Michigan prison heat, wildfire smoke expose need for long-term HVAC fixes
A state representative says these weather conditions expose the need for long-term solutions at MDOC facilities going forward.
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A state representative says these weather conditions expose the need for long-term solutions at MDOC facilities going forward.
Southeast Michigan residents face two weather hazards on Wednesday, with an air quality alert issued due to wildfires and a continuing heat advisory.
Thousands of residents on Detroit's west side had no power on Wednesday morning, as a heat wave continued and an air quality alert went into effect.
With dangerously high temperatures expected over the next few days in Southeast Michigan, SMART is rolling out its cooling buses to give people a place to escape the heat.
Cooling centers are open, and some events are canceled, on Tuesday in Metro Detroit in response to a heat wave.
Some of Metro Detroit's communities have opened cooling center services in response to the heat wave.
Heat alerts were issued for millions across parts of the western U.S. Sunday due to an unusually prolonged heat dome, which is starting to move east.
Extreme heat will move into southeast Michigan this week, with temperatures climbing into the 90s and humidity making it feel even hotter.
If you find tempers run short or you become stressed during very hot weather, you're not alone. Studies have shown that as temperatures rise, people's behavior tends to change.
Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
As Americans endure another bout of extreme heat, experts say small thermostat adjustments and other energy-saving steps can help reduce soaring cooling costs.
With temperatures climbing across Southeast Michigan, local communities are asking residents to make small changes to help reduce water demand during the ongoing heat wave.
An extreme heat warning for Metro Detroit will continue through Friday evening. Here's the forecast, along with the latest announcements from Southeast Michigan communities.
Power outages have been scattered across Metro Detroit, including in Madison Heights, Troy and Warren, as the heat wave builds.
All hands are on deck to keep people safe from the heat in Detroit.
Some Metro Detroit businesses are adjusting operations to beat the heat this week, making modifications to keep both customers and employees cool.
The heat wave can even be dangerous if you don't take extra precautions to stay cool.
An extreme heat warning remains in effect on Wednesday for southeast Michigan, with dangerously high temperatures and heat index values of 105 to 110.
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield signed an executive order directing city employees to take additional steps to assist city residents amid an extreme heat warning.
One of the largest outages was centered near 12 Mile and Dequindre roads in Warren.
Thousands of Metro Detroit residents were left without power overnight and into Wednesday morning after an outage that began Tuesday evening during a stretch of dangerous summer heat.
The South Lyon Fire Department is among those in Michigan that host an occasional Spray Day for their communities, using a water truck to create a makeshift splash park for children and adults. South Lyon ran one on Tuesday at the Whipple Street parking lot.
Thousands of Metro Detroit residents lost power late Tuesday and into Wednesday morning. Here's a recap of the situation as of 6 a.m. Wednesday.
A heat wave will blast much of the eastern U.S. this week, and forecasters say temperatures will feel even hotter because of the high humidity that's arriving with it.
Southeast Michigan residents who lack access to air conditioning are welcome at designated cooling centers during this week's heat wave.
Prosecutors allege the man walked out of the house with a shotgun and pointed it at officers. In response, police fired their guns, striking the man in the leg.
Detroit police issued 53 ordinance violations after breaking up the gathering.
Four board members voted during a special meeting to place Superintendent Amy Wilcox on paid administrative leave again.
Trinity Health's new leadership council aims to improve engagement with the local residents who get care in Brighton.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A new travel connection begins Monday with the Gordie Howe International Bridge opening for vehicle traffic between Detroit and Windsor.
The case of two adults and six children found dead at a home in West Michigan has been determined to be a murder-suicide, deputies said.
Michigan officials are tracking over 1,000 new cases of cyclosporiasis as the outbreak continues to add up.
Prosecutors allege the man walked out of the house with a shotgun and pointed it at officers. In response, police fired their guns, striking the man in the leg.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A 23-year-old man who pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise in connection with a Metro Detroit vehicle theft operation that Michigan officials called "prolific" has been sentenced, according to online court records.
Many newer vehicles are equipped with high-efficiency cabin air filters capable of capturing a significant amount of fine particulate matter.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
As the United States marks its 250th birthday, Ford Motor Company is showcasing more than a century of automotive history in a new exhibit that explores the company's role in shaping America.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
A major weekend in Ann Arbor as fans gear up to see country music star Morgan Wallen take over the University of Michigan Big House stadium on Friday and Saturday.
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Severe "convective" storms account for roughly a third of global natural disaster economic losses, a new study finds.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
Crude prices dropped as the U.S. Ambassador to the UN said suspension of attacks is aimed at finding a diplomatic solution.
Food safety experts say cuts to the public health system hobbled the response — and that the next outbreak could be much worse.
Police believe a suspect in the deadly shooting at a food festival in Seattle was among those who were killed, as another suspect remains on the loose and a teenager is in custody.
Trinity Health's new leadership council aims to improve engagement with the local residents who get care in Brighton.
Michigan officials are tracking over 1,000 new cases of cyclosporiasis as the outbreak continues to add up.
According to a CBS News poll released on Sunday, 40% of Americans are buying or eating less produce because of the outbreak of cyclospora, which causes cyclosporiasis. So, CBS News Detroit wanted to know if this sudden shift in eating habits has impacted people and restaurants in Metro Detroit.
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
A Michigan man is headed to prison for selling misbranded weight-loss drugs imported from China, federal prosecutors said.
Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel will receive a $7.14 million lump sum as part of his separation agreement with the university.
Center fielders Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones and second baseman Jeff Kent were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.
The Detroit Tigers were edged by the Royals 5-4 at Comerica Park on Sunday afternoon after Kansas City's Michael Massey hit a go-ahead, two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning.
The Detroit Tigers were defeated by the Royals 3-2 on Saturday after Nick Loftin hit a tie-breaking home run in the ninth inning for Kansas City.
Tarik Skubal had a season-high 12 strikeouts and allowed one run in 7 1/3 innings in what could have been his last home start for Detroit, helping the Tigers to a 2-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Friday night.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
Former NBA All-Star/entrepreneur Jalen Rose, DTE's Trevor Lauer and Oakland University president Ora Hirsch Pescovitz headline an all-star Michigan Matters episode.
Mark Hollis, COO of Rocket Entertainment and tournament director of the PGA Tour's Rocket Classic, appears on Michigan Matters.
During a special meeting last week, four board members voted to place Amy Wilcox on paid administrative leave, again.
The Detroit Police Department issued dozens of citations after breaking up a drifting and street racing gathering over the weekend.
A new travel connection begins Monday with the Gordie Howe International Bridge opening for vehicle traffic between Detroit and Windsor.
President Trump visited Metro Detroit on Monday, touring and delivering remarks at General Motors' Milford Proving Ground.
Trinity Health's new leadership council aims to improve engagement with the local residents who get care in Brighton, Michigan.