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!
Cleanup at Belle Isle Park in Detroit continued for much of the weekend as volunteers aimed to get the park ready for Labor Day visitors.
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.
What does it take for a small business to stay open on a holiday meant to celebrate its workers? Here's what a coffee shop owner said.
An estimated 34,000 people completed this year's Mackinac Bridge Walk, a modest increase over 2025 and close to the upper end of the 21,000-to-35,000 range seen in recent years, MDOT said.
Two teens were seriously injured after a crash in which an electric vehicle they were riding collided with a pickup truck on Monday in Oakland County.
Cleanup at Belle Isle Park in Detroit continued for much of the weekend as volunteers aimed to get the park ready for Labor Day visitors.
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.
An estimated 34,000 people completed this year's Mackinac Bridge Walk, a modest increase over 2025 and close to the upper end of the 21,000-to-35,000 range seen in recent years, MDOT said.
What does it take for a small business to stay open on a holiday meant to celebrate its workers? Here's what a coffee shop owner said.
Around 8,200 people who applied for or renewed an enhanced driver's license or state ID in Michigan will be receiving corrected cards after state officials say a vendor misprinted the credentials they received.
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."
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.
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.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
For decades, the Farmington Civic Theatre has often been recognized as a community staple, but since the Covid-19 pandemic, management says attendance has dropped significantly.
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids will open its corn maze season on Sept. 1 with a Dolly Parton theme.
"It's been a year that I hope we never do it again," said Lander Nicodemus, owner of Torrington Livestock Markets, which auctions about 450,000 head of cattle each year.
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
House Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain said she is supporting Rep. Max Miller's reelection bid for a third term because "I will support anyone with an R behind their name."
An Amazon cargo plane overran a runway at Miami International Airport and struck several vehicles, killing at least five people and injuring five others, officials said.
Detroit's chief public health officer, Ali Abazeed, confirmed in a press conference following Thursday's severe weather that the first human case of West Nile virus has been recorded.
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
A mosquito species that is new to Michigan is recognizable by its black-and-white striped body. Unlike most mosquitoes, it is active and bites during the day.
The rate of students requesting vaccine exemptions increased from 3.1% in 2015 to 3.4% in 2020, then to 6.2% in 2024, and reached a 12-year high in 2025, according to the latest data.
Three Michigan school districts are using a specialized clinic to tackle rising healthcare costs.
And to think, Kyle Whittingham said he wanted to put an end to all the drama around Michigan.
The Detroit Tigers lost 3-2 Sunday when Daniel Schneemann singled home rookie Angel Genao in the 10th inning, giving the Cleveland Guardians their third walk-off win of the four-game series.
Bryce Underwood converted with a second chance on a Hail Mary, connecting with JJ Buchanan for a 47-yard touchdown pass that lifted No. 16 Michigan over Western Michigan 13-12.
Riley Greene hit two solo homers, had a season-high four hits and drove in four runs, and Framber Valdez threw seven innings to help the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-0 on Saturday night.
Alessio Milivojevic converted a fourth down with a 5-yard, go-ahead touchdown pass to Rodney Bullard early in the fourth quarter and Michigan State went on to beat Toledo 30-20 on Friday night in Pat Fitzgerald's debut as coach of the Spartans.
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 eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
Cleanup at Belle Isle Park in Detroit continued for much of the weekend as volunteers aimed to get the park ready for Labor Day visitors.
A Detroit coffee shop owner explains the logistics involved in making Labor Day staffing decisions for a small business.
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.
Canada is imposing new tariffs on a wide range of U.S.-imported goods, starting at midnight Monday. Here's an explanation of what happened and why.
Two 13-year-old boys who were riding an electric vehicle were struck by a pickup truck on Monday in Bloomfield Township. The boys were taken to local hospitals and listed in critical condition.