Tow truck driver dies in crash with semi tractor in Sterling Heights, police say
A tow truck driver from Detroit died in the aftermath of a crash with a semi tractor early Tuesday in Macomb County
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A tow truck driver from Detroit died in the aftermath of a crash with a semi tractor early Tuesday in Macomb County
Some of Metro Detroit's communities have opened cooling center services in response to the heat wave.
A girl is dead after she went underwater in the Detroit River on Saturday night, the body of a newborn was found at the Electric Forest festival in West Michigan and other top stories for the evening of June 28, 2026.
Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor wants state lawmakers to change laws surrounding fireworks. He says cities need more authority over how they're enforced.
Police in Sterling Heights are stepping up traffic enforcement after they say incidents of distracted driving and speeding have increased in residential neighborhoods. Officials say they've received more complaints from neighbors about reckless driving as warmer weather brings out more children to play.
The owner of Frank's Chicken Deli & Pizza shared security footage showing a man forcing open a rear door and pulling Michigan Lottery instant tickets from a display case before leaving in an SUV.
A jury convicted a 45-year-old Sterling Heights, Michigan, man on Friday of first-degree premeditated murder for killing his girlfriend, Dhoua Lao, in 2023, according to online court records.
The Midwest Weiner Fest, a fundraiser for Dachshund Haus Rescue in Southeast Michigan, will take place Saturday at Detroit Shipping Company. Here's an introduction to the event and its cause.
Police are investigating after the Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor in Ann Arbor, Michigan, was vandalized with antisemitic symbols, officials said on Saturday morning.
A rollover crash at 18 Mile and Mound Road resulted in the death of one person, Sterling Heights police said.
The decision comes after the police department and drug coalition determined that the drug was dangerous and hard to regulate, with it being on many counters in drugstores and gas stations across the city.
A charge against a Sterling Heights man accused of punching his girlfriend's dog to death has been escalated, according to the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office.
Sterling Heights police are investigating after a handgun was found in a preschool student's bag Tuesday morning.
Police are investigating an incident during which multiple homes, sheds and a playround at Sterling Estates was vandalized with vulgar graffiti. Security video was captured of three suspects wearing masks in the area about the time of the vandalism.
Jewelry valued at about $78,000 was stolen during a smash-and-grab break-in at a store in Clinton Township.
Faith and a little bit of luck left one teenager thankful after a violent crash earlier this week caused her car to split in half.
The Sterling Heights City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved tax incentives for the $1 billion development of the old Lakeside Mall, overcoming a major hurdle.
A motorcycle was struck by a vehicle on Monday in Sterling Heights and died as a result of his injuries, police say.
A man faces charges after police say a synagogue in Oak Park was vandalized with antisemitic graffiti. The vandalism was discovered Wednesday at Congregation Beth Shalom. As CBS News Detroit's Terell Bailey reports, the incident comes just days after a similar occurrence in Sterling Heights.
Metro Detroit has seen multiple Jewish places of worship vandalized in the past week. A Wayne State professor who specializes in modern Jewish history explains why he believes the incidents are happening.
Two out-of-state teens are charged with spray-painting antisemitic graffiti and swastikas in Sterling Heights, prosecutors said.
Police in Sterling Heights, Michigan, arrested a driver over the weekend in connection with a hit-and-run incident and suspected driving while impaired.
Two teenagers are behind bars for allegedly vandalizing a fence with antisemitic graffiti in Sterling Heights, police say.
A drug trafficking scheme resulted in the seizure of firearms, cash and narcotics from five homes in Southeast Michigan, police said.
An Eastpointe man accused of attempting to stab a police officer with a screwdriver during a shoplifting arrest is now heading to prison.
Detroit police issued 53 ordinance violations after breaking up the gathering.
Four board members voted during a special meeting to place Superintendent Amy Wilcox on paid administrative leave again.
Trinity Health's new leadership council aims to improve engagement with the local residents who get care in Brighton.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
Severe "convective" storms account for roughly a third of global natural disaster economic losses, a new study finds.
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 new travel connection begins Monday with the Gordie Howe International Bridge opening for vehicle traffic between Detroit and Windsor.
The case of two adults and six children found dead at a home in West Michigan has been determined to be a murder-suicide, deputies said.
Michigan officials are tracking over 1,000 new cases of cyclosporiasis as the outbreak continues to add up.
Detroit police issued 53 ordinance violations after breaking up the gathering.
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.
Many newer vehicles are equipped with high-efficiency cabin air filters capable of capturing a significant amount of fine particulate matter.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
As the United States marks its 250th birthday, Ford Motor Company is showcasing more than a century of automotive history in a new exhibit that explores the company's role in shaping America.
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.
Behind every video is a true family effort.
Severe "convective" storms account for roughly a third of global natural disaster economic losses, a new study finds.
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.
Crude prices dropped as the U.S. Ambassador to the UN said suspension of attacks is aimed at finding a diplomatic solution.
Food safety experts say cuts to the public health system hobbled the response — and that the next outbreak could be much worse.
Three people were killed and four others wounded in a shooting during a food festival in Seattle, police said. A 15-year-old suspect was in custody.
Trinity Health's new leadership council aims to improve engagement with the local residents who get care in Brighton.
Michigan officials are tracking over 1,000 new cases of cyclosporiasis as the outbreak continues to add up.
According to a CBS News poll released on Sunday, 40% of Americans are buying or eating less produce because of the outbreak of cyclospora, which causes cyclosporiasis. So, CBS News Detroit wanted to know if this sudden shift in eating habits has impacted people and restaurants in Metro Detroit.
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
A Michigan man is headed to prison for selling misbranded weight-loss drugs imported from China, federal prosecutors said.
Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel will receive a $7.14 million lump sum as part of his separation agreement with the university.
Center fielders Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones and second baseman Jeff Kent were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.
The Detroit Tigers were edged by the Royals 5-4 at Comerica Park on Sunday afternoon after Kansas City's Michael Massey hit a go-ahead, two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning.
The Detroit Tigers were defeated by the Royals 3-2 on Saturday after Nick Loftin hit a tie-breaking home run in the ninth inning for Kansas City.
Tarik Skubal had a season-high 12 strikeouts and allowed one run in 7 1/3 innings in what could have been his last home start for Detroit, helping the Tigers to a 2-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Friday night.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
Former NBA All-Star/entrepreneur Jalen Rose, DTE's Trevor Lauer and Oakland University president Ora Hirsch Pescovitz headline an all-star Michigan Matters episode.
Mark Hollis, COO of Rocket Entertainment and tournament director of the PGA Tour's Rocket Classic, appears on Michigan Matters.
During a special meeting last week, four board members voted to place Amy Wilcox on paid administrative leave, again.
The Detroit Police Department issued dozens of citations after breaking up a drifting and street racing gathering over the weekend.
A new travel connection begins Monday with the Gordie Howe International Bridge opening for vehicle traffic between Detroit and Windsor.
President Trump visited Metro Detroit on Monday, touring and delivering remarks at General Motors' Milford Proving Ground.
Trinity Health's new leadership council aims to improve engagement with the local residents who get care in Brighton, Michigan.