Summer heat increases risk of child deaths in hot cars
Nine children have died in the U.S. after being left in hot cars this year, according to data from Kids and Car Safety.
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Nine children have died in the U.S. after being left in hot cars this year, according to data from Kids and Car Safety.
Southwest Airlines launched a multi-million dollar initiative after extreme summer heat led to beverage cans bursting on flights.
The weather in Southeast Michigan is expected to be dangerously hot from Sunday through Tuesday.
Heritage Park in Farmington Hills, Michigan, was filled with families aiming to beat the heat on Saturday. CBS Detroit’s Heath Kalb introduces us to some of those families.
A heat advisory is in effect for most of Southeast Michigan until 8 p.m. Tuesday as temperatures continue to climb, according to the National Weather Service.
The "ice battery" system freezes water at night when the cost of electricity is low. Then, during the day, when the price is high, the building is cooled with the previous night's ice instead of using expensive electricity.
Early season heat waves gripping the Central and Southern United States are bringing attention to the health dangers of high temperatures during pregnancy.
As winter weather moves into Metro Detroit, DTE Energy wants to remind customers of the programs it offers to ensure their heat stays on.
At least seven teen football players have died in the U.S. in August. Experts say parents of teen football players should be proactive.
NOAA forecasters say there's a 77% chance that 2024 will be the warmest year on record, after July marked the 14th consecutive monthly record.
Airline officials say they are aware of a series of incidents where cans have ruptured, resulting in an onboard mess and reports of about 20 injuries to employees so far this summer.
The U.S. has contended with unrelenting temperatures this summer, and a map from NASA paints a dire picture of the scale of those persistent heat waves.
The NEXT Weather team declared a NEXT Weather alert day through Friday due to the heat. Here's what to know about the temperatures and weather conditions each day.
The St. Clair Shores Memorial Park Beach has been closed for nearly two weeks due to high levels of bacteria.
The summer camp season is heating up, and kids across Southeast Michigan are trading in crisp, air-conditioned classrooms for sun-soaked fields.
It's not just metal that causes burns. Plastic covering, rubber, metals coated with heat reducing paint, they're all at risk.
As temperatures rise, new research shows critical limits for how heat affects the body may be lower than previously thought. Humidity is a big factor.
"Our planet is trying to tell us something. But we don't seem to be listening," the U.N.'s secretary-general said after May marked another month of back-to-back global heat records.
Last summer, hundreds of millions of people were faced with triple-digit temperatures across the U.S. This year, it could happen again.
Climate change means wine could soon have a higher alcohol content — but spoil faster and smell worse.
Smashing these records has "dire consequences for both people and the planet," warned the head of the EU's Copernicus weather service.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday lifted a lower court order that blocked sweeping layoffs of federal workers at nearly two dozen agencies.
A Michigan man died of a medical emergency in a patrol car while deputies investigated a shooting in Calhoun County.
One person is dead, another injured, after a homeowner shot toward seven people who were in his garage in White Lake Township.
As of July 1, county health officials have reported 10 cases of the disease in 2025.
Federal settlements have been reached with Ugly Christmas Sweater, Your Fantasy Warehouse, Costume Agent and Delta Staffing over PPP assistance.
One person is dead, another injured, after a homeowner shot toward seven people who were in his garage in White Lake Township.
A man who fled police after a domestic violence incident in Warren is dead after a shootout with officers in Detroit.
No injuries were reported, and no other structures were damaged.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday lifted a lower court order that blocked sweeping layoffs of federal workers at nearly two dozen agencies.
A man was reported to have been fatally shot about 3:30 a.m. Tuesday on Outer Drive East in Detroit.
A 15-gallon tank of gas costs motorists about $46, around $11 less than the highest price drivers paid in July 2024.
General Motors announced on Tuesday a $4 billion investment over the next two years in three U.S. manufacturing plants, one of which is located in Michigan.
A 15-gallon tank of gas costs motorists about $48, around $9 less than the highest price drivers paid in July 2024.
