Rebuilding Dexter Months After The Tornado
Village President Shawn Keough says an outpouring of volunteers helped remove debris from the area quickly... now, he says, the only evidence left of the storm is construction crews.
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Village President Shawn Keough says an outpouring of volunteers helped remove debris from the area quickly... now, he says, the only evidence left of the storm is construction crews.
The National Weather Service has confirmed that a rare tornado touched down last week in the UP.
The movie will be about a super tornado that sweeps through a small town. Parts of it will be shot at the Michigan Motion Picture Studios in Pontiac.
The penguins and polar bears need not be alarmed, because it's only a test.
A few dozen people met up in Dexter on Saturday to participate in a so-called "cash mob" to support area businesses as they helping rebuild in the wake of a tornado two weeks ago.
The village of Dexter has a message for Mother Nature -- "Don't mess with the Dreadnaughts."
Up to $250,000 has been authorized to help clean up fallen trees and other debris from county roadways following a tornado that damaged dozens of homes in and around Dexter.
Officials now say 207 homes were damaged in last week's tornado in Dexter and about 20 will need to be demolished.
The National Weather Service has confirmed three tornadoes touched down in southeast Michigan on Thursday.
The Salvation Army is one of many organizations helping out in the wake of Thursday's tornado.
Emergency crews and residents in Dexter have begun the long process of cleaning up damage caused by a tornado with winds estimated around 135 mph that wreaked havoc across the village Thursday night.
A group of local Red Cross volunteers is headed to Louisville, Kentucky, to help residents there recover from the recent tornado.
The next few days are going to feel a lot more like fall.
The National Weather Service says a weak tornado touched down about a mile northeast of Temperance.
Thunderstorm watches and warnings were issued in several counties across the area. A tornado watch was issued for all of Southeast Michigan until 1 a.m..
The National Weather Service said a tornado was part of weekend storms that hit Michigan.
A fresh wave of severe thunderstorms means more clean up in neighborhoods around Michigan
Here we are in the month of June and one thing that long-time Michigan residents won't forget is the Flint/Beecher tornado of 1953.
The devastation caused by the recent tornado that ripped through Joplin, Missouri has a local judge spearheading a relief convoy to that part of the south.
Damaging wind in excess of 60 miles per hour and one-inch in diameter hail are possible Sunday. Forecasters say tornadoes are also possible with the strongest storms.
A local union is gathering non-perishable food items, clothing, diapers and personal toiletries for the victims of the recent tornados in Alabama.
Tornado barrels through parts of Alabama, as the South gets hits with severe weather.
Although it hasn't been officially declared a tornado, folks in Western Michigan's Allegan County are thankful that no one was killed in the vicious storm that swept through their area.
As the main airport in St. Louis is shut down following an apparent tornado, scheduled flights into and out of Metro Airport have been impacted Saturday.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said there will be no state criminal prosecutions arising from the Flint water crisis.
President Trump said the U.S. is considering changing the name of Lake Ontario to "Lake America" amid an escalating trade fight with Canada.
That's a much higher rate than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
One person escaped safely as a fire spread from a neighboring house to their home early Tuesday on Burlingame Street in Detroit.
Body camera footage given to CBS News Detroit shows Redford Township police arresting a Detroit police officer who also serves as the department's spokesperson.
President Trump said the U.S. is considering changing the name of Lake Ontario to "Lake America" amid an escalating trade fight with Canada.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said there will be no state criminal prosecutions arising from the Flint water crisis.
One person escaped safely as a fire spread from a neighboring house to their home on Burlingame Street in Detroit.
It was a long night in Lincoln Park, Michigan, on Monday, as the city council meeting ran for hours, with many residents coming out to express their frustrations over rising water rates.
Body camera footage given to CBS News Detroit shows Redford Township police arresting a Detroit police officer who also serves as the department's spokesperson.
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.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs has died at the age of 87, her family said Saturday.
There's just about every kind of artist and artwork you can imagine in Brighton at the third annual street art fair.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
President Trump said the U.S. is considering changing the name of Lake Ontario to "Lake America" amid an escalating trade fight with Canada.
Jonathan Aranda homered and Drew Rasmussen gave up three hits in six strong innings as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the slumping Detroit Tigers 4-1.
Although some Canadian goods will get more expensive in the U.S., trade experts don't expect a broader inflation spike.
Millions of Generation X Americans expect to depend on Social Security as their main — or only — source of retirement income.
Rob Burnside, a principal at an Ohio high school, made the decision to help one of his students, and it cost him his job.
A bat found in Livingston County, Michigan, has tested positive for rabies, the local health department said on Thursday.
Providers, students, clients and community members gathered outside the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan headquarters to urge the organization to pursue solutions that preserve access to care.
The new facility brings a wide range of services together under one roof, including workforce development programs, educational opportunities, behavioral health support and family services.
A human case of West Nile virus in West Michigan was detected through routine screening of a blood donation, health officials say.
The number of new cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan is starting to noticeably slow down, but state health officials are still tracking the summer outbreak.
That's a much higher rate than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
Jonathan Aranda homered and Drew Rasmussen gave up three hits in six strong innings as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the slumping Detroit Tigers 4-1.
The Detroit Tigers were swept in a three-game series by the Kansas City Royals, falling 11-7 on Sunday.
The Detroit Tigers were topped by the Kansas City Royals 3-1 on Saturday night.
Joshua Dobbs ran for a 50-yard touchdown and the Detroit Lions held on for a 17-13 preseason win against the Washington Commanders.
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.
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.
President Trump said the U.S. is considering changing the name of Lake Ontario to "Lake America" amid an escalating trade fight with Canada. Bradley Blackburn reports.
The trade war between the U.S. and Canada is becoming more heated. CBS News recaps the tariff situation along with other news from the White House.
Dozens of Lincoln Park residents spoke against an increase in water bills at Monday's council meeting. Inkster police say a man stabbed a woman inside a Dollar Tree store. Those headlines and other stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.
Detroit firefighters were on scene early Tuesday to a fire on Burlingame Street that involved two homes.
Happy Tuesday fam! Mostly clear and warmer this afternoon with a high around 81. More sun tomorrow with temps warming a bit into the low 80's. Next chance for rain arrives tomorrow night with a few gusty storms possible.