No cars, famous fudge and centuries of history define Mackinac Island
As America celebrates its 250th birthday, Mackinac Island remains one of Michigan's most recognizable destinations.
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As America celebrates its 250th birthday, Mackinac Island remains one of Michigan's most recognizable destinations.
As America approaches its 250th birthday, Mackinac Island remains one of Michigan’s most recognizable destinations, drawing visitors with its history, natural beauty and one-of-a-kind way of life.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a law giving Mackinac Island voters the chance to expand city council oversight to cover ferry add-on fees, including parking, baggage, and priority boarding.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has signed a bill into law that will allow Mackinac Island voters to decide on whether city council should have greater authority on ferry fares to the island.
A process has started that intends to place more oversight for ferry costs to Mackinac Island within that Michigan city council's authority.
City officials on Mackinac Island have banned the use of e-bicycles in their community, with the exception of those who need one because of a mobility disability.
Lingering ice has delayed the start of summer ferry service to Mackinac Island from Arnold Transit and Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry.
The U.S. Coast Guard will start ice-breaking operations Tuesday in the area between St. Ignace and Mackinac Island.
"Conditions were worse than a whiteout (if that's possible)," Mackinac Island's fire chief said about Sunday's rescue of a snowmobiler.
In a cease and desist notice to MTVRS, LLC, Dana Nessel accuses the company of violating the Michigan Consumer Protection Act.
Mackinac Island Fire Department's ladder truck crew was able to reach and rescue a man who was barely hanging on at the cliffs.
Competition boats will leave the Black River in Port Huron Saturday morning for the Bayview Mackinac Race.
Fudge has been made in the tourist town of Mackinac Island, Michigan, for over 150 years. Here's an introduction to the history and varieties one will find from local businesses ahead of National Fudge Day 2025, which is June 16.
The Mackinac Policy Conference brings political and business leaders together for discussions on political and economic issues.
Mackinac Island Fire Chief Jason St. Onge said the man "went over a cliff" near Arch Rock and was stuck.
Two Michigan towns are on the ballot for Best Historic Small Town in the USA Today Reader's Choice 2025 honors.
Mackinac Island is in the running to be named the best place to visit in the U.S. during the fall.
The search and recovery team that found a crash victim and airplane lost 17 years ago in Michigan's Lake Huron said it's hoping to help even more people find their lost loved ones.
Searchers have discovered a small plane that crashed in Michigan's Lake Huron 17 years ago as well as the long-missing remains of a passenger.
Police believe the woman was traveling westbound on a bicycle when she collided with a carriage traveling eastbound.
The Coast Guard says all five people and the dog were rescued within 20 minutes of receiving the initial report.
This year's agenda for the conference includes a focus on economic development, education and infrastructure.
An employee dormitory on Mackinac Island was evacuated Wednesday night after an e-bike battery caused a fire.
The Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island is selling its iconic rocking chairs that are featured on its front porch.
Kristina Karamo – a former community college professor with limited political experience – became the head of the state party in February after pushing far-right election conspiracy theories and promising to end the party's reliance on traditional wealthy donors.
A West Bloomfield, Michigan, man is accused of helping to raise millions of dollars from investors for a proposed sports complex that he made little effort to pursue, instead using the funds for personal and lifestyle expenses, according to the Justice Department.
The unemployment rate in Michigan fell to 5% in June from 5.1% in May, according to data released Thursday by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget.
One person is dead after a four-vehicle "chain-reaction" crash on Interstate 94 in Detroit on Saturday night, according to the Michigan State Police.
White House border czar Tom Homan said "I think body cameras are the way to go" after fatal shootings by federal immigration officers in Texas and Maine earlier this month.
Tarik Skubal pitched seven dominant innings, Spencer Torkelson homered twice and drove in four runs, and the Detroit Tigers cruised to a 7-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has issued a statewide air quality alert for Sunday due to wildfire smoke forecast to move through the state.
