84-Year-Old Looking For Job Says Employers Keep Passing Him Up
Benjamin Shipley says he has applied to hundreds of jobs over the last year and half and has gotten zero interviews or callbacks.
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Benjamin Shipley says he has applied to hundreds of jobs over the last year and half and has gotten zero interviews or callbacks.
A Michigan man has been charged with killing his wife more than four decades ago in Wisconsin, even though her body has never been found.
If Michigan continues to improve, we could be in the top 10 most energy efficient states soon.
For the second year in a row, US seniors will see increases in their Social Security checks starting in January.
U.S. News & World Report has released its 2019 list of the best places in America to retire and one Michigan city made the cut.
Last year, creepy clowns were among Americans' top fears. Guess what folks in Michigan are most scared of this year.
A man who was injured while exchanging gunfire with officers on a freeway in western Michigan says he was assaulted by jail officers.
Republican John James of Michigan said Wednesday he raised $3.6 million in the last quarter, doubling what Democratic Sen. Debbie Stabenow took in as he seeks to gain ground in a race that she polls suggest she has led by double- igits.
Here's what to watch in the Big Ten this week:
A suburban Detroit man has been sentenced to life in prison for the death of his girlfriend's 4-year-old daughter.
Officials say they're not sure what's causing an itchy rash affecting more than 100 inmates at Michigan's only prison for women.
A medical emergency was declared and the plane returned to Detroit, but the passenger did not make it, according to reports.
Backers of broad marijuana legalization are looking to break through a geographic barrier in November and get their first foothold in the Midwest after a string of election victories in Northeastern and Western states.
During this election, Michiganders will choose the next governor, local leaders and vote on proposals like legalizing recreational marijuana.
Here are the top stories for the week of October 1, 2018, that you may have missed on CBSDetroit.com.
Even the decor inside this new pizza place tells a story about the Detroit Zoo.
Six Michigan residents have a share of the staggering $2.9 trillion in wealth owned by 400 Americans.
Authorities say they had to kill three emus found wandering in western Michigan after they weren't able to figure out who owned the big birds.
A federal grand jury on Thursday indicted a Detroit city councilman on bribery charges.
Roman Catholic dioceses across Michigan have turned over documents in a state investigation of sexual abuse by priests.
The Michigan Supreme Court is considering a rule that would create local courthouse security committees.
A woman who made headlines when she accused a Detroit congressman of sexual harassment has been charged with passing thousands of dollars to a city official in a corruption scheme.
A judge has cleared the way for possibly thousands of people to be paid for work performed while they were cosmetology students at a Michigan school.
It's barely October and many retailers are already prepping for Black Friday, the biggest shopping day of the year.
Legislation going to Gov. Rick Snyder for his expected signature would prohibit marijuana-infused alcoholic drinks in Michigan.
Kerry Carpenter, Zach McKinstry and Matt Vierling hit two-run homers and drove in three runs apiece, and the Detroit Tigers powered their way to an 11-6, rain-shortened victory over the St. Louis Cardinals.
Tobias Harris led the charge against his former team Saturday night, helping Detroit clinch the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.
A 60-year-old mid-Michigan resident has been sentenced to 1 year of probation for their role in an identity theft and unclaimed property fraud scheme that totaled more than $500,000, the state's Department of Attorney General said Friday.
Michigan is taking on Arizona in the Final Four Saturday night with a national championship berth on the line. CBS News Detroit went to the team hotel to capture the sights, sounds and emotions coming from fans ahead of the game.
Severe storms moved through Southeast Michigan Saturday evening amid reports of damaged houses and downed trees in parts.
Severe storms swept through Southeast Michigan Saturday evening amid reports of damaged houses and downed trees in parts.
Teenagers took over downtown Detroit on Friday night, marking the second time in two weeks of such a gathering. The trend has become popular in cities across the country.
Michigan is taking on Arizona in the Final Four Saturday night with a national championship berth on the line. CBS News Detroit went to the team hotel to capture the sights, sounds and emotions coming from fans ahead of the game.
A 3-year-old child is dead and a motorist is in custody after the child was hit by a pickup truck in Cedar Springs, Michigan, on Friday.
