How do watches and warnings differ, and which weather alert is worse?
When it comes to severe weather events like tornadoes and flash floods, what's the difference between a watch and warning, and which is worse?
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When it comes to severe weather events like tornadoes and flash floods, what's the difference between a watch and warning, and which is worse?
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced Lansing had the warmest year on record for 2024.
The start time for Game 5 of the American League Division Series between the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians has been moved over weather concerns.
President Biden told Floridians his administration would offer support "for as long as it takes to rescue, recover and rebuild."
As Hurricane Milton intensified on its path toward Florida's Gulf Coast, the strength of the system increased the severity of the storm surge forecast.
Maps show the areas impacted by storm surge, rainfall levels and more as Helene, once a major hurricane and now a tropical storm, moves inland from Florida's Gulf Coast over Georgia.
There is a chance for stronger storms to impact Southeast Michigan from 3 p.m. until 10 p.m. Tuesday.
Severe weather is possible Friday evening between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. across Southeast Michigan as a cold front dives through the area.
Thousands of DTE Energy customers are still without power on Thursday, two days after severe storms rolled through Southeast Michigan.
The City of Plymouth sustained substantial damage during the storms. Leaders say the northwest section of the city was hit hardest, with multiple power lines and trees down.
Residents across Oakland County should be aware of tree damage, downed powerlines, power outages, and closed roads caused by the storm that traveled through Southeast Michigan Tuesday night.
Authorities say large trees have been uprooted and fallen onto streets, and downed power lines have been reported across Southeast Michigan.
NEXT Weather Alert Day has been issued for hazardous heat and a severe storm risk.
Ernesto is the fifth named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. Here's where it could be headed.
Tropical Storm Debby reached Florida's gulf coast early Monday as a hurricane, bringing with it the potential for catastrophic flooding.
The aftermath of severe storm-induced floods typically results in basements filled with baskets, bags, and remnants of rainwater.
Tornadoes, dangerous straight-line winds, and other hazards rocked the Chicago area for a second night in a row Monday. At least one person was killed during the storm outbreak.
A tsunami, in Lake Michigan? Here's what to know after a meteotsunami struck a Lake Michigan shore and caused water to overtake the beach.
A meteotsunami slammed into the shore of Lake Michigan on June 25. The weather event, in which large waves are generated by air-pressure disturbances, caused water to rise 2 feet, according to The Weather Channel.
Strong storms move through Southeast Michigan with wind, lightning and heavy rain. Most of the severe threat is over, as the strongest storms pushed out and to the south on Tuesday.
The National Weather Service confirmed that an EF-1 tornado touched down in Gladwin County on Saturday.
The village of Beverly Hills remains under a state of emergency Friday, dealing with widespread power outages and significant tree damage from Wednesday's storm.
More than 34,000 DTE Energy customers are without power following Wednesday night's storms in Southeast Michigan.
From the pavement on their paws to proper hydration, dogs need special care when the temps reach the upper 90s.
As the cleanup process continues following Wednesday's tornado in Livonia, many residents are shocked, and some wonder why the city didn't give more of a heads-up.
A federal lawsuit says the University of Michigan wrongly denied in-state tuition to the son of a Foreign Service officer and a USAID employee who declared Ann Arbor as their permanent home while stationed abroad.
Diesel and gas prices jumped again in Michigan and the U.S. in the past 24 hours, with diesel costs smashing previous records.
The Republican says the event was a town hall he never committed to and was never on his schedule. He also faulted the moderator, saying you can't hold a "two-on-one event in a TV studio."
The previous votes have failed to stop President Trump from waging war with Iran.
Spencer Torkelson hit a three-run homer, Drew Anderson pitched five shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers won their sixth straight game by thumping the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 3-year-old boy who was killed in a shooting on Tuesday in a Pontiac home.
Republican Mike Rogers is defending his decision not to attend a Sept. 15 televised event in the U.S. Senate race, saying he never agreed to participate and accusing the moderator of favoritism.
Diesel and gas prices jumped again in Michigan and the U.S. in the past 24 hours, with diesel costs smashing previous records.
A federal lawsuit says the University of Michigan wrongly denied in-state tuition to the son of a Foreign Service officer and a USAID employee who declared Ann Arbor as their permanent home while stationed abroad.
The previous votes have failed to stop President Trump from waging war with Iran.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The spike in prices has also sparked differing opinions among drivers about who's to blame.
A Ford contract employee was taken to a hospital following an incident on Monday morning at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud told rapper Macklemore he's "always welcome in Dearborn" after venues on Ed Sheeran's stadium tour refused to include him.
There are plenty of Halloween-themed events to choose from this fall in Metro Detroit. Here's a list.
The Romeo Peach Festival, which one visitor described as a celebration of "peach everything!" wrapped up on Monday. Here's a look at the food and activities.
Bruce Campbell, an actor and filmmaker widely known for his work in "The Evil Dead" franchise, says his cancer prognosis indicates he has about five years to live.
The Republican says the event was a town hall he never committed to and was never on his schedule. He also faulted the moderator, saying you can't hold a "two-on-one event in a TV studio."
The previous votes have failed to stop President Trump from waging war with Iran.
Spencer Torkelson hit a three-run homer, Drew Anderson pitched five shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers won their sixth straight game by thumping the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Car ownership costs have soared 50% since 2020, according to new economic data. Here's where motorists are getting dinged.
A new four-legged team member is already making an impact on students at Polk Elementary School in Dearborn Heights.
Over the last six years or so, the DNR has been installing these viewers at different parks across Michigan, basically one by one.
The presence of ricin in a substance linked to an apartment complex in Hastings, Michigan, has been confirmed, the Barry-Eaton District Health Department said Saturday, two days after a potential exposure to the poison was reported.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
Health officials say ricin is a natural poison that comes from the beans of the castor plant or oil. It is harmful if swallowed, injected or breathed in.
Spencer Torkelson hit a three-run homer, Drew Anderson pitched five shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers won their sixth straight game by thumping the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1.
The Detroit Red Wings will start training camp this week with leaders of the front office and the team in limbo.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The Detroit Lions know they are asking a lot of star running back Jahmyr Gibbs.
Justin Verlander is making progress toward potentially pitching one more time in the last year of his playing career.
At the top of the list is the open U.S. Senate contest between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers.
The Detroit Regional Partnership, which has been around for six years, has been a significant catalyst, helping bring numerous jobs and companies to the region.
The roundtable talks politics, civility and issues that will resonate this fall in various elections.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The Belle Isle Ballfield at Belle Isle Park is getting renovations and updates that include a scoreboard, new bleachers and custom-designed dugouts. CBS Detroit has this look.
More than 400 students who attend the Detroit Lions Academy in Detroit got a warm welcome back to class on Tuesday with backpack giveaways and representatives from the Detroit Lions organization.
The National Transportation Safety Board will investigate after a news helicopter owned by the NBC station in Los Angeles crashed while on assignment to cover a deadly bus crash. Two of those killed were the news crew on the flight. CBS News has this report.
Beverly Hills has imposed limits on e-bikes. Deputies are investigating the fatal shooting of a 3-year-old boy in Pontiac. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.
Happy Hump Day Fam! Looking at mostly cloudy skies with a few showers and thunderstorms scattered today. High 73°. Tomorrow and Friday a bit of sun, then showers return for the weekend.