Michigan Group Turns in Petitions for $12 Minimum Wage
The prospect of a $12-an-hour minimum wage by 2022 for all Michigan workers, including tipped servers, could be put to a popular vote this fall.
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The prospect of a $12-an-hour minimum wage by 2022 for all Michigan workers, including tipped servers, could be put to a popular vote this fall.
You don't have to travel outside of Michigan for a much-needed getaway.
Gov. Rick Snyder's administration is nearing completion of the country's strictest drinking water rules.
A new retail and entertainment gathering space made of repurposed shipping containers is opening up along Detroit's Dequindre Cut Greenway.
Nearly 51 million households don't earn enough to afford a monthly budget.
Where's the best spot to take a summer vacation this year? Right in Michigan's backyard.
A woman in Michigan is accused of being a real party pooper after she allegedly brought laxative-filled brownies to a co-worker's farewell party.
A 26-year-old gas station clerk has been arraigned in the fatal shooting of a customer inside the west side Detroit business.
A Michigan man and his pastor say an angel was spotted over the man's truck and they have the proof.
After a weekend break, police on Monday resumed digging in suburban Detroit in an area that could yield the remains of up to seven missing girls.
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Shri Thanedar, has risen in polling thanks to a multimillion-dollar ads.
The Supreme Court on Monday struck down a federal law that bars gambling on football, basketball, baseball and other sports.
The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Task Force in Southfield is sending about 40 middle and high school students to civil rights sites.
he Michigan Court of Appeals has ordered the certification of initiated legislation to repeal a law that requires that "prevailing" wages.
Republican Lt. Gov. Brian Calley lodged new accusations against gubernatorial rival Bill Schuette.
A former Michigan pastor faces federal charges for allegations he coerced underage girls to engage in sex acts online.
A fire that damaged a Michigan auto parts supply factory is causing production problems at Ford.
Detroit Lions coach Matt Patricia maintained his innocence and his new team said it supported him.
Jurors at the trial watched a Facebook Live recording recovered from Gelia's cellphone showing him kicking in a door and opening fire.
The 2018 best high school rankings were released on Wednesday and evaluate over 20,500 public high schools.
Michigan's House passed its first school safety initiative since the Parkland, Florida, mass shooting on Tuesday
The Bath Township Police Department near Lansing posted a photo of its brand new SUV on April 28 that features the words "POPO" – street slang for police – on its doors.
Forbes' rankings were released on Tuesday and include 500 companies that have more than 5,000 employees.
Michigan gubernatorial candidate Shri Thanedar filed a challenge Tuesday to the ballot eligibility of Abdul El-Sayed.
The space is bright and welcoming, with a massive stone fireplace, and an en suite bath with 2-story ceilings and a deep soaking tub set beneath a row of skylights.
A man taken into custody after a shooting that killed one and injured two in Southfield was released pending a prosecutor's review.
A question on whether to dissolve the Lake Orion village government might be on the November ballot. Here's why.
Michigan drivers are now paying an average of $4.03 per gallon for regular unleaded gas and $5.89 for diesel fuel.
Lithuania is teaching civilians young and old to help defend their tiny nation from a hypothetical Russian invasion, and telling Putin, "We don't fear you."
Thousands of Michigan residents have someone else's face on their newly issued enhanced driver's licenses or state identification cards.
Canada's steep retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion in U.S. goods took effect just after midnight ET on Tuesday, deepening the trade war between the two countries.
Thousands of Michigan residents have someone else's face on their newly issued enhanced driver's licenses or state identification cards.
Two teens were seriously injured after a crash in which an electric vehicle they were riding collided with a pickup truck on Monday in Oakland County.
A man taken into custody after a shooting that killed one and injured two in Southfield was released pending a prosecutor's review.
A question on whether to dissolve the Lake Orion village government might be on the November ballot. Here's why.
A Ford contract employee was taken to a hospital following an incident on Monday morning at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
The Romeo Peach Festival, which one visitor described as a celebration of "peach everything!" wrapped up on Monday. Here's a look at the food and activities.
Bruce Campbell, an actor and filmmaker widely known for his work in "The Evil Dead" franchise, says his cancer prognosis indicates he has about five years to live.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
For decades, the Farmington Civic Theatre has often been recognized as a community staple, but since the Covid-19 pandemic, management says attendance has dropped significantly.
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids will open its corn maze season on Sept. 1 with a Dolly Parton theme.
"It's been a year that I hope we never do it again," said Lander Nicodemus, owner of Torrington Livestock Markets, which auctions about 450,000 head of cattle each year.
Five people were killed and five others were injured when a plane overshot a runway at Miami International Airport and crashed.
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
House Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain said she is supporting Rep. Max Miller's reelection bid for a third term because "I will support anyone with an R behind their name."
Detroit's chief public health officer, Ali Abazeed, confirmed in a press conference following Thursday's severe weather that the first human case of West Nile virus has been recorded.
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
A mosquito species that is new to Michigan is recognizable by its black-and-white striped body. Unlike most mosquitoes, it is active and bites during the day.
The rate of students requesting vaccine exemptions increased from 3.1% in 2015 to 3.4% in 2020, then to 6.2% in 2024, and reached a 12-year high in 2025, according to the latest data.
Three Michigan school districts are using a specialized clinic to tackle rising healthcare costs.
Riley Greene had three hits, including a two-run homer, and Kevin McGonigle added a solo shot to lead the Detroit Tigers to a 5-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins.
And to think, Kyle Whittingham said he wanted to put an end to all the drama around Michigan.
The Detroit Tigers lost 3-2 Sunday when Daniel Schneemann singled home rookie Angel Genao in the 10th inning, giving the Cleveland Guardians their third walk-off win of the four-game series.
Bryce Underwood converted with a second chance on a Hail Mary, connecting with JJ Buchanan for a 47-yard touchdown pass that lifted No. 16 Michigan over Western Michigan 13-12.
Riley Greene hit two solo homers, had a season-high four hits and drove in four runs, and Framber Valdez threw seven innings to help the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-0 on Saturday night.
The Detroit Regional Partnership, which has been around for six years, has been a significant catalyst, helping bring numerous jobs and companies to the region.
The roundtable talks politics, civility and issues that will resonate this fall in various elections.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
Residents of Lake Orion, a small Southeast Michigan community, have asked that the Oakland County Election Commission put a request to dissolve the village government on the November ballot.
Fifth Third Bank signs are going up at former Comerica Bank branches. A new round of Canadian tariffs has taken effect. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.
Thousands of Michigan residents were included in a batch of misprinted ID cards that had someone else's face in the corner of the ID. CBS Detroit talked with one of the drivers who got a misprinted card.
More than 550 employees will lose their jobs next month at Trinity Health, according to a WARN Act notice filed with the State of Michigan.
New signage is going up at the former Comerica Bank branches that are now part of Fifth Third Bank, including at this bank branch on Detroit's west side.