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A 12-year-old boy in a forklift led Ann Arbor officers on a chase Saturday evening after stealing the construction vehicle from a middle school.
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A 12-year-old boy in a forklift led Ann Arbor officers on a chase Saturday evening after stealing the construction vehicle from a middle school.
A 78-year-old Ypsilanti woman who was last seen on Sunday, Nov. 19, has been found dead on US-23, the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office Tuesday.
Elections are being held in Livingston, Lenawee, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw and Wayne counties.
The case remained unsolved until the Washtenaw County Sexual Assault Kit Initiative began investigating the incident and identified Lewis Smith as the suspect.
Three individuals have been arraigned on charges in connection to an armed robbery and attempted home invasion that happened in Ann Arbor last week, and they were each given a $2 million bond.
A new COVID variant is causing concern among health officials. The variant BA.2.86 is starting to appear nationwide.
The body of a 69-year-old man was found Tuesday after his kayak overturned on Horseshoe Lake in Northfield Township.
The report says there was a 74% increase in firearms deaths in two five-year periods: 2012-2016 and 2017-2022.
The Ypsilanti Police Department is temporarily partnering with the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office to respond to and investigate major crimes as the department faces staffing shortages.
Michigan State Police says it is investigating a suspected homicide after one person was found inside a vehicle Tuesday on M-14 in Washtenaw County.
The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office says the barricaded individual has been peacefully taken into custody following a fatal stabbing at an apartment in Ypsilanti Township Thursday morning.
As Michiganders plan outdoor activities for the Fourth of July, they should try to prevent tick bites as cases of Lyme disease are increasing, with over 25 cases reported in Washtenaw County during June.
Tamar Louis Lorenzo Young was arrested after investigators said he shot multiple people following an altercation.
Four people were shot in Ypsilanti Township Monday evening.
Authorities are investigating after four people were shot, with two dead, in Ypsilanti Township on Monday.
Food Gatherers aims to bridge the meal gap for children and families by offering free meals five days at sites throughout Washtenaw County.
The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners approved during its June meeting on Wednesday a resolution to ban the sale of flavored tobacco products across the state.
A 16-year-old from Ypsilanti Township is in custody following an alleged shooting outside a KFC restaurant.
A 22-year-old man has been charged with open murder in connection to the fatal shooting of a 24-year-old man while he was entering his home in Ann Arbor. Police say the two men knew each other.
This weekend, hundreds of cyclists will be peddling through a fundraiser in Ann Arbor to give back to the American Diabetes Association.
After seven counties report detections in west and northwest Michigan, an invasive insect is found in Washtenaw County.
Four people are hospitalized after a crash that happened during a police chase along US-23 in Washtenaw County.
A portion of I-94 is closed in Ann Arbor after a car and a semi-truck were involved in a crash Wednesday morning.
Members of the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners, the prosecutors' office, and the county sheriff's office welcomed the community for an open discussion discussing topics impacting the county centered around race and the individual needs of county members.
Lincoln Consolidated Schools canceled classes Friday after a potential threat was circulating online Thursday.
Police made 22 misdemeanor arrests Tuesday during the "Christian Crusader March" near a Dearborn City Council meeting, with no injuries reported.
An electric utility worker is Michigan's 30th workplace death of 2026, the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration said.
The Monroe Public Safety Department and the Monroe County Sheriff's Office are warning residents about scam phone calls impersonating police.
Michigan faces a challenging season with six opponents in the preseason AP Top 25.
Michigan is reporting its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as EEE, since 2021.
Police made 22 misdemeanor arrests Tuesday during the "Christian Crusader March" near a Dearborn City Council meeting, with no injuries reported.
Michigan is reporting its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as EEE, since 2021.
An electric utility worker is Michigan's 30th workplace death of 2026, the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration said.
The Monroe Public Safety Department and the Monroe County Sheriff's Office are warning residents about scam phone calls impersonating police.
Michigan faces a challenging season with six opponents in the preseason AP Top 25.
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.
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.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
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.
Police made 22 misdemeanor arrests Tuesday during the "Christian Crusader March" near a Dearborn City Council meeting, with no injuries reported.
Eligible soldiers must reenlist for a minimum of two years and up to six years.
Tyrone Noling has spent 30 years on death row for the double murder of an elderly Ohio couple that he insists he didn't commit.
Tuesday's Dearborn City Council meeting was not business as usual, with anti-Islam protesters gathering before and during the meeting.
Democratic Sen. Elissa Slotkin has asked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to confirm that he won't send troops to polling places during the midterm elections.
Michigan is reporting its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as EEE, since 2021.
A second Metro Detroit library has reported detecting bedbugs, resulting in a temporary closure of the branch for treatment and cleaning.
Large bags and shopping carts are banned from the Royal Oak Public Library as staff attempt to prevent a bedbug resurgence.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says a human case of influenza A H1N2 swine flu was detected in a person who was a participant at the Kent County Youth Fair.
A new executive order from President Trump is reshaping federal childhood vaccine recommendations and encouraging states to review their school immunization requirements, a move that comes as Michigan families prepare for the new school year.
Michigan faces a challenging season with six opponents in the preseason AP Top 25.
Braxton Ashcraft allowed five hits over eight efficient innings, Oneil Cruz homered in his return from the injured list, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Detroit Tigers 4-1.
Kevin McGonigle hit a two-run homer, and the Detroit Tigers held off the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-5 on Monday night and moved into a three-way tie for the final AL wild-card spot.
LIV Golf is ending its season one tournament early.
Western Michigan's Dan Bartholomae has been hired as Michigan State's athletic director.
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.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
A trial has begun in federal court in California, where nearly 30 states are suing Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, on accusations of intentionally designing a product that is addictive to youth. CBS News has this report.
Hundreds of people remain stranded in Hawaii after Hurricane Lala created catastrophic flooding. Here's a recap of the damage and what needs to be remediated.
Anti-Islam protesters gathered before and during the Dearborn city council meeting on Tuesday, which was moved to a larger location to accommodate the potential crowds. Here's a recap of the situation as of Wednesday morning.
President Trump has delayed a new round of tariffs on Canadian imports that was to take effect on Wednesday. Should they take effect, the auto industry is among those expected to be affected. CBS Detroit has this report.
Anti-Islam protesters and Dearborn community members attend the city council meeting. The new round of Canadian import tariffs is delayed. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.