Wayne County Board of Canvassers approve recount in Hamtramck mayoral race
Records show that City Councilman Muhith Mahmood filed a petition for a recount on Nov. 19.
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Records show that City Councilman Muhith Mahmood filed a petition for a recount on Nov. 19.
Two weeks after Election Day, the Wayne County Board of Canvassers has now officially certified the results of the Hamtramck mayoral race and city council elections.
The election is not over yet for Hamtramck mayor, as a difference of about 11 votes remains between the top two seats.
Six Wayne County communities are participating in Rx Kids – a project that gives cash to mothers who are pregnant or have newborns.
Hamtramck's mayoral race between Adam Alharbi and Muhith Mahmood is separated by just 11 votes following Tuesday's election.
Following months of controversy in Hamtramck, including the departures of the police chief and city manager, the city's mayoral race is separated by just 11 votes following Tuesday's election.
Election Day ballots in Hamtramck included the mayoral race and city council. CBS News Detroit has team coverage on how those races looked as results came in.
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's office announced funding for residential and commercial projects in Hamtramck and Alpena.
President Donald Trump's nominee to be the U.S. ambassador to Kuwait is facing rejection by the Republican-controlled Senate.
Police in Detroit shot a woman, who escaped law enforcement twice in an SUV, "Multiple times" on Sunday afternoon, according to Chief Todd Bettison.
Altaheri's attorney said the agreement allows the former police chief to receive a lump-sum severance equal to five months of his base salary.
Four election law violations pending against a Hamtramck city councilman Muhtasin Sadman were dismissed Monday.
Four felony election fraud charges against a Hamtramck city councilman have been dismissed. Muhtasin Sadman was accused of forging an absentee ballot and to vote in the 2023 election. Those charges were dropped after two witnesses failed to appear in court yesterday. And still faces a misdemeanor charge for making a false ballot.
A Hamtramck, Michigan, resident has been accused of posing as a custodian at the city's high school and stealing a "substantial amount of property," police said on Friday.
On Tuesday, the council unanimously voted for Councilman Abu Musa as the new pro tem.
A federal lawsuit by two former city officials against the city of Hamtramck, Michigan, over the city's ban on Pride flag displays on public property has been dismissed.
Police are investigating a shooting and attempted robbery in Hamtramck that critically injured the victim.
In yet another shakeup among the leadership in City of Hamtramck, the mayor pro tem seat is vacant.
Two people are dead after a shooting on Friday in Hamtramck, Michigan, according to police.
General Motors will temporarily lay off 360 employees at its Factory Zero Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Center.
A new investigation report found that Hamtramck Police Chief Jamiel Altaheri and Special Investigator David Adamczyk committed "significant" misconduct that warrants termination.
Two Hamtramck City Council members have been arraigned on charges related to alleged fraud in the 2023 election. And now authorities are investigating potential fraud in the Aug. 5 primary election.
A mural in Hamtramck, Michigan, was at the center of public comment at Tuesday's city council meeting.
Two Hamtramck city council members who are facing election fraud charges were arraigned on Tuesday, the same day as the city council meeting.
Two Hamtramck City Council members are facing election fraud charges in connection with the 2023 city council election.
Walk-a-Mile Wednesday returned to the city of Detroit, with Police Chief Todd Bettison hosting the first event of the season.
People in Keego Harbor, Michigan, will come together for someone they say has always been there for them.
After recent incidents of violence in the Inkster area, police are now asking for input from the community in a survey about what could be done to help address it.
The Sterling Heights City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved tax incentives for the $1 billion development of the old Lakeside Mall, overcoming a major hurdle.
Sonny Gray pitched five innings in his return from injury and the Boston Red Sox finished a three-game sweep of the Detroit Tigers with a 4-0 win.
The Motor City was awarded an expansion team for the 2026-27 season.
While the most recent cold front is moving out, it is leaving behind a chill that could be dangerous for sensitive vegetation.
The crash happened just after 7 a.m. Wednesday at the intersection of Sheldon Road and Sheldon Center.
State officials say a Metro Detroit businesswoman "repeatedly lied to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation" about expenses related to a grant.
A man who was wanted for a murder investigation in Kalamazoo was captured after he hid in the attic of a home in Tennessee and fell through the ceiling.
Michigan's average diesel price on Sunday is $6 — the highest ever recorded by the American Automobile Association.
Ford Motor Company is recalling over 179,000 vehicles due to a front seat issue that can increase the risk of injury in a crash, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said.
A vote by UAW Local 2093 members will be on May 11. The UAW says that if approved, workers could walk out of the Three Rivers facility starting on May 31.
The organization says its executive committee will oversee operations and lead the search for the next leader, under the leadership of DADA president Katie Coleman and Auto Show chairman Lincoln Phillip.
General Motors has announced production investments at its sites in Romulus, Saginaw and Toledo.
With summer not far behind, the city of Detroit is preparing for the highly anticipated 2026 Ford Fireworks next month.
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.
Sonny Gray pitched five innings in his return from injury and the Boston Red Sox finished a three-game sweep of the Detroit Tigers with a 4-0 win.
Tigers manager A.J. Hinch also received a one-game suspension and an undisclosed fine.
A proposed $250 million settlement would compensate millions of consumers who bought the iPhone 16, iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max.
In a new lawsuit, two California residents allege that Cento Fine Foods doesn't use real San Marzano tomatoes in one of its products.
Gas prices are now 52% higher than prior to the Iran war, with drivers paying $1.56 more per gallon, data shows.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
The largest U.S. health insurer said it will eliminate approval requirements for some treatments, including select outpatient surgeries and other procedures.
Fire department leaders say the rescue reflects the kind of instinctive courage firefighters train for, but also something that goes beyond routine duty.
Parents say the incident highlights the importance of education and communication at home, especially when it comes to THC‑infused products.
Sonny Gray pitched five innings in his return from injury and the Boston Red Sox finished a three-game sweep of the Detroit Tigers with a 4-0 win.
More than 300 PGA professionals from all over the country were hoping to earn a spot in this year's PGA Championship.
Tigers manager A.J. Hinch also received a one-game suspension and an undisclosed fine.
The Motor City was awarded a women's hockey expansion team for the 2026-27 PWHL season.
Cade Cunningham scored 23 points, Tobias Harris had 20 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 111-101 on Tuesday night in Game 1 of their second-round series.
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.
Diallo Smith, CEO of Detroit nonprofit Life Remodeled, talks about its new opportunity hub on the east side of Detroit called Anchor Detroit.
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The roundtable discusses the dramatic impact AI is having in the classroom, at companies and inside homes.
After Spirit Airlines ceased operations over the weekend, twin sisters Shari and Maya Green say they are still processing the news.
People in Keego Harbor, Michigan, will come together for someone they say has always been there for them.
After recent incidents of violence in the Inkster area, police are now asking for input from the community in a survey about what could be done to help address it.
Walk-a-Mile Wednesdays are officially back in Detroit this season, and Police Chief Todd Bettison held his first session on May 6 on the city's west side.
The Sterling Heights City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved tax incentives for the $1 billion development of the old Lakeside Mall, overcoming a major hurdle.