Michigan State Police to educate commercial drivers about human trafficking signs
The goal of the week-long initiative is to educate people about the signs of human trafficking.
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The goal of the week-long initiative is to educate people about the signs of human trafficking.
Huazi Piao was charged as part of an investigation into the trafficking ring that began in two parts during the summer of 2024.
Melando Streety, 41, of Lowell, Massachusetts, is charged with sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion, and five counts of transporting a person to engage in prostitution.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced the arrest Friday of four people allegedly connected to an international human trafficking ring in Metro Detroit.
A Waterford man is facing seven felony charges in connection with trafficking two women out of Metro Detroit hotels and motels.
Police say they were first alerted to the situation with a 911 call from the Sonesta Suites in Southfield.
A Warren man was sentenced to seven to 40 years in prison for human trafficking a minor in 2017, according to the Michigan Attorney General's office.
Kevin Johnson, 31, of Detroit, is accused of human trafficking at least two victims for prostitution, according to the Madison Heights Police Department.
The Macomb County Sheriff's Office says 12 people were arrested Wednesday in connection with a human trafficking bust.
Six people were taken into custody by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and six others were arrested by the sheriff's office at about 7 a.m. Wednesday.
Two men, 48-year-old Ricky Edwards, Jr., and 60-year-old Paul Alan Dave, are now facing charges.
The event was held at the Bethel Baptist Church on Gratiot and featured a multitude of speakers.
Canadian police arrested 13 men, including one U.S. national at a hotel in Niagara Falls and charged them all with child sex trafficking offenses.
Two Detroit men were bound over to Macomb County Circuit Court on Jan. 26 for human trafficking, the prosecutor's office announced Monday.
Macomb County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham said a year-long investigation discovered a human trafficking ring.
Detectives issued nine search warrants across Metro Detroit for an alleged prostitution and human trafficking investigation, the Macomb County Sheriff's Office announced Friday.
Two men are charged in connection with a human trafficking investigation, according to Michigan State Police.
Michigan State police took 18 people into custody after raiding three homes in Detroit.
Michigan State Police say a human trafficking investigation led to the detainment of 18 people at three Detroit homes.
A Toledo, Ohio, man is facing multiple charges after Michigan State Police find two teens believed to have been trafficked.
Human trafficking arrests were made, and survivors were located after a month-long investigation in Macomb County.
A Michigan organization is working in Nepal to protect children vulnerable to discrimination and abuse.
A Livingston County man is facing multiple charges, including human trafficking, after he exploited a woman online and held her captive for over five years before she escaped in 2020.
Local police noted in January that people involved in human smuggling had attempted to utilize shorelines along the St. Lawrence River in the area.
With National Human Trafficking Prevention Month coming to a close, many health care providers are learning to educate one another when it comes to spotting the signs of a trafficked individual.
The Allen Park Police Department in Michigan has shared information about a missing person who was last seen early Thursday.
Two police officers in Highland Park, Michigan, were injured in a crash involving two of the city's own patrol cars, the Michigan State Police said Sunday morning.
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the Milano Cortina Games, is in stable condition after her crash.
The Detroit Police Department is seeking the public's help in finding a 52-year-old woman who went missing on Thursday.
Barbecue lovers are trying to save an iconic Detroit business in danger of closing for good on Sunday.
Barbecue lovers are trying to save an iconic Detroit business in danger of closing for good on Sunday.
Two police officers in Highland Park, Michigan, were injured in a crash involving two of the city's own patrol cars, the Michigan State Police said Sunday morning.
Fire Chief Joseph Murray says they were in contact with the driver and are not aware of any injuries.
The Allen Park Police Department in Michigan has shared information about a missing person who was last seen early Thursday.
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the Milano Cortina Games, is in stable condition after her crash.
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
Lead singer and frontman Dee Snider said he suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the Milano Cortina Games, is in stable condition after her crash.
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
Legionella testing at Oakland County government facilities has detected the bacteria in the water systems of two additional buildings.
When the temperatures plummet, and the snow starts piling up, most of us have the same instinct: retreat indoors, crank up the heat, and get cozy.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan has started to offer vasectomy services in Grand Rapids, with plans to expand the procedure across the state.
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the Milano Cortina Games, is in stable condition after her crash.
Terrance Gore, a former outfielder and three-time World Series champion known for his blazing speed on the base paths, has died at 34 years old, according to Major League Baseball officials.
Ryan's father led the Jets from 2009-14, including back-to-back appearances in the AFC Championship Game.
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
Detroit Pistons President of Basketball Operations Trajan Langdon said he took some calls ahead of the NBA trade deadline on Thursday. CBS News Detroit's Rachel Hopmayer reports on the only move the team made and why the organization has confidence in their core players.
Another cold night before warmer air moves in
Investigators were back at the home of Nancy Guthrie on Friday, nearly a week after she went missing. They were seen taking a closer look at the roof of her house and at a car in Tucson, Arizona. Andres Gutierrez shares details about the ongoing search for the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie.
Parks Old Style Bar-B-Q in Detroit's North End neighborhood is in danger of closing after 60 years of business. Veronica Ortega spoke to people who lined up outside in cold conditions to give patronage to the business.
Hundreds of students stepped into the spotlight at Cass Technical High School on Saturday for the Detroit Public Schools Community District Spelling Bee. Teachers say the competition is about more than just spelling.