Michigan educators express frustration as state budget talks continue
Michigan lawmakers bought themselves more time by passing a continuation budget on Wednesday, but the ongoing delay has frustrated school officials and education advocates.
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Michigan lawmakers bought themselves more time by passing a continuation budget on Wednesday, but the ongoing delay has frustrated school officials and education advocates.
The first government shutdown in nearly seven years got underway as Republicans and Democrats remained at an impasse over 2025 funding.
Michigan leaders said state government operations will "run as normal" while legislative leaders finalize the upcoming budget.
President Trump said on Saturday he will send troops to Portland, Oregon, as his deployments expand to more cities across the U.S.
The Michigan Secretary of State's office says absentee ballots are now available for the November election.
Lawmakers have been struggling to pass a budget since earlier this year, initially missing their July 1 deadline.
It's a race against time for Michigan lawmakers as they work toward a state budget agreement by the Oct. 1 deadline.
Michigan is expanding a program to help incarcerated people obtain driver's licenses or state identification cards, something advocates say will increase the odds they are successful in returning to society.
"I think that those tactics are unwarranted and not something we're going to be asking," Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said.
Michigan is less than two weeks away from a potential state government shutdown on Oct. 1 if lawmakers can't reach an agreement on the budget.
The Trump administration is trying to persuade a federal judge that Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's attempt to shut down part of an aging pipeline interferes with U.S. foreign policy.
"This isn't just paperwork; it's people's lives and the stability of our state," a United Auto Workers official said about a threatened Michigan shutdown.
Vance's message immediately garnered reaction from Detroiters, with some telling CBS News Detroit that they do not want the military in Motor City.
Vice President JD Vance returned to Michigan Wednesday afternoon with a visit to a precision metal stamping facility in Howell.
A Michigan court has ordered the takedown or blocking of websites that allegedly claim to be associated with the Democratic and Republican national committees.
Former President Barack Obama addressed recent acts of political violence during remarks at a Pennsylvania nonprofit on Tuesday.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says uncertainty is costing Michigan "time, money, opportunities and jobs."
As Congress nears sending the U.S. into a government shutdown, Michigan faces its own.
Officials did provide the exact location but said Vance will visit a "precision metal stamping facility" and "deliver remarks on President Trump's tax cuts for working families and businesses."
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer continues to speak out against political violence after the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk and threats made against state officials, including Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist.
Over 300 lawsuits challenging many of Trump's second-term plans have been winding through federal courts, and a handful may be poised for Supreme Court review.
In a statement, Gilchrist says the threat has since been cleared.
A state government shutdown isn't new to Michigan. However, the government could face another potential shutdown if the state budget does not reach the Michigan Senate by Oct. 1.
Former Michigan Sen. Adam Hollier announced on Wednesday that he is dropping his bid for Congress to pursue the Michigan Secretary of State seat.
Detroit mayoral candidates Mary Sheffield and Solomon Kinloch want to lead the city as the next top local official. CBS News Detroit reached out to both candidates for an interview to discuss their plans for the city's future.
The graduates, who are part of MCHS Family of Services' independent living and residential programs, have overcome significant obstacles, including foster care, trauma, instability and frequent school changes.
The increased police presence at the Ann Arbor City Council meeting on Monday evening has raised concerns among residents and prompted discussion about why the city felt the need to deploy them.
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development says it will be implementing new animal import requirements after the flesh-eating New World screwworm was detected in the U.S.
Here's what to know ahead of the annual event in downtown Detroit.
A mother in St. Clair Shores is speaking out after her 14-year-old son and his friend, also 14 years-old, were involved in a hit and run while riding their e-bikes.
The increased police presence at the Ann Arbor City Council meeting on Monday evening raised concerns among residents.
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development says it will be implementing new animal import requirements after the flesh-eating New World screwworm was detected in the U.S.
The City of Detroit will invoke an earlier teen curfew than usual for a summer night in conjunction with the 2026 Ford Fireworks show.
The Michigan attorney general's office is investigating a gas station on Middlebelt Road, near Detroit Metro's rental car lots.
The graduates, who are part of MCHS Family of Services' independent living and residential programs, have overcome significant obstacles, including foster care, trauma, instability and frequent school changes.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
The United Auto Workers announced on Wednesday a tentative agreement with American Axle in Three Rivers, Michigan, ending a 10-day strike.
American Axle, which is headquartered in Detroit, is a Tier 1 supplier to General Motors. UAW members have launched a strike at its Three Rivers site.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
A well-known jazz club in Detroit is hitting a new high note. After going dark in May for renovations, Baker's Keyboard Lounge is reopening to the public.
The United States is co-hosting the World Cup for the first time in more than 30 years, and organizations and businesses in Metro Detroit are making sure sports fans have a place to watch the competition.
The project, called "The Stories of Us," invites communities across the country to reflect on their past, present, and future.
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development says it will be implementing new animal import requirements after the flesh-eating New World screwworm was detected in the U.S.
The bills create a state voting rights act that prohibits state agencies or local governments from infringing on citizens' right to vote in Michigan.
Former NHL player Kyle Calder has died at age 47. The Alberta native spent a majority of his 10 years in the league with Chicago and also played for Philadelphia, Detroit, Los Angeles and Anaheim.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Colt Keith hit three home runs and the Detroit Tigers took down the Houston Astros 9-3 on Monday night.
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development says it will be implementing new animal import requirements after the flesh-eating New World screwworm was detected in the U.S.
Following claims of toxic mold at the Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility, the Michigan Department of Corrections says testing did not show "evidence of systemic black or toxic mold conditions."
The victim may have had a medical emergency before the vehicle went underwater, Grand Blanc Township police said.
New data from Flint's Rx Kids program shows an 18% reduction in preterm births and a 27% drop in low birth weights, and Detroit officials say they expect similar results as enrollment nears 3,000 families.
Feldman Automotive and the Wahlberg family teamed up to launch the outing six years ago, growing it into one of the region's top charity golf events.
What have only been renderings so far now jump off the page with the first 3D model of DCFC's future home.
Former NHL player Kyle Calder has died at age 47. The Alberta native spent a majority of his 10 years in the league with Chicago and also played for Philadelphia, Detroit, Los Angeles and Anaheim.
Hilary is officially headed to Hockeytown.
Colt Keith hit three home runs and the Detroit Tigers took down the Houston Astros 9-3 on Monday night.
Longtime Michigan State University basketball coach Tom Izzo calls the latest leadership shakeup "self-inflicted."
We're in the throes of the 100 most dangerous driving days of the year as more folks take to the road for vacations.
Four leaders appear in one-on-one conversations on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday to discuss their political futures and the road ahead in the 2026 midterms.
Bob Riney, president and CEO of Henry Ford Health, headlines Michigan Matters this Sunday, along with three other community champions who discuss important issues dissected at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
Wednesday's weather in Southeast Michigan will start off mostly sunny and warm; but widespread rain and thunderstorms are in the forecast for the evening. Here's a look at the potential for flooding and severe weather in Metro Detroit.
For a group of young men connected to MCHS Family of Services in Redford, Michigan, graduation is about much more than earning a diploma.
Increased police presence at the Ann Arbor City Council meeting on Monday evening has raised concerns among residents and prompted a discussion about why the city felt the need to deploy them.
A mother in St. Clair Shores, Michigan, is speaking out after her teenage son and his friend were hurt in a hit-and-run Monday evening while riding their e-bikes.
With the PWHL's trade freeze lifting on Tuesday, the league announced five-time U.S. Olympian Hilary Knight's trade to Detroit as part of a sign-and-trade agreement reached with fellow expansion team Las Vegas last week.