Asian Carp DNA Detected In Lake Erie's Maumee Bay
Officials say Asian carp DNA has been found in three water samples collected from Lake Erie's Maumee Bay
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Officials say Asian carp DNA has been found in three water samples collected from Lake Erie's Maumee Bay
Crews from Ohio and Michigan checked the river north of Fremont on Tuesday with nets and electro shocking gear.
A federal study of 18 potential aquatic links between the Great Lakes and Mississippi River watersheds says none of them are likely pathways to the lakes for Asian carp.
President Barack Obama, if re-elected, would continue a program that has pumped more than $1 billion into Great Lakes protection during his first term, although it's uncertain how much money will be available in the future, a spokeswoman said.
An increasingly warm climate is worsening the problem of harmful Great Lakes algae blooms by boosting the intensity of spring rains that wash phosphorus into the waters, a scientist said Wednesday during a conference for advocates and policymakers.
Lake Michigan water levels are down 11 inches from 2011, and record low levels could be ahead if the drought persists.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says more than $2.6 million in grants are being awarded to help improve water quality at Great Lakes beaches in Michigan and Wisconsin.
A U-M researcher says more than one in five Great Lakes beach closing orders based on bacteria concerns may be unnecessary, and he's testing that idea this summer.
A Michigan DNR official has rejected a request from an animal rights group to immediately stop plans to kill thousands of mute swans.
No invasive bighead or silver carp turned up during a search of western Lake Erie, where the fish's genetic fingerprints were detected in water samples taken a year ago, officials said Thursday.
Scientists have begun searching two of western Lake Erie's bays and tributary rivers for signs of dreaded Asian carp.
Asian carp could find enough food and breeding areas to reach all five of the Great Lakes within 20 years if allowed to gain a foothold, a scientific report said Thursday.
Five states are continuing a lawsuit against the federal government demanding action to prevent Asian carp from reaching the Great Lakes, despite recent congressional action.
Plans are in the works to expand the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
Buddy's Pizza Thursday announced a new line of Great Lakes-themed pizzas to help support environmental efforts in the region.
One common thread among all three successful search and rescue cases — all those rescued were wearing life jackets.
Michigan authorities have charged a man with 12 counts of selling live Asian carp in violation of a state law meant to prevent the spread of invasive species
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is creating a board to advise federal agencies carrying out two wide-ranging programs to protect the Great Lakes.
The Canadian government says it will spend $17.5 million over the next five years to help prevent Asian carp from invading the Great Lakes.
The measure approved Wednesday would end a five-year permitting program run by the Department of Environmental Quality.
The Michigan Senate is preparing to vote on whether to abolish a state program that regulates what landowners can do with the vegetation.
The Fort Gratiot Lighthouse is reopening to the public this weekend following a renovation that lasted years and cost roughly $700,000.
Asian Carp have been put on the government's fast track as the feds search for a permanent way to keep the invasive fish out of the Great Lakes.
It's been nearly two years since 800,000 gallons of oil spilled into a creek that feeds the Kalamazoo River. and a new study concludes that pipeline safety laws are still inadequate.
A few unwanted, invasive sea lampreys from the Great Lakes have been shipped to England for use in a traditional pie for Queen Elizabeth II.
It's a new era for the city of Detroit and for Mary Sheffield, who has been elected the city's first woman mayor.
There's another setback for residents of Leland House in Detroit after authorities say winter weather caused a power outage, leading to an emergency evacuation.
Former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was booked into jail on Wednesday, just hours after he was fired.
The Flint native will officially take on his new role on May 4, 2026, with a $520,000 annual salary, according to the university.
New leadership is underway in Royal Oak after the city manager was abruptly ousted from his job this week.
Former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was detained by police on Wednesday, hours after he was terminated from his position, a source told CBS News Detroit.
There's another setback for residents of Leland House in Detroit after authorities say winter weather caused a power outage, leading to an emergency evacuation.
It's a new era for the city of Detroit and for Mary Sheffield, who has been elected the city's first woman mayor.
Rebecca Park of Cedar Creek Township, was 38 weeks pregnant when she was last seen Nov. 3. Her sister, Kimberly S. Park of Haring Township, reported her missing a day later.
The university appointed Biff Poggi as the interim head coach.
Slower adoption of electric vehicles was cited as the reason for pending layoffs at GM's Factory Zero.
Yanfeng will close its Romulus production facility, located at 9800 Inkster Road.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $3.06 per gallon, which is 1 cent more than last week but 3 cents less than at the same time a year ago.
Most of the intersections and roundabouts that made the 2024 list are in Southeast Michigan.
Avancez said a change in customer orders will result in layoffs during December at its Hazel Park location.
Paramount Skydance's $30 per share offer comes just days after Netflix agreed to buy parts of Warner Bros. in a deal valued at nearly $83 billion.
The nominations for the 2026 Golden Globes have been announced. Here are the nominees.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
Japanese officials said Jeremy O Harris, known for his Tony-nominated "Slave Play" and his role in the series "Emily in Paris," was arrested on the island of Okinawa on Nov. 16.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
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Rebecca Park of Cedar Creek Township, was 38 weeks pregnant when she was last seen Nov. 3. Her sister, Kimberly S. Park of Haring Township, reported her missing a day later.
The Federal Reserve is grappling with economic issues including higher inflation and a slowing labor market.
The Trump administration is proposing to ask visitors from countries with visa-free travel to the U.S. to submit five years of their social media history before they can enter.
Current SAVE borrowers will have "limited time" to enroll in a new loan repayment plan and begin repaying their loans, the Education Department said.
Many people living with MS are limited from taking nature walks shown to improve mental health, so Hala Darwish is bringing Mother Nature to them.
Legionella bacteria were found through water testing in the building late Thursday after an employee was diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease.
The new guidelines are effective at all DMC locations, including the Children's Hospital of Michigan.
The sheriff's office says closure for Building 38E is effective Friday through the weekend.
Women who have a doula are 47% less likely to have a cesarean delivery and a 29% lower chance of having a preterm delivery, according to a study published in the National Library of Medicine.
Former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was booked into jail on Wednesday, just hours after he was fired.
The University of Michigan appointed Biff Poggi as interim head coach after Sherrone Moore was terminated.
A.J. Hinch has mastered the art of smiling and sidestepping the one question he keeps hearing at the MLB winter meetings.
John Gibson made 39 saves for his first NHL shutout in nearly three years, and the Detroit Red Wings beat the Vancouver Canucks 4-0.
The parent of a Monroe, Michigan, student-athlete has filed a Title IX complaint over a transgender student from another school competing in a girls' volleyball game and tournament.
The Detroit show will attract hundreds of thousands to the area as automakers, tech companies and more gravitate to downtown Detroit.
This week on Michigan Matters, Carol Cain speaks with retail owners and entrepreneurs ahead of the holiday season.
Hundreds of thousands will line up along Woodward Avenue for America's Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit.
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Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield was overwhelmingly elected as mayor.
The Detroit Lions head west this weekend to face former Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams.
City Council President Mary Sheffield made history as the first woman to be elected as mayor of Detroit. Sheffield sat down with CBS News Detroit to discuss the weight of being the first woman to run the city.
There's another setback for residents who live in The Leland House in Detroit after authorities say winter weather caused a power outage, leading to an emergency evacuation.
Former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was booked into jail on Wednesday in a town outside Ann Arbor, according to authorities, hours after he was fired from his position.
As gun violence continues to impact families across Metro Detroit, one woman is taking a different approach, using education and training to save lives.