Kerry Carpenter, Zach McKinstry and Matt Vierling hit two-run homers and drove in three runs apiece, and the Detroit Tigers powered their way to an 11-6, rain-shortened victory over the St. Louis Cardinals.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared an energy emergency in eight Southeast Michigan counties amid rising gas prices across the state.
General Motors has announced that it's making another round of layoffs at its Factory Zero plant in Metro Detroit. The latest round, the second this year, impacts roughly 1,300 workers and is due to a readjustment of operations amid declining electric vehicle demand.
Cities in Michigan lose big tax revenue from pollution-control tax breaks, and many do not track what they give up.
Gas prices are currently hovering just below $4 a gallon in much of Michgan, AAA says.
Henry Ford introduced the moving assembly line, a system that reshaped industrial production and helped make automobiles more accessible to the public.
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
The bag, called the "Gold Standard Cassette Tape," features a bold, nostalgic design inspired by classic cassette tapes.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
It's a sign that Metro Detroiters are ready to say goodbye to winter and welcome spring, and the Marche du Nain Rouge is a feast for the eyes.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
Tobias Harris led the charge against his former team Saturday night, helping Detroit clinch the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.
Amid ongoing toilet trouble, the Artemis II astronauts reflected on the wonder of sailing through deep space to the moon.
The government's legal bid to continue East Wing construction has the hallmarks of President Trump's social media posts.
Dillon Dingler homered, Framber Valdez pitched six shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers ended a four-game losing streak with a 4-0 win over the St. Louis Cardinals in their home opener.
Officials from 23 states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit seeking to block President Trump's executive order that aims to restrict mail voting.
Prosecutors allege the dentist billed Medicaid for large numbers of unnecessary dental crown work on patients that was not provided.
According to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, there have been eight confirmed measles cases in the state in 2026.
A water services provider and its president are accused of falsifying water safety and discharge tests for private water systems serving mobile home communities in Michigan.
Michigan communities have received millions from a national opioid settlement, but some haven't spent any funds yet.
Paramedics and emergency medical technicians face a harsh reality in Michigan.
Kerry Carpenter, Zach McKinstry and Matt Vierling hit two-run homers and drove in three runs apiece, and the Detroit Tigers powered their way to an 11-6, rain-shortened victory over the St. Louis Cardinals.
Tobias Harris led the charge against his former team Saturday night, helping Detroit clinch the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.
Michigan is taking on Arizona in the Final Four Saturday night with a national championship berth on the line. CBS News Detroit went to the team hotel to capture the sights, sounds and emotions coming from fans ahead of the game.
The Red Wings lost an important game in their pursuit of a playoff spot, 4-1 at the Rangers on Saturday.
Justin Verlander's long-awaited return to Comerica Park as a member of the Detroit Tigers has been put on hold.
There's a focus on Michigan's defense industry as a national convention comes to Detroit in a few weeks, with over 11,000 people expected at Huntington Place.
Dave Coulter updates Oakland County's move to its new offices in downtown Pontiac and when that might take place.
Gardner White opened doors in Detroit in 1912, and the retailer continues to expand with nine new stores planned this year.
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.
For the second time in two weeks, teens took over downtown Detroit. The "teen takeover" trend has become popular in cities across the country. Veronica Ortega is hearing from Detroit business owners on how the trend is impacting them.
Along with Michigan men's basketball players, Wolverines fans are getting ready for Saturday's matchup. Many traveled to Indianapolis to watch the team try to punch their ticket to the national title game. CBS News Detroit's Jack Springgate reports from the team hotel.
Residents in Monroe County are seeing damaged homes and large downed trees after severe storms rolled through the area on Saturday afternoon. Julia Avant reports from Whiteford Township.
Some of Michigan's biggest fans are heading to Indianapolis to cheer on the Michigan Wolverines in the Final Four this weekend. However, no one will be cheering louder than the athletes' parents. CBS News Detroit spoke with the father of freshman Trey McKenney to learn about what led him to the Wolverines and the Final Four.
Dozens participate in the annual Walk for Hope to take a stand against gun violence.