Michigan House passes updated distracted driving bills
If passed by the state Senate and signed by the governor, using things like social media, streaming sites and Zoom calls while driving could land you a ticket.
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If passed by the state Senate and signed by the governor, using things like social media, streaming sites and Zoom calls while driving could land you a ticket.
The proposal is a total of $343 million that would go to school districts based on the number of students for school safety.
State lawmakers are looking to make key changes to Michigan's laws on sexual assault. The bills are in response to the scandal involving former Michigan State University doctor Larry Nassar the former doctor convicted of sexually assaulting his patients.
In campaign 2024, Democrats are looking to find a successor for one of their top House candidates as they try to retake the majority in the House.
Police say there is no credible threat to the public following a bomb threat that caused a lockdown at Sparrow Hospital Monday morning.
On Friday, Michigan became the first state in decades to repeal a right-to-work law that allowed workers to opt out of paying union dues and fees. The change goes into effect 90 days after the current legislative session ends.
The repeal wouldn't impact jobs in the public sector like police, fire and public school teachers.
Michigan House Bill 4235 aims to give union workers a tax benefit that was taken away in 2017.
More than one hundred people joined former congresswoman Gabby Giffords for a gun safety rally outside of the state capitol in Lansing on Wednesday.
Michigan's Democratic-led Legislature moved Wednesday to repeal the state's "right-to-work" law that was passed more than a decade ago when Republicans controlled the Statehouse.
Committee hearings for Michigan gun reform bills will be heard this week. The bills were proposed three days after the mass shooting at Michigan State University that left three students dead.
The university is planning for classes to resume on Monday, but students feel it's too soon as they continue to mourn.
Lansing Public Schools, Okemos Public Schools, Webberville Community Schools, East Lansing Public Schools and Haslett Public Schools announced they canceled classes on their district websites and social media pages.
Lawmakers and the family of Ethan Belcher continue their fight for justice. On Thursday, a press conference was held at the state capitol in Lansing with talks of a proposed bill targeting Child Protective Services.
Michigan state government is awash in tax dollars.
Detroit placed among the top ten cities for bed bugs, falling two spots from last year's report. Flint, Grand Rapids and Lansing also ranked on the list.
One man is dead after he was shot and killed during an officer-involved shooting in Lansing on Thursday.
A police dashcam video captured a vehicle rolling over multiple times in Lansing last month.
A bill introduced in the Michigan Senate would increase the state's minimum wage, while also stopping a drastic increase to wages earned by tipped workers.
Criminal charges have been filed against a 70-year-old priest accused of bilking several priests out of hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Officials say a Lansing man who was shot by police after driving a stolen vehicle and pointing a gun at officers has pleaded guilty.
The Michigan State Senate said cheers to a bill that would permanently allow cocktails-to-go
Michigan's Senate Democrats ushered in a new era of leadership Thursday, selecting Grand Rapids state Sen. Winnie Brinks as the chamber's first female majority leader after midterm victories that are expected to give the party full control for the first time since 1983.
The first of three proposals on the ballot in Michigan could change term limits for lawmakers and require them to disclose certain details about their finances.
The Diocese of Lansing released video footage of three people vandalizing the Church of the Resurrection with spray-painted pro-choice graffiti.
A Detroit grandmother dedicated to honoring her daughter's memory needs the public's help. After starting a transportation business to support her family, her vehicle is breaking down and she needs a new one to continue the service.
Grammy Award-winning rapper and recording artist Ludacris won't be performing at the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City, Michigan, after initially being billed for the event due to an "unforeseen scheduling conflict," according to organizers.
The Michigan State Police are investigating after a Southgate officer fatally shot a male with a "sharp instrument" at a Meijer store on Saturday, according to law enforcement.
An individual is in the hospital after the motorcycle they were operating crashed into the back of a vehicle in Livonia, Michigan, on Saturday afternoon.
Anthony Cohen has spent his life bringing attention to the Underground Railroad, secret routes once used by enslaved people seeking freedom.
The Michigan State Police are investigating after a Southgate officer fatally shot a male with a "sharp instrument" at a Meijer store on Saturday, according to law enforcement.
Two Flint Township, Michigan, parents, are facing several charges, including second-degree murder, in the death of their 7-year-old son, who was 255 pounds and abused and neglected, according to the Genesee County prosecutor.
Spot Lite Detroit and UFO Bar, two spots in the Motor City known for their nightlife, are set to permanently close, managers of the establishments said.
