Detroit Firefighters, Police Prepare For 'Angel's Night'
In a typical 24-hour period in Detroit, 20 to 30 fires are reported, but the night before Halloween sees a dramatic rise.
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In a typical 24-hour period in Detroit, 20 to 30 fires are reported, but the night before Halloween sees a dramatic rise.
Community leaders in Detroit on Tuesday will detail their efforts to crack down on Angels' Night arsonists and mischief-makers.
The countdown to Halloween is upon us. Here are some safety reminders for a smooth trick-or-treating experience.
WWJ's Sandra McNeill reports that the owner of a Howell winery has become convinced the place is inhabited by the spirit of a little boy.
Volunteers are still needed for Detroit's Angels' Night Campaign over the three-night Halloween period.
Wayne County Sheriff Deputies will help patrol Highland Park streets during the upcoming Halloween weekend.
As Halloween approaches, the AAPD is offering key recommendations and tips to parents and caregivers on maintaining healthy teeth for this holiday and throughout the year, to ensure that jack-o-lanterns are the only ones with decaying teeth after October 31st.
Three men wearing Halloween masks have been arrested after trying to rob a credit union in Madison Heights, about six miles north of Detroit.
Let's face it. Halloween is all about the sweets! Here are some tips on keeping the candy mayhem to a minimum and a few recipes for spooky lookin' treats.
During the month of October, Xfinity On Demand and XfinityTV.com are serving up more than 200 movies in a comprehensive collection of classic and current horror and monster films, from edge-pushing slasher and giant monster epics to family-friendly animated scares in its "Halloween Moviethon" collection.
Haunted houses and Halloween stores have metro-Detroiters celebrating and preparing for October 31 all month long. This year, take time to share the not-so-scary story about the history of the gargoyle.
Kids will walk paths lined with hundreds of hand-carved jack o' lanterns and end up at nearly a dozen stations where costumed characters will be handing out treats.
Teams will be assembled to register residents to turn on porch lights, watch abandoned houses, keep watchful eyes and ears for suspicious activity.
The Detroit Zoo's annual "merry-not-scary" Zoo Boo celebration returns this Halloween season, featuring a festively decorated half-mile trick-or-treat trail through the front of the zoo.
The sights and sounds of All Hollows' Eve and the spooky spirits of the past come to life at Hallowe'en in Greenfield Village, October 14-16, 21-23 and 28-30.
A Massachusetts couple frantically dialed 911 when they got lost in a corn maze with their 3-week-old baby. They had to be rescued by police officers with scent-sniffing dogs
We're big on celebration in this country, and it is gratifying that Meadow Brook has chosen to mount a show that appeals to all ages for the Halloween season. There's no trick here, folks; just treat.
During HalloWeekends, there is fun for guests of all ages with more than 70 rides, including 16 roller coasters. With 10 haunted attractions, HalloWeekends has more creatures and spooky areas than ever before.
Channel your inner Martha Stewart by creating inexpensive and easy crafts for Halloween. The kids love it, and it's a perfect way to spend quality time together.
Get terrified at one of these historic Detroit locations, from concert venues to the Henry Ford Estate.
Scrambling to find a last-minute costume for that Halloween party? Here are a few costumes that you probably can put together from stuff you already have.
Thoughts to ghouls, ghosts and candy take over around Halloween. Here are a few of the bone-chilling (and lighthearted) classics to get you in the mood.
American history is rich with tall tales, legends and hauntings. Here are just a few of the ones people are still talking about.
The pumpkin is king of the Halloween season. Here are some of the many interesting ways it's used, including a few you may not have thought of.
A Muskegon County man won the top $1 million prize in the Millionaire Raffle game, the Michigan Lottery said.
One of the therapy dogs that greeted passengers at Detroit Metro Airport has died, the airport authority said Saturday.
Water levels continue to fall early Saturday at the Cheboygan Lock and Dam Complex, after having spiked less than 6 inches from the top of the dam earlier in the week.