A 15-gallon tank of gas costs motorists about $46, around $11 less than the highest price drivers paid in July 2024.
The three-day event runs May 30 through June 1 and is highlighted by the 35th running of the NTT IndyCar Series Detroit Grand Prix.
Julian McMahon's last acting role before his death was playing the prime minister of Australia in Netflix's murder mystery series "The Residence."
Joey Chestnut is returning to the 2025 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. Here's how and when to watch.
Michael Madsen apparently went into cardiac arrest and was found unresponsive in his home in Malibu, California, on Thursday morning, according to his manager.
Sean "Diddy" Combs was found guilty of two prostitution-related charges, but acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering charges.
The verdict in the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial comes after the high-profile proceedings started in May.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday lifted a lower court order that blocked sweeping layoffs of federal workers at nearly two dozen agencies.
Change is afoot at some U.S. airports as passengers no longer have to remove their shoes while going through TSA security screenings.
Markets fall on Monday after President Trump threatened 14 U.S. trading partners with steep tariffs starting August 1.
A memo from the Justice Department and FBI said that a systematic review of the case involving Jeffrey Epstein "revealed no incriminating 'client list.'"
President Trump said the U.S. will impose steep levies on imports from 14 countries starting next month, raising pressure on trading partners.
As of July 1, county health officials have reported 10 cases of the disease in 2025.
EGLE claims there are "significant deficiencies" in the management of Wyandotte's water system. The city says its water is safe.
Experts advise paying close attention to where you're launching or landing the displays.
Carfentanil is a synthetic opioid, typically used by veterinarians to tranquilize large animals.
West Nile virus has been confirmed for the first time this summer among mosquitoes in Macomb County, health officials said.
Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal has been added to the roster for the All-Star Game, becoming the fourth Detroit player on the American League team.
Trey Sweeney and Riley Greene homered during a six-run 10th inning on Sunday as the Detroit Tigers beat Cleveland 7-2, extending the Guardians' losing streak to 10 games.
Detroit City Football Club returns to USL Championship league play, as they head out to the West Coast to face off against Oakland Roots SC on Saturday night.
James Wood had a career-high five hits, including his 23rd home run, hours after being named to the Home Run Derby, Jake Irvin survived a rocky first to pitch six solid innings, and the Washington Nationals beat the Detroit Tigers 11-7 on Thursday night.
Nathaniel Lowe hit a go-ahead triple with the bases loaded in the eighth inning and finished with four RBIs as the Washington Nationals rallied to beat the Detroit Tigers 9-4 Wednesday night for a doubleheader split.
This week, the roundtable discusses the efforts to grow the aerospace industry in Michigan.
With the Fourth of July holiday almost here, the Salute to America Program featuring the Detroit Symphony Orchestra with nightly fireworks will be held July 2-5 at The Henry Ford in Dearborn, as it has for over 30 years.
Lots of big-name golfers are scheduled to play, including Cam Davis, Rickie Fowler, Tony Finau and Nate Lashley.
Canada is Michigan's No. 1 trading partner and vice versa, with cars, car parts, agriculture, tourism and more as products and people crossing bridges and tunnels between our state and our northern neighbor to the tune of billions each year.
Over 1,500 leaders from all corners of the state gathered at the Detroit Regional Chamber's Mackinac Policy Conference.
"Grow Detroit’s Young Talent" has started its 2025 summer youth jobs program. This year, 226 teens and young adults will work in a variety of roles across 14 City of Detroit departments.
A new Kroger store could be on the way to West 14 Mile Road in Royal Oak. If the city's Planning Commission approves that recommendation, there will be a traffic study before the proposal goes to the city commission for final consideration.
The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office reports their officers responded to a shots fired call and found a 35 year old Kalamazoo man in the driveway. The man was placed in a patrol car scene while they searched for the shooter. The man had a medical emergency and died.
One man is dead after a shoutout early Tuesday in Detroit. We're getting conflicting stories from law enforcement and witnesses as to what happened.
Michigan State Police dashcam video captures a fireworks tent in Cadillac, Michigan, catching fire and exploding.