Michigan officials warn residents of scams after severe storm
With Michigan residents working to move forward after a severe storm struck this week, state officials are urging people to beware of scams.
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With Michigan residents working to move forward after a severe storm struck this week, state officials are urging people to beware of scams.
The Wayne County Sheriff's Office is warning residents of a scammer who is threatening people with arrests for alleged warrants.
Scammers can use software to recreate a loved one's voice and make it sound like they're in distress. They then ask for large sums of money.
Swift's Ford Field concerts are reportedly sold out, but if you're looking to snag a last-minute ticket, Facebook has dozens up for an offer; however, it comes with the concerns of being scammed.
Authorities say on May 25, the scammer claiming to be Capt. David Raymond called a resident, telling them they failed to appear for jury duty.
In a continued effort to address jury duty scams, the Michigan Attorney General's office issued a warning after receiving reports of scammers threatening people with arrest if they don't pay for supposedly failing to appear in court.
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The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is warning of a scam in which the caller claims residents missed jury duty and threatens to arrest them or asks for a cash bond.
Amy Nofiziger, a fraud expert for AARP, says that as the deadline approaches, scammers, "know that we're stressed and that it's going to be easy manipulating us."
Michigan State Police are warning residents of scammers who are spoofing state police phone numbers and asking residents for money.
The university says it saw "an uptick" in scams after merchandise was created to support the Spartan Strong Fund.
According to the Federal Trade Commission, nearly 70,000 people reported a scam and a loss of $1.3 billion.
Tax season has begun, and as Michiganders prepare to file their taxes this year, Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning of potential scams.
With many people struggling to pay for holiday shopping, scammers pray on people's need for money this time of year. We've seen the commercials, a Publishers Clearing House check shows up at your door and your life changes forever. But the Better Business Bureau warns scammers are using sweepstakes as a way to scam you out of your money.
The Clawson Police Department is warning residents about a nationwide jewelry scam that has made its way to Clawson. This type of scam usually involves the victim unknowingly swapping their jewelry with the suspect's fake jewelry.
According to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, the state has received 129 complaints of alleged puppy scams since 2020. More than 20 of those complaints were filed this year.
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The Birmingham Police Department is warning of a donation letter scam.
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Due to the condition of the man's body, investigators had difficulty determining his identity.
The CPI report was in line with economists' expectations, marking the second consecutive month with cooler price pressures.
F-16 fighter jets intercepted a civilian plane that violated a temporary flight restriction over Geneva, Ohio, where President Trump attended the 2026 Patriot Games.
More than 41,000 drivers crossed the Gordie Howe International Bridge into Canada during the bridge's opening days, Canadian officials said.
A 13-year-old boy who was wanted by Detroit police for allegedly shooting his father on Tuesday was taken into custody in Ohio hours after fleeing.
More than 41,000 drivers crossed the Gordie Howe International Bridge into Canada during the bridge's opening days, Canadian officials said.
Residents are concerned that a proposed project would remove several trees, while others say it is needed to prevent future flooding.
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Due to the condition of the man's body, investigators had difficulty determining his identity.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Dodge unveiled the return of the Super Bee on Thursday during a media preview for Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.
As a special Goodyear Auto Service Center, the store will display the company's products, technology and heritage.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A 23-year-old man who pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise in connection with a Metro Detroit vehicle theft operation that Michigan officials called "prolific" has been sentenced, according to online court records.
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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.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
A major weekend in Ann Arbor as fans gear up to see country music star Morgan Wallen take over the University of Michigan Big House stadium on Friday and Saturday.
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The CPI report was in line with economists' expectations, marking the second consecutive month with cooler price pressures.
F-16 fighter jets intercepted a civilian plane that violated a temporary flight restriction over Geneva, Ohio, where President Trump attended the 2026 Patriot Games.
More than 41,000 drivers crossed the Gordie Howe International Bridge into Canada during the bridge's opening days, Canadian officials said.
Kevin McGonigle drove in three runs, Drew Anderson tossed four innings of one-run ball in his fourth start of the year, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-4.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The fungus can live on surfaces, move from person to person and, in some cases, resist the drugs used to treat it. For people who are already sick, the fungus can become life-threatening and, in some cases, fatal.
State and federal health officials say cyclosporiasis cases are slowing down, and contaminated lettuce is no longer on the market.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says it has counted 12,218 cyclosporiasis cases in the state as of Aug. 5.
Despite more than 11,500 cyclosporiasis cases statewide, Michigan health officials say residents should continue eating fresh produce and follow washing and handling steps to reduce their risk of illness.
Kevin McGonigle drove in three runs, Drew Anderson tossed four innings of one-run ball in his fourth start of the year, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-4.
The Detroit Lions will be without starting center Cade Mays for a "significant" amount of time after the free agent addition suffered a wrist injury.
Hao-Yu Lee drove in the go-ahead run in the 10th inning with a pinch-hit single and the Detroit Tigers beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 in the rubber game of their series.
The Detroit Lions are signing veteran quarterback Josh Dobbs, according to NFL media. The move comes after the team placed QB Teddy Bridgewater on the reserved/retired list on Sunday.
Detroit Lions Pro Bowl running back Jahmyr Gibbs finally got what he wanted. A record-setting contract brought financial security, but for Gibbs, it also ended an anxious wait that had kept him off the practice field.
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Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
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