A drug trafficking scheme resulted in the seizure of firearms, cash and narcotics from five homes in Southeast Michigan, police said.
Local authorities say a "significant road washout" has happened near Black Lake in Cheboygan County, Michigan.
Officials have known about the dangers of the Cheboygan Lock and Dam for years, but failed to compel private owners to make repairs.
Local authorities say a "significant road washout" has happened near Black Lake in Cheboygan County, Michigan.
Crews will be knocking door to door, assessing the damage in hopes of getting the state and federal emergency declarations for Ann Arbor, which could help residents pay for repairs.
A suspect was shot by Michigan State Police troopers on Friday during a police chase that ended in a crash, killing an innocent bystander in Inkster.
A Muskegon County man won the top $1 million prize in the Millionaire Raffle game, the Michigan Lottery said.
At a gas station in Detroit, owner Mohamad Mallah, known to customers as Big Moe, decided to give back in a big way.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $3.87 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared an energy emergency in eight Southeast Michigan counties amid rising gas prices across the state.
General Motors has announced that it's making another round of layoffs at its Factory Zero plant in Metro Detroit. The latest round, the second this year, impacts roughly 1,300 workers and is due to a readjustment of operations amid declining electric vehicle demand.
Cities in Michigan lose big tax revenue from pollution-control tax breaks, and many do not track what they give up.
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.
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Tyler Robert Buchanan, 24, of Scotland, pleaded guilty in California federal court.
Rising jet fuel prices are forcing airlines to cut routes and trim schedules.
President Trump spoke with CBS News Friday in a new telephone interview.
The recall affects F-150 vehicles quipped with a six-speed automatic transmission produced between March 12, 2014, and Aug. 18, 2017, according to NHTSA.
The Ford station wagon thought to belong to the Martin family was found in 2024 by a diver who had been looking for it for several years.
A West Bloomfield surgeon will spend a year in prison for his role in a $7 million Medicare fraud scheme, federal prosecutors said.
University of Michigan president-elect Kent Syverud announced Wednesday that he is being treated for a form of brain cancer.
Autism in the D is hosting a "Weekend of Inclusivity," featuring two events aimed at supporting families and highlighting gaps in autism resources across the city.
Dominic Weber and Haylie Reeves met at North Star Reach as campers in 2016.
The Detroit Health Department is hosting a Public Health Week through Saturday, April 11, to provide resources in neighborhoods.
The NBA playoffs drive Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham to chase greatness.
The Boston Red Sox beat Detroit 1-0 on Friday night, snapping the Tigers' six-game winning streak.
Riley Greene doubled home two runs to tie the score with two outs in the ninth inning, and Colt Keith followed with the winning single as the streaking Detroit Tigers rallied past the Kansas City Royals 10-9 in a wild game delayed twice by rain.
The Detroit Lions were not very aggressive in NFL free agency, choosing to save salary cap space to sign some key players to long-term extensions.
Wenceel Pérez hit a go-ahead homer in the eighth inning and the Detroit Tigers won their fifth straight game, beating the Kansas City Royals 2-1.
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.
There's a focus on Michigan's defense industry as a national convention comes to Detroit in a few weeks, with over 11,000 people expected at Huntington Place.
Dave Coulter updates Oakland County's move to its new offices in downtown Pontiac and when that might take place.
Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is under its control, reimposing restrictions on the critical waterway on Saturday. CBS News has this report.
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A suspect was shot by Michigan State Police troopers on Friday in a police chase that ended in a crash, killing an innocent bystander in Inkster.
Along the Sturgeon River near Indian River, Michigan, homes are damaged, and families are just now getting back inside. CBS News Detroit met a couple that is still processing what happened after losing the majority of their personal belongings.
Crews will be knocking door to door, assessing the damage in hopes of getting the state and federal emergency declarations for Ann Arbor, which could help residents pay for repairs. This comes after an EF-1 tornado touched down in the city earlier this week.