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A red flag was flying at the beach, warning people of dangerous swimming conditions.
Several eyewitnesses spotted a large waterspout -- or tornado over the water -- on the state's West coast.
Officials say it's one of the best-preserved wrecks in the Great Lakes.
The first boats have finished the annual sailboat race from Chicago's Navy Pier to northern Michigan's Mackinac Island.
Most every popular destination in America shares something in common — a waterfront setting.
For the second consecutive winter, bitter weather threatens to turn the surface of the Great Lakes into a vast, frozen plain.
There's also a chance that fibers are in drinking water piped from the lakes, scientists said.
About 2,000 gallons is believed to have leaked from an oil cooling system on one of the two turbines at the Donald C. Cook Nuclear Plant in Lake Township near Bridgman.
Authorities in southwestern Michigan say they're trying to identify a body that washed up on the shore of Lake Michigan.
Strong winds blew tree trunks, branches, tires, wooden pallets, ladders and other items across beaches in Michigan and Indiana.
Many know Chicago is known as "the Windy City" and Wrigley Field is one of America's oldest baseball stadiums, but there are a lot of other things about this great city that are not widely known.
The bone had three teeth attached and two had fillings, police said.
Water levels in Lakes Michigan, Huron and Superior are at least a foot higher than they were a year ago.
A woman on a boat that capsized miles from Chicago's shoreline died after being pulled from Lake Michigan.
The frozen body of a man found on a remote Lake Michigan beach has been identified as a missing Wisconsin resident.
British Petroleum refinery in Whiting, Indiana released 500 gallons of crude Monday night after a leak went undetected.
At one point last week, the ice cover reached 92.2 percent for the entire five-lake system.
Three U.S. senators have asked a federal agency to check on the safety of an oil pipeline that runs beneath Great Lakes waters.
The Nature Conservancy says it has bought most of an uninhabited Lake Michigan island that provides a crucial stopover spot for migratory birds.
Hospital technicians have taken X-rays of a wooden beam that could be part of the Griffin, a ship commanded by the French explorer La Salle.
The 24-year-old man was visiting Leelanau County with friends when he drowned.
A presentation about "next generation offshore wind turbine technology" will take place Thursday, Aug. 15 at Grand Valley State University's Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center.
A strange substance discovered last month just off the southern shore of Lake Michigan in Indiana has beach-goers and scientists alike wondering how it found itself in the water.
A young woman and two brothers have finished a planned 80-mile paddle board crossing of Lake Michigan from Wisconsin to Michigan.
Two brothers and a friend are planning a more than 80-mile crossing of Lake Michigan by sharing time on a paddle board.
A suspect is in custody after the Michigan State Police investigated an Aug. 25 shooting on the Southfield Freeway.
A body recovered in the Michigan waters of Lake St. Clair is that of a boater who fell overboard Saturday, the U.S. Coast Guard says.
Forty-seven AP voters removed Michigan from their ballots entirely after the Wolverines barely survived Western Michigan in a game that ended with a disputed clock ruling and a Hail Mary.
Republicans are fighting to hold onto their majority in the Senate, where the GOP currently controls 53 seats. To take control, Democrats would need to net four seats in November's election.
Scattered power outages on Wednesday led to some school closures in Oakland County.
The debate around the use of Flock cameras continues to spread throughout Southeast Michigan.
The tariffs come in response to tariffs imposed by the Trump administration last month.
The average cost of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in Michigan was $4.02 on Tuesday – and $4.22 on Wednesday, AAA says.
A suspect is in custody after the Michigan State Police investigated an Aug. 25 shooting on the Southfield Freeway.
A body recovered in the Michigan waters of Lake St. Clair is that of a boater who fell overboard Saturday, the U.S. Coast Guard says.
A Ford contract employee was taken to a hospital following an incident on Monday morning at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan.
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.
The Romeo Peach Festival, which one visitor described as a celebration of "peach everything!" wrapped up on Monday. Here's a look at the food and activities.
Bruce Campbell, an actor and filmmaker widely known for his work in "The Evil Dead" franchise, says his cancer prognosis indicates he has about five years to live.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
For decades, the Farmington Civic Theatre has often been recognized as a community staple, but since the Covid-19 pandemic, management says attendance has dropped significantly.
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids will open its corn maze season on Sept. 1 with a Dolly Parton theme.
Forty-seven AP voters removed Michigan from their ballots entirely after the Wolverines barely survived Western Michigan in a game that ended with a disputed clock ruling and a Hail Mary.
Republicans are fighting to hold onto their majority in the Senate, where the GOP currently controls 53 seats. To take control, Democrats would need to net four seats in November's election.
The Transportation Security Administration has launched a new program at 13 airports, allowing eligible TSA PreCheck members without plane tickets to pass through security and enter the gates.
Patrick Anderson, who survived the attack, hopes local memorials will help people recognize and reflect on one of America's darkest days.
The tariffs come in response to tariffs imposed by the Trump administration last month.
State health officials said the mosquito-borne illness was found in an 18-month-old quarter horse filly.
Trinity Health Corp. expects to permanently lay off 557 workers in Wayne County as part of a restructuring effort.
Detroit's chief public health officer, Ali Abazeed, confirmed in a press conference following Thursday's severe weather that the first human case of West Nile virus has been recorded.
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
A mosquito species that is new to Michigan is recognizable by its black-and-white striped body. Unlike most mosquitoes, it is active and bites during the day.
Forty-seven AP voters removed Michigan from their ballots entirely after the Wolverines barely survived Western Michigan in a game that ended with a disputed clock ruling and a Hail Mary.
Kody Clemens hit a two-run homer against his former team, helping the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 3-2.
The MAC cited what it believes to be an "extraordinary" circumstance in appealing the outcome of the Michigan-Western Michigan game.
The Mid-American Conference has appealed the outcome of the Michigan-Western Michigan game, asking the NCAA and College Football Playoff administrators to recognize the Broncos as the actual winner.
Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham says Bryce Underwood has to improve to keep his job as starting quarterback.
The Detroit Regional Partnership, which has been around for six years, has been a significant catalyst, helping bring numerous jobs and companies to the region.
The roundtable talks politics, civility and issues that will resonate this fall in various elections.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
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.
A body was recovered on Wednesday in the Michigan waters of Lake St. Clair, as authorities searched for a man who went overboard on Saturday.
The National Transportation Safety Board is continuing its investigation into a cargo plane crash at Miami International Airport. CBS News has this report.
St. Clair Shores residents are seeking an end to the use of Flock cameras. A Westland man is charged after the fatal shooting of his girlfriend. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.
Happy Hump Day Fam! Cloudy, high 83 with showers and thunderstorms today. This afternoon a few thunderstorms could produce heavy rain and gusty winds of 35-45 mph as a slow moving cold front moves through the area. Marginal Risk for severe weather for Lenawee and Monroe counties (1 of 5). Dry weather with near-normal, pleasant temperatures returns for Thursday and Friday.
Scattered rain showers are likely throughout the day on Wednesday while temperatures remain mild.