Downed Line Knocks Out Power Along Woodward
Authorities say a downed power line along Woodward Avenue is causing about 1,400 outages.
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Authorities say a downed power line along Woodward Avenue is causing about 1,400 outages.
Wednesday is a Count Day -- which is directly tied to a school's per-pupil funding from the state.
A power cable failed at a substation in northwest Detroit earlier Tuesday forcing some schools to cancel classes.
DPS announced Tuesday that four Detroit public lighting substations have failures.
Hundreds of west side Detroit students were sent home early after a power outage forced the closure of more than 30 schools.
Michigan regulators plan to investigate power outages stemming from a pre-Christmas holiday ice storm that knocked out service to about 660,000 customers.
Fewer than 32,000 homes and businesses remain without power a week after a massive ice storm swept across parts of Michigan.
About 600,000 homes and businesses across Michigan lost power after last weekend's devastating ice storm.
"It underscores the inherent dangers that linemen face in restoration efforts in a storm like this," Lansing's Board of Water & Light spokesman Stephen Serkaian said.
The death toll in Michigan from last weekend's ice storm has risen to at least seven, and tens of thousands are still without power.
About 225,000 power outages remain following a weekend ice storm that blacked out at least 488,000 homes and businesses across the state.
The People Mover and Joe Louis Arena Parking Garage and pedestrian tunnels will likely be closed tonight due to a power failure in downtown Detroit.
Ice storms have caused hundreds of thousands of people throughout Michigan to lose power.
A 14-year-old Detroit boy has died, one week after he was shocked by a live wire.
DTE is just about done patching up the 302,000 power outages caused by severe storms that blew through the area last Sunday.
Power has been restored to more than a quarter of a million homes and businesses that were impacted by Sunday's severe storms.
Family members say Willadean Small had dementia and lived alone in the Galesburg house
DTE Energy says 90 percent of those who lost power should be back on the grid by Wednesday night.
It was a busy night for firefighters across Southeast Michigan because of the gusty winds and severe weather.
Crews have been working around the clock to restore power, but continuing high winds could slow the efforts.
High winds have knocked out power for roughly 22,000 homes and businesses in metro Detroit, and officials expect that number to grow.
- The third game of the American League Championship Series has been delayed due to a power outage at Comerica Park in Detroit.
Consumers Energy said since January 2011, more than 30 percent of substation outages have been caused by wildlife.
The power is still off in parts of Detroit.
A power outage is affecting WSU, the Frank Murphy Hall of Justice and the People Mover in Detroit.
Michigan faces a challenging season with six opponents in the preseason AP Top 25.
Michigan is reporting its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as EEE, since 2021.
Tyrone Noling has spent 30 years on death row for the double murder of an elderly Ohio couple that he insists he didn't commit.
A Detroit man faces multiple charges related to a narcotics smuggling investigation at Michigan state prison facilities.
A second Metro Detroit library has reported detecting bedbugs, resulting in a temporary closure of the branch for treatment and cleaning.
Tuesday's Dearborn City Council meeting was not business as usual, with anti-Islam protesters gathering before and during the meeting.
Michigan is reporting its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as EEE, since 2021.
Michigan's nine winning "I Voted" sticker designs for 2026 include a nap-ready cat, a nod to the sunken Edmund Fitzgerald, and a design built around the phrase "No, yeah."
Michigan faces a challenging season with six opponents in the preseason AP Top 25.
Tyrone Noling has spent 30 years on death row for the double murder of an elderly Ohio couple that he insists he didn't commit.
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."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Tyrone Noling has spent 30 years on death row for the double murder of an elderly Ohio couple that he insists he didn't commit.
Tuesday's Dearborn City Council meeting was not business as usual, with anti-Islam protesters gathering before and during the meeting.
Democratic Sen. Elissa Slotkin has asked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to confirm that he won't send troops to polling places during the midterm elections.
Michigan's nine winning "I Voted" sticker designs for 2026 include a nap-ready cat, a nod to the sunken Edmund Fitzgerald, and a design built around the phrase "No, yeah."
More than 7.2 million checks have been mailed so far, with millions more expected to go out this week, according to State Farm.
Michigan is reporting its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as EEE, since 2021.
A second Metro Detroit library has reported detecting bedbugs, resulting in a temporary closure of the branch for treatment and cleaning.
Large bags and shopping carts are banned from the Royal Oak Public Library as staff attempt to prevent a bedbug resurgence.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says a human case of influenza A H1N2 swine flu was detected in a person who was a participant at the Kent County Youth Fair.
A new executive order from President Trump is reshaping federal childhood vaccine recommendations and encouraging states to review their school immunization requirements, a move that comes as Michigan families prepare for the new school year.
Michigan faces a challenging season with six opponents in the preseason AP Top 25.
Braxton Ashcraft allowed five hits over eight efficient innings, Oneil Cruz homered in his return from the injured list, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Detroit Tigers 4-1.
Kevin McGonigle hit a two-run homer, and the Detroit Tigers held off the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-5 on Monday night and moved into a three-way tie for the final AL wild-card spot.
LIV Golf is ending its season one tournament early.
Western Michigan's Dan Bartholomae has been hired as Michigan State's athletic director.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
A trial has begun in federal court in California, where nearly 30 states are suing Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, on accusations of intentionally designing a product that is addictive to youth. CBS News has this report.
Hundreds of people remain stranded in Hawaii after Hurricane Lala created catastrophic flooding. Here's a recap of the damage and what needs to be remediated.
Anti-Islam protesters gathered before and during the Dearborn city council meeting on Tuesday, which was moved to a larger location to accommodate the potential crowds. Here's a recap of the situation as of Wednesday morning.
President Trump has delayed a new round of tariffs on Canadian imports that was to take effect on Wednesday. Should they take effect, the auto industry is among those expected to be affected. CBS Detroit has this report.
Anti-Islam protesters and Dearborn community members attend the city council meeting. The new round of Canadian import tariffs is delayed. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.