EPA continues monitoring Detroit River after diesel found in Trenton storm sewer
The Environmental Protection Agency says it is monitoring the Detroit River after a diesel oil spill was reported in Trenton.
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Meetings Planned For Public Response To Oil Pipeline Report
Environmental groups say the pipelines are old and should be decommissioned, while the company says they're in good shape.
Crews Cleaning Diesel Fuel Spill After Farmer Ruptures Line
8,400 gallons of fuel were released Friday after a farmer working in his field drove some equipment over the line, causing the rupture.
Pipeline Oil Spill Exercise Planned For St. Clair River
The pipeline is known as Line 5, which carries light crude and liquid natural gas across much of Michigan's Upper Peninsula and beneath the Straits of Mackinac before heading southeast to refineries in Sarnia, Ontario.
US Forest Service Awaits Testing From U.P. Oil Spill Site
U.S. Forest Service officials are awaiting results from groundwater monitoring wells to help determine environmental damage caused by an oil spill in Michigan's Upper Peninsula in 1980, which they say they were unaware of until 2012.
Enbridge Predicts $62M In Fines, Penalties Tied To Kalamazoo River Oil Spill
Approximately 20,000 barrels of oil spilled into the Kalamazoo River from a ruptured line in 2010.
Crews Cleaning Up Oil Overflow At Cook Nuclear Plant
Plant officials say they don't know what caused the transformer failure.
Hundreds Of Miles Of Michigan Shoreline At Risk If Straits Of Mackinac Pipelines Burst
Canadian company Enbridge says the pipelines have never leaked and remain in good shape, but environmentalists are pushing to have them removed.
Authorities Seeking Source Of 300-Gallon Oil Spill In Shiawassee County Drain
Crews are estimating the spill in a county drain in Owosso Township to be about 300 gallons.
Feds Want Tougher Rules For Oil Pipelines Citing Michigan's Eco-Disaster
U.S. officials say they want tighter safety rules for pipelines carrying crude oil, gasoline and other hazardous liquids.
Senators Want Ban On Vessel Shipments Of Oil On Great Lakes
Michigan's U.S. senators are calling for a ban on shipments of crude oil by vessels on the Great Lakes.
Activists Return To Site Of Massive 2010 Oil Pipeline Spill In Battle Creek
The Enbridge spill released more than 800,000 gallons of oil from a broken pipeline in 2010. It spoiled approximately 40 miles of the Kalamazoo River and Talmadge Creek.
Officials Say Clinton River Is Safe For Swimming After Oil Spill Cleanup
Health officials say it's now safe to swim in the Clinton River.
Deal Reached Between Michigan, Enbridge Over 2010 Oil Spill
A company responsible for one of the largest inland oil spills in U.S. history will restore or create 300 acres of wetlands as part of a sweeping agreement with the state.
New Rules Proposed As 5-Year Anniversary Of Oil Spill Nears
Almost five years after the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, the Obama administration has proposed new regulations aimed at strengthening oversight of offshore oil drilling equipment and ensuring that out-of-control wells can be sealed in an emergency.
BP To Sell Part Of Its Gulf Of Mexico Stake To Chevron
BP is selling part of its stake in an emerging oil-producing region in the Gulf of Mexico to Chevron, and the two companies, along with Conoco Phillips, will work to develop the fields together.
Officials Look Into Oil Leak Along Lake Michigan
About 2,000 gallons is believed to have leaked from an oil cooling system on one of the two turbines at the Donald C. Cook Nuclear Plant in Lake Township near Bridgman.
Oil Spill In The Straits Of Mackinac Would Be Ecological Disaster Says U-M Study
An oil spill in the Straits of Mackinac would be an ecological disaster - according to a new study from the University of Michigan.
Michigan: No Long-Term Health Risk From K-Zoo Oil Spill
Michigan's health agency says there's no long-term health risk from swimming and fishing in the Kalamazoo River.
Scio Residents Fear Oil Drilling In Township Could Contaminate Their Drinking Water
It's a debate raging in Washtenaw County ... to drill or not to drill?
Enbridge Asks EPA For Extension To Finish Dredging Kalamazoo River
The pipeline company said the request is due in part to opposition by some area residents to the parts of the work.
