in 2019.
A former Detroit pharmacist who was accused of filling prescriptions while his license was suspended is heading to trial, according to the Michigan Attorney General's office.
Two suspects in a string of fraudulent credit card transactions in Michigan's U.P. were arrested in Auburn Hills.
A Detroit man is facing federal charges of mail fraud and wire fraud related to fraudulent claims for pandemic-era unemployment benefits.
Four people were charged after an investigation of a $63 million scheme involving checks stolen from the mail.
A Michigan man was indicted on charges relating to Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loans.
A former Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency employee is facing federal prison time on a fraud scheme.
Publishers Clearing House will pay $18.5 million to nearly 282,000 customers who regulators say were deceived by the sweepstakes company.
A Michigan man has pleaded guilty to charges resulting from a large-scale unemployment insurance fraud scheme.
A Michigan man has been sentenced to eight months in prison for making a false bomb threat.
A married couple was charged after investigation of $150,000 in fraudulent claims to disability insurance policies.
A suspect has been charged in connection with fraud at TRUE Community Credit Union in Jackson County.
A Detroit man pleaded guilty in federal court to fraud conspiracy over falsified applications for PPP funds.
A Michigan man will serve over 8 years prison for a financial fraud scheme resulting in $1.6 million in losses.
A suspect tied to numerous theft and fraud cases has been extradited from Nevada to Michigan, police reported.
Attorneys general from 14 states are challenging the authority of Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency.
Four pharmacists were sentenced after investigation of $13 million in losses to Medicare, Medicaid and Blue Cross.
A rash of fraudulent check cases, involving checks stolen from mailboxes, is under investigation.
A Monroe County woman was nearly scammed of $70,000, averted by bank clerks who denied the withdrawal of funds.
A formal complaint filed in a downriver Michigan House race is now raising questions about state election law and whether a candidate's ballot paperwork complies with state requirements.
While preparations for the 2026 Detroit Grand Prix continue over the next few weeks, one project is already complete: the artwork.
More than 300 PGA professionals from all over the country were hoping to earn a spot in this year's PGA Championship.
Tigers manager A.J. Hinch also received a one-game suspension and an undisclosed fine.
A Detroit man accused of leading a years-old student aid fraud scheme and embezzeling $16 million pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
The Motor City was awarded an expansion team for the 2026-27 season.
While the most recent cold front is moving out, it is leaving behind a chill that could be dangerous for sensitive vegetation.
The crash happened just after 7 a.m. Wednesday at the intersection of Sheldon Road and Sheldon Center.
State officials say a Metro Detroit businesswoman "repeatedly lied to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation" about expenses related to a grant.
A man who was wanted for a murder investigation in Kalamazoo was captured after he hid in the attic of a home in Tennessee and fell through the ceiling.
Michigan's average diesel price on Sunday is $6 — the highest ever recorded by the American Automobile Association.
Ford Motor Company is recalling over 179,000 vehicles due to a front seat issue that can increase the risk of injury in a crash, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said.
A vote by UAW Local 2093 members will be on May 11. The UAW says that if approved, workers could walk out of the Three Rivers facility starting on May 31.
The organization says its executive committee will oversee operations and lead the search for the next leader, under the leadership of DADA president Katie Coleman and Auto Show chairman Lincoln Phillip.
General Motors has announced production investments at its sites in Romulus, Saginaw and Toledo.
With summer not far behind, the city of Detroit is preparing for the highly anticipated 2026 Ford Fireworks next month.
Motown may be Detroit's most famous sound, but it's far from the only one.
Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate Paul Stanley.
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
Restaurants are being considered for the new Michelin Guide American Great Lakes Edition, set to be revealed in 2027.
Tigers manager A.J. Hinch also received a one-game suspension and an undisclosed fine.
A proposed $250 million settlement would compensate millions of consumers who bought the iPhone 16, iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max.
In a new lawsuit, two California residents allege that Cento Fine Foods doesn't use real San Marzano tomatoes in one of its products.
Gas prices are now 52% higher than prior to the Iran war, with drivers paying $1.56 more per gallon, data shows.
Ted Turner built a media empire that included cable channels CNN, TBS and TNT, and he owned the Atlanta Braves for 20 years.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
The largest U.S. health insurer said it will eliminate approval requirements for some treatments, including select outpatient surgeries and other procedures.
Fire department leaders say the rescue reflects the kind of instinctive courage firefighters train for, but also something that goes beyond routine duty.
Parents say the incident highlights the importance of education and communication at home, especially when it comes to THC‑infused products.
More than 300 PGA professionals from all over the country were hoping to earn a spot in this year's PGA Championship.
Tigers manager A.J. Hinch also received a one-game suspension and an undisclosed fine.
The Motor City was awarded a women's hockey expansion team for the 2026-27 PWHL season.
Cade Cunningham scored 23 points, Tobias Harris had 20 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 111-101 on Tuesday night in Game 1 of their second-round series.
Ceddanne Rafaela homered and drove in four runs, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Detroit Tigers for the second straight night with a 10-3 victory on Tuesday night.
Life Directions has been helping guide and mentor young people in Detroit.
Robert Costa, the award-winning national correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning and chief Washington analyst for CBS News, talks about Michigan's role in this critical midterm election.
Diallo Smith, CEO of Detroit nonprofit Life Remodeled, talks about its new opportunity hub on the east side of Detroit called Anchor Detroit.
It's a look at the critical relationship between Canada, Michigan and the U.S. on this week's Michigan Matters.
The roundtable discusses the dramatic impact AI is having in the classroom, at companies and inside homes.
A formal complaint filed in a downriver Michigan House race is now raising questions about state election law and whether a candidate's ballot paperwork complies with state requirements.
Frost is likely tonight in most of our area, with one warmer day on the way this weekend.
While preparations for the 2026 Detroit Grand Prix continue over the next few weeks, one project is already complete: the artwork. Seven murals designed by students from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Detroit were revealed on Wednesday.
Three passengers were medically evacuated from a Dutch cruise ship that was stranded for days after a deadly hantavirus outbreak.
A Farmington Hills businesswoman faces 16 felony charges related to the theft of funds and the fraudulent administration of a $20 million state grant, the Michigan Attorney General's office said.