FCC Will Consider Petition To Ban 'Redskins'
The head of the Federal Communications Commission says the agency will consider a petition to ban the Washington Redskins nickname from the public airwaves.
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The head of the Federal Communications Commission says the agency will consider a petition to ban the Washington Redskins nickname from the public airwaves.
The Detroit Lions take on their third team from the state of New York, a Buffalo Bills team that are heading in the wrong direction.
Detroit was alone in first place entering Week 10 last season, and squandered the division lead and failed to make the playoffs.
On Monday, tight end Joseph Fauria explained the household accident that led to the sprained ankle that sidelined him last week.
Let's take a look at why exactly the New York Jets need to make the switch from Geno Smith to Michael Vick.
As Detroit Lions fans we have been here and done that.
The Detroit Lions were shorthanded on offense and defense, but they still managed to secure a road win over the New York Jets.
Matthew Stafford threw two touchdown passes and ran for another score and the Detroit Lions overcame Calvin Johnson being limited by an ankle injury to beat the New York Jets 24-17 on Sunday.
"If he were to take his talents to New York ... Suh knows how much it would mean for his brand and his profile," Adam Schefter wrote.
As the NFL season heats up, so do my NFL picks, which will be here for you each and every week to help you win your pick-em-pool.
The Detroit Lions listed 13 players on Friday's injury report.
Stafford said it was about 5:50 a.m. when he came upon gridlocked traffic about a quarter of a mile away from the collapsed bridge.
Let's break down the five JB locks in NFL Week 4 against the spread after going 5-0 last week.
"He always gets in here really early as well," Caldwell added. "But no [players or coaches] had any injuries or things of that nature ... If that happened at rush hour, that would have been really difficult, so thank the Lord that most people came away safely."
This Week 4 NFC East game felt like a must-win for both teams. The Giants played like it, dominating in a 45-14 win. The Redskins looked overmatched.
"Our points will come, our yards will come, our stats will come, our numbers will be there," Lions guard Rob Sims said.
Caldwell said Fauria's injury happened at home.
"I'm optimistic," Caldwell said, "about where we are and what it looks like for us here going forward."
Geno Smith hardly sounded like a starting quarterback on shaky ground.
The sideline was a crowded place for the New York Jets during practice Wednesday.
Bush said the Jets defense presents a challenge because the variety of looks it throws at opponents can lead to confusion.
Ryan called Suh a phenomenal player, as close to Sapp as he has seen.
The Giants smacked the Texans 30-17 in Week 3, while the Redskins suffered a tough loss to the Eagles. These NFC East rivals will kick off Thursday at 8:25 ET on CBS.
The Washington Redskins and New York Giants both have 1-2 records, and are dealing with their own issues, but something has to give. Thursday Night Football pits them head-to-head in an NFC East battle, and legendary San Diego Chargers quarterback and CBS Sports' analyst Dan Fouts took some time to speak on the game and both teams.http://www.cbssports.com/cbssports/team/dfouts
A college student told a 911 dispatcher that a man he later identified as Rob Bironas chased him and his friends, then tried to hit their pickup truck minutes before the former Titans kicker's fatal crash.
Health officials continue to track an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness that affected thousands of people in Southeast Michigan this summer.
President Trump insists Iran is "begging to make a deal" to end the war, but Tehran, and crucially China, say his economic warfare tactics will fail.
A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing its new requirements for mail voting for the November midterm elections.
One person was arrested, and another was reportedly assaulted during a large gathering on Monday at the Shorewood Kiwanis Harper Charity Cruise in St. Clair Shores, according to police.
Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee in Michigan's U.S. Senate race, says now is the time for Democrats to work together ahead of the 2026 midterm election.
The executive order directs the Interior Department to update the Geographic Names Information System, changing the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America.
The U.S. News Best High Schools ranked nearly 18,000 schools based on data from more than 27,000 public high schools.
Lake Ontario is part of the Great Lakes region, bordering the Canadian province of Ontario and the U.S. state of New York.
One person was arrested, and another was reportedly assaulted during a large gathering on Monday at the Shorewood Kiwanis Harper Charity Cruise in St. Clair Shores, according to police.
Health officials continue to track an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness that affected thousands of people in Southeast Michigan this summer.
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.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
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.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
Detroit rapper Eminem joined several others paying tribute to singer and actress Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80.
Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee in Michigan's U.S. Senate race, says now is the time for Democrats to work together ahead of the 2026 midterm election.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Lake Ontario is part of the Great Lakes region, bordering the Canadian province of Ontario and the U.S. state of New York.
The executive order directs the Interior Department to update the Geographic Names Information System, changing the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America.
In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.
Health officials continue to track an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness that affected thousands of people in Southeast Michigan this summer.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
The proposal in Livingston County that would implement a program to track county employees de-identified opioid use won't be moving forward.
Corewell Health has announced a $1.7 billion investment into its hospital facilities in Grand Rapids and Troy.
Wayne County health officials on Wednesday reported the county's first human case of West Nile virus in 2026.
In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.
Freddy Peralta pitched six scoreless innings and picked up his first win with his new team as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Detroit Tigers 3-0 on Wednesday.
The 6-foot-10, 250-pound former NBA player was removed from Sunday's game after he was confronted by Sky guard Natasha Cloud.
Max Clark hit his first home run at Comerica Park and five Tigers pitchers combined to allow one run as Detroit ended a six-game losing streak with a 4-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.
More than two weeks before the Detroit Lions kick off their 2026 regular season, the team unveiled its new uniform on Tuesday.
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.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Stellantis has partnered with Project Green Light Detroit to support crime-fighting efforts and community policing by installing lights and cameras at nearly all its Detroit facilities.
Search and rescue efforts continue in Nepal, where hundreds of people including 90 Americans are among the missing after catastrophic flooding. CBS News has this report.
Lindsay Clancy's murder case is now in the hands of a Massachusetts jury after 22 days of testimony in Plymouth Superior Court. CBS News has this report.
TGIF Family! Looking at a beautiful day ahead with plenty of sunshine, high 80. Staying dry through most of the weekend with temps heating up. Next chance for rain will arrive Sunday night. Hot temps return next week.
People on both sides of the U.S.-Canada border are reacting to the trade war and to President Trump's executive order stating his intent to refer to Lake Ontario as "Lake America."