Power Returns To Most Detroit Schools Just In Time For Count Day
Wednesday is a Count Day -- which is directly tied to a school's per-pupil funding from the state.
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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.
A DTE Energy spokesperson tells WWJ that the fire happened around 8 p.m. at the Garfield substation, and roughly 3,000 customers have been affected.
Chicago collected 11 hits while improving to 23-10 in its last 33 games, bouncing back nicely after losing 8-6 in 10 innings in the series opener on Monday night.
Detroit police are investigating after they say two men and a woman were hurt in a drive-by shooting on Tuesday.
Trump accused Canada of unfairly discriminating against U.S. automobiles, alcohol and dairy products, escalating tensions with one of the United States' closest allies.
Bloomfield Township police released footage of the retail theft, asking for the public's help in identifying the group.
A Michigan Department of Corrections officer has been charged with allegedly opening a cell door and allowing an inmate to attack a fellow correction officer.
Trump accused Canada of unfairly discriminating against U.S. automobiles, alcohol and dairy products, escalating tensions with one of its closest allies.
Detroit police are investigating after they say two men and a woman were hurt in a drive-by shooting on Tuesday.
Bloomfield Township police released footage of the retail theft, asking for the public's help in identifying the group.
The number of cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan continues to grow in the hundreds each day as health officials track a parasite that can cause diarrhea and nausea after contaminated food is eaten.
A Michigan Department of Corrections officer has been charged with allegedly opening a cell door and allowing an inmate to attack a fellow correction officer.
Many newer vehicles are equipped with high-efficiency cabin air filters capable of capturing a significant amount of fine particulate matter.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
As the United States marks its 250th birthday, Ford Motor Company is showcasing more than a century of automotive history in a new exhibit that explores the company's role in shaping America.
The Detroit Auto Show has spent more than a century evolving alongside the auto industry. It has grown from a small, local exhibition into one of the world's premier automotive events.
The Pontiac Star Car Reunion at the Oakland Expo Center features a wide range of vehicles.
Behind every video is a true family effort.
Concerns surrounding air quality are prompting event organizers across Metro Detroit to make adjustments to their festivities or cancel altogether.
The few who aren't open for business on Thursday say it's out of concern for their employees' health and to protect their art.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Trump accused Canada of unfairly discriminating against U.S. automobiles, alcohol and dairy products, escalating tensions with one of the United States' closest allies.
Three in four American households lack the wealth to weather financial setbacks and achieve major life milestones.
The recall affects certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles.
A United Airlines employee appears to have been caught on video threatening to call ICE on a passenger last week at San Francisco International Airport.
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
The number of cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan continues to grow in the hundreds each day as health officials track a parasite that can cause diarrhea and nausea after contaminated food is eaten.
While the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is still working to identify the source of a parasite that has caused a cyclosporiasis outbreak, a Michigan doctor says officials are closer than you think to solving the case.
The number of cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan continues has topped 6,100 as an investigation into the origin of the parasite in the food supply continues.
A statewide air quality alert for Michigan is in effect through Monday due to wildfire smoke, according to the state's Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Chicago collected 11 hits while improving to 23-10 in its last 33 games, bouncing back nicely after losing 8-6 in 10 innings in the series opener on Monday night.
U-M President Domenico Grasso announced Monday that Manuel will leave the role by the end of the year, as a third-party culture review found failures to act on allegations of wrongdoing within the athletic department.
A Detroit nonprofit's annual summer celebration was in jeopardy after 400 pairs of shoes were stolen from its warehouse. Thanks to the community, Hoopfest was able to move forward.
Ryan Johnson struck out five and allowed one run in five solid innings, Jorge Soler and Zach Neto delivered RBI hits and the Los Angeles Angels snapped a four-game skid with a 3-2 win over the Detroit Tigers.
Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation — finally scoring in the second period of extra time.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
Former NBA All-Star/entrepreneur Jalen Rose, DTE's Trevor Lauer and Oakland University president Ora Hirsch Pescovitz headline an all-star Michigan Matters episode.
Mark Hollis, COO of Rocket Entertainment and tournament director of the PGA Tour's Rocket Classic, appears on Michigan Matters.
Former U.S. Energy Secretary and Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm appears exclusively on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
Cooler air in the 70s will take over for the next 2 days.
U.S. forces continue to attack Iran for an 11th straight day. The update comes as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth revealed the growing cost of the U.S. conflict with Iran.
The Bloomfield Township Police Department is investigating after eight people were caught on camera stealing dozens of clothing items from the shelves at a Dick's Sporting Goods.
Detroit police are investigating after they say two men and a woman were hurt in a drive-by shooting on Tuesday.
A planned joint U.S.-Canada ceremony on Friday celebrating the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, is no longer expected to take place after President Trump announced 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods.