3-Year-Old Girl Found Walking Alone On Sidewalk In Pontiac; Parents May Face Charges
Police were dispatched in Pontiac after someone called saying that a small child was walking alone on the sidewalk.
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Police were dispatched in Pontiac after someone called saying that a small child was walking alone on the sidewalk.
Oakland County Sheriff's officials told WWJ Newsradio 950 that the two were found in a home on Kintyre Street just off Lapeer Road.
The Wendrows, of West Bloomfield, were charged in a sex-abuse case involving their then 14-year-old daughter.
The program recognizes the good work and leadership of a select few in the region.
The man from Liberia is visiting family in Oak Park and while he has shown no signs of illness, the C.D.C. has asked the man to self-monitor himself.
It's another big step forward in an effort to sort out southeast Michigan's incessant water system struggle.
Oakland County is joining the new regional authority to take over operations of Detroit's water system.
Oakland County ratepayers will now have a seat at the table of the region's water and sewer system.
Noted performer and visual artist and humanitarian Tony Bennett will select the grand prize winner, whose photo will appear on the cover of the 2014 Oakland County Parks Annual Report.
To date, eleven communities across the state have attempted decriminalization of small amounts of marijuana, and all eleven have succeeded.
Tim Beck is known as the "godfather" of marijuana in Michigan, had successfully led the state-wide initiative five years ago to legalize the use of medical marijuana.
Maxx was assigned to the Narcotics Enforcement Team and is credited with uncovering large quantities of narcotics during his tenure at the sheriff's office.
The tide is turning and strides are being made to create more awareness, education and an escape from human trafficking.
Oakland County executives are disputing the numbers in a report from Lighthouse of Oakland County -- that says poverty is on the rise.
"I'm completely outraged. I cannot believe that anyone would take advantage of any citizen, especially in the name of jury duty," said Oakland County Chief Judge Nanci Grant.
Sheriff Mike Bouchard says they've seen a 300 percent increase in the number of heroin-related cases in Oakland County.
The Michigan Supreme Court doesn't intend to intervene in a lower court's decision that allows Jackob Trakhtenberg to sue Deborah McKelvy for malpractice.
Officials at the dealership say 52 tires with rims were stolen, valued at more than $50,000.
It was the same old song for the Detroit area's residential real estate market in February, according to new numbers from the Farmington Hills-based real estate information company Realcomp II Ltd.: The number of sales is down, but prices are up.
He may not be a "Detroit basher," but Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson thinks "no deal is better than a bad deal" when it comes to doing business with the Motor City.
Online postings for job openings in southeast Michigan in 2013 grew more than 112 percent over 2012, according to data released this week by the Workforce Intelligence Network of Southeast Michigan.
Oakland County leaders want more information before agreeing to join an authority that would eventually control the Detroit Water and Sewage Department.
Spokesman Craig Bryson says when it snows, they try to push the white stuff back as close to the mailboxes as they can so that the post office can deliver mail.
Counties are rapidly spending their road maintenance budgets and it could leave less for much-needed repairs in the summer.
An Oakland County man is suing his former lawyer after serving seven years in prison for a sexual assault conviction that was thrown out by the Michigan Supreme Court based on the attorney's poor performance.
With several weeks remaining in the winter season, some districts will have to apply for additional days.
Our actual air temperature on Saturday morning is expected to be around minus 10 degrees to minus 12 degrees.
Every time arctic air drops south, and temperatures plummet well below zero, social media lights up with a scary (and slightly cinematic) rumor called "exploding trees."
Covenant House in Detroit is on a mission to help those in need.
A man was shot and killed on Jan. 6 after leading deputies on a high-speed chase near downtown Ypsilanti.
With several weeks remaining in the winter season, some districts will have to apply for additional days.
Dangerous cold air is likely to wrap up this week and kick off the weekend in Southeast Michigan.
Sherrone Moore is charged with third-degree felony home invasion, as well as misdemeanor counts of stalking and of breaking and entering.
Dangerously cold air is in Friday's forecast for Southeast Michigan, leading to a day off school for many students.
Our actual air temperature on Saturday morning is expected to be around minus 10 degrees to minus 12 degrees.
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who stopped at the Detroit Auto Show, claimed that efforts by the administration to reverse the Biden-era electric vehicle policies will make cars more affordable again, including rolling back fuel efficiency standards.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $2.96 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
The 2026 Detroit Auto Show opened to the public on Saturday. Some people at the show think the Trump administration is doing a good job of making cars more affordable. Others disagree.
The Detroit Auto Show's Charity Preview is Friday night, and CBS News Detroit is taking you there.
The North American International Auto Show in Detroit once dedicated an entire track on its coveted show floor to getting consumers comfortable with electric vehicles and charging.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
The James Beard Foundation has announced its 2026 semifinalist list, which includes chefs and venues from Michigan.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
Milford Independent Cinema has been a staple in its southeast Michigan community for decades.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
The Office of Management and Budget is seeking data about federal funding to 14 states and localities led by Democrats, including information from universities, and nonprofits within those states.
GM and other automakers have committed to expand their U.S. manufacturing since the Trump administration imposed tariffs on foreign-made vehicles.
Airlines are waiving change fees, but passengers are limited in terms of when and where they can rebook travel.
The 2025 national homicide rate might be the lowest recorded in the U.S. since 1900.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan has started to offer vasectomy services in Grand Rapids, with plans to expand the procedure across the state.
At certain temperatures and especially with wind chill, health experts said it can take minutes for frostbite or hypothermia to set in.
Officials in Oakland County, Michigan, say they will establish a committee in an effort to strengthen long-term water safety after Legionella bacteria were detected at two different area facilities last month.
While the termination of these substance abuse and mental health service funds is now reversed, the 48-hour rollercoaster is creating uncertainty and distrust from organizations relying on those dollars.
The U.S. House of Representatives approved Thursday a three-year extension of subsidies for the Affordable Care Act.
The Baltimore Ravens have hired defensive-minded Jesse Minter as their new head coach, the team announced on Thursday.
Detroit Lions offensive tackle Dan Skipper announced on Thursday that he is retiring after nine seasons in the NFL and has his sights set on coaching.
Sherrone Moore is charged with third-degree felony home invasion, as well as misdemeanor counts of stalking and of breaking and entering.
The Detroit Pistons cruised to a 112-104 win over the New Orleans Pelicans for their fourth straight victory.
Dylan Larkin scored at 3:07 of overtime as the Detroit Red Wings downed the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 on Wednesday night.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
The focus is on health, as Dusty Mysen, a father of four from Oxford, diagnosed with pancreatic cancer several years ago, who underwent aggressive therapy, is now cancer-free five years later.
The roundtable discusses efforts by political and corporate leaders to raise the bar and improve K-12 education with a focus on raising reading scores.
With one in eight adults at risk for kidney disease, Dr. Silas Norman, a University of Michigan doctor specializing in kidney health, and Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of Detroit Regional Chamber, appear on Michigan Matters.
The winter season not only impacts cars but also your wallet. Henry Decker, vice president of gas sales and supply at DTE, breaks down ways to lower costs and stay warm.
The winter season can impact your wallet. Henry Decker, vice president of gas sales and supply at DTE, breaks down ways to lower costs and stay warm.
Wind chills dive quickly tonight with dangerous cold throughout the day Friday.
Dozens of schools have been canceling classes more than once in the last week, and many districts are close to reaching the maximum number of days allotted for snow days.
A woman's body was found outside, behind a trash bin, in Southeast Michigan, under circumstances that a local official calls heartbreaking.