Man Hurt, Dog Dies In Explosion At Marijuana Storage Unit
The explosion was felt at the state police post, about six miles away.
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The explosion was felt at the state police post, about six miles away.
Harry Brink was also ordered to pay a $50,000 fine and $788,000 in restitution.
Federal prosecutors claim 45-year-old Harry Brink's growing operation was a money-making venture that had its own employees, and not the medical marijuana facility that he tried to depict.
People fired in Michigan for using medical marijuana can collect unemployment benefits after the state Supreme Court turned down appeals in two cases.
Janeé Ayers called it "the Gremlin effect": They're multiplying quickly and seem to be everywhere.
A lawsuit against the city of Warren seeks up to $5 million in damages on behalf of 23 state-approved medical-marijuana users.
"We need to get an ordinance passed because right now, we have no ability to enforce anything," said Mayor Mike Duggan.
The ordinance would require licensing for the dispensaries and say where they can be located in relation to parks, schools, churches and adult entertainment.
For the first time in decades, marijuana use is more popular than cigarettes on college campuses across the United States.
More than 200 marijuana plants have been uprooted in Milan after a search by police from the sky.
Michigan would become the first state to allow medical marijuana for children with severe autism if a senior official follows the recommendation made Friday by an advisory panel.
Supporters say oil extracted from marijuana has been effective in controlling severe physical behavior by kids with autism.
A woman and two young men are facing felony charges after being accused of running an illegal marijuana dispensary in Canton.
Officers found several loaded guns, 15 pounds of processed marijuana, drug paraphernalia and more than $6,000 in cash inside the adjoining home.
Both children were lethargic, vomiting and experiencing hallucinations, police said.
Sticky notes could save a woman from drug charges in Oakland County.
The measures would receive statewide votes in 2016 if lawmakers do not act.
Two Michigan women have been arrested in Texas and accused of trying to smuggle about 118 pounds of marijuana from Arizona.
If lawmakers rejected the bill or took no action, it would receive a statewide vote in November 2016.
Gas stations were checked and inspected for blight, loitering, narcotic activity and related violations, while warrant sweeps were conducted in surrounding communities.
Green Bean West, Sweet Leaf and Green Culture have all been approved to fill orders from patients.
Most Americans favor the use of medical marijuana by adults — but not by children, according to a new Mott Children's Hospital poll.
Michigan is one step closer to having a state-wide vote to legalize marijuana for recreational use.
Mayor Virg Bernero says he's not worried about the political risks of appearing at this weekend's pro-marijuana rally.
An Oakland County man is recovering after he ate some marijuana-laced treats his daughter baked.
Green Bay has become an unlikely whitefish hotspot, even as the species disappears across much of Lake Michigan and the lower Great Lakes.
Officers normally assigned to process Global Entry travelers had been reassigned to process other arriving travelers during the pause.
A weather system that spawned tornadoes in multiple states has resulted in a flood watch for Metro Detroit on Wednesday.
A string of tornadoes touched down in multiple states as severe weather stretched from Texas to Michigan.
Many communities in Southwest Michigan are still covered in debris after last week's severe weather and tornadoes, but now they brace for another storm overnight Tuesday into Wednesday.
A weather system that spawned tornadoes in multiple states has resulted in a flood watch for Metro Detroit on Wednesday.
Dale Warner, a Michigan man accused of killing his wife, Dee Warner, was found guilty of second-degree murder and tampering with evidence on Tuesday, March 10.
On Tuesday, leaders announced former City Clerk Rana Faraj was fired due to what they call "the discovery of partisan punching bags featuring candidates' faces inside the Clerk's office."
The Pioneers will often practice or play games while fasting while observing the holiday, which runs through March 19.
Green Bay has become an unlikely whitefish hotspot, even as the species disappears across much of Lake Michigan and the lower Great Lakes.
AAA says motorists are paying an average of $3.53 a gallon for regular unleaded gas in the United States.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
A restaurant celebrating rock music in the era of the legendary band Kiss is set to open in Royal Oak.
Six Flags is selling off some of its North America amusement parks, including Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Faster Horses, a multi-day country music festival, will not return this summer to Michigan International Speedway.
Officers normally assigned to process Global Entry travelers had been reassigned to process other arriving travelers during the pause.
A string of tornadoes touched down in multiple states as severe weather stretched from Texas to Michigan.
Wright State wins the Horizon League title with a late rally and holds off Detroit Mercy, 66-63.
TSA officer call-out rates have climbed into double-digit percentages at some airports, including half the officers at Houston's Hobby Airport, straining screening operations and contributing to longer security lines.
A person with knowledge of the agreement says Detroit is adding running back Isiah Pacheco to replace David Montgomery after the Lions traded Jahmyr Gibbs' backup before free agency started.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Water testing has detected "low levels" of Legionella bacteria at two more Oakland County government buildings.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Henry Ford Health and Teamsters Local 332 remain locked in a labor dispute over a nurses' contract.
Jalen Duren scored 26 points, Cade Cunningham had 21 points and 15 assists, and the Pistons hammered the Nets 138-100 on Tuesday night.
Wright State wins the Horizon League title with a late rally and holds off Detroit Mercy, 66-63.
The Pioneers will often practice or play games while fasting while observing the holiday, which runs through March 19.
The Detroit Lions are losing another player, this time it's wide receiver Kalif Raymond, who is reportedly heading to the Chicago Bears.
A person with knowledge of the agreement says Detroit is adding running back Isiah Pacheco to replace David Montgomery after the Lions traded Jahmyr Gibbs' backup before free agency started.
Rose talks about a new TV series being filmed in Detroit called "South West High," which revolves around a fictional high school in the Motor City.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called Tuesday one of the "most intense day" of strikes against Iran so far in the military action in the Middle East. In the meantime, the Pentagon says 140 U.S. service members have been wounded during the conflict. CBS News has this report.
Heavy storms spurred the threat of flooding for Metro Detroit. Dale Warner was found guilty of second-degree murder. Those headlines and other top stories are in our news brief.
A Flood Watch is in effect for southern parts of Southeast MI through early afternoon. Additional rounds of showers and storms are expected through the day and may produce heavy rainfall. Rain and possibly Temperatures rising to near Low 60's by noon, then falling to around 51 during the remainder of the day. South southwest wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Quiet tomorrow, then accumulating snow is likely Friday morning and strong winds in excess of 40 mph are possible during the day Friday.
Much of Southeast Michigan is under a flood watch until 2 p.m. Wednesday in the aftermath of stormy weather overnight. Here's a look at the road conditions near Detroit Metro Airport about 6 a.m.
Many communities in Southwest Michigan are still covered in debris after last week's severe weather and tornadoes, but now they could be facing another setback with more potential severe weather coming their way on Tuesday night.