Michigan's statewide tornado drill happening Wednesday
State officials are encouraging residents to participate in a voluntary statewide tornado drill on Wednesday.
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Severe Weather Awareness Week 2023
The week of March 19-25 in Michigan is Severe Weather Awareness Week.
18 extreme weather events caused $165 billion in damage last year, NOAA says
America's onslaught of mega costly weather disasters remains stuck in high gear.
Burst pipes flood Eastpointe shelter for homeless, at-risk mothers
A women's shelter is closed after cold temperatures burst multiple pipes, heavily damaging the building.
Stranded for the holidays? Here's what to do.
Dec. 23 was "the worst day of the entire year for cancellations," said Scott Keyes, the founder of Scott's Cheap Flights.
A "once in a generation" winter storm will impact nearly every state and cripple Christmas travel
A major winter storm and cold blast will impact nearly every state and bring what the National Weather Service is calling a "once in a generation type event" that will cripple travel on some of the busiest travel days of the year.
Hurricane Ian hits Cuba as a Category 3 storm, on track to hit Florida
The powerful storm hit western Cuba early Tuesday, and is expected to strengthen even more before dealing a blow to Florida's west coast.
Election 2018: Crews Deal With Power Outages At Polling Places Following Severe Thunderstorms
Utility crews in the Detroit area are working to restore electrical service to several polling places without power due to severe thunderstorms.
Falling Tree Kills 2 Journalists Reporting on Severe Weather
The television news anchor and a photojournalist colleague were killed Monday in North Carolina while covering the very fringes of the large system.
Humidity Strikes: Temperatures Could Feel Like 102º In Metro Detroit
It's the 8th Ozone Action Day of the year.
Heat Wave Ahead: Temperatures Could Feel Like 105º In Metro Detroit
AccuWeather says we'll be chasing some all-time records by week's end.
Snyder Declares State Of Disaster In Upper Peninsula County
Gov. Rick Snyder has declared a state of disaster for Gogebic County in Michigan's western Upper Peninsula after a tornado and flooding caused significant damage.
Severe Weather Alert: 60-mph Winds, Large Hail Possible Monday
Keep an eye on the sky Monday, with a threat of severe weather in Southeast Michigan.
Chance For Severe Storms, Possible Tornado In Southeast Michigan Thursday
Everyone's eyes will be on the sky Thursday.
Michigan Wine Shortage Expected After Severe Weather Does Damage
Frost, wind and hail has caused the state's 2015 wine crop to shrivel.
Authorities: Hot, Humid Weather Calls For Caution
The city of Detroit has opened cooling centers in the Crowell and Heilmann community centers from noon until 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
'Enhanced' Potential For Tornadoes, Golf Ball-Sized Hail, Flash Flooding As Storms Strike Metro Detroit Monday
"It has the potential to be one of the stronger storms we've seen in a while."
Hazardous Weather Outlook Issued For Southeast Michigan
Another round of severe weather could be headed for metro Detroit.
Thunderstorms Could Turn Severe With Chance Of Tornadoes In SE Michigan
Friday is another day of weather watching in southeastern Michigan as severe storms are possible throughout the evening, with a chance of tornadoes.
Tornado Touches Down In Northern Macomb County
"It sounded like a turbo or something — I'd never heard this thing in my life,"
Man Drowns In Choppy Waters Of Lake Huron Near Port Austin
A man spotted on some rocks told the Coast Guard a companion disappeared in the water about 6:10 p.m. Saturday.
Lightning Strike Kills Man At Ann Arbor-Area Park
Authorities say that a man walking his dogs found the Saline man's body Wednesday night.
Weather Alert: Severe Thunderstorms, Hail In The Forecast Tuesday
There is a threat of severe weather in Southeast Michigan Tuesday afternoon.
Crews Continue Repairs, Clean Up After Storm Hits Area
This is the season for severe weather and that's what the northern portions of Oakland, Macomb and St. Clair Counties experienced overnight.
Record Month For Snow, With More On The Way Leaves Salt In Short Supply
What we really need is a two to three-week snow break so then maybe the salt companies could get caught up says one store manager.
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Sheriff: Infant dies in sleep-related incident in Pontiac
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, about 3,500 infants a year die in the United States from sleep-related deaths.