Brewery Sues Over Oil Spill Cleanup Dredging Plan
A brewery has sued over a plan for dredging sediments as part of the cleanup from the Kalamazoo River oil spill three years ago.
Kalamazoo River Cleanup Plan Prompts Concerns
A dredging plan to help clean up the Kalamazoo River after a 2010 southwestern Michigan oil spill has prompted concerns from area residents and the owner of Bell's Brewery.
Officials: Oil Spill In Red Run River Contained
Officials say a 20 to 50 gallon oil spill in the Red Run River near Warren and Sterling Heights has been contained.
Police And Fire Officials On The Scene Of Oil Spill In Macomb County
Police are confirming that there is some kind of oil spill in the area of 14 Mile and Hoover roads.
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DEA Says Cartels Targeting Kids on Social Media To Sell Fentanyl
The DEA said the feds seized millions of pills and nearly a thousand pounds of fentanyl.
Vacant school building in Detroit set for demolition
A vacant school building in Southwest Detroit that's become quite the eyesore is coming down.
More than 1.3M gallons of partially-treated wastewater released in Huron River, officials say
The City of Ann Arbor says a total of 1,375,000 gallons of partially-treated wastewater was discharged in the Huron River.
The current average price of insulin is $98 a vial
The current average price of insulin is $98 a vial.
Michigan commission orders audit of DTE, Consumers Energy power outage, safety compliance
The Michigan Public Service Commission on Wednesday ordered an audit of DTE Energy and Consumers Energy in response to the public's frustration with widespread and extended power outages.
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DEA Says Cartels Targeting Kids on Social Media To Sell Fentanyl
The DEA said the feds seized millions of pills and nearly a thousand pounds of fentanyl.
Vacant school building in Detroit set for demolition
A vacant school building in Southwest Detroit that's become quite the eyesore is coming down.
Sign up for the 2022 Pro Football Challenge
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More than 1.3M gallons of partially-treated wastewater released in Huron River, officials say
The City of Ann Arbor says a total of 1,375,000 gallons of partially-treated wastewater was discharged in the Huron River.
The current average price of insulin is $98 a vial
The current average price of insulin is $98 a vial.
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Michigan board approves $400 million to advance EV batteries
A Michigan economic development board approved more than $400 million in state incentives Wednesday for two battery facilities estimated to cost $4 billion and bring 4,500 jobs to the state.
EV charging company launches its first US manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills
FLO, which is a leading North American EV charging company, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new facility in Auburn Hills, which is expected to help create 730 jobs in 2028, including 133 jobs in 2023.
US auto sales to fall a bit in 3Q, even with September gains
New vehicle sales in the U.S. are expected to have fallen slightly in the third quarter, even with improvement in September. But there are warning signs that consumers' appetite for expensive new cars, trucks and SUVs may be waning.
Revamped Detroit Auto Show now also features new flying tech
The Air Mobility Experience features displays and demonstrations from six air mobility innovators — representing five countries — that include electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, a hoverbike, a hoverboard and a jet suit.
Ford shuffles management, seeks new global supply chain head
Ford is restructuring its vehicle development and supply chain operations, shuffling multiple executives just days after announcing that it would build up to 45,000 vehicles with parts missing due to shortages.
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Loretta Lynn, country music queen, dies at age 90
Loretta Lynn's frank songs about life and love as a woman in Appalachia pulled her out of poverty and made her a pillar of country music.
Get ready to geek out at Motor City Comic Con
Michigan's largest pop-cultural event returns next weekend.
"The Price Is Right At Night" primetime special welcomes "Young Sheldon" stars
An audience of twins competes for double the prizes since Armitage and Revord play twins on "Young Sheldon."
"East New York" premiere set for Sunday, Oct. 2
Amanda Warren stars as the newly promoted boss of the 74th precinct in a working class Brooklyn neighborhood in the midst of social upheaval.
For Naomi Judd's family, tour is a chance to grieve, reflect
Fans of Naomi Judd, the late matriarch of the Grammy-winning country duo The Judds, will have a chance to say goodbye and rejoice in their hits in a final tour helmed by daughter Wynonna and all-star musical partners.
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Musk proposes going ahead with $44 billion Twitter purchase
Tesla CEO had faced long odds of convincing a court to let him walk away from his $44 billion acquisition.
