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A man from the Chicago suburbs lost $69,000 of his savings to a scam by a thief using an AI-generated U.S. Marshals badge to intimidate him.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning fans about fake tickets, payment app scams, and fake check schemes ahead of the Pistons' second-round playoff run.
After severe weather and tornadoes in Southwest Michigan left four people dead and many others working to pick up the pieces, experts want impacted residents to be wary of scams.
A new text-based scam fraudulently claims to be from the 36th District Court in Wayne County, seeking toll payments.
If you received a text message claiming you owe money for an unpaid parking ticket, it is not from the 36th District Court in Detroit.
A caller who falsely claimed to be a Monroe County Sheriff's deputy told a Dundee woman to deposit money via a cryptocurrency kiosk.
The Michigan Department of Treasury says it's been made aware of a potential scam involving letters reminding people that a tax is due.
In Oakland County, Michigan, some scammers are working hard to make sure their pockets end up delightful this holiday season.
Americans have received an average of 2.56 billion robocalls per month from January to September, the highest level in six years, PIRG found.
Investigators believe the device is connected to similar incidents in the area.
In a cease and desist notice to MTVRS, LLC, Dana Nessel accuses the company of violating the Michigan Consumer Protection Act.
A new text message scam is falsely claiming to be from the Michigan Department of Treasury and references tax refunds.
The St. Clair County Sheriff's Office is warning of a scam involving people calling or messaging family members of individuals booked at a local jail and asking them for money so their relative can be released on a tether.
The Michigan Attorney General's Office issues a caution to be on the lookout for fraudulent college websites.
The University of Michigan's Hill Auditorium has been the target of an alleged overseas online ticket resale scheme.
Someone attempted a financial scam by fraudulently showing a phone number to Port Huron Police Department in the caller ID.
Police in Birmingham, Michigan, are warning residents of scammers after two people claimed they received a call about a family member being held at gunpoint and the caller demanding money.
Police say the scammer would use the name of an actual police officer in the department and instruct the person to call 248-814-2780.
The Michigan AG's office reminds residents to be cautious of potential scams when hiring help for storm cleanup.
A Warren man faces multiple charges over a financial scam in which an Oakland County woman lost more than $40,000.
An elderly Michigan couple was scammed with a claim that fraudulent charges were on a credit card for purchasing child pornography.
The scam involves a message warning of outstanding toll invoices, and asks people to settle their balance "in a timely manner," according to MDOT.
Companies say fake job seekers are using artificial intelligence to get remote jobs, often in an attempt to steal insider secrets.
Malicious sites are on the rise and thanks to AI, it's almost impossible to tell the difference.
As fans wager an estimated $3.1 billion into March Madness bets, cybersecurity experts warn of a rise in online gambling scams targeting everyday users.
Michigan State University Trustees Rema Vassar and Mike Balow both voted against a revision to the board's code of ethics last month, and when it passed, they both refused to sign.
A fatal crash early Friday in Hillsdale County was attributed to the severe weather conditions in Michigan at the time.
We're in the throes of the 100 most dangerous driving days of the year as more folks take to the road for vacations.
Two people were arrested in an investigation that led to the seizure of firearm components in the city of Warren, the Macomb County Sheriff's Office said.
A Monroe man was arrested after police say his dog was found dead in a parked, unattended vehicle.
A 25-year-old Livonia man accused of fatally shooting four people, including three family members, made his first court appearance Friday morning.
A six-year-old girl was rescued from the debris of her home in Dearborn after a tree came down due to high winds early Friday.
Detroit police are investigating after a 16-year-old boy was shot Thursday evening. Police say they are now searching for a person of interest.
Michigan State University Trustees Rema Vassar and Mike Balow both voted against a revision to the board's code of ethics last month, and when it passed, they both refused to sign.
A fatal crash early Friday in Hillsdale County was attributed to the severe weather conditions in Michigan at the time.
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.
From classic cruisers to new memories still being made, the Woodward Dream Cruise remains a celebration of Michigan's automotive culture.
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 29th annual Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats festival kicks off Labor Day weekend in Royal Oak.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new group of documents and videos related to UFOs, or UAPs, with 72 more documents, images and recordings.
NASA announced this week the four-man crew that will embark on the Artemis III mission, and one of those astronauts has ties to Michigan.
The board move marks a shift from a June 4 memo to staff saying email signatures, letterhead and other documents must reflect the name as "The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts" or "Kennedy Center."
Spencer Torkelson hit one of Detroit's six homers and the Tigers rolled to an 11-0 win over the Minnesota Twins.
Multiple floors of the Pentagon were locked down for several hours Thursday morning and hazmat crews were deployed for what authorities had described as a "hazardous materials incident."
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.
Now out of the hospital, Tavaun Clark says he's focused on recovering and getting back to what he loves most, playing football this summer.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the two people are accused of providing federal authorities with false statements after arriving at the McNamara Terminal on Jan. 25, 2026.
Two-time reigning Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal will return to Detroit's starting lineup against Cleveland.
Spencer Torkelson hit one of Detroit's six homers and the Tigers rolled to an 11-0 win over the Minnesota Twins.
The U.S. men's national soccer team kicks off its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium on Friday.
Byron Buxton hit his 20th home run of the season, Royce Lewis also connected and the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 6-4 on Wednesday night.
Dillon Dingler had two homers among his four hits and drove in four runs, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 10-4 win over the Minnesota Twins.
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.
SpaceX made its stock market debut on Friday, with its shares taking flight after the Elon Musk-controlled company completed the largest initial public offering in history.
Michigan State University Trustees Rema Vassar and Mike Balow both voted against a revision to the board's code of ethics last month, and when it passed, they both refused to sign. Now, the two members' privileges have been revoked.
A Michigan family is turning heartbreak into hope after losing one of their premature twin daughters. The family is sharing their story through the March of Dimes to support other parents facing premature birth and infant loss.
Pakistan's prime minister said "a final, agreed upon text" of a U.S.-Iran peace deal has been reached and that Pakistan "is now working closely with both sides to finalize the next steps."
A 25-year-old Livonia man accused of fatally shooting four people, including three family members, made his first court appearance Friday morning. Gage Wade Pierce is charged with four counts each of first-degree murder and felony firearm, the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office announced Friday. The murder charges each have a penalty of up to life in prison, and the felony firearm charges each have a penalty of two years in prison.