Body found by kayaker in Rouge River identified as missing woman
Wayne police say a kayaker paddling down the river came across the human remains tangled along the embankment near Pershing Street last Wednesday evening.
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Wayne police say a kayaker paddling down the river came across the human remains tangled along the embankment near Pershing Street last Wednesday evening.
A gruesome discovery was made in Wayne, where authorities are working to learn more information about a decomposed body that was discovered on the Rouge River.
The Wayne County Sheriff's Office says systems will be fully functional starting Wednesday after a cyber attack hit the county government systems on Oct. 2.
Authorities say all lanes on Interstate 275 at Ann Arbor Trail were closed on Friday due to a crash.
Residents in Canton Township and other Metro Detroit communities have found antisemitic flyers in their driveways, prompting police investigations.
New measures are in place for some Wayne-Westland schools' home football games.
Wayne County officials say they are investigating a cyber incident that is "targeting some internal systems."
On Thursday, the sixth-grader at Our Lady of Victory Catholic School was on a field trip to the Howell Nature Center when a tree broke and fell on him.
Livonia Public Schools is dealing with a major bus driver shortage, and this means some students will have to find other ways to get to school for at least the next two weeks.
The federal government has stopped sending hazardous waste to a Michigan landfill from Ohio.
Redford Township leaders say a line for marijuana licensing applications began to form outside their offices a week ago.
Three people were killed in a crash on M-14 near Gotfredson Road in Plymouth Township Wednesday morning.
A class-action lawsuit against the Wayne County Treasurer alleges the county is failing to refund tax foreclosures.
White confirmed to CBS News Detroit Wednesday that he has applied for the position with the Detroit-based nonprofit.
Officials said an extensive survey across 20 counties detected the invasive insect in Wayne County. Additional populations were detected in Monroe and Oakland counties.
One week after the Wayne County Criminal Justice Center opened its doors, issues like fighting, flooding, and attorneys' access to clients have been reported.
A 30-year-old Detroit man is accused of assaulting an 81-year-old man who was visiting from Germany.
In an effort to clear up a backlog of cases involving people who say they were wrongfully imprisoned, the Wayne County prosecