Michigan Man Serving 25 Years For Marijuana Conviction Is Freed
A Michigan man who spent more than two decades in prison on a marijuana conviction is now a free man after Gov. Whitmer commuted his sentence.
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A Michigan man who spent more than two decades in prison on a marijuana conviction is now a free man after Gov. Whitmer commuted his sentence.
On this week's Michigan Matters, bringing back film incentives, an update on recreational marijuana sales and movie theatres during this pandemic, with three guests at the forefront of these topics
In November, the the Detroit City Council passed the Medical Marijuana Facilities and Adult-Use Marijuana Establishments ordinance. Here are the key dates for Detroiters wanting to start a marijuana business.
Officers found more than 1,114 pounds (505 kilograms) of marijuana in vacuum-sealed packages concealed in cardboard boxes.
There are new regulations for marijuana licensees to follow in accordance with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's executive orders according to the Marijuana Regulatory Agency. Here's what you need to know.
The Detroit City Council voted Tuesday on the temporary opt-out ordinance for adult-use marijuana.
Surveys of marijuana users show they do indeed rely on the drug for better sleep.
There are now 27 active adult-use licenses in the state as of Jan. 7. Here's a list.
The agency overseeing Michigan's marijuana business said Tuesday that it was recalling vaping products containing an additive that health officials have linked to injuries and deaths.
Recreational marijuana sales totaled about $1.6 million in the inaugural week of business at the first retail shops in Michigan.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer stopped by CBS 62 to appear on Michigan Matters to talk about her first year in office and the opportunities and challenges ahead for her and the state she leads.
Marijuana sales totaled more than $200,000 on the first day of business at a handful of Michigan shops.
It's been a year since voters in the Great Lakes State approved sale of recreational marijuana to adults, leaders at the forefront of the change are on CBS 62's "Michigan Matters" with Senior Producer/Host Carol Cain to provide an update.
The state of Michigan is opening the door to the sale of marijuana for recreational use starting in December, which is earlier than expected.
Marijuana use among young adults, especially college students, has been steadily increasing, and the numbers are pretty high, according to a new report.
The state of Michigan is lowering or eliminating fees assessed on people who register to use marijuana for medical reasons.
Michigan is now accepting applications from businesses wanting to get into the marijuana industry in the wake of voters' legalization of the drug for adult recreational use.
Tucked away in the quiet English countryside on more than 47 acres, GW Pharmaceuticals is doing something no other drug company can do: produce the only cannabis-based medication ever approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.
For more than 50 years, if a scientist wanted to conduct a clinical trial using cannabis and needed to obtain the drug, the University of Mississippi has been the only game in town.
Police are investigating to find out what led to a possible Royal Oak Township shooting Wednesday night.
Emergency rules were released Wednesday by the agency that regulates the selling and growing of marijuana in Michigan to clarify the requirements for businesses that plan to sell pot to adults 21 and older.
Michigan lawmakers are intervening in a long-running legal dispute over unlicensed medical marijuana shops, pushing to enact a firm deadline by which the businesses must close or risk their ability to get a license.
Michigan is launching a pilot program to aid farmers and processors interested in growing industrial hemp during the 2019 planting season.
To anyone who figured the path of legalizing recreational marijuana use ran along blue state-red state lines, a sudden setback for pot advocates in New Jersey may show the issue isn't so black-and-white.
State officials are looking for participants to take part in workgroups that will help shape policies and regulation of marijuana.
Faith and a little bit of luck left one teenager thankful after a violent crash earlier this week caused her car to split in half.
Kyle Isbel hit a walk-off single in the ninth after his run-scoring hit fueled a two-run, eighth-inning rally and also made two excellent catches that likely saved a run, helping the Kansas City Royals beat the Detroit Tigers 4-3 for their sixth win in eight games.
Over the past few weeks, there has been a lot of controversy over the Oakland County Sheriff's Office using drones; however, Sheriff Mike Bouchard tells CBS Detroit that a terrifying scene outside of a domestic violence center might not have been resolved if it weren't for the technology.
A Canton Township, Michigan, woman is charged after authorities say she allegedly stole jewelry from someone for whom she was pet sitting.
Two people are facing charges after a 64-year-old man was attacked by three dogs while jogging earlier this year in Plymouth Township.
Faith and a little bit of luck left one teenager thankful after a violent crash earlier this week caused her car to split in half.
Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard says a terrifying scene outside of a domestic violence center might not have been resolved if it weren't for drones.
The main window for weather activity looks to open during the mid-to-late afternoon and persist through the evening hours.
According to the WARN notice from Fifth Third Bank, the layoffs are expected to happen between July 1 and November 2026 and will be permanent.
The city says they're now the ones testing this material before it ever leaves the source.
Michigan's average diesel price on Sunday is $6 — the highest ever recorded by the American Automobile Association.
Ford Motor Company is recalling over 179,000 vehicles due to a front seat issue that can increase the risk of injury in a crash, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said.
A vote by UAW Local 2093 members will be on May 11. The UAW says that if approved, workers could walk out of the Three Rivers facility starting on May 31.
The organization says its executive committee will oversee operations and lead the search for the next leader, under the leadership of DADA president Katie Coleman and Auto Show chairman Lincoln Phillip.
General Motors has announced production investments at its sites in Romulus, Saginaw and Toledo.
With summer not far behind, the city of Detroit is preparing for the highly anticipated 2026 Ford Fireworks next month.
Motown may be Detroit's most famous sound, but it's far from the only one.
Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate Paul Stanley.
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
Restaurants are being considered for the new Michelin Guide American Great Lakes Edition, set to be revealed in 2027.
Kyle Isbel hit a walk-off single in the ninth after his run-scoring hit fueled a two-run, eighth-inning rally and also made two excellent catches that likely saved a run, helping the Kansas City Royals beat the Detroit Tigers 4-3 for their sixth win in eight games.
Trial jurors said they couldn't agree on the more serious charge of murder, prompting the judge to declare a mistrial on that count.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Hiring once again exceeded forecasts, with employers adding far more than the projected gains of 65,000.
A system that thousands of schools and universities use was offline due to a cyberattack.
Perfect Pair was founded by a University of Michigan student in 2020 to curb social isolation during the pandemic.
The insurance company's contract with the healthcare system ends on June 30, and negotiations for a new one have been unsuccessful so far.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
The largest U.S. health insurer said it will eliminate approval requirements for some treatments, including select outpatient surgeries and other procedures.
Kyle Isbel hit a walk-off single in the ninth after his run-scoring hit fueled a two-run, eighth-inning rally and also made two excellent catches that likely saved a run, helping the Kansas City Royals beat the Detroit Tigers 4-3 for their sixth win in eight games.
Cade Cunningham had 25 points and 10 assists, Tobias Harris scored 21 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 107-97 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in their second-round series.
Pat Caputo, a longtime Detroit sports columnist whose work extends to newspapers, TV and radio, died on Thursday after a battle with cancer, his family shared on social media.
The Detroit Tigers' Triple-A manager says he was fired this week after sending an "inappropriate" text message to a female colleague.
After being overlooked for much of his career, Daniss Jenkins has played himself into a key role with the Detroit Pistons.
The roundtable discusses the impact of rising gas prices and friction at the federal level with Canada and the U.S., and how it affects tourism.
Life Directions has been helping guide and mentor young people in Detroit.
Robert Costa, the award-winning national correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning and chief Washington analyst for CBS News, talks about Michigan's role in this critical midterm election.
Diallo Smith, CEO of Detroit nonprofit Life Remodeled, talks about its new opportunity hub on the east side of Detroit called Anchor Detroit.
It's a look at the critical relationship between Canada, Michigan and the U.S. on this week's Michigan Matters.
Tensions remain high in the Strait of Hormuz as the U.S. and Iran continue to exchange fire.
A Sterling Heights, Michigan, woman says she's lucky to be alive after a violent crash caused her car to split in two.
Over the past few weeks, there has been a lot of controversy over the Oakland County Sheriff's Office using drones; however, Sheriff Mike Bouchard tells CBS Detroit that a terrifying scene outside of a domestic violence center might not have been resolved if it weren't for the technology.
Tension was high at the Taylor City Council meeting on Tuesday after a woman scolded the mayor and city officials for agreeing to work with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
According to the Detroit Fire Department, authorities received a tip from someone who saw the incident on the news and recognized the suspect. Details on the arrest were not immediately released.