Whitmer's office asks for investigation into why a tornado watch wasn't issued
No tornado watch was issued for Michigan on Friday, even though the NWS later determined a supercell spun out four tornadoes.
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No tornado watch was issued for Michigan on Friday, even though the NWS later determined a supercell spun out four tornadoes.
Michigan State Police provided about 3 minutes of video showing aerial scenes from the tornado damage on Friday in Southwest Michigan.
One man and two women were killed in Branch County, and a 12-year-old boy was killed in Cass County, as tornadoes struck Southwest Michigan on Friday.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared a state of emergency for three Michigan counties after the National Weather Service said at least three tornadoes touched down during severe storms Friday.
Southwest Michigan was hit with deadly tornadoes on Friday. Community members share their stories about rescues, the damage and relief efforts.
Southwest Michigan communities are beginning to recover from Friday's storms, and while volunteers are already responding, the cleanup is expected to be a long-term effort.
Western Michigan and Eastern Michigan both fired their men's basketball coaches on Sunday, parting ways with former assistants under Michigan State coach Tom Izzo.
Yaxel Lendeborg scored 19 of his 27 points in the first half and Morez Johnson Jr. had 18 points, leading No. 3 Michigan in a 90-80 win over No. 8 Michigan State to give the Big Ten champions a 15th straight conference win Sunday.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared a state of emergency for three Michigan counties after tornadoes ripped through southern parts of the state on Friday. Julia Avant spoke with a woman in Union City who saw the tornado coming toward her.
Dozens of families in Branch County are now trying to get their lives back on track after a tornado ripped through the area on Friday. CBS News Detroit's Julia Avant spoke with many who told her they could see the twister heading their direction.
At least four people have died, including a 12-year-old boy, and several others were injured after at least three tornadoes ripped through Southwest Michigan on Friday, officials say.
An EF-3 tornado ripped through Union City, Michigan, on Friday night, damaging several homes, according to the National Weather Service. Julia Avant spoke with a resident who saw the twister moving his way before he and his family took cover in a basement.
At least four people are dead and 12 are injured after multiple tornadoes were reported in Southwest Michigan on Friday. Julia Avant reports from Union City where rescue teams spent hours on Saturday making sure people were accounted for.
If passed by the voters, the proposal would create a new voter ID requirement and voter roll verification.
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Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel filed a lawsuit against prediction market operator Kalshi for allegedly offering online sports betting without authorization from the Michigan Gaming Control Board.
One lawyer says she was shocked when she was asked to remove her bra while trying to enter the North Lake Processing Center in Baldwin, Michigan.
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Six Flags is selling off some of its North America amusement parks, including Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon.
At least one person is dead in the aftermath of a crash early Thursday on Interstate 275 in the Livonia, Michigan, area.
A man died after becoming trapped in a car hauler Wednesday night in Eastpointe, Michigan.
Officials across the country have criticized GoFundMe for creating unauthorized financial donation pages for charities and organizations.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
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President Trump said Hamas and his international "Board of Peace" have agreed on the next steps in a peace deal that includes Hamas' disarmament in the Gaza Strip.
Authorities say individuals have been detained as part of the investigation and warn that more of the tainted cocaine may have been sold in the area.
Detroit officials say those concerns aren't backed by evidence and don't reflect how the city conducts its elections.
A Macomb County deputy fatally shot a man who was armed with a weapon and charged toward officers, the sheriff's office said.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel called the care and sheer number of violations against a Southeast Michigan nursing home operator "atrocious."
A group of Michigan democratic lawmakers are calling on the Michigan Department of Transportation to end all contracts that allow federal agencies to install surveillance technology on state property.
Several people were injured in a boat explosion and fire in a Macomb County marina Thursday afternoon, local authorities said.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A 23-year-old man who pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise in connection with a Metro Detroit vehicle theft operation that Michigan officials called "prolific" has been sentenced, according to online court records.
Many newer vehicles are equipped with high-efficiency cabin air filters capable of capturing a significant amount of fine particulate matter.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
As the United States marks its 250th birthday, Ford Motor Company is showcasing more than a century of automotive history in a new exhibit that explores the company's role in shaping America.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
A major weekend in Ann Arbor as fans gear up to see country music star Morgan Wallen take over the University of Michigan Big House stadium on Friday and Saturday.
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Law enforcement officials say a set of stolen Civil War-era cannonballs was discovered in a passenger's suitcase during a routine security screening at Alabama's Gulf Shores International Airport.
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The Trump administration on Thursday reiterated its view that China's alleged efforts to collect millions of American voter registration files constituted election interference.
Michigan Democrats are reintroducing a package of nine bills covering corrections officer pensions, health care premiums, and nurse collective bargaining after the governor vetoed them following a state Supreme Court ruling.
A murder victim has been identified decades after his remains were discovered in a wooded area in Oregon in 1972, authorities said.
The organization is closing its Lansing, Livonia and Warren locations.
An additional 33 Michigan residents have required hospital care for cyclosporiasis as an outbreak continues to be tracked, state health officials said on Thursday.
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Authorities claim Yolanda Matthews submitted more than $539,000 in false and fraudulent claims to Medicare.
Peter Malnati shot a career-best 9-under 61 to take the lead among the early starters in the first round of the final Rocket Classic.
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Colton Cowser hit a tiebreaking single in the 12th inning, capping the Baltimore Orioles' rally from a seven-run deficit to beat the Tigers 10-9 and spoil Tarik Skubal's possible farewell to Detroit.
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As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
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Former NBA All-Star/entrepreneur Jalen Rose, DTE's Trevor Lauer and Oakland University president Ora Hirsch Pescovitz headline an all-star Michigan Matters episode.
Friday remains hot before rain showers arrive for the weekend.
Colin Gray gets 15 years in prison after an emotional sentencing hearing in the Apalachee High School shooting case.
Several people were injured in a boat explosion and fire in a Macomb County marina on Lake St. Clair Thursday afternoon, local authorities said.
A Macomb County deputy fatally shot a man who was armed with a weapon and charged toward officers, the sheriff's office said. The circumstances leading up to the shooting began about 12:02 p.m. Thursday, when deputies spotted a man who was wanted by the Chesterfield Township Police Department in the area of 26 Mile Road and Gratiot Avenue.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan’s critical Aug. 4 primary, Genesee County Sheriff/Democratic candidate for governor Chris Swanson, along with political journalists Keith Owens and Lauren Gibbons, appear on Michigan Matters this Sunday to discuss the election.