Loretta Lynn, country music queen, dies at age 90
Loretta Lynn's frank songs about life and love as a woman in Appalachia pulled her out of poverty and made her a pillar of country music.
Hurricane Ian death toll rises to at least 103
With the death toll rising, FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said the federal government was ready to help in a huge way.
Fishing tournament rocked by weight-stuffing cheating scandal
A Lake Erie fishing tournament ended with the event's winners caught up in a cheating controversy.
Ex-eBay execs get prison time for sending live spiders to reporters
In terror campaign, eBay employees stalked online newsletter publishers and sent disturbing deliveries to their home.
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Whitmer signs executive directive exploring lower costs, possible manufacturing of insulin
An executive directive signed Monday by Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will explore ways to lower the cost and possibly manufacture insulin in the state.
Listeria outbreak prompts Michigan company to recall cheeses sold at dozen retailers
Old Europe Cheese, Inc., based in Benton Harbor, is issuing a voluntary recall of its Brie and Camembert cheeses because of a possible outbreak of listeria, according to the US Food and Drug Administration.
MDHHS: Free COVID-19 tests available for residents through Rockefeller Foundation partnership
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is announcing the availability of an additional 289,000 COVID-19 tests through its expanded partnership with the Rockefeller Foundation through Project Act.
Canada to lift COVID-19 border, travel restrictions Oct. 1
Canada will remove all COVID-19 restrictions for travelers entering the country on Oct. 1, including testing, quarantine, and isolation requirements, Canada's government announced Monday.
Canada likely to drop vaccine requirement to enter
Officials say the requirement is likely to end by Sept. 30.
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Fishing tournament rocked by weight-stuffing cheating scandal
A Lake Erie fishing tournament ended with the event's winners caught up in a cheating controversy.
Red Wings' sources of hope: Moritz Seider & Lucas Raymond
The Detroit Red Wings have faded from relevance in the NHL due to a lack of stars. Help appears to be on the way with Moritz Seider and Lucas Raymond.
Pistons guard Cade Cunningham bulked up for 2nd NBA season
Cade Cunningham packed on about 10 pounds of muscle in his first NBA offseason, hoping the added weight will help him lift his game and the Detroit Pistons to another level.
Detroit Lions travel to Minnesota to face NFC North rival
The Detroit Lions (1-1) head on the road to face their NFC North rival, the Minnesota Vikings.
Detroit Lions' Chris Board takes over school, becomes acting principal
Detroit Lions linebacker Chris Board is giving back to the community in a major way.
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Whitmer vs. Dixon: The Candidates Weigh In!
It was not a debate, per se, but the two candidates running for governor stopped by CBS Detroit to appear on "Michigan Matters" and answer questions about key issues.
Michigan Matters: Shining Light Awards & YMCA celebrates Aretha Franklin
It's a show celebrating community champions as the three Shining Light Award honorees selected this year – Gilda Jacobs, Kirk Mayes and Charity Dean – appear on "Michigan Matters" to talk about it and their efforts to lift our region.
Michigan Matters: Riding with the big wheels at the Detroit Auto Show
Senior Producer/Host Carol Cain, along with Megg Jacobs and Logan Tesmer travel to the Detroit Auto Show to talk to leaders about electrification of vehicles, Michigan and Detroit capitalizing in on these trends, and road for our region.
Michigan Matters: Detroit Auto Show zooms into Motor City
Finally, after a three year hiatus, the Detroit Auto Show is back with many new features which Rod Alberts, Executive Director of the Detroit Auto Dealers Association, talked about during taping of CBS Detroit's "Michigan Matters."
Michigan Matters: Sen. Gary Peters' big ride; the Roundtable on election 2022
Fresh from his annual trek across the state in his Harley to talk to constituents, U.S. Senator Gary Peters stopped by CBS Detroit to appear on "Michigan Matters" and talk about issues and politics.
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NEXT Weather Forecast October 5th, 2022 (Tonight)
One more day of heat evolves into a wet, and chilly, night. Meteorologist Ahmad Bajjey shows us when the coolest air arrives.
MDOT seeking public feedback on Woodward Loop project
The Michigan Department of Transportation is seeking public input on the Woodward Loop conversion project in Pontiac.
Chase opens virtual call center in Corktown
J.P. Morgan Chase is launching a virtual call center in Detroit to advance racial equity in employment.
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