Michigan DNR adds two water scooping planes to help with wildfire fighting efforts
Two "water scooping" planes have joined the Michigan Department of Natural Resources firefighting fleet for the 2026 season.
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Two "water scooping" planes have joined the Michigan Department of Natural Resources firefighting fleet for the 2026 season.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources says an elevated fire danger has been noticed across part of the state.
State wildlife officials are seeking information on why multiple eagles were recently found dead in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
A lightning strike on Monday damaged critical equipment on the Little Manistee River Weir, the Michigan DNR said.
Conditions near the Cheboygan Lock and Dam continue to worsen, with the river levels just 7.68 inches below the top of the dam as of 7 a.m. Tuesday, State of Michigan officials said.
Residents in the Northern Lower Michigan city of Cheboygan have been told to prepare for possible evacuations as the flooding risk increases.
A deer poaching investigation in Ohio has resulted in 11 hunters sentenced on state wildlife charges, including some from Michigan.
A report of a hostage situation in progress Sunday in Marine City was officially declared a "swatting" incident by local police.
Crews at the Cheboygan Lock and Dam in Cheboygan, Michigan, placed more sandbags at the complex on Saturday while large pumps moved water around the structure on Saturday amid rising water levels in the area, state officials said.
State and local officials are monitoring rising water levels at the Cheboygan Lock and Dam Complex in Michigan's Northern Lower Peninsula.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources says a walleye weighed in at 15 pounds during recent fish egg collection efforts.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is recommending a limit of one buck per deer hunter in the state, starting in 2027.
Cougars have been detected 31 times in Michigan in 2025, the highest since they were wiped out in the early 1900s.
The Michigan State Parks Reservation System opens up bookings six months before arrival date at the selected campsites.
Albino deer have an all-white coat among their unusual features. The rare condition is a genetic trait, the Michigan DNR said.
Officials say there are some changes to the 2026 season, such as the number of turkey management units, which are designated areas open to hunters.
The traditionally shortest fishing season in the State of Michigan – the one for Black Lake sturgeon - will open Feb. 7.
Two cougar kittens believed to have been living in Michigan's Upper Peninsula were caught on a trail camera with their mother.
The number of cougar sightings in Michigan is increasing, with 27 reports in the Upper Peninsula so far during 2025.
Demolition has begun at the former Safariland zoo structures on Belle Isle as part of a redevelopment and update for the island's amenities.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is considering expanding the state's elk hunting season beginning in 2026.
Michigan's hunters donated a record amount of 140,000 processed pounds of venison in the past year to food pantries.
With the help of a half-inch of rain falling overnight, fire crews have the Benzie Road Fire near Houghton Lake at about 95% contained.
State officials say the fire has been burning since Sunday afternoon east of Old U.S. Highway 27, impacting about 85 acres of land.
A 70-year-old man who got lost after wandering from his home on Tuesday morning was found safe with the help of four Michigan conservation officers.
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.