Michigan State Spartan fans proud of the team's effort this season
Michigan State Spartan fans are feeling down after a crushing loss Thursday night, but are happy with the team's performance this season, especially after coming into the year unranked.
Michigan Matters: Closing Out Women's History Month with Two Sports Superstars
As Women's History Month continues, it's a conversation with two women who dominated their sport on the world's stage as legendary driver Lyn St. James and Olympic Gold Medal Winning Ice Skater Meryl Davis appear on "Michigan Matters" this Sunday to talk about their careers, making it to the top and helping the community.
Detroit man found guilty of 2021 carjacking in Roseville
After a four-day trial, a Detroit man was found guilty on Friday of carjacking a man in Roseville more than a year ago.
Secretary of State office in Detroit closed until April 17 for remodeling
Renovations include changes to the counties, new carpet, and fresh paint, as well as electrical updates.
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Sheriff: Infant dies in sleep-related incident in Pontiac
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, about 3,500 infants a year die in the United States from sleep-related deaths.
Michigan State Spartan fans proud of the team's effort this season
Michigan State Spartan fans are feeling down after a crushing loss Thursday night, but are happy with the team's performance this season, especially after coming into the year unranked.
Severe Weather Awareness Week 2023
The week of March 19-25 in Michigan is Severe Weather Awareness Week.
Michigan Matters: Closing Out Women's History Month with Two Sports Superstars
As Women's History Month continues, it's a conversation with two women who dominated their sport on the world's stage as legendary driver Lyn St. James and Olympic Gold Medal Winning Ice Skater Meryl Davis appear on "Michigan Matters" this Sunday to talk about their careers, making it to the top and helping the community.
Play the Bracket Challenge on CBS News Detroit
The contest pays $100 for winning each round and $1,000 to the overall winner.
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Ford's Tenn. plant could make 500K electric pickups per year
A new Ford assembly plant being built in western Tennessee will be able to build up to 500,000 electric pickup trucks per year at full production, the company said Friday.
GM to stop making the Camaro but a successor may be in works
General Motors, which sells the brawny muscle car, said Wednesday it will stop making the current generation early next year.
Cruise wants to test self-driving vehicles across California
General Motors' Cruise autonomous vehicle unit on Monday asked California for permission to test the cars across the entire state.
Ford Woodhaven Stamping Plant honors Rosie the Riveter
Women are carrying a big part of the load in the tool and die department at the Ford Woodhaven Stamping Plant.
Honda recalling 500,000 vehicles to fix seat belt problem
Honda is recalling a half-million vehicles in the U.S. and Canada because the front seat belts may not latch properly.
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With Blockbuster website active, fans speculate on comeback
The antiquated, but still beloved, movie rental retailer has a live website – even though the company was bought by DISH in 2011 and ceased most of its operations in 2014. What is going on with the company now?
New details revealed about 50th anniversary celebration "The Young and the Restless"
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
New theater aims to bring diversity and faith to Port Huron
Bringing diversity and faith to the Thumb, a new performing arts training center is introduced to the community of Port Huron.
2023 Lollapalooza headliners include Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar
The four-day event takes place in Chicago in early August.
An inside look at Detroit's Third Man Records
Vinyl is back, and it's getting more popular by the year. So popular that record makers can't keep up.
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80% of receipts at major stores have "toxic" chemicals: study
Consumers should wash their hands after handling store receipts or simply not ask for one, ecological group advises.
Twitter ending old verification process in April
Twitter Blue subscribers will also have access to several new features on Twitter.
With Congress closer to banning TikTok, app's future is murky
The future of the popular mobile app, used by 150 million Americans, has never been more uncertain. Here's what to know.
After flurry of recalls, are eye drops safe to use?
Several brands of over-the-counter eye drops are linked to multiple deaths and cases of people going blind.
Want to track down your tax refund? Follow these dos and don'ts
If you're trying to figure out when your refund is landing, some steps are a giant waste of time, the IRS says.
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Blood test can determine if you're carrying a cancer gene
Sarina Oden says a routine check-up led her to a surprising diagnosis when she told her primary care physician about her family's medical history.
Wastewater dashboard monitoring monkeypox, influenza, other viruses in 5 SE Michigan cities
A wastewater dashboard that tracks pathogens is now monitoring monkeypox, influenza-A, norovirus GII and the respiratory syncytial virus in five Southeast Michigan cities.
