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Experts said now may actually be a great time to go car shopping at a discount.
Workers told CBS News Detroit team leaders and utility workers spent the day inspecting equipment and stations at the Ford Michigan Assembly Plant to make sure everything is in working order to jump-start production
For six weeks, thousands have been on the picket line as negotiations continue. As the strike reaches new levels, it'll impact workers 2023 tax year.
The UAW National Ford Council will be in Detroit on Sunday.
The picket line outside of the Ford Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne dissolved Wednesday as workers learned their strike was over after 41 days.
On Wednesday, both companies announced that after extensive studies and analysis, they're ditching the $5 billion effort.
Within two weeks, the United Auto Workers union has hit the most profitable plants at each of the Big Three.
Some striking UAW workers are feeling the financial strain of weeks without work. For those who can't get by on the $ 500-a-week strike pay, many are turning to loans specifically made for striking workers.
In the past couple of weeks, striking workers outside the Stellantis Parts Distribution Center on Sherwood Avenue have had to deal with people yelling profanities and throwing stuff at them, but no one has brandished a weapon until now.
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain said the union has received offers from two of Detroit's three major automakers in the last 24 hours, but there's still more work needing to be done with all three companies.
Stellantis announced that it has pulled out of the LA Auto Show as the union continues to strike against the Detroit automakers.
Stellantis said 100 more workers have been laid off at the Toledo Machining Plant in Ohio as the United Auto Workers strike is near the end of week five.
As the UAW strike against the Big Three continues, Ford Motor Company announced 150 more layoffs at its Sterling Axle Plant.
Some casinos have already closed their valet service to cope with fewer employees and said patrons should expect disruptions in their restaurants as well.
The union, which represents more than 8,200 Stellantis workers in Canada, will begin contract negotiations on Wednesday, with a strike deadline set at 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 29.
Roughly 3,700 workers at Detroit's three casinos walked off the job Tuesday after a union contract expired.
Going into this strike, auto suppliers were in a fragile state, recovering from supply chain issues from the pandemic and chip shortages.
More than 3,000 workers from the city's three casinos will walk off the job unless a new contract is reached.
Ford is laying off about 700 workers who built the F-150 Lightning, the electric version of its best-selling pickup truck, and unlike other recent layoffs, this one has nothing to do with the ongoing strike by the United Auto Workers union.
The great-grandson of the company's founder made a plea to UAW leadership.
As the historic UAW strike against the Detroit automakers has entered its fifth week, economic losses from the strike have reached $7.7 billion, according to the Anderson Economic Group LLC.
In order to apply continuous pressure on Ford, GM, and Stellantis, UAW leadership says strike expansions could now happen at any time with little notice.
As the UAW strike against the Detroit automakers continues, Stellantis has announced temporary layoffs for 700 additional employees.
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain is set to give a bargaining update with Detroit's Big Three automakers at 10 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 13.
Bargaining teams from the UAW and Stellantis met on Thursday. The Auburn Hills carmaker has already laid off hundreds of workers downriver at its Trenton engine plant due to the ongoing strike.
Law enforcement officials say a set of stolen Civil War-era cannonballs was discovered in a passenger's suitcase during a routine security screening at Alabama's Gulf Shores International Airport.
Detroit officials say those concerns aren't backed by evidence and don't reflect how the city conducts its elections.
A group of Michigan democratic lawmakers are calling on the Michigan Department of Transportation to end all contracts that allow federal agencies to install surveillance technology on state property.
The program allows elementary school students to arrive at school early and stay later to accommodate the schedules of working parents.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel called the care and sheer number of violations against a Southeast Michigan nursing home operator "atrocious."
Detroit officials say those concerns aren't backed by evidence and don't reflect how the city conducts its elections.
A Macomb County deputy fatally shot a man who was armed with a weapon and charged toward officers, the sheriff's office said.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel called the care and sheer number of violations against a Southeast Michigan nursing home operator "atrocious."
A group of Michigan democratic lawmakers are calling on the Michigan Department of Transportation to end all contracts that allow federal agencies to install surveillance technology on state property.
Several people were injured in a boat explosion and fire in a Macomb County marina Thursday afternoon, local authorities said.
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.
Law enforcement officials say a set of stolen Civil War-era cannonballs was discovered in a passenger's suitcase during a routine security screening at Alabama's Gulf Shores International Airport.
Economic activity weakened between April and June as energy costs surged, new government data shows.
The Trump administration on Thursday reiterated its view that China's alleged efforts to collect millions of American voter registration files constituted election interference.
Michigan Democrats are reintroducing a package of nine bills covering corrections officer pensions, health care premiums, and nurse collective bargaining after the governor vetoed them following a state Supreme Court ruling.
A murder victim has been identified decades after his remains were discovered in a wooded area in Oregon in 1972, authorities said.
An additional 33 Michigan residents have required hospital care for cyclosporiasis as an outbreak continues to be tracked, state health officials said on Thursday.
More than 10,000 people across 70 counties in Michigan have reported cases of cyclosporiasis during the past five weeks, state health officials said.
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has now grown to more than 9,600 cases.
Authorities claim Yolanda Matthews submitted more than $539,000 in false and fraudulent claims to Medicare.
Trinity Health's new leadership council aims to improve engagement with the local residents who get care in Brighton.
Thousands of bow tie pins were given away Thursday at Detroit Golf Club to mark the opening round of the Rocket Classic.
Colton Cowser hit a tiebreaking single in the 12th inning, capping the Baltimore Orioles' rally from a seven-run deficit to beat the Tigers 10-9 and spoil Tarik Skubal's possible farewell to Detroit.
CBS News Detroit asked patrons about their favorite memories at the Rocket Classic.
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs reported to training camp but was not on the field with teammates for their first practice on Wednesday as his agent and the franchise work on negotiating a new deal.
Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell says he addressed the franchise's decision to release cornerback Terrion Arnold with the team on the eve of training camp, calling it unfortunate.
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.
U.S. Rep. Shri Thanedar discusses his reelection campaign for Michigan's 13th Congressional District.
A Macomb County deputy fatally shot a man who was armed with a weapon and charged toward officers, the sheriff's office said.
Just days before Detroiters head to the polls, city election officials are pushing back against concerns raised by the U.S. Department of Justice.
A group of Michigan democratic lawmakers is calling on the Michigan Department of Transportation to end all contracts that allow federal agencies to install surveillance technology on state property.
Democrat Donavan McKinney discusses his campaign for Michigan's 13th Congressional District.