Police Hope DNA Tests Will Help Identify 1996 Murder Victim
The girl or young woman, believed to be between the ages of 15 and 25, was found May 1996 in an alley near the Lodge Freeway in Highland Park.
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The girl or young woman, believed to be between the ages of 15 and 25, was found May 1996 in an alley near the Lodge Freeway in Highland Park.
"I've come around the corner at night over on Oakland and there were literally rats doing a hat dance around a garbage can lid..."
Authorities say a 33-year-old woman is clinging to life after she was apparently shot in the head near the border of Detroit and Highland Park.
An ex-convict who spent 20 years in prison for second-degree murder has been charged in the fatal shooting of an Army veteran at a Detroit-area bus stop.
It happened last Wednesday morning along Woodward Ave. near the Davison.
After the man was shot, he staggered to the parking lot of a nearby fish restaurant where he collapsed and died.
James Gist faces kidnapping, unlawful imprisonment, first degree home invasion and gun charges.
The girl testified earlier this year that she was grabbed from behind and taken to a vacant house, and a gun was put to her mouth.
The male pig weighing between 200 and 300 pounds was found in a building in about a foot of his own excrement.
The Detroit reverend called to task the Highland Park mayor over a $20 million court judgment against the city.
Judge Sean Cox has reportedly arranged the closed-door meeting to discuss the option of potentially dissolving the city of Highland Park, but apparently did not invite Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel.
"We had no idea that these proceedings were going on," said a lawyer for Sen. Bert Johnson.
A Highland Park man was reportedly shot and killed on his porch -- while his children and girlfriend were just feet away inside his home.
A heated meeting in Highland Park city council chambers Thursday evening centering around water bills.
Authorities say the former U.S. Army Ranger was shot multiple times after telling a man to leave the bar.
Two people are in custody in connection with the shooting of a police sergeant during a raid on a home in the Detroit enclave of Highland Park.
"This guy is a criminal...and unfortunately he got out and killed someone."
After being kicked out of the club, the gunmen allegedly waited outside and ambushed the officer at closing time.
Gov. Rick Snyder has awarded $8 million to eleven communities to fund improvement projects, including water system and street lighting enhancements and technology upgrades.
Ramirez Dewberry, 24, listened to testimony from his accuser, as the the victim carefully described what her attacker did to her in court on Friday.
Family and friends of 24-year-old Ramirez Dewberry packed 30th District Court where he made a brief appearance Tuesday.
Ramirez Dewberry, 24, is jailed without bond on first-degree criminal sexual conduct and other charges.
The man suspected of abducting and raping an 11-year-old girl who was on her way to school has been arrested. "It came down to a tip, that's how we caught this guy."
Search parties have been scouring Highland Park looking for the man since last week. Community leaders are also collecting donations to buy new clothing for all of the victim's siblings.
A door-to-door search is underway to find the person responsible for the abduction and sexual assault of an 11-year-old girl in Highland Park.
An electric utility worker is Michigan's 30th workplace death of 2026, the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration said.
The Monroe Public Safety Department and the Monroe County Sheriff's Office are warning residents about scam phone calls impersonating police.
Michigan faces a challenging season with six opponents in the preseason AP Top 25.
Michigan is reporting its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as EEE, since 2021.
Eligible soldiers must reenlist for a minimum of two years and up to six years.
Tuesday's Dearborn City Council meeting was not business as usual, with anti-Islam protesters gathering before and during the meeting.
Michigan is reporting its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as EEE, since 2021.
An electric utility worker is Michigan's 30th workplace death of 2026, the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration said.
The Monroe Public Safety Department and the Monroe County Sheriff's Office are warning residents about scam phone calls impersonating police.
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Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
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.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
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.
Eligible soldiers must reenlist for a minimum of two years and up to six years.
Tyrone Noling has spent 30 years on death row for the double murder of an elderly Ohio couple that he insists he didn't commit.
Tuesday's Dearborn City Council meeting was not business as usual, with anti-Islam protesters gathering before and during the meeting.
Democratic Sen. Elissa Slotkin has asked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to confirm that he won't send troops to polling places during the midterm elections.
Michigan's nine winning "I Voted" sticker designs for 2026 include a nap-ready cat, a nod to the sunken Edmund Fitzgerald, and a design built around the phrase "No, yeah."
Michigan is reporting its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as EEE, since 2021.
A second Metro Detroit library has reported detecting bedbugs, resulting in a temporary closure of the branch for treatment and cleaning.
Large bags and shopping carts are banned from the Royal Oak Public Library as staff attempt to prevent a bedbug resurgence.
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.
Michigan faces a challenging season with six opponents in the preseason AP Top 25.
Braxton Ashcraft allowed five hits over eight efficient innings, Oneil Cruz homered in his return from the injured list, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Detroit Tigers 4-1.
Kevin McGonigle hit a two-run homer, and the Detroit Tigers held off the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-5 on Monday night and moved into a three-way tie for the final AL wild-card spot.
LIV Golf is ending its season one tournament early.
Western Michigan's Dan Bartholomae has been hired as Michigan State's athletic director.
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.
A trial has begun in federal court in California, where nearly 30 states are suing Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, on accusations of intentionally designing a product that is addictive to youth. CBS News has this report.
Hundreds of people remain stranded in Hawaii after Hurricane Lala created catastrophic flooding. Here's a recap of the damage and what needs to be remediated.
Anti-Islam protesters gathered before and during the Dearborn city council meeting on Tuesday, which was moved to a larger location to accommodate the potential crowds. Here's a recap of the situation as of Wednesday morning.
President Trump has delayed a new round of tariffs on Canadian imports that was to take effect on Wednesday. Should they take effect, the auto industry is among those expected to be affected. CBS Detroit has this report.
Anti-Islam protesters and Dearborn community members attend the city council meeting. The new round of Canadian import tariffs is delayed. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.