Man whose confession to murder was coerced by rogue cop released from prison
A Detroit-area judge has erased a 1999 murder conviction after prosecutors acknowledged that a confession was coerced by a rogue police officer.
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A Detroit-area judge has erased a 1999 murder conviction after prosecutors acknowledged that a confession was coerced by a rogue police officer.
The driver of a Lyft rideshare vehicle is facing multiple felony charges after a crash on Detroit's west side left two people dead.
It has been four decades since Eugene Gardella, Peggy Buchman, Carrie Karle, and their three other siblings learned that their mother, 44-year-old Belinda Gardella, was fatally stabbed.
A 9-year-old Detroit girl was killed, and a 53-year-old woman injured, in the aftermath of Friday's crash at a traffic light.
An Allen Park, Michigan, man has been sentenced for second-degree murder in the 2025 stabbing of his 84-year-old grandmother, according to court records.
The man suspected in last month's crash at Detroit Metro Airport's McNamara Terminal is charged with one count of aggravated stalking in a separate incident, according to the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office.
The Wayne County Airport Authority Police Department is seeking operating while intoxicated, reckless driving and related charges after a driver crashed into the McNamara Terminal at Detroit Metro.
Charges of felony murder, first-degree murder and carjacking have been filed over a Feb. 10 deadly carjacking in Detroit.
Jarvis Butts entered a guilty plea during a pretrial conference on Thursday in the Third Circuit Court, court records show.
A Detroit man has been charged in connection with the assault of three women he dated within a year, according to the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office.
A Detroit man is facing animal cruelty charges after his dog was allegedly found emaciated and abandoned in the cold.
Murder charges are pending in the case of two people who were found dead last March in the basement of a Detroit home.
There will be no charges in the deaths of two children who were found dead as a family tried to live in a van that was parked in a Detroit casino parking garage.
A nurse who is already under investigation over reported sexual assaults faces multiple charges in five new cases, Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy said.
A 17-year-old is facing two firearms-related charges after a gun was found inside a locker in Chandler Park Academy in Harper Woods.
The Wayne County Prosecutor's Office declined to pursue felony charges over a fatal stabbing in Southgate, saying the circumstances involved self-defense.
A parent has been charged in connection with a shooting that took place near Romulus Middle School on Tuesday and prompted the school to lock down.
A Michigan woman who was charged in connection with a hit-and-an run in Livonia that killed a 3-year-old boy and injured his twin sister and mother was sentenced to prison, according to the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office.
A Detroit man is accused of leaving his three dogs outside and allowing two of them to freeze to death.
A Detroit man has been charged with murder in connection with the fatal shooting of a Salvation Army bell ringer at a Kroger store.
A district court judge ruled the legal guardians of a young Detroit boy who died under their care will now stand trial.
A Detroit teen was charged with murder, and a 20-year-old was charged with accessory after the fact, in response to a shooting on Dec. 10.
Police say the alleged assault happened around 8:15 p.m. on Oct. 29 at the McDonald's in the 6800 block of Michigan Avenue.
Authorities say the victim of an Oct. 30 shooting was Christian Epps, 27, of Detroit, who was reported missing by family.
A special team in Wayne County seeks to learn lessons from wrongful conviction scenarios.
Dillon Dingler had two homers among his four hits and drove in four runs, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 10-4 win over the Minnesota Twins.
It is unclear what led up to the shooting, but police say the shooting was an isolated incident.
Police say the vehicle did not stop, and they are currently searching for the driver.
In a 3-0 ruling, the Michigan Court of Appeals on Tuesday overturned a conviction against a man in connection with the 2020 plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
One suspect, whose name has not yet been released, was taken into custody. Police say a weapon was recovered from the scene.
Police say a weapon was recovered from the scene.
In a 3-0 ruling, the Michigan Court of Appeals on Tuesday overturned a conviction against a man in connection with the 2020 plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
While the ribbon-cutting and traffic opening dates for the Gordie Howe International Bridge have not officially been announced, it appears that both events will happen soon.
2026 will be the final year for the Rocket Classic in Detroit.
Toledo's police chief said Tuesday that a dispute between two rival groups appears to have triggered the mass shooting near the Old West End Festival, and two firearms believed to have been fired have been seized.
American Axle, which is headquartered in Detroit, is a Tier 1 supplier to General Motors. UAW members have launched a strike at its Three Rivers site.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
From classic cruisers to new memories still being made, the Woodward Dream Cruise remains a celebration of Michigan's automotive culture.
If you are planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, remember that the cost of gas this year is noticeably higher than last year.
The 29th annual Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats festival kicks off Labor Day weekend in Royal Oak.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
Stephen Colbert, former host of "The Late Show," is helping raise money for the Michigan nonprofit Monroe Community Media after appearing on a broadcast of the organization's community access program "Only in Monroe" earlier this month.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
Dillon Dingler had two homers among his four hits and drove in four runs, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 10-4 win over the Minnesota Twins.
In a 3-0 ruling, the Michigan Court of Appeals on Tuesday overturned a conviction against a man in connection with the 2020 plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
New data from Flint's Rx Kids program shows an 18% reduction in preterm births and a 27% drop in low birth weights, and Detroit officials say they expect similar results as enrollment nears 3,000 families.
Economists expect the Consumer Price Index this week to show U.S. inflation continuing to rise due to higher energy costs.
Attorneys for Salah Sarsour, president of Wisconsin's largest mosque, told a federal judge he has lost 30 pounds and is not receiving consistent medical care for Type 2 diabetes while held in an Indiana jail.
New data from Flint's Rx Kids program shows an 18% reduction in preterm births and a 27% drop in low birth weights, and Detroit officials say they expect similar results as enrollment nears 3,000 families.
Feldman Automotive and the Wahlberg family teamed up to launch the outing six years ago, growing it into one of the region's top charity golf events.
Now out of the hospital, Tavaun Clark says he's focused on recovering and getting back to what he loves most, playing football this summer.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the two people are accused of providing federal authorities with false statements after arriving at the McNamara Terminal on Jan. 25, 2026.
West Nile virus has been detected among mosquitoes in two locations near Grand Rapids, the Kent County Health Department said.
Dillon Dingler had two homers among his four hits and drove in four runs, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 10-4 win over the Minnesota Twins.
2026 will be the final year for the Rocket Classic in Detroit.
Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade by submitting a three-team list of desired destinations, a person familiar with discussions confirmed to The Associated Press.
Feldman Automotive and the Wahlberg family teamed up to launch the outing six years ago, growing it into one of the region's top charity golf events.
Denny Hamlin went from the rear to first again Sunday, winning at Michigan International Speedway to earn his second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series victory from the pole position.
Four leaders appear in one-on-one conversations on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday to discuss their political futures and the road ahead in the 2026 midterms.
Bob Riney, president and CEO of Henry Ford Health, headlines Michigan Matters this Sunday, along with three other community champions who discuss important issues dissected at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
The roundtable discusses the impact of rising gas prices and friction at the federal level with Canada and the U.S., and how it affects tourism.
Police say at least one person was shot and killed Tuesday night on the city's east side.
Detroit police are investigating after a man was fatally struck while walking Tuesday night.
A Livonia man accused of attempting to break into two homes on back-to-back days last month, was arraigned on charges and entered a not guilty plea during a virtual court appearance.
A shooting Tuesday evening in Livonia, Michigan, left four people dead, according to police. One suspect, whose name has not yet been released, was taken into custody. Police say a weapon was recovered from the scene.
NASA introduced the four astronauts who will begin training for the Artemis III mission.