Woodhaven High School students collect feminine products, toiletries for the community
The Women of Woodhaven is a student organization designed to advocate for the needs of young women in the community.
What is xylazine, the veterinary sedative being found in the U.S. drug supply?
The drug has been found in an increasing number of overdoses and overdose deaths.
CDC warns of "alarming" rise of potentially deadly fungal threat
Reports of patients with the drug-resistant fungal infection Candida auris have accelerated in recent years.
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Jerry Green, Detroit sports writer at 56 Super Bowls, dies
Jerry Green, a Detroit sports writer who covered 56 consecutive Super Bowls, has died at 94, The Detroit News said Friday.
Michigan State loses to Kansas State 98-93 in OT
Kansas State beat Michigan State 98-93 on Thursday night in a Sweet 16 thriller at Madison Square Garden.
From Michigan to New York: Jordan Burrows, Ronnie Duncan prepare for MSU's Sweet 16 game
While the Spartans prepare for their game Thursday against No. 3 seed Kansas State at Madison Square Garden, CBS News Detroit's Jordan Burrows and Ronnie Duncan took the next flight to New York.
Dates announced for 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit
The 2024 NFL Draft will take place April 25-27, 2024, in the area around Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza.
NYC guards lead Michigan State, K-State to Sweet 16 at MSG
Stories of New York City point guards have an almost mythical quality.
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Michigan Matters: Closing Out Women's History Month with Two Sports Superstars
As Women's History Month continues, it's a conversation with two women who dominated their sport on the world's stage as legendary driver Lyn St. James and Olympic Gold Medal Winning Ice Skater Meryl Davis appear on "Michigan Matters" this Sunday to talk about their careers, making it to the top and helping the community.
Michigan Matters: Celebrating First Lady Betty Ford & Bavarian Inn's Dorothy Zehnder
As Women's History Month continues, it's a "Michigan Matters" spotlight on two dynamic leaders from our state – former First Lady Betty Ford and Dorothy Zehnder, the 101-year-old restaurant owner from Frankenmuth.
Michigan Matters: Star Trek's William Shatner, Auto Icon Bob Lutz, ONE's Mujeeb Ijaz & Dunamis Clean Energy's Natalie King
It's talk about electrification and our future on "Michigan Matters" as William Shatner, star of the "Star Trek" TV show/movies, Bob Lutz, former Vice Chair of GM, ONE's CEO Mujeeb Ijaz and Dunamis Clean Energy's Natalie King appear on "Michigan Matters" 8 am this Sunday on CBS Detroit.
Michigan Matters: Focus on Jobs and Tree Trimming in Motor City
Amid a growing jobs gap, companies like DTE are teaming up to help the cause. Hear from Jerry Norcia - president/CEO of DTE Energy, Nicole Sherard-Freeman, group executive of City of Detroit's Job and Economy Team, Portia Roberson, CEO of Focus: HOPE, and James Shaw of IBEW Local 17 as they discuss one new program and, the overall jobs picture.
Michigan Matters: Putting Canada & Its Critical Relationship with Michigan Under the Microscope
Canada is vital to Michigan and vice versa as former Canadian Consul General of Detroit Joseph Comartin talks about on "Michigan Matters" which airs 8 am this Sunday on CBS Detroit.
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Analyzing rising tensions after American contractor killed in drone attack
The U.S. military says President Joe Biden ordered two airstrikes on terrorist groups in Syria after a series of attacks on U.S. forces killed an American contractor and injured five service members. Retired Army Col. Gerald Fault sits down with CBS News Detroit to discuss the rising tensions.
Michigan State Spartan fans proud of the team's effort this season
Michigan State Spartan fans are feeling down after a crushing loss Thursday night, but are happy with the team's performance this season, especially after coming into the year unranked.
Northern Lights shine in Michigan Thursday night
An array of colors splashed the sky Thursday night, and some Michiganders were able to witness it.
Jerry Green, Detroit sports writer at 56 Super Bowls, dies
Jerry Green, a Detroit sports writer who covered 56 consecutive Super Bowls, has died at 94, The Detroit News said Friday.
Blood test can determine if you're carrying a cancer gene
Up to 10% of all cancers are hereditary and researchers can identify if a patient is carrying a cancer gene.