Hamtramck council approves paying mayor's legal fees in absentee ballot dispute
Some residents questioned whether taxpayer money should be used to fund the mayor's legal fight, especially as the city faces financial challenges.
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Some residents questioned whether taxpayer money should be used to fund the mayor's legal fight, especially as the city faces financial challenges.
Michigan's gubernatorial primary election day is Aug. 4, and Democrats will choose between Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson.
Detroit officials say those concerns aren't backed by evidence and don't reflect how the city conducts its elections.
Michigan's gubernatorial primary election day is Aug. 4, and Republicans will choose between businessman Perry Johnson and U.S. Rep. John James.
Democrats will choose between Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson.
Democrats will choose between Congresswoman Haley Stevens and former director of the Wayne County Department of Health, Human and Veterans Services, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, in the U.S. Senate race.
Republicans will choose between businessman Perry Johnson and U.S. Representative John James in the gubernatorial race.
Ballots will look different depending on the county and municipality in which residents are voting. But the three proposals are statewide, so they'll appear no matter where you're casting your vote.
Here's a look at what's on the ballot in Southeast Michigan.
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.
The Michigan chapter of the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR) is condemning a Farmington Public Schools board trustee's comments that many claim were aimed at U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed as anti-Arab racism.
President Trump's visit to Michigan comes as early voting has begun for the state's Aug. 4 primary.
After nearly two weeks of nightly strikes on Iran, the U.S. military paused bombing for the past two days. Iran's military also said it halted retaliatory attacks. The moves come amid the release of a CBS News Poll regarding Americans' feelings about the conflict. Olivia Gazis reports.
With less than two weeks before the Michigan primary election, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorsed Democratic Congresswoman Haley Stevens in the contentious U.S. Senate race.
As Washtenaw County prosecutor, Eli Savit ended cash bail and decriminalized mushrooms as well as consensual sex work. Some Republicans worry his progressivism goes "too far" to be Michigan's Attorney General.
Trump accused Canada of unfairly discriminating against U.S. automobiles, alcohol and dairy products, escalating tensions with one of the United States' closest allies.
The pro-Israel group's record spending on Rep. Haley Stevens has reshaped the Michigan Democratic Senate primary against progressive Abdul El-Sayed ahead of the Aug. 4 vote.
The list of Michigan gubernatorial candidates continues to grow ahead of the 2026 midterm election. Here's a list of candidates who announced they are running.
Former Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox has dropped out of the state's 2026 gubernatorial race.
President Trump alleged the U.S. election system falls catastrophically short and called out a closed FBI investigation into a 2020 Michigan voter registration drive, drawing sharp responses from state officials on both sides.
Detroit had the worst air quality in the world on Thursday because of the fine particulate matter in the atmosphere.
Part of President Trump's speech Thursday night is expected to touch on previously unreported alleged Chinese meddling in U.S. elections, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is calling on data center companies that want to invest in Michigan to support a "responsible growth" plan.
Lulgjuraj cites that part of the reason for his campaign suspension was his opponent, Michael Bouchard, receiving an endorsement from President Trump.
The 1.5-mile-long bridge, which spans the Detroit River and connects the Motor City with Windsor, Ontario, is expected to open on July 27.
ShaWanna Gajewski says Inkster's mayor demeaned her at her own groundbreaking and stalled her 72-home project after she refused to build him a house.
Charges against a 35-year-old Detroit father who was accused of crashing a motorcycle and leaving his 1-year-old daughter injured at the scene have been dismissed, according to court records.
Democratic Sen. Elissa Slotkin urged President Trump to make this issue a "centerpiece of your talks with President Xi."
Temple Israel, a Detroit-area synagogue, has spent the last six months rebuilding after a terror attack destroyed parts of the building.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new group of files about unidentified anomalous phenomena, or UAP or UFOs, including a batch of documents regarding a mysterious military program studying aerospace threats.
