What the most-Googled searches of 2023 tell us about the year
The news we followed, the people we wanted to know, the culture we consumed — all this and more comes to light in Google's "Year in Search" data.
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The news we followed, the people we wanted to know, the culture we consumed — all this and more comes to light in Google's "Year in Search" data.
To mark the search engine's 25th birthday, Google also released top search data "of all time" across various categories.
Quantum computers could give us answers to impossible problems in physics, chemistry, engineering and medicine.
Starting Dec. 1, Google will delete accounts that haven't been used in two years, which could impact photos, emails and more.
Starting on Dec. 1, Google plans to delete accounts that have been inactive for at least two years.
A Detroit nonprofit is attempting to bridge the digital divide this holiday shopping season.
Google was created by Larry Page and Sergey Brin at Stanford University, who moved the company to a garage in 1998.
The family of a man who died after driving his car off a collapsed bridge in North Carolina while allegedly following directions using Google Maps is suing the company.
A report from Democratic lawmakers alleges that tax-prep companies shared people's income and other sensitive data with big tech firms.
Anyone who clicked on a Google search link between 2006 and 2013 could qualify for a payment due to a class-action lawsuit.
The Supreme Court is for the first time considering the scope of Section 230, which provides legal immunity to online companies for content posted by third parties.
Alphabet-owned search giant joins other major technology player in axing thousands of workers as the economy slows.
Google's annual "Year in Search" report ranked leading queries that included the term "near me" across the U.S. this year.
Bill Ford, Executive Chairman of the company bearing his name, appears on "Michigan Matters" this Sunday (8 am on CBS 62) and talks about his company, Detroit, his family and more.
A demonstration by supporters of President Donald Trump to protest his ban from the Twitter social media platform outside the company's San Francisco headquarters appeared to be a bust Monday morning.
Big corporations like Facebook, Amazon and Apple dominate our lives, but do they have our best intentions in mind? Sally Hubbard explains why monopolies are ruining our democracy and economy.
Halloween is almost here and Google has recently released a list of Halloween costumes people are searching for the most this year in the United States and Michigan.
This weekend marks 25 years since "Friends" hit TV screens -- and Google is marking the occasion with a sparkling special feature.
General Motors is hiring Google to run key parts of its dashboard infotainment system.
Google has uncovered evidence of a sustained effort to hack large numbers of iPhones over a period of at least two years, its researchers said.
Google's autonomous vehicle unit Waymo says it plans to bring a factory to Michigan.
Google employees around the world walked out of their offices on Thursday in a global protest over how the company deals with sexual harassment.
The company was ordered by the European Commission on Wednesday to pay €4.34 billion ($5 billion) for unfairly pushing its apps on smartphone users and thwarting competitors.
Google spinoff Dandelion unveiled a cheaper way to cool your home. It involves your lawn.
A rare blue micromoon will appear in night skies this weekend. Here's what to expect.
An Indianapolis-area fire department crew is getting attention on social media for rescuing a deer from flooded waters.
Residents of Auburn Hills are invited to pick up bottled water supplies left over from the response to the May 10 water main break.
The personal consumption expenditures price index, the Federal Reserve's preferred gauge of inflation, jumped due to higher energy costs.
A Michigan State Police patrol car was struck and damaged by another vehicle Wednesday night in Eastpointe.
Traffic on I-94 in the Ann Arbor area was shut down for hours Thursday because of a crash involving a truck carrying hazardous materials.
A rare blue micromoon will appear in night skies this weekend. Here's what to expect.
An Indianapolis-area fire department crew is getting attention on social media for rescuing a deer from flooded waters.
Residents of Auburn Hills are invited to pick up bottled water supplies left over from the response to the May 10 water main break.
The personal consumption expenditures price index, the Federal Reserve's preferred gauge of inflation, jumped due to higher energy costs.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
From classic cruisers to new memories still being made, the Woodward Dream Cruise remains a celebration of Michigan's automotive culture.
If you are planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, remember that the cost of gas this year is noticeably higher than last year.
Michigan is demanding repayment of $35 million from the American Center for Mobility, a key player in autonomous vehicle development.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
For three days, Detroit is the epicenter of techno music with this Memorial Day weekend tradition, and the music lovers made sure to attend the final day of the Movement Festival on Monday.
The community space, which has been under renovation since October 2025, includes a swing set, play area and seating with umbrellas.
One hundred men were dressed to the nines on Sunday afternoon on Livernois Avenue in Detroit for the sixth annual 100 Men in Suits initiative.
Stephen Colbert made a surprise appearance hosting the "Only in Monroe" community access show broadcast in Monroe, Michigan, on Friday, one night after he recorded his final episode of "The Late Show."
The personal consumption expenditures price index, the Federal Reserve's preferred gauge of inflation, jumped due to higher energy costs.
The Justice Department is conducting a criminal investigation into whether author E. Jean Carroll committed perjury in connection with her civil lawsuits against President Trump, sources familiar with the matter said.
Spencer Torkelson homered, doubled twice and drove in three runs, and five Detroit pitchers combined for a two-hitter as the Tigers snapped a season-worst seven-game home skid with a 4-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
Muslims around the world, including in Southeast Michigan, are celebrating Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, on Wednesday.
After forensic evidence appeared to contradict Brian Hooker's account of where Lynette Hooker was the night she disappeared, U.S. investigators are renewing their search in the Bahamas.
The tentative agreement means roughly 300,000 Blue Cross members will continue receiving care at Michigan Medicine facilities as in-network services.
Two Detroit nonprofit organizations have partnered together to fight food insecurity for elementary school students.
St. Clair County health officials have identified the county's first salmonella case linked to a multistate outbreak associated with backyard poultry.
Experts at Children's Hospital of Michigan say they typically see a rise in preventable injuries this time of year, many of which can happen in just seconds.
The app helps people with allergies navigate menus and get information about kitchen practices, so they know what's safe to eat.
The 2026 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear returns to the streets of downtown Detroit on Friday, May 29.
Spencer Torkelson homered, doubled twice and drove in three runs, and five Detroit pitchers combined for a two-hitter as the Tigers snapped a season-worst seven-game home skid with a 4-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
Vaughn Grissom hit a grand slam and drove in six runs as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Detroit Tigers 10-6 on Tuesday night.
Detroit Pistons players Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren have earned All-NBA honors, the team announced Sunday.
Dillon Dingler hit a two-run homer in the first inning, Troy Melton and two relievers combined on a three-hitter and the Detroit Tigers stopped an eight-game losing streak by beating the Baltimore Orioles 4-1 Sunday in a doubleheader nightcap.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
The roundtable discusses the impact of rising gas prices and friction at the federal level with Canada and the U.S., and how it affects tourism.
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.
Detroit has earned improved credit ratings from both Moody’s and S&P.
An Indiana fire department rescued a baby deer from a flooded road.
Michigan Science Center will host a series of summer camps for children in grades K-5, scheduled from June 22 through August 14.
Good morning Fam! Nice and sunny today with temps a little cooler but comfortable around 72F. Staying dry heading into the weekend with more sunshine through next week.
President Trump spoke about shipping access to the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, insisting that the area is international waters.