Meteor seen in Michigan disintegrated over Saginaw Bay, NASA says
NASA says the meteor was first detected over Hope, Michigan, before it disintegrated.
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NASA says the meteor was first detected over Hope, Michigan, before it disintegrated.
A meteor was seen in parts of Michigan Monday night, with photos and videos shared widely on social media.
A meteor was seen Monday night over Southeast Michigan, as illustrated by this image from Macomb WX. CBS Detroit meteorologist Vytas Reid explains why the sky has been so active with fireballs and meteors lately.
Some residents immediately feared the sound was an explosion, according to CBS affiliate WOIO, but weather service officials say it appears to have been a meteor.
A 54-pound meteorite from Mars sold for more than $5 million when it went up for auction on Wednesday at Sotheby's.
This is the first time the sound and image of a meteor falling has been documented on video, a University of Alberta scientist found.
The September Harvest Moon will see a partial lunar eclipse, peaking the night of Tuesday, Sept. 17.
The Perseid meteor shower peaked in the night skies of Sunday into Monday, giving astronomy fans one of the best shows of 2024 as they looked to the skies.
Two meteor showers are expected to flash across night skies around the same time this week.
The full moon, also known as the Thunder Moon, will last three days, peaking on Sunday morning.
People across the eastern U.S. and in parts of Canada saw a dazzling light show on Wednesday night, as a fireball entered the atmosphere and burned up.
NASA described the Ursids as "a meteor shower for diehards only." It is set to peak Thursday night into Friday morning.
The Orionids are known for their brightness and speed, traveling at about 41 miles per second.
The 1-meter asteroid was discovered just hours before it hit Earth's atmosphere and almost 10 years to the day that an asteroid about 20 times bigger hit Chelyabinsk, Russia.
There's a video on Youtube saying we are about to have another "very-close encounter" with an asteroid.
If you can catch only one meteor shower this year, it should be the Perseids. They're zipping across the sky right now, and will peak overnight on Aug. 11-12 and Aug. 12-13.
The annual Perseid meteor showers are coming this weekend.
The pop-up event at the museum is Saturday from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The American Meteor Society says the first two pieces were found on an iced-over lake in Hamburg Township.
Scientists do believe some debris tumbled to Earth as meteor fell apart over metro Detroit Tuesday night.
Person after person described seeing an intense "white light" in the sky.
Homeland Security ending speculation as to the source of the mystery in the sky Tuesday night.
Why of COURSE there's still time to get your butt over to Lawrence Technological University for Thursday morning's meeting on the whole "bring your own device" controversy when it comes to corporate networks. But hurry! Thing starts at 8. LTU is at 21000 W. 10 Mile Road in Southfield.
And what's the latest buzz in the ever-growing field of technology? You can find it right here.
The decision comes after the police department and drug coalition determined that the drug was dangerous and hard to regulate, with it being on many counters in drugstores and gas stations across the city.
Community members have been pushing back for years against a potential shipment of radioactive waste that was scheduled to be transported to the area.
On Wednesday, Michigan Gov.Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill bringing $152 million for repairs at Selfridge Air Force Base in preparation for a new fighter mission.
Spencer Torkelson homered, doubled twice and drove in three runs, and five Detroit pitchers combined for a two-hitter as the Tigers snapped a season-worst seven-game home skid with a 4-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
Muslims around the world, including in Southeast Michigan, are celebrating Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, on Wednesday.
A 20-year-old man who was involved in a shooting with Detroit police on Wednesday died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to Police Chief Todd Bettison.
Community members have been pushing back for years against a potential shipment of radioactive waste that was scheduled to be transported to the area.
The decision comes after the police department and drug coalition determined that the drug was dangerous and hard to regulate, with it being on many counters in drugstores and gas stations across the city.
On Wednesday, Michigan Gov.Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill bringing $152 million for repairs at Selfridge Air Force Base in preparation for a new fighter mission.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Michigan Medicine have ended a stalemate that threatened to disrupt health insurance coverage for thousands of Michigan residents.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
From classic cruisers to new memories still being made, the Woodward Dream Cruise remains a celebration of Michigan's automotive culture.
If you are planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, remember that the cost of gas this year is noticeably higher than last year.
Michigan is demanding repayment of $35 million from the American Center for Mobility, a key player in autonomous vehicle development.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
For three days, Detroit is the epicenter of techno music with this Memorial Day weekend tradition, and the music lovers made sure to attend the final day of the Movement Festival on Monday.
The community space, which has been under renovation since October 2025, includes a swing set, play area and seating with umbrellas.
One hundred men were dressed to the nines on Sunday afternoon on Livernois Avenue in Detroit for the sixth annual 100 Men in Suits initiative.
Stephen Colbert made a surprise appearance hosting the "Only in Monroe" community access show broadcast in Monroe, Michigan, on Friday, one night after he recorded his final episode of "The Late Show."
Spencer Torkelson homered, doubled twice and drove in three runs, and five Detroit pitchers combined for a two-hitter as the Tigers snapped a season-worst seven-game home skid with a 4-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
Muslims around the world, including in Southeast Michigan, are celebrating Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, on Wednesday.
After forensic evidence appeared to contradict Brian Hooker's account of where Lynette Hooker was the night she disappeared, U.S. investigators are renewing their search in the Bahamas.
A household earning the average income would need to spend 40% of its income to afford the typical U.S. home, according to Redfin.
The Insurance Institute and Consumer Reports ranked 96 of the safest cars for teens. Here's what to know.
The tentative agreement means roughly 300,000 Blue Cross members will continue receiving care at Michigan Medicine facilities as in-network services.
Two Detroit nonprofit organizations have partnered together to fight food insecurity for elementary school students.
St. Clair County health officials have identified the county's first salmonella case linked to a multistate outbreak associated with backyard poultry.
Experts at Children's Hospital of Michigan say they typically see a rise in preventable injuries this time of year, many of which can happen in just seconds.
The app helps people with allergies navigate menus and get information about kitchen practices, so they know what's safe to eat.
Spencer Torkelson homered, doubled twice and drove in three runs, and five Detroit pitchers combined for a two-hitter as the Tigers snapped a season-worst seven-game home skid with a 4-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
Vaughn Grissom hit a grand slam and drove in six runs as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Detroit Tigers 10-6 on Tuesday night.
Detroit Pistons players Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren have earned All-NBA honors, the team announced Sunday.
Dillon Dingler hit a two-run homer in the first inning, Troy Melton and two relievers combined on a three-hitter and the Detroit Tigers stopped an eight-game losing streak by beating the Baltimore Orioles 4-1 Sunday in a doubleheader nightcap.
Detroit Tigers second baseman Gleyber Torres said Sunday his left oblique strain isn't fully healed and he will be taking a break from swinging the bat as he works to return from the injury.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
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.
Kratom is officially banned in the city of Sterling Heights. The decision comes after the police department and drug coalition determined that the drug was dangerous and hard to regulate, with it being on many counters in drugstores and gas stations across the city.
On Wednesday, Michigan Gov.Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill bringing $152 million for repairs at Selfridge Air Force Base in preparation for a new fighter mission.
A victory for thousands of community members and environmental activists in western Wayne County on Wednesday as Circuit Court Judge Kevin Cox permanently banned a Van Buren Township landfill from accepting radioactive waste.
New forensic evidence has prompted U.S. investigators to relaunch a search for the body of Michigan mother Lynette Hooker.
A 20-year-old man who was involved in a shooting with Detroit police on Wednesday died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to Police Chief Todd Bettison.