Billboard Boasts: 'Macomb, Strong On Defense'
Macomb County Exec. Mark Hackel says they want to grow the existing defense industry business -- and they're using two highway billboards to help make it happen.
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Macomb County Exec. Mark Hackel says they want to grow the existing defense industry business -- and they're using two highway billboards to help make it happen.
The Macomb County Department of Planning & Economic Development has been awarded a grant by the Michigan Economic Development Corp. to launch a statewide strategy for support of existing defense companies and to also attract new defense business to the state.
County Executive Mark Hackel says that he wants Macomb known as a regional player.
Detroit's population loss slowed significantly last year, but the city still lost another 12,000 residents, according to the latest figures from the U.S. Census Bureau.
The pace of residential real estate sales in metro Detroit resumed its increase in April from year-ago levels, while prices continue to skyrocket, according to the Farmington Hills-based real estate information firm Realcomp II Ltd.
A new report from the Workforce Intelligence Network of Southeast Michigan finds that IT, health care, engineering, design and skilled trades positions are most in demand in the region's labor market.
Dane Slater finished with over 50% of the vote, beating out a field of 5 others, including former State representative Marty Knollenberg.
Police are hoping to talk to witnesses after a 24-year-old man was shot to death on a basketball court.
Officials say a 20 to 50 gallon oil spill in the Red Run River near Warren and Sterling Heights has been contained.
Police are confirming that there is some kind of oil spill in the area of 14 Mile and Hoover roads.
An ex-con is back behind bars after allegedly threatening some Macomb County kids.
A dog that's trained to detect explosives is expected to patrol a Macomb County running event as part of increased security following the Boston marathon bombings.
The Macomb County Circuit and Probate courts' normal phone and computer systems are operational, County Executive Mark A. Hackel's office announced Thursday afternoon.
Instead of months, the Old Macomb County Building that caught fire last week is now expected to remain closed for two years for needed repairs and improvements.
Senior citizens living in Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties are invited to enjoy a free day at the Detroit Zoo on Senior Day, Wednesday, April 24, 2013, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Macomb County authorities announced that due to last week's fire at the Old County Building, the Macomb County Circuit and Probate courts' phone and computer systems are still not operational. However, the court is open and anyone who has a notice to appear should do so.
The county's courts and other departments are back to pen-and-paper operations after a fire at the old county building wiped out the county's servers and phone system.
A 21-year-old Macomb County woman is recovering in the hospital after she was reportedly dragged and run over by an SUV.
The Old Macomb County administration building on North Main Street will be closed until further notice after a fire in the basement.
A Macomb County grandmother facing sentencing for the drowning of her grandson in a bathtub may get another trial.
Jonathon Elbers was foiled by police ... due, in part, to an Internet conversation the victim was having with a friend when she was attacked on April 5th.
A judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by five Macomb County residents against the Detroit Institute of Arts over admission fees to a special exhibition.
A convicted burglar has been sentenced to 20 to 48 years in prison in the 2011 rape and robbery of an 80-year-old woman at her metro Detroit apartment.
Keeping both Macomb residents and the environment safe is the focus of National Public Health Week activities in Macomb County.
A 10-member board has started work on coordinating public transportation in parts of southeastern Michigan.
A decision on a whim to buy a Michigan Lottery Ruby 7s instant lottery ticket led to a $1 million win for an Oakland County man.
A woman was injured during a shooting early Sunday in Ypsilanti, police said.
Police have not said what led to the shooting or whether the synagogue or Jewish community was targeted.
Michigan drivers are paying an average of $4.91 per gallon of regular unleaded gas, AAA says. Drivers were paying an average of $4.31 a week ago.
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
The woman, who police said was in her 30s, was stabbed multiple times, then ran to a nearby business and collapsed outside. She was taken to a hospital, where she died.
Michigan drivers are paying an average of $4.91 per gallon of regular unleaded gas, AAA says. Drivers were paying an average of $4.31 a week ago.
A decision on a whim to buy a Michigan Lottery Ruby 7s instant lottery ticket led to a $1 million win for an Oakland County man.
A woman was injured during a shooting early Sunday in Ypsilanti, police said.
Police have not said what led to the shooting or whether the synagogue or Jewish community was targeted.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The spike in prices has also sparked differing opinions among drivers about who's to blame.
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."
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27, a family spokesperson has confirmed.
If you're looking for sunshine in Metro Detroit, Friday is the day to seek it out.
Stevie Wonder's shows at the Fox Theatre sold out, with some tickets listed for thousands of dollars. That's raising questions about what Michigan's "Taylor Swift" ticket law actually protects fans from.
The list of 50 restaurants is made from a team of 16 scouters who travel the country and try food at all kinds of places, according to the NYT.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Regular runs $4.47, $4.69 and $4.99 at the Harper Avenue corner. Statewide, AAA has Michigan at $4.92 a gallon — 30 cents under the June 2022 record of $5.22.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists intercepted a first-in-nation batch of potentially destructive giant scale insects at Detroit Metro Airport.
Republicans are trying to win an open Senate seat race in Michigan, and nominee Mike Rogers is stepping up his appeals to some Democrats.
In 2019, Bunch became both the first historian and the first African American to serve as Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution. As he prepares to retire, he talks about the museums' mission to protect history, and give America a full picture of itself.
Betting platforms FanDuel and DraftKings say tools are there to help addicted gamblers slow down.
Thursday marks one year since Michigan Medicine ended gender-affirming care for young patients
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
The school immunization waiver rate climbed to 7.1% last year from 6.2% in 2024, the fifth straight year of decline and the highest exemption rate since 2010. Michigan is now outpacing the national average.
The standardbred-Friesian mare is currently undergoing treatment and is believed to be unvaccinated, according to state officials.
A new four-legged team member is already making an impact on students at Polk Elementary School in Dearborn Heights.
CJ Carr threw for 234 yards and ran for a touchdown, Nolan James Jr. rushed for 121 yards and a score, and No. 3 Notre Dame took control in the second half to beat Michigan State 27-10.
Betting platforms FanDuel and DraftKings say tools are there to help addicted gamblers slow down.
Bryce Underwood threw two touchdown passes and Savion Hiter had two rushing scores to help No. 19 Michigan pull away and beat UTEP 52-17.
Chicago dropped into second in the AL Central after it blew a six-run lead in an 11-8 loss to Detroit on Friday night.
The Detroit Pistons and Ausar Thompson have reached an agreement on a five-year contract extension worth $155 million, according to a person familiar with the situation.
At the top of the list is the open U.S. Senate contest between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers.
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 Walk for Alopecia, a fundraising event aimed at providing hope and community for those affected by alopecia areata, will take place Sept. 26 in Ann Arbor. Lindsey Deloye gives a preview of the event.
St. Matthew's and St. Joseph's Episcopal Church in Detroit is marking its 180th anniversary this year.
President Trump said Friday that he is banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, the latest move by his administration to target media outlets over their reporting. CBS News has this report.
Protests and a vigil took place after a federal immigration agent shot and wounded a man on Sunday in Austin, Texas. CBS News has this report.
A woman was fatally stabbed on Sunday in downtown Detroit. The city council is holding budget meetings. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.