Michigan's gas and diesel prices have risen noticeably every day this week, with gas prices inching closer to $5 a gallon and diesel prices continuing to set records, AAA says.
Stevie Wonder's two December shows at the Fox Theatre sold out, with some tickets listed for thousands of dollars. That's raising questions about what Michigan's new "Taylor Swift" ticket law actually protects fans from.
ShaWanna Gajewski says Inkster's mayor demeaned her at her own groundbreaking and stalled her 72-home project after she refused to build him a house.
A new pilot program launched in Detroit is testing technology designed to help fire and EMS vehicles move through intersections faster by communicating with traffic signals before they arrive.
Temple Israel, a Detroit-area synagogue, has spent the last six months rebuilding after a terror attack destroyed parts of the building.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The spike in prices has also sparked differing opinions among drivers about who's to blame.
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."
If you're looking for sunshine in Metro Detroit, Friday is the day to seek it out.
Stevie Wonder's shows at the Fox Theatre sold out, with some tickets listed for thousands of dollars. That's raising questions about what Michigan's "Taylor Swift" ticket law actually protects fans from.
The list of 50 restaurants is made from a team of 16 scouters who travel the country and try food at all kinds of places, according to the NYT.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud told rapper Macklemore he's "always welcome in Dearborn" after venues on Ed Sheeran's stadium tour refused to include him.
Democratic Sen. Elissa Slotkin urged President Trump to make this issue a "centerpiece of your talks with President Xi."
Temple Israel, a Detroit-area synagogue, has spent the last six months rebuilding after a terror attack destroyed parts of the building.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new group of files about unidentified anomalous phenomena, or UAP or UFOs, including a batch of documents regarding a mysterious military program studying aerospace threats.
Josh Allen and the Bills put on a show in a 41-31 win over the Detroit Lions in the first regular-season game at Highmark Stadium.
Michael Desronvil, the lone holdout juror in the high-profile Lindsay Clancy murder trial, said he "didn't have any doubts" during deliberations.
Thursday marks one year since Michigan Medicine ended gender-affirming care for young patients
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
The school immunization waiver rate climbed to 7.1% last year from 6.2% in 2024, the fifth straight year of decline and the highest exemption rate since 2010. Michigan is now outpacing the national average.
The standardbred-Friesian mare is currently undergoing treatment and is believed to be unvaccinated, according to state officials.
A new four-legged team member is already making an impact on students at Polk Elementary School in Dearborn Heights.
Josh Allen and the Bills put on a show in a 41-31 win over the Detroit Lions in the first regular-season game at Highmark Stadium.
Munetaka Murakami hit his team-leading 32nd home run as the Chicago White Sox tied with Cleveland for first place in the AL Central with a 3-1 win over the Detroit Tigers.
There are several ways fans can watch and stream Thursday's game.
An NCAA football committee says that while it cannot overturn Western Michigan's loss to Michigan earlier this month, it acknowledges the game would have had a different outcome if replay protocols were followed.
Myles Straw had two hits and an RBI, Max Scherzer allowed one run in five innings for his second win in four starts and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Tigers 5-1, ending Detroit's winning streak at six.
At the top of the list is the open U.S. Senate contest between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers.
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.
Multiple lane and road closures began Friday morning on Harper Avenue in Harper Woods. Here's the traffic report.
Megan Dietz, director of operations at the Salvation Army of Southeastern Michigan, speaks about customers finding Halloween costumes at the agency's thrift shops, whether they choose premade outfits or one-of-a-kind creations made from other attire.
Both Princess Jasmine and Chalupa are available at Michigan Humane's Berman Center for Animal Care in Westland.
A federal judge on Thursday ordered the Trump administration to give 30 days' notice before any "demolition" occurs at the Kennedy Center. Meanwhile, President Trump says he's facing a big decision on Iran while complaints continue over gas prices. CBS News has this report.
A bird strike is a possible cause of an F-16 fighter crash in northern Michigan on Thursday. The pilot was injured and is receiving medical care. CBS Detroit has this report.