Man accused of smashing nearly $10K worth of license plate reader cameras
Charges were filed over nearly $10,000 in vandalism damage to license plate readers in Oakland County.
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Charges were filed over nearly $10,000 in vandalism damage to license plate readers in Oakland County.
In Michigan, over 125 cities and counties use automated license plate readers to help law enforcement locate missing people and catch criminals.
Just before 6 p.m. on New Year's Eve, a 71-year-old man's snowmobile fell through the ice on Pleasant Lake in Waterford Township, Michigan.
A popular roller-skating rink in Waterford Township is back open after it suffered serious storm damage last year and customers are ready to roll once again.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office says the man was transported to a hospital for minor injuries.
The Waterford Recreation Center in Waterford Township is permanently closing earlier than expected due to "catastrophic" mechanical issues, officials said Friday.
A Waterford Township man is charged in connection with the shooting death of a 36-year-old Pontiac man last weekend.
A Marine veteran in Waterford, Michigan, has a new roof thanks to his neighbor and a local roofing company.
A man and a woman were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide in Waterford, police say.
A married couple in Waterford Township, Michigan, is working hard to restore a baseball field that used to mean so much to the community. And it can again, with the community's help.
Katie and Andy Belliotti are working to restore Freehan Field in Waterford Township, Michigan. They say the ballpark used to mean so much to the community. Veronica Ortega reports.
A woman died in the aftermath of a head-on crash involving a Waterford Township Department of Public Works vehicle on Cooley Road.
A 30-year-old man is dead after a suspected alcohol-related crash that injured two other people in Commerce Township, Michigan, on Friday night, the Oakland County Sheriff's Office said.
A driver was found unresponsive and later pronounced dead after his vehicle struck a utility pole and tree in Oakland County.
The family of James Dean Odle is seeking answers 14 years after the 28-year-old was shot and killed in Waterford Township, Michigan.
Two people were accused of breaking in and stealing three cars at Elowsky Lawn Services in Waterford Township, Michigan, on Sunday night, and the owner was shocked to learn that the suspects are 12 and 13 years old.
In late June, the same 12-year-old was arrested for stealing several vehicles from a Pontiac business.
The man, his 16-year-old son and a friend, 15, were at the boat launch near Highland Road and Williams Lake Road, preparing to take a 17-foot Chris-Craft boat onto Pontiac Lake when the explosion happened.
"The suspects used force on at least two occasions, to steal purses from female victims," police said.
Police say the scammer would use the name of an actual police officer in the department and instruct the person to call 248-814-2780.
A Waterford man was crossing Cooley Lake Road Saturday when he was struck by an oncoming vehicle.
A Waterford Township, Michigan, man accused of stabbing his fiancée to death is facing charges, according to the Oakland County Prosecutor's Office.
The suspect is currently lodged at the Oakland County Jail.
Four people were injured – including a 10-year-old child– during a crash Wednesday in Oakland County, Michigan.
Billy's Tip 'n Inn in White Lake is stepping up to support the employees of a restaurant that was destroyed in a fire on May 1.
The Pontiac School District said a teacher "no longer works for the district" in the aftermath of a video that appeared to show a verbal confrontation with a student.
An attempted drug smuggling scheme that included methamphetamine found in a state prison yard in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is under investigation.
A Mt. Clemens man has pleaded no contest on multiple charges relating to child porn, the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office said.
A network of satellites supported 300 rescues across the U.S. and its surrounding waters in 2025, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.
Two Detroit men have been charged in the aftermath of a wrong-way driving incident and crash on Eight Mile Road in Warren.
The Pontiac School District said a teacher "no longer works for the district" in the aftermath of a video that appeared to show a verbal confrontation with a student.
Initial estimates showed that it would take five to seven years for renovations at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, but lawmakers said on Tuesday they want it done by the end of 2028.
As the war with Iran continues, people in Metro Detroit are worried that they're going to continue to feel the ripple effects at the pump moving forward.
An attempted drug smuggling scheme that included methamphetamine found in a state prison yard in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is under investigation.
A Detroit man has been charged under Michigan's safe storage law after his 6-year-old daughter accidentally shot herself with an unsecured gun in a home.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Faster Horses, a multi-day country music festival, will not return this summer to Michigan International Speedway.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
A network of satellites supported 300 rescues across the U.S. and its surrounding waters in 2025, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.
As the war with Iran continues, people in Metro Detroit are worried that they're going to continue to feel the ripple effects at the pump moving forward.
Jaylon Tyson scored 22 points, James Harden added 18 and the Cleveland Cavaliers avenged a recent loss in Detroit by beating the East-leading Pistons 113-109 despite playing without injured star Donovan Mitchell.
Initial estimates showed that it would take five to seven years for renovations at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, but lawmakers said on Tuesday they want it done by the end of 2028.
Six American service members have been killed in the U.S.-Iran conflict, U.S. Central Command said.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Henry Ford Health and Teamsters Local 332 remain locked in a labor dispute over a nurses' contract.
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield on Monday appointed former Dearborn Public Health Officer Ali Abazeed as Detroit's new chief public health officer.
Lawmakers say Green Alerts won't just help bring veterans to safety, but also national guard and active service members.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Jaylon Tyson scored 22 points, James Harden added 18 and the Cleveland Cavaliers avenged a recent loss in Detroit by beating the East-leading Pistons 113-109 despite playing without injured star Donovan Mitchell.
This past weekend was filled with the NCAA indoor track championships, including the Ivy League Championships held at the Nike Track at the Armory in New York City.
The Detroit Lions are shaking up their offense with the release of offensive lineman Graham Glasgow on Monday.
The Lions are trading running back David Montgomery to the Texans in exchange for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs, according to CBS Sports.
Detroit SportsNet, a newly launched cable/satellite television channel, will be the broadcast home of the Tigers and the Red Wings.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
Metro Detroit motorists are noticing an increase in gas prices. The murder trial against Dale Warner is moving to closing arguments. Those headlines, other top stories and weather are in our news brief.
CBS News provides this rundown of headines about the Middle East, including President Trump defending his decision to launch the war with Iran.
Metro Detroit motorists are starting to notice higher gas prices at the pump. Here's a look at what's feeding that, and how to keep gas mileage as efficient as possible.
Good morning and happy Hump Day! Dense Fog Advisory until 10 AM. Looking Widespread dense fog, mainly before 8am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 47. Rain returns overnight with more rain and warmer temps for Thursday and Friday.
Day 12 of the Dale Warner murder trial ended with the defense resting its case.