A bill passed unanimously by the Michigan House would allow minors to sell lemonade and other nonalcoholic drinks on private property without the permits and fees some local health departments currently require.
A Detroit grandmother dedicated to honoring her daughter's memory needs the public's help. After starting a transportation business to support her family, her vehicle is breaking down and she needs a new one to continue the service.
The Pontiac Star Car Reunion at the Oakland Expo Center features a wide range of vehicles.
President Trump says major automakers Ford and General Motors are in talks with defense contractors about possibly repurposing some plants for weapons production.
According to AAA, the average cost of gas statewide sits at $4.07.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
The United Auto Workers announced on Wednesday a tentative agreement with American Axle in Three Rivers, Michigan, ending a 10-day strike.
Grammy Award-winning rapper and recording artist Ludacris won't be performing at the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City, Michigan, after initially being billed for the event due to an "unforeseen scheduling conflict," according to organizers.
National Detroit-style Pizza Day is June 23, a date tied to a dish that traces its roots to a Detroit neighborhood bar and a Sicilian family recipe from 1946.
Crews have been preparing all morning, getting everything ready for the show just after 10 p.m.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Claude Guillemot and a flight instructor were flying in a twin-motor Cessna 421 on Friday evening. An investigation into the crash is underway.
Anthony Cohen has spent his life bringing attention to the Underground Railroad, secret routes once used by enslaved people seeking freedom.
President Trump on Saturday said he has nominated Lance Schroyer to be the next director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Keider Montero and Emmanuel De Jesus combined for a five-hitter while both Venezuelans wore hats embroidered with "VZ" after this week's earthquakes, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Houston Astros 8-0 on Friday night.
Michigan State Police said law enforcement and Child Protective Services confirmed a report against Pete Buttigieg was unsubstantiated and false.
Countries that tax U.S. companies offering digital products and services would immediately face a 100% tariff on their exports to the U.S., President Trump said.
A Detroit grandmother dedicated to honoring her daughter's memory needs the public's help. After starting a transportation business to support her family, her vehicle is breaking down and she needs a new one to continue the service.
State officials have taken over the investigation into one death and hospitalizations among patients who received dialysis treatment in Southeast Michigan.
Five of the twelve organizations receiving these opioid settlement funded grants are located in Southeast Michigan.
The death of one dialysis patient and hospital treatment for five others are under scrutiny in the Novi area.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer named a new acting director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services ahead of current Director Elizabeth Hertel's departure.
Isaac Paredes hit a two-run double in the eighth inning and the Houston Astros spoiled their former manager's opportunity at a milestone victory by rallying for an 8-6 win over the Detroit Tigers.
Keider Montero and Emmanuel De Jesus combined for a five-hitter while both Venezuelans wore hats embroidered with "VZ" after this week's earthquakes, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Houston Astros 8-0 on Friday night.
Five-time Olympian Hilary Knight signed a two-year contract extension with her new PWHL expansion team in Detroit, securing her through the 2028-29 season.
Tatsuya Imai struck out 10 in six scoreless innings and Taylor Trammell homered to lead the Houston Astros to a 2-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Thursday night.
No foul was initially called after Alyssa Thomas' fist made contact with Caitlin Clark's throat during a game between the Phoenix Mercury and Indiana Fever on Wednesday.
Mark Hollis, COO of Rocket Entertainment and tournament director of the PGA Tour's Rocket Classic, appears on Michigan Matters.
Former U.S. Energy Secretary and Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm appears exclusively on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
We're in the throes of the 100 most dangerous driving days of the year as more folks take to the road for vacations.
Four leaders appear in one-on-one conversations on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday to discuss their political futures and the road ahead in the 2026 midterms.
Bob Riney, president and CEO of Henry Ford Health, headlines Michigan Matters this Sunday, along with three other community champions who discuss important issues dissected at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
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A Detroit grandmother who built a transportation business to support her family and honor her daughter's memory is facing a setback. She says the car she uses is breaking down and needs reliable transportation to keep helping others. Our Veronica Ortega introduces Lawanda Williams.
Michigan State Police troopers are investigating after a Southgate police officer shot a man with a "sharp instrument" at a Meijer on Saturday, according to law enforcement. CBS News Detroit's Julia Avant was at the scene.
Spot Lite Detroit and UFO Bar, two well-known businesses in the Motor City, are set to permanently close, managers of the establishments said.
Two Flint Township parents are each charged with second-degree murder, torture and three counts of child abuse in the death of their 7-year-old son. They're accused of neglecting the child, who weighed 255 pounds, according to prosecutors.