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A lawsuit has been filed against the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops in Detroit by the ACLU on behalf of a formerly pregnant Muskegon woman
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A lawsuit has been filed against the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops in Detroit by the ACLU on behalf of a formerly pregnant Muskegon woman
Pink paint? Not on the walls of the Schwandt family's home in western Michigan.
There are lots of important decisions women have to make during pregnancy, and deciding how to deliver is one of them.
It's a medical condition that affects people across the country -- infertility.
A jury has awarded $849,000 to a former Wayne State University student who said her pregnancy contributed to her ouster from the school's social work program.
Officials say they were called to a home where the woman, who was pregnant with twins, was unresponsive.
Romney might say he won't restrict a woman's right to choose, but his message is clearly coded for his rightwing base: you do not have to worry about the Supreme Court. Relax, I'm with you, but I'm running for president for Pete's sake.
Women who begin snoring during pregnancy are at strong risk for high blood pressure and preeclampsia, according to research from the University of Michigan.
The Michigan House has passed legislation that would restrict and regulate abortion practices though it set aside or eased some contentious provisions.
Police responding to a home in Pontiac say they found a small fetus in the toilet with the umbilical cord still attached.
University of Michigan researchers will use computer modeling and patient surveys to study health and economic outcomes for screening of Krabbe disease, Pompe disease and phenylketonuria.
Too much weight before and during pregnancy can have serious health consequences not only for the mother, but for her child's health for many years, new research shows.
The DNA results are in and a trial date has been set for a Mount Clemens man accused of impregnating his girlfriend's 11-year-old daughter.
The National Institutes of Health, Detroit Medical Center and Wayne State University have published of a major new study that describes a safe way to prevent as many as 45,000 premature births per year in the U.S.
BabyCenter released the results of its annual Baby Names Survey and the Top 100 Baby Names of 2011.
The birth rate for U.S. teens aged 15–19 years hit a record low in 2010, according to a report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The Macomb County man accused of getting an 11-year-old girl pregnant has been ordered to stand trial.
Researchers say an initiative under way in 65 Michigan hospitals to discourage the use cesarean section births in many cases has already changed pregnancy care in the state.
A team of researchers at Wayne State University's Parent Health Lab in the School of Medicine have received a three-year grant to develop a computer-delivered intervention for pregnant women at risk for alcohol use, which can lead to lifelong negative effects on the fetus.
Trevaun Brooks, accused of assaulting and impregnating his girlfriend's 11-year-old daughter, will remain in jail until his next court hearing,
Black youth report considerable pressure to have sex, according to a new survey of 1,500 black youth ages 13-21 released by Essence Magazine and The National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy.
A Macomb County mother is under investigation for potential criminal charges in the case of a 12-year-old girl who allegedly gave birth to a child by her mother's boyfriend.
A Macomb County man won't face a preliminary exam on charges of sexually assaulting and impregnating an 11-year-old girl until next month. Talking to WWJ, his attorney called him a "gentle soul."
A Toledo-area woman who gave birth to a Utica woman's baby after a fertility clinic mix-up says she and her husband are new parents again.
A new University of Michigan study suggests women with post-traumatic stress disorder are likely to have smaller babies and deliver prematurely.
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.
One of those criminally charged in the death of 5-year-old Thomas Cooper has pleaded no contest to involuntary manslaughter.
Aaron Samir Akel, 50, was arraigned July 20 on first-degree murder charges after prosecutors say he strangled and stabbed his 73-year-old cellmate at the Macomb County Correctional Facility in April.
Three in four American households lack the wealth to weather financial setbacks and achieve major life milestones.
After years of water main breaks in Oakland County, the Great Lakes Water Authority plans an $81 million infrastructure update.
After years of water main breaks in Oakland County, the Great Lakes Water Authority plans an $81 million infrastructure update.
Clearer air is forecast for Metro Detroit on Tuesday, but the change in weather includes the possibility of scattered showers and thunderstorms.
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 group of volunteers who oversee multiple baseball fields at Maple Glen Park in Commerce Township say one of their fields experienced damages over the weekend after someone lit off fireworks.
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.
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.
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.
A state representative says these weather conditions expose the need for long-term solutions at MDOC facilities going forward.
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.
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.
Tarik Skubal pitched seven dominant innings, Spencer Torkelson homered twice and drove in four runs, and the Detroit Tigers cruised to a 7-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
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.
With the Aug. 4 primary election in Michigan a few weeks away, CBS News Detroit is talking to candidates in local, state and federal races. Michigan 7th congressional district candidate William Lawrence discusses his campaign. The seat is currently held by GOP Congressman Tom Barrett, who is seeking reelection. Lawrence is up against Bridget Brink and Matt Maasdam in the Democratic primary.
After years of water main breaks along 14 Mile Road in Oakland County, the Great Lakes Water Authority is moving forward with an $81 million project to prevent future failures.
President Trump has imposed a new 50% tariff on Canadian imports. The White House claims it is in response to Canada's unfair treatment of American auto, dairy and alcohol products.
Strong to severe storms are possible this afternoon. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Karen Carter tells us what we can expect this afternoon and after the storms pass.
The Food and Drug Administration is still looking into the source of cyclospora parasites that have made thousands of people in Michigan and other states ill with an intestinal ailment that can last for days. CBS News has this update.