Detroit investment programs help remove vacant storefronts, open new businesses
City leaders say programs like Motor City Match are part of a longer effort to bring more businesses, services and investment to Detroit's commercial corridors.
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City leaders say programs like Motor City Match are part of a longer effort to bring more businesses, services and investment to Detroit's commercial corridors.
The Detroit Grand Prix is shining a light on small businesses from all parts of the city, a former member of the Melvindale Police Department has been sentenced in two excessive force incidents and other top stories for the evening of May 30, 2026.
Race cars will be speeding through downtown Detroit through Sunday as part of the Detroit Grand Prix. But there's more to the event beyond the track. Jack Springgate shows what visitors can expect at the Small Business Straightaway.
Being a small business owner comes with its own challenges, and when you add a pipe burst to the mix, Lake Orion Coffee Shop owner Charlie McClenaghan says you never really know how to prepare.
A water main break that happened in Auburn Hills, Michigan, on Sunday may take an estimated two weeks to repair, according to officials. A disruption of that length would have a devastating impact on businesses in the surrounding communities.
The announcement of a water main break in Auburn Hills on Sunday couldn't come at a worse time for local businesses. Many are now losing tens of thousands of dollars they were counting on making during Mother's Day. Veronica Ortega spoke with business owners who say they might have to close for weeks.
Drifter Coffee, a cafe in Ferndale, Michigan, says it's closing its brick-and-mortar facility for good on Sunday due to "unexpected expenses" after seven years of operation.
Some regulars at the Daly Drive In said they've been having lunch there for decades, the waitstaff know their names and even their orders. They said it's a real shame the restaurant is set to close.
The Detroit Pistons' making the NBA playoffs has not only fans excited but also businesses downtown.
He turned his childhood passion into a solution to replace all those pesky pop up adds that interrupt your favorite mobile games.
A Michigan man is facing two charges after a federal agent said in a criminal complaint that he fraudulently received over $5.2 million in Paycheck Protection Program loans during the COVID-19 pandemic and used the funds for his personal expenses.
A small business owner is preparing to open his very first brick-and-mortar coffee shop in Ferndale and is seeking help from others.
A small business owner in Ferndale says he's ready for a new chapter. Teddy Shaska of Honey Dirt Coffee is planning to open his very first brick-and-mortar coffee shop. As Veronica Ortega reports, he needs your help to do it.
In Detroit, often referred to as the hair capital of the world, more Black women are embracing natural styles.
For more than a decade, The Office Coffee Shop has become a hotspot downtown for many returning customers.
Barbecue lovers are trying to save an iconic Detroit business in danger of closing for good on Sunday.
Parks Old Style Bar-B-Q in Detroit's North End neighborhood is in danger of closing after 60 years of business. Veronica Ortega spoke to people who lined up outside in cold conditions to give patronage to the business.
Development in Downtown Northville is getting recognition, both on a statewide and national stage.
The Milford Independent Cinema in Milford, Michigan, said Saturday that it will keep its doors open after announcing plans earlier this month to permanently close.
Detroit officials are aiming to make sure every company, regardless of size, can be included in the construction projects the city has going on. CBS News Detroit's Veronica Ortega shows one man who is using this opportunity to build his dream.
A 51-year-old man has pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud in a scheme that defrauded a Harrison Township business of over $900,000, according to federal court documents filed on Friday.
The owners of Dittrich Furs announced the closure on Monday, and along with it, a liquidation sale offering more than $9 million worth of merchandise at a 70% discount.
Dittrich Furs in Detroit will be closing its doors in April, the store announced on Saturday afternoon.
Dittrich Furs on Third Street in Detroit has announced it will be shutting its doors after 132 years of serving Southeast Michigan.
The Eastern Market Brewing Company is celebrating 2026 with the return of its Paczki Beer.
The United Auto Workers announced on Wednesday a tentative agreement with American Axle in Three Rivers, Michigan, ending a 10-day strike.
A Detroit police officer accused of stealing explicit photos from a woman's phone while she was detained is sentenced to two years' probation, according to the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office.
On Tuesday, the Dearborn Heights City Council voted unanimously to approve a ban on e-bikes on all city-owned property, effective immediately.
After years of construction and decades of planning, the Gordie Howe International Bridge appears to be closer than ever to opening.
Deterrents, deer hunting or trapping, and even deer birth control are among the options city officials are considering to lower the deer population in Beverly Hills.
Livonia Police Chief Thomas Goralski said the investigation continues on a shooting that left four people dead on Tuesday evening.
A 15-year-old boy died from a shooting during a confrontation on May 30 with Fraser police.
A complex of storms will move across the region from west to east later Wednesday evening.
Michigan State Police say the U.S. Coast Guard located the body at about 11:55 a.m. while assisting an investigation into an abandoned vehicle.
In a 3-0 ruling, the Michigan Court of Appeals on Tuesday overturned a conviction against a man in connection with the 2020 plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
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.
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.
Stephen Colbert, former host of "The Late Show," is helping raise money for the Michigan nonprofit Monroe Community Media after appearing on a broadcast of the organization's community access program "Only in Monroe" earlier this month.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
After years of construction and decades of planning, the Gordie Howe International Bridge appears to be closer than ever to opening.
President Trump said the U.S. has taken out "millions" of barrels of Iranian oil in the dead of night, and said inflation will come down when the war ends.
The recall affects certain Honda Pilot, Ridgeline, Passport, and Acura MDX vehicles sold in 23 states and the District of Columbia.
The Consumer Price Index rose last month at a 4.2% annual rate amid a spike in U.S. energy prices.
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.
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.
West Nile virus has been detected among mosquitoes in two locations near Grand Rapids, the Kent County Health Department said.
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.
2026 will be the final year for the Rocket Classic in Detroit.
Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade by submitting a three-team list of desired destinations, a person familiar with discussions confirmed to The Associated Press.
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.
Denny Hamlin went from the rear to first again Sunday, winning at Michigan International Speedway to earn his second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series victory from the pole position.
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.
The roundtable discusses the impact of rising gas prices and friction at the federal level with Canada and the U.S., and how it affects tourism.
On Tuesday, the Dearborn Heights City Council voted unanimously to approve a ban on e-bikes on all city-owned property, effective immediately.
Hot days continue tomorrow with another run toward 100 degrees for the heat index, plus a storm risk at night.
After years of construction and decades of planning, the Gordie Howe International Bridge appears to be closer than ever to opening.
Operation Frodo is making a 1,800-mile trek to connect adoptive dogs with families. All 16 vehicles used in Operation Frodo are EVs.
The three Fraser, Michigan, police officers who were on a domestic dispute call when a 15-year-old was fatally shot have been cleared in the investigation and will return to duty.