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Extreme flooding of the Mississippi River this spring is expected to result in the largest Gulf of Mexico "dead zone" on record, according to a University of Michigan aquatic ecologist and his colleagues.
Nanoparticles of the right dimensions and shape may be the key in combating the plaque that destroys neurons and leads to symptoms associated with Alzheimer's disease, a new report shows. University of Michigan chemical engineering professor Nicholas Kotov says the nanotechnology means can attract and capture the longer fibrils that are known to form plaque related to neurodegenerative disorders.
A smoking ban for the entire University of Michigan campus is about to take effect.
Banning federal funding for human embryonic stem cell research would have "disastrous consequences" on the study of a promising and increasingly popular new stem cell type that is not derived from human embryos, according to a University of Michigan researcher and his colleagues.
Here's an opportunity to learn about football and benefit cancer research in the process. The University of Michigan Women's Football Academy takes place on Saturday.
Lycera, a biopharmaceutical company and University of Michigan spinoff, plans to partner and collaborate with U-M faculty and students with a move to UM's North Campus Research Complex.
According to new government data, the recession in Michigan ended last year. UM Economist Donald Grimes says even though our economy saw its best growth in 8 years, consumers are still apprehensive.
Terrell Pryor is the latest person to leave the Ohio State Buckeyes football program.
Though pundits and candidates suggest there is too much anger in politics, the emotion does have a potential benefit - it significantly motivates citizens to vote, according to a U of M study.
Researchers from the University of Michigan, the Alabama Aquatic Biodiversity Center and the Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission have found alive a species of snail called a limpet that was thought to be extinct.
The University Research Corridor released a new report today that shows how the information and communication technology industry is a worthy educational investment, offers higher-paying jobs and has potential for more business growth in Michigan.
The University of Michigan took second place in the International Collegiate Programming Contest held earlier this week, becoming the only American school to finish in the top 12.
University of Michigan astronomers have been examining old galaxies -- and have been surprised to discover that they are still making new stars. The results provide insights into how galaxies evolve with time.
Forget about working crossword puzzles and listening to Mozart. If you want to improve your ability to reason and solve new problems, just take a few minutes every day to do a maddening little exercise.
Former University of Michigan and NBA player Jalen Rose has pleaded guilty to DUI during an appearance in District Court in West Bloomfield Township.
If a gay or bisexual man seeks sex or dating online, the type of partner or relationship he wants is a good indicator of whether he'll engage in safe sex, a new study suggests.
Shopping mall pioneer Al Taubman has donated $11 million to Lawrence Tech University in Southfield.
Despite significant technological improvements, children reliant on long-term mechanical ventilation often require extensive additional care, including costly hospital stays and emergency visits, according to a new study from the University of Michigan
A new health care policy institute -- one that is expected to become one of the largest of its kind in the nation -- will be established at the University of Michigan's North Campus Research Complex.
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University of Michigan students will be paying more for room and board next year.
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After two quarters of declines, the Ann Arbor-based analysts behind the American Customer Satisfaction Index reported an increase for the quarter. ACSI officials said gains for utility and health care companies more than offset satisfaction decline in the information sector.
Very fast talkers were seen as untrustworthy and people who spoke really slow were viewed as not too bright.
Paramedics and emergency medical technicians face a harsh reality in Michigan.
The visit "will celebrate the historic connections and the modern bilateral relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States," Buckingham Palace says.
Scattered severe thunderstorms are possible Tuesday in Southeast Michigan, with damaging winds the primary concern, but also a potential for large hail and tornadoes.
Part of the Lodge Freeway in Detroit was closed during Tuesday morning rush after Michigan State Police learned of a body found along the road.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel was among those speaking at a town hall meeting in Howell on the topic of data center developments.
Scattered severe thunderstorms are possible Tuesday in Southeast Michigan, with damaging winds the primary concern, but also a potential for large hail and tornadoes.
Part of the Lodge Freeway in Detroit was closed during Tuesday morning rush after Michigan State Police learned of a body found along the road.
Paramedics and emergency medical technicians face a harsh reality in Michigan.
