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Experts say such weather extremes could become more commonplace.
The power outages are a headache for many. One Ecorse mother says her apartment is reaching below-freezing temperatures inside.
Monday marked the sixth day without any electricity. Some have been resorting to dangerous ways to stay warm.
Some Michigan residents faced a fourth straight day without power Sunday as crews continued work to restore electricity to more than 165,000 homes and businesses in the greater Detroit area following last week's ice storm.
After southeast Michigan was hit with a winter storm Wednesday, power outages have piled up in the region.
DTE Energy said 90 percent of power will be restored by Friday night to the more than 500,000 customers left in the dark due to this week's ice storm.
Meals are available on a first come, first served basis, for those in need of a hot meal.
The Dearborn Public School District announced several schools are closed Friday due to power outages.
The City of Dearborn will be distributing free dry ice to residents after Wednesday's ice storm left thousands in Michigan without power.
As thousands of customers in Michigan are still without power following Wednesday's ice storm, several communities have opened warming centers for residents to use.
Dearborn Police and Fire hand out free bags of dry ice to residents without power one day after ice storm.
The wintry mix hit hard in the northern U.S., closing schools, offices, even shutting down the Minnesota Legislature.
Crews worked around the clock Thursday to get their lights back, clearing downed trees and power lines which closed many streets throughout Lenawee County.
DTE Energy believes some of the 485,000 customers who lost power will be in the dark until Sunday.
Michigan State Police is reminding residents to use caution after the winter storm brought wind, ice, snow, power outages and downed power lines to several areas throughout the state.
Strong winds in Metro Detroit on Feb. 15 left more than 10,000 DTE customers without power.
Some people are still without power as of Friday night, but DTE Energy said crews will work through the holiday weekend until power is restored to everyone.
DTE Energy officials held a press conference to answer questions and discuss its storm response following severe weather.
More than 400,000 customers across Michigan and Indiana lost power Monday, utilities reported, as severe thunderstorms packing winds as high as 60 mph hour (96 kilometers per hour) raked the region.
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Thousands are still without power after a wind advisory in effect for southeast Michigan.
Residents in Melvindale are waking up Friday morning in the dark.
Large pockets of power outages across metro Detroit are impacting more than 4,000 DTE Energy customers.
There is no word yet on the cause of the outages, but service is expected to by tonight or early tomorrow.
Hundreds of customers remain without power as a result of storms that rolled across the state.
Riley Greene doubled home two runs to tie the score with two outs in the ninth inning, and Colt Keith followed with the winning single as the streaking Detroit Tigers rallied past the Kansas City Royals 10-9 in a wild game delayed twice by rain.
Concerns are growing in Monroe County, Michigan, where some residents in Whiteford Township say their wells are running dry.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer toured the Cheboygan Lock and Dam Complex on Thursday as crews work to keep the dam from failing due to high water levels.
Drivers who commute through Royal Oak on 10 Mile Road near Woodward Avenue are dealing with major traffic issues this week.
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield said she wants city government and police to be proactive in responding to safety issues like block parties, drag racing and conflict resolution as temperatures rise into the summer.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer toured the Cheboygan Lock and Dam Complex on Thursday as crews work to keep the dam from failing due to high water levels.
In downtown Cheboygan, Michigan, businesses are preparing for possible flooding as water levels remain high at Cheboygan Lock and Dam Complex.
Water levels have hit their highest level yet at the Cheboygan Lock and Dam Complex in Northern Lower Michigan.
A tornado has been confirmed in Branch County, adding to those already reported from the April 14-15 severe weather outbreak.
Riley Greene doubled home two runs to tie the score with two outs in the ninth inning, and Colt Keith followed with the winning single as the streaking Detroit Tigers rallied past the Kansas City Royals 10-9 in a wild game delayed twice by rain.
At a gas station in Detroit, owner Mohamad Mallah, known to customers as Big Moe, decided to give back in a big way.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $3.87 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared an energy emergency in eight Southeast Michigan counties amid rising gas prices across the state.
General Motors has announced that it's making another round of layoffs at its Factory Zero plant in Metro Detroit. The latest round, the second this year, impacts roughly 1,300 workers and is due to a readjustment of operations amid declining electric vehicle demand.
Cities in Michigan lose big tax revenue from pollution-control tax breaks, and many do not track what they give up.
Motown may be Detroit's most famous sound, but it's far from the only one.
Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate Paul Stanley.
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
Restaurants are being considered for the new Michelin Guide American Great Lakes Edition, set to be revealed in 2027.
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Riley Greene doubled home two runs to tie the score with two outs in the ninth inning, and Colt Keith followed with the winning single as the streaking Detroit Tigers rallied past the Kansas City Royals 10-9 in a wild game delayed twice by rain.
As the conflict in the Middle East drives up prices at the pump, experts say suspending gas and diesel taxes isn't the easy fix it may appear to be.
A federal agency will open a portal on April 20 that lets businesses apply for a refund for Trump tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court.
Wenceel Pérez hit a go-ahead homer in the eighth inning and the Detroit Tigers won their fifth straight game, beating the Kansas City Royals 2-1.
According to his attorney, Brian Hooker plans to return to the Bahamas as the search for his wife, Lynette Hooker, continues.
University of Michigan president-elect Kent Syverud announced Wednesday that he is being treated for a form of brain cancer.
Autism in the D is hosting a "Weekend of Inclusivity," featuring two events aimed at supporting families and highlighting gaps in autism resources across the city.
Dominic Weber and Haylie Reeves met at North Star Reach as campers in 2016.
The Detroit Health Department is hosting a Public Health Week through Saturday, April 11, to provide resources in neighborhoods.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is encouraging parents to consider moving up their children's vaccines against the measles in seven counties.
Riley Greene doubled home two runs to tie the score with two outs in the ninth inning, and Colt Keith followed with the winning single as the streaking Detroit Tigers rallied past the Kansas City Royals 10-9 in a wild game delayed twice by rain.
The Detroit Lions were not very aggressive in NFL free agency, choosing to save salary cap space to sign some key players to long-term extensions.
Wenceel Pérez hit a go-ahead homer in the eighth inning and the Detroit Tigers won their fifth straight game, beating the Kansas City Royals 2-1.
The Detroit Tigers have agreed to an eight-year, $150 million contract extension with rookie infielder Kevin McGonigle.
Kenley Jansen got his 479th save, moving past Lee Smith for sole possession of third place on the career list, and the Detroit Tigers rallied from an eighth-inning deficit to beat the Kansas City Royals 2-1 for their fourth straight win.
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The roundtable discusses the dramatic impact AI is having in the classroom, at companies and inside homes.
There's a focus on Michigan's defense industry as a national convention comes to Detroit in a few weeks, with over 11,000 people expected at Huntington Place.
Dave Coulter updates Oakland County's move to its new offices in downtown Pontiac and when that might take place.
Gardner White opened doors in Detroit in 1912, and the retailer continues to expand with nine new stores planned this year.
Concerns are growing in Monroe County, Michigan, where some residents in Whiteford Township say their wells are running dry.
Dry conditions finally give us a break on Friday, with another round of rain and storms on Saturday morning.
Drivers who commute through Royal Oak on 10 Mile Road near Woodward Avenue are dealing with major traffic issues this week.
Crews are racing the clock in Cheboygan and working to keep the dam from failing as water levels remain a major concern.
The National Weather Service confirmed what many in Ann Arbor already suspected: a tornado touched down early Wednesday morning.