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A former NAACP leader in Washington state whose life unraveled after she was exposed as a white woman pretending to be black has been charged with welfare fraud.
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A former NAACP leader in Washington state whose life unraveled after she was exposed as a white woman pretending to be black has been charged with welfare fraud.
A 25-year-old man is facing charges after posing as a 17-year-old so he could once again play on the high school's basketball team.
A woman who worked for the city of Detroit has pleaded guilty to stealing $265,000.
A former telecommunications manager has been charged in a scheme that saw more than 200 cellphones and iPads valued at over $90,000 ordered under a Wayne County contract.
The U.S. Secret Service is reportedly warning banks about a new scam that is targeting the chips in credit cards sent through the mail.
Dr. Farid Fata's victims can seek reimbursement for funeral costs, remedial health care and mental health care.
The former-state elevator inspector must pay more than $11,000 in restitution.
Flowers admitted to accepting checks, gift cards and personal services in the form of home repairs.
The move was ordered in wake of a federal investigation into bribery and kickbacks that ensnared a dozen principals and an administrator.
The U.S. Attorney's Office says 11 guilty pleas so far are scheduled in April and May.
She is possibly driving a gold, four-door Saturn sedan.
Current and former principals allegedly received $908,510 in kickbacks, working with a vendor who got millions of dollars in business from DPS.
The scheme netted them roughly $250,000 between 2006 and 2015.
Elizabeth Rathburn struck a deal with prosecutors and pleaded guilty Monday to wire fraud. She didn't disclose that remains provided for a 2012 meeting of the American Society of Anesthesiologists had tested positive for hepatitis B and HIV.
"The alleged conduct risked the health of medical students, dental students and baggage handlers."
The Justice Departments says the returns filed from 2008 to 2013 have cost the U.S. Treasury about $4.5 million.
The head of a southwestern Michigan mental health agency has learned his future: at least 32 months in prison for using public money to hire a fortuneteller.
Police are hoping the public can help identify three suspects who are fraudulently acquiring iPhones from Target stores in the metro Detroit area.
"The gained her trust. They spent almost an hour with her with different role-players..."
A Warren doctor has been sentenced to 84 months in prison for illegally writing prescriptions for oxycodone and other medications.
"I have faith that our system will eventually get him..."
Dr. Aria Sabit pleaded guilty to fraud, acknowledging that he performed unnecessary or improper surgeries that caused serious injury.
A Catholic priest admitted to a scheme to conceal the theft of more than $500,000,
Police say Tony Ross ripped off an elderly Westland woman.
A mid-Michigan man has been charged with felony embezzlement in a case that involved a half-million dollars and a fortune teller.
The Pontiac School District said a teacher "no longer works for the district" in the aftermath of a video that appeared to show a verbal confrontation with a student.
An attempted drug smuggling scheme that included methamphetamine found in a state prison yard in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is under investigation.
A Mt. Clemens man has pleaded no contest on multiple charges relating to child porn, the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office said.
A network of satellites supported 300 rescues across the U.S. and its surrounding waters in 2025, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.
Two Detroit men have been charged in the aftermath of a wrong-way driving incident and crash on Eight Mile Road in Warren.
The Pontiac School District said a teacher "no longer works for the district" in the aftermath of a video that appeared to show a verbal confrontation with a student.
Initial estimates showed that it would take five to seven years for renovations at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, but lawmakers said on Tuesday they want it done by the end of 2028.
As the war with Iran continues, people in Metro Detroit are worried that they're going to continue to feel the ripple effects at the pump moving forward.
An attempted drug smuggling scheme that included methamphetamine found in a state prison yard in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is under investigation.
A Detroit man has been charged under Michigan's safe storage law after his 6-year-old daughter accidentally shot herself with an unsecured gun in a home.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Faster Horses, a multi-day country music festival, will not return this summer to Michigan International Speedway.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
A network of satellites supported 300 rescues across the U.S. and its surrounding waters in 2025, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.
As the war with Iran continues, people in Metro Detroit are worried that they're going to continue to feel the ripple effects at the pump moving forward.
Jaylon Tyson scored 22 points, James Harden added 18 and the Cleveland Cavaliers avenged a recent loss in Detroit by beating the East-leading Pistons 113-109 despite playing without injured star Donovan Mitchell.
Initial estimates showed that it would take five to seven years for renovations at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, but lawmakers said on Tuesday they want it done by the end of 2028.
Six American service members have been killed in the U.S.-Iran conflict, U.S. Central Command said.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Henry Ford Health and Teamsters Local 332 remain locked in a labor dispute over a nurses' contract.
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield on Monday appointed former Dearborn Public Health Officer Ali Abazeed as Detroit's new chief public health officer.
Lawmakers say Green Alerts won't just help bring veterans to safety, but also national guard and active service members.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Jaylon Tyson scored 22 points, James Harden added 18 and the Cleveland Cavaliers avenged a recent loss in Detroit by beating the East-leading Pistons 113-109 despite playing without injured star Donovan Mitchell.
This past weekend was filled with the NCAA indoor track championships, including the Ivy League Championships held at the Nike Track at the Armory in New York City.
The Detroit Lions are shaking up their offense with the release of offensive lineman Graham Glasgow on Monday.
The Lions are trading running back David Montgomery to the Texans in exchange for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs, according to CBS Sports.
Detroit SportsNet, a newly launched cable/satellite television channel, will be the broadcast home of the Tigers and the Red Wings.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
Metro Detroit motorists are noticing an increase in gas prices. The murder trial against Dale Warner is moving to closing arguments. Those headlines, other top stories and weather are in our news brief.
CBS News provides this rundown of headines about the Middle East, including President Trump defending his decision to launch the war with Iran.
Metro Detroit motorists are starting to notice higher gas prices at the pump. Here's a look at what's feeding that, and how to keep gas mileage as efficient as possible.
Good morning and happy Hump Day! Dense Fog Advisory until 10 AM. Looking Widespread dense fog, mainly before 8am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 47. Rain returns overnight with more rain and warmer temps for Thursday and Friday.
Day 12 of the Dale Warner murder trial ended with the defense resting its case.