Federal officials on Monday for the first time labeled the March 12 attack at Temple Israel as an act of terrorism inspired by Hezbollah, an Iran-backed militant group.
The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent crude oil prices surging.
Cities in Michigan lose big tax revenue from pollution-control tax breaks, and many do not track what they give up.
Gas prices are currently hovering just below $4 a gallon in much of Michgan, AAA says.
Henry Ford introduced the moving assembly line, a system that reshaped industrial production and helped make automobiles more accessible to the public.
A $4.3 billion investment is going toward a battery cell manufacturing plant in Lansing, Michigan, to provide Tesla with prismatic battery cells.
The United Auto Workers says that Detroit Diesel is adding a third shift, recalling laid-off workers and hiring dozens more people.
The bag, called the "Gold Standard Cassette Tape," features a bold, nostalgic design inspired by classic cassette tapes.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
It's a sign that Metro Detroiters are ready to say goodbye to winter and welcome spring, and the Marche du Nain Rouge is a feast for the eyes.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
Afroman spoke to CBS News after he won the case, which tested the limits of parody and the license artists can take in social commentary directed at public figures.
The visit "will celebrate the historic connections and the modern bilateral relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States," Buckingham Palace says.
The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent crude oil prices surging.
Federal officials on Monday for the first time labeled the March 12 attack at Michigan's Temple Israel as an act of terrorism inspired by Hezbollah, an Iran-backed militant group.
Kid Rock shared videos to social media that show two Army helicopters outside of his Tennessee home. An Army official confirmed to CBS News that it was a training flight.
Despite reports of long TSA lines and airport disruptions nationwide, Detroit Metro officials said conditions locally remained manageable.
Paramedics and emergency medical technicians face a harsh reality in Michigan.
Around 19,000 Corewell Health patients have been impacted by a data breach that happened in 2024, the nonprofit said Friday.
A child under the age of 5 is now the latest case of measles in an outbreak being traced in Washtenaw County, Michigan.
As communities across the country face growing fears of increased immigration enforcement patrols, a coalition of civil rights advocates and health care professionals in Michigan is banding together to offer support for those on the frontlines.
Oakland County officials say medical debt impacts approximately 114,000 county residents.
Madison Booker had 19 points and seven rebounds, fifth-year senior guard Rori Harmon has 13 assists and Texas is going to the women's Final Four for the second year in a row.
With all of Michigan's recent success in athletics, CBS News Detroit talked to some prospective students to find out how far that goes in convincing them to choose Michigan for college.
Michigan coach Dusty May remembers watching Rumeal Robinson and the Wolverines win the national championship in 1989.
After being down by as many as 19 on Sunday, Braylon Mullins retrieved a loose ball near midcourt in the waning seconds against Duke and hit a three-pointer from 35 feet away to take the lead.
Michigan is a contender now, taking on Texas in the only women's NCAA Tournament regional final matching the top two seeds.
There's a focus on Michigan's defense industry as a national convention comes to Detroit in a few weeks, with over 11,000 people expected at Huntington Place.
Dave Coulter updates Oakland County's move to its new offices in downtown Pontiac and when that might take place.
Gardner White opened doors in Detroit in 1912, and the retailer continues to expand with nine new stores planned this year.
Rose talks about a new TV series being filmed in Detroit called "South West High," which revolves around a fictional high school in the Motor City.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Part of the Lodge Freeway in Detroit was closed during Tuesday morning rush after Michigan State Police learned of a body found along the road.
Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick is at risk of losing his home in Novi over unpaid property taxes.
The FBI said Monday that the Temple Israel attack was an act of terrorism inspired by Hezbollah. Michigan law enforcement agencies are cracking down on distracted driving. Other top stories and the severe weather outlook for Tuesday are in our news brief.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel was among the speakers at a town hall Monday in Howell, Michigan, on the topic of data center developments.
The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center has placed Southeast Michigan into the "slight risk" category for severe weather on Tuesday. Scattered severe thunderstorms are possible with damaging winds the primary concern, but also a potential for large hail and tornadoes.