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.
A 15-year-old could potentially face an adult sentence as court proceedings continue in the fatal stabbing of a Detroit man, prosecutors say.
Western Michigan's Dan Bartholomae has been hired as Michigan State's athletic director.
Golfers, athletes and supporters gathered Monday in Rochester Hills for the Kirk Gibson Golf Classic, which raises money for the Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson's.
A fire was discovered early Monday at a storage barn behind Great Lakes Custom Meats and More in Livingston County.
Michigan drivers are paying an average of $4.27 a gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, AAA says.
Western Michigan's Dan Bartholomae has been hired as Michigan State's athletic director.
Golfers, athletes and supporters gathered Monday in Rochester Hills for the Kirk Gibson Golf Classic, which raises money for the Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson's.
A fire was discovered early Monday at a storage barn behind Great Lakes Custom Meats and More in Livingston County.
A 15-year-old could potentially face an adult sentence as court proceedings continue in the fatal stabbing of a Detroit man, prosecutors say.
Michigan drivers are paying an average of $4.27 a gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, AAA says.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Dodge unveiled the return of the Super Bee on Thursday during a media preview for Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
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.
Western Michigan's Dan Bartholomae has been hired as Michigan State's athletic director.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said he hasn't heard back from Sen. Mitch McConnell following formal requests for an update on his health last month amid a weekslong hospitalization.
Nearly 130,000 utility customers statewide remained without power as of Sunday afternoon.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says a human case of influenza A H1N2 swine flu was detected in a person who was a participant at the Kent County Youth Fair.
A new executive order from President Trump is reshaping federal childhood vaccine recommendations and encouraging states to review their school immunization requirements, a move that comes as Michigan families prepare for the new school year.
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is considering a resolution that would implement a program from Opioid Free America that would analyze prescription data of county employees and encourage prescribers to wean their patients off opioids.
An additional 35 Michigan residents have required hospital care for cyclosporiasis as an outbreak continues to be tracked, state health officials said on Thursday.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Western Michigan's Dan Bartholomae has been hired as Michigan State's athletic director.
Golfers, athletes and supporters gathered Monday in Rochester Hills for the Kirk Gibson Golf Classic, which raises money for the Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson's.
Munetaka Murakami hit a go-ahead homer in the seventh inning and the Chicago White Sox rallied for a 7-5 win over the Detroit Tigers to complete a three-game sweep.
There's no doubt in Isaac TeSlaa's mind where the Detroit Lions wide receiver group ranks among its peers.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
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.
Golfers, athletes and supporters gathered Monday in Rochester Hills for the 10th Annual Kirk Gibson Golf Classic, celebrating a decade of fundraising that has helped transform Parkinson's disease support in Michigan.
Supermarket prices for strawberries might go up in the United States. Here's why.
Trustees from the Novi Community School District have approved a plan to offer buyouts to some of its teachers. If not enough people accept the offer, there could be layoffs among the teachers.
Sumpter Township in Southeast Michigan has announced it is canceling plans to install Flock license plate reader cameras in the community. Here's a look at the pushback that the security camera system is seeing across the country.
Thousands remain without power in Indiana, where severe weather, storms and flooding caused significant damage both in the northwest part of the state and in the Indianapolis region. At least seven deaths in the state have been attributed to the weather.