Michigan mother charged after 3-year-old accidentally shoots himself
A Metro Detroit woman has been charged under Michigan's gun storage law after her 3-year-old son accidentally shot himself with an unsecured gun.
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A Metro Detroit woman has been charged under Michigan's gun storage law after her 3-year-old son accidentally shot himself with an unsecured gun.
It's no secret that some people shoot guns into the air on New Year's Eve, and police will be keeping their eyes out for them.
The laws can prevent a person from purchasing a firearm who is deemed a risk to themselves or others by a court.
There are 12 schools in the Southfield Public Schools district, and Southfield A&T will be the first school to get metal detectors.
Red Zone Firearms is set to open near the intersection of 12 Mile Road and Greenfield Road, and next to two day care centers.
The shooting during a White Lake Township break-in now raises questions as to whether the homeowner had the right to use his firearm in this situation.
A program designed to prevent school shootings has made its way to the Metro Detroit area.
The gun disposal events typically take place on select weekends throughout the year, but now they'll happen every weekend at a permanent home.
Nearly 300 people in Michigan were barred from possessing guns in 2024.
One month after a Wayne County official and her husband were charged with assault, police in Farmington Hills are urging people to prioritize their safety and de-escalate violent situations.
A Michigan law requires firearm owners to keep unattended weapons unloaded and locked or stored away in a gun safe if a child is in the home.
The year's top stories in Detroit ran the gamut, from late-breaking developments in the Crumbley trials to national honors for local restaurants.
A set of bills, including ones introduced in the aftermath of the Oxford High School shooting more than three years ago, are finally awaiting final approval from Michigan lawmakers.
Over the last year, the number of school districts in Ohio that allow staff to be armed quadrupled, with 14% of the state's districts now participating.
Over 60 privately owned guns were given back to be destroyed at a gun buyback event in Ann Arbor Saturday.
They Berkley City Council considered a carnival ban due to fights at the popular "Berkley Days" event and rewrote zoning laws to limit where gun stores could open in the city.
The ammo vending machines have been placed in grocery stores in three states as the U.S. battles what the surgeon general calls a public health crisis of gun violence.
The Detroit city clerk, city council members, police and fire department gathered at the Heilmann Recreation Center Sunday afternoon to ring in the year with a "No Guns, Just Fun" rally.
As families are gathering for the holidays, the Detroit Police Department is reminding gun owners to secure their weapons to avoid tragedies.
From 2003 to 2021, 1,262 unintentional gun deaths of children were reported in the U.S.
Almost 900 children 5 and under have managed to find a gun and unintentionally shoot themselves or someone else from 2015 to 2022.
Detroit Assistant Chief Charles Fitzgerald expressed feelings of frustration after a 6-year-old got a hold of a handgun, striking his 1-year-old sibling.
Bill Kucyk, owner of Action Impact Firearms & Training Center in Southfield, sat down with CBS News Detroit and demonstrated how to store firearms.
A Brighton man behind a gun-safe supplier Oxford is proposing to put in schools demonstrates why opposing parents should reconsider.
People of color were more likely to have experienced gun violence, according to the study.
Novartis has settled a suit by Henrietta Lacks' estate alleging the pharmaceutical giant unjustly profited off cells were taken from her tumor without her knowledge in 1951.
A Warren, Michigan, man was sentenced to 18 to 30 years in prison for causing serious injuries to an 8-month-old child.
No charges have been filed against Arnold, who was a 2024 first-round NFL draft pick.
A massive sink hole in Detroit is now fixed after a water main break caused the road to collapse and a vehicle to get stuck.
Arbor One Apartments in Ypsilanti, Michigan, says it is making progress on restoring its condemned buildings, but there's still a lot of work left to finish the job.
Three Huron Township Police Department officers were injured in a pursuit that ran along the service drive at Carleton Farms Landfill.
No charges have been filed against Arnold, who was a 2024 first-round NFL draft pick.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Novartis has settled a suit by Henrietta Lacks' estate alleging the pharmaceutical giant unjustly profited off cells were taken from her tumor without her knowledge in 1951.
Cindy Kinney resigned from the Wyandotte Public Schools Board of Education amid controversy over a "dogs or Muslims" social media post.
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.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
Warner Bros. Discovery said that Paramount Skydance is considering enhancing its buyout offer for the entertainment company.
Novartis has settled a suit by Henrietta Lacks' estate alleging the pharmaceutical giant unjustly profited off cells were taken from her tumor without her knowledge in 1951.
FedEx said it will reimburse customers if the Trump administration provides refunds following a Supreme Court ruling that struck down emergency tariffs.
Ford said a tech glitch can increase the risk of a crash for vehicles towing a trailer. Here's what to look for.
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said in her opening statement before the House Oversight Committee that she had no knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.
Michigan lawmakers required schools to adopt a cardiac emergency response plan for the current school year if the Legislature appropriated "sufficient funds," but funding wasn't dedicated in the education budget.
What started as food poisoning for a young boy in Clinton Township turned into years of organ failure.
Officials announced eligibility for mothers and babies in the city of Detroit.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
No charges have been filed against Arnold, who was a 2024 first-round NFL draft pick.
The Detroit Pistons faced a shell of the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night in a possible NBA Finals preview.
Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez will receive the final payments from their new contracts with the Detroit Tigers in 2039, with the team deferring $31 million of the $128 million it committed to the pitchers.
Detroit Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker has decided to return for an 11th season.
Elliot Cadeau had 15 points and L.J. Cason scored 11 of his 14 points in the second half as No. 3 Michigan beat Minnesota 77-67 on Tuesday night to clinch at least a share of the Big Ten title for the first time in five years.
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?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
The driver of a Lyft rideshare vehicle is facing multiple felony charges after a crash on Detroit's west side left two people dead.
Three Huron Township Police Department officers were injured in the apprehension and arrest of a suspect during a pursuit that included the service drive at Carleton Farms Landfill in Wayne County, Michigan.
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold was named in a Florida court order that is connected to a robbery and kidnapping case. Court records show that the robbery and kidnapping were allegedly orchestrated by 23-year-old Boakai Hilton, by an associate of Arnold, in retaliation for two robberies that happened at an Airbnb Arnold was renting in Largo.
Friday is sunny, warmer, and eventually windy by the evening.
The Winter Olympics may be over, but the legacy of a Olympians with Detroit roots lives on. We learn more about a legendary Wayne State University coach who has built champions and changed lives.