Bribery Trial Involving Mail Truck Repairs Starts
A federal jury in Detroit has heard opening statements in a bribery trial involving the repair of mail trucks in southeastern Michigan.
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A federal jury in Detroit has heard opening statements in a bribery trial involving the repair of mail trucks in southeastern Michigan.
Another potential juror had much to share. She said she had burned down her ex-husband's house in 1994 and was given probation. "I'm not a bad person..."
The Michigan Department of Corrections says two parole agents have been suspended as officials investigate why two ex-convicts now charged with killing an 80-year-old Royal Oak woman were on the streets in the first place.
A judge has denied a request by three people charged with trying to stir rebellion against the U.S. government to have taxpayer-funded lodging during trial.
Prospective jurors have been called to federal court in Detroit to fill out questionnaires in the trial of seven people charged with trying to stir rebellion against the government.
Former Miss USA Rima Fakih made a brief appearance at Highland Park District Court where she will face a bench trial on misdemeanor drunk driving charges.
Lawyers for eight people accused of being part of anti-government militia are opposing the use of an anonymous jury at an upcoming trial in Detroit.
A preliminary examination date of January 27th has been set for the couple accused of murdering 80-year-old Nancy Dailey, of Royal Oak, late last month.
A West Bloomfield teen has been found guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the fatal stabbing of another teen earlier this year.
Joshua Clough of Lenawee County is accused of conspiring to rebel against the government among other charges. He and eight other people are scheduled to go to trial in February.
A jury will decide if 38-year-old Rahim Lockridge intended to kill his wife Kenyatta or if he was simply defending himself after she attacked him.
Trevaun Brooks, accused of assaulting and impregnating his girlfriend's 11-year-old daughter, will remain in jail until his next court hearing,
A man charged with trying to destroy a Detroit-bound flight with a bomb will not speak to jurors when trial opens next week.
The "stand by" attorney for a Nigerian charged with trying to destroy an international flight with a bomb on behalf of al-Qaida, says he is disappointed with the jurors that were picked.
Jury selection has been completed in the trial of the alleged "underwear bomber," Umar Farouk Abdul-Mutallaab.
A 12-member jury and 4 alternates have been selected for the trial of a Nigerian man accused of trying to blow up a plane over the skies of Detroit.
47 people have made the final cut as prospective jurors in the trial of a man charged with a failed terrorist attack on a Detroit-bound plane.
A hearing to determine if some Romulus police officers and the former police chief will stand trial on corruption and other charges has been postponed because of the amount of evidence.
Another full day of jury selection is expected in the trial of a man charged in a failed Christmas 2009 terrorist attack on a plane near Detroit.
Another full day of jury selection is expected in the trial of a man charged in a failed Christmas 2009 terrorist attack on a plane near Detroit.
A Nigerian man charged with trying to bring down an airliner near Detroit is going to trial for the 2009 Christmas Day terrorist attack.
A judge has excused several potential jurors in the case of the Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, accused of wearing a bomb inside his underwear on Christmas 2009.
A week before jury selection, lawyers and a man accused of trying to blow up a Detroit-bound jetliner are returning to court to discuss the process.
Attorneys for ex-Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick and other defendants in a City Hall corruption case Monday met with prosecutors and federal judge Nancy Edmunds.
The man accused of killing Livonia Police Officer Larry Nehasil has pleaded no contest to second degree murder charges.
A 29-year-old Oak Park man was arrested after making threatening statements to burn down the Monroe Catholic church on Tuesday, the Monroe Public Safety Department says.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
A Phoenix suburb ditched a plan to send recycled water from toilets and other sources directly to residents' taps after political candidates made unproven claims that the water is contaminated "poop water."
The man is "accused of being an accessory to multiple murders through his activities there," prosecutors said.
President Trump is hosting Chinese President Xi Jinping for meetings and a state dinner on Thursday, as the world's two most powerful countries try to extend a tariff truce and grapple with a rivalry on advanced AI.
Residents tried to put a stop to the project at a city informational meeting on Wednesday night.
Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Devon Jason Watson, 42, of Detroit, in connection with the fatal stabbing of Jaquoya Wix.
A 29-year-old Oak Park man was arrested after making threatening statements to burn down the Monroe Catholic church on Tuesday, the Monroe Public Safety Department says.
A 15-year-old Detroit boy is charged with the robbery and murder of a 14-year-old boy on the city's west side.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The spike in prices has also sparked differing opinions among drivers about who's to blame.
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."
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
A Tennessee judge granted Dolly Parton's estate a temporary restraining order Wednesday against the late singer's nephew Bryan Seaver and his private security company.
Nike-owned Converse acknowledged that an ad for its Chuck Taylor sneaker is "deeply upsetting."
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27, a family spokesperson has confirmed.
If you're looking for sunshine in Metro Detroit, Friday is the day to seek it out.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
A Phoenix suburb ditched a plan to send recycled water from toilets and other sources directly to residents' taps after political candidates made unproven claims that the water is contaminated "poop water."
A Tennessee judge granted Dolly Parton's estate a temporary restraining order Wednesday against the late singer's nephew Bryan Seaver and his private security company.
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Some Trump-aligned candidates are calling for an end to the Iran war, even as Trump stands by his Iran strategy and has suggested escalation is possible.
More than 100 volunteers gathered on Monday to distribute fresh food and Alzheimer's education resources to seniors in Oakland County in recognition of World Alzheimer's Day.
Thursday marks one year since Michigan Medicine ended gender-affirming care for young patients
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
The school immunization waiver rate climbed to 7.1% last year from 6.2% in 2024, the fifth straight year of decline and the highest exemption rate since 2010. Michigan is now outpacing the national average.
The standardbred-Friesian mare is currently undergoing treatment and is believed to be unvaccinated, according to state officials.
School board members discussed a potential new policy that would ban transgender women from women's sports and locker rooms.
CJ Abrams hit a tiebreaking two-run homer and added a solo shot to give the Washington Nationals a 3-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday night.
The Detroit Red Wings will likely extend their playoff drought to 11 seasons, putting their dismal run behind only one in NHL history.
River Ryan was outstanding in his Detroit debut, and the Tigers hit three home runs to rout the Washington Nationals 9-2, one day after being eliminated from the American League playoff race.
The Detroit Tigers and Fifth Third announced on Monday that Comerica Park will be renamed Fifth Third Park beginning with the 2027 season.
The signature event was launched 19 years ago by the Metropolitan Affairs Coalition and the Detroit Free Press.
At the top of the list is the open U.S. Senate contest between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers.
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.
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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.
The Detroit Lions are preparing to face former defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn and the New York Jets on Sunday.
St. Clair Shores is covering Flock cameras for at least 6 months after residents voiced concerns. The city council will revisit the issue in March.
The family of the stabbing victim, 34-year-old Jaquoya Wix, will be speaking out in a press conference today.
The family of the woman fatally stabbed will speak out today. Absentee voting starts today. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.
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