Kensington and Stony Creek Metroparks reopen after storm damage
While visitors can once again head into the parks, officials say not everything is back to normal.
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While visitors can once again head into the parks, officials say not everything is back to normal.
Cleanup continues in Metro Detroit as a result of severe weather this week. The impact includes Kensington Metropark and Stony Creek Metropark, which the park system closed off on Tuesday to allow for cleanup.
The sheriff's office says Joyce Kuhn's husband tried to keep her head above water but the Warren woman drowned Saturday at Stony Creek Lake at Stony Creek Metropark.
Officials at the park in Shelby Township, north of Detroit, say the husband and wife initially were wearing life jackets, but didn't have them on when they fell into the water.
Thinking of taking a backpacking trip this summer? Michigan offers many great venues for backpacking, and a number of them are close to Metro Detroit. Find out what they each have to offer and which one to explore first.
A teen injured in a triple fatal car crash at Stony Creek Metropark now faces an additional charge.
Misdemeanor warrants have been issued for the two young survivors of a Stony Creek car crash that killed three others.
Macomb County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham said all 5 teens had alcohol in their systems.
Investigators previously said alcohol might have been a factor in the high-speed crash that happened back in May.
One man has drowned at Baypoint Beach at Stony Creek Metropark in Macomb County.
Investigators now say open alcohol containers were discovered in the vehicle that was traveling at a high rate of speed on May 8 before it broke through a guardrail and rolled into the Stoney Creek River.
Utica Community Schools is preparing to help students deal with news of a crash that killed three 17-year-old boys and critically injured two other 17-year-olds.
There were five young men in the vehicle at the time of the crash. Four of the five passengers were ejected from the vehicle. The front seat passenger was not ejected.
Macomb County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham spoke with reporters at a press conference following the incident and said that three teenagers were killed in the accident.
Members of the Macomb County Sheriff Dive Team have recovered the body of a man who drowned in Stony Creek Lake.
Slow your pace by taking a scenic fall hayride at these Huron-Clinton Metroparks.
For the first time ever, the "Gladiator Rock'N Run" is coming to the Detroit area, and you're invited to take part.
It's time to grab some buddies and hit the links, now that five of the Huron-Clinton Metroparks' golf courses are open for the spring season, starting April 4.
When the mercury rises above 90 degrees most Michiganders lose their cool. If you don't have central air conditioning head to the WSU Library, Great Lakes Crossing or any of these great places to beat the heat.
Huron-Clinton Metroparks are calling for volunteers to help remove an invasive plant species at nine Metroparks this spring.
Almost all of the Metropark's golf courses are open for the season, offering Spring rates for those who are ready to hit the links.
Hundreds of people across southeast Michigan are going to "Walk and Roll" for ALS on Sunday at Kensington Metropark in Milford and Stony Creek Metropark in Shelby Township.
So what's the best way to keep cool on a hot, sunny Saturday afternoon?
Enjoy the wonders of living in the Great Lake state by visiting the beaches at Belle Isle, the Island Land Recreation Area, and metroparks!
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."
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella said he called President Trump and asked him to suspend tariffs currently targeting the South American nation.
A Clinton Township man accused of fatally shooting 21-year-old Mya Selina Hicks in January has been bound over to circuit court, the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office said Friday.
Andrew Benintendi had two hits, including the go-ahead single in the seventh inning, and the Chicago White Sox defeated the Detroit Tigers for the second straight day, 4-3.
Three people are dead after a fire at an adult foster care facility in Redford Township, Michigan, on Saturday morning, according to the community's fire chief.
The Michigan State Police have released the ages of the five people killed and a sixth who was injured in a series of shootings in the northern part of the state on Friday.
Three people are dead after a fire at an adult foster care facility in Redford Township, Michigan, on Saturday morning, according to the community's fire chief.
City Council President Mike Sareini and Dearborn Police Chief Issa Shahin announced that the city council meeting on Aug. 18 will be held at a different location.
The Northville Township Police Department is searching for a man who is accused of being a "peeping Tom" earlier this week.
Mike Duggan has taken a role at a law firm about three months after ending his candidacy for the Michigan governor's race.
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."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
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.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
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.
Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.
Miguel Vargas homered twice, Tristan Peters and Munetaka Murakami went deep once each, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Detroit Tigers 9-5.
Luigi Mangione entered a guilty plea in his federal case at a court appearance in Manhattan Friday morning.
Nearly half of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing. Here's what it costs to rent a two-bedroom home in 50 U.S. cities.
The White River in Indiana rose to record-breaking levels as more than 11 inches of rain has fallen east of Indianapolis since Tuesday.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says a human case of influenza A H1N2 swine flu was detected in a person who was a participant at the Kent County Youth Fair.
A new executive order from President Trump is reshaping federal childhood vaccine recommendations and encouraging states to review their school immunization requirements, a move that comes as Michigan families prepare for the new school year.
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is considering a resolution that would implement a program from Opioid Free America that would analyze prescription data of county employees and encourage prescribers to wean their patients off opioids.
An additional 35 Michigan residents have required hospital care for cyclosporiasis as an outbreak continues to be tracked, state health officials said on Thursday.
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.
Andrew Benintendi had two hits, including the go-ahead single in the seventh inning, and the Chicago White Sox defeated the Detroit Tigers for the second straight day, 4-3.
Miguel Vargas homered twice, Tristan Peters and Munetaka Murakami went deep once each, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Detroit Tigers 9-5.
Golf can feel largely out of reach, but one Detroit nonprofit is trying to change that, one swing at a time.
Joe Flacco threw a touchdown pass in relief of Joe Burrow, Evan McPherson kicked three field goals and the Cincinnati Bengals beat the Detroit Lions 16-14 in the preseason opener for both teams.
Arnold, 23, is facing eight felony charges stemming from allegations he orchestrated the abduction and beating of three men in February.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
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 Detroit Lions were back on the field in Allen Park on Saturday, the first time since the team's 16-14 preseason loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. Lions head coach Dan Campbell says the preseason is a time to clean up errors and learn from mistakes.
Chances for showers and storms continue tonight and tomorrow. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Karen Carter tells us who's most likely to see the wet weather.
Tensions remain high in the Middle East, with the United Arab Emirates accusing Iran of launching a strike Friday night on one of its oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Aaron Navarro reports.
For over 30 years, the Woodward Dream Cruise has been the place to be for car lovers. The 16-mile joyride stretches from Pontiac to Ferndale. Veronica Ortega spoke with two participants who enjoy seeing how spectators respond to the vehicles.
The Redford Township Fire Department fire chief says three people are dead after a blaze at an adult foster care facility early Saturday.