One person is dead after a four-vehicle "chain-reaction" crash on Interstate 94 in Detroit on Saturday night, according to the Michigan State Police.
Dozens of motorcycle riders and representatives from various police departments lined up on a Plymouth Township road Saturday ahead of a memorial ride honoring Melvindale Police Department Corporal Mohamed Said, who was killed in the line of duty in 2024.
A man is dead and two other men were hospitalized after a vessel they were aboard ran aground in Lake Erie near Ohio's Starve Island on Saturday.
A West Bloomfield, Michigan, man is accused of helping to raise millions of dollars from investors for a proposed sports complex that he made little effort to pursue, instead using the funds for personal and lifestyle expenses, according to the Justice Department.
Many newer vehicles are equipped with high-efficiency cabin air filters capable of capturing a significant amount of fine particulate matter.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
As the United States marks its 250th birthday, Ford Motor Company is showcasing more than a century of automotive history in a new exhibit that explores the company's role in shaping America.
The Detroit Auto Show has spent more than a century evolving alongside the auto industry. It has grown from a small, local exhibition into one of the world's premier automotive events.
The Pontiac Star Car Reunion at the Oakland Expo Center features a wide range of vehicles.
Behind every video is a true family effort.
Concerns surrounding air quality are prompting event organizers across Metro Detroit to make adjustments to their festivities or cancel altogether.
The few who aren't open for business on Thursday say it's out of concern for their employees' health and to protect their art.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
White House border czar Tom Homan said "I think body cameras are the way to go" after fatal shootings by federal immigration officers in Texas and Maine earlier this month.
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate have been arrested by federal authorities Saturday in Miami.
U.S. forces launched a new round of airstrikes against Iran Saturday evening at the direction of President Trump following the deaths of two U.S. service members.
It was the highest-scoring World Cup game since Hungary beat El Salvador 10-1 in 1982.
The Justice Department determined this week a federal law banning TikTok from government devices no longer applies to the social video app.
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has issued a statewide air quality alert for Sunday due to wildfire smoke forecast to move through the state.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Michigan's cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to 5,002 cases, with 102 hospitalizations reported, as federal investigators look into a lettuce supplier linked to Taco Bell locations in five states.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak numbers jumped by more than 500 reports in the past 24 hours.
Tarik Skubal pitched seven dominant innings, Spencer Torkelson homered twice and drove in four runs, and the Detroit Tigers cruised to a 7-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
It was the highest-scoring World Cup game since Hungary beat El Salvador 10-1 in 1982.
British runner Josh Kerr ran the mile in 3 minutes, 42.66 seconds on Saturday, breaking a record that has stood since 1999.
It will be the first meeting between President Trump and Sheinbaum since December after months of verbal sparring. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is also expected to attend.
The groundbreaking comes just days after the club announced the largest single investment in club history.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
Former NBA All-Star/entrepreneur Jalen Rose, DTE's Trevor Lauer and Oakland University president Ora Hirsch Pescovitz headline an all-star Michigan Matters episode.
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.
Expect patchy smoke with some hazy sunshine and cooler temps
A community came together on Saturday to honor the life and legacy of Melvindale Police Department Corporal Mohamed Said. In 2024, he was killed in the line of duty. Veronica Ortega shares how his legacy is being carried on through law enforcement and motorcyclists.
A woman arrested Friday in connection with a shooting on Interstate 94 in Detroit was arraigned on Saturday in a separate 2022 assault. CBS News Detroit’s Julia Avant listened to the court hearing.
Vendor tents at the Blake Farms Lavender Festival in Armada were in disarray Saturday afternoon after a strong storm moved through the event.
Doctors say the fine particles in wildfire smoke can cause immediate breathing problems and eye irritation, while repeated exposure may increase the risk of permanent lung damage and lung cancer. Dr. Abeer Berry, a cardiologist with Huron Valley Hospital, details how people with an underlying heart disease could also be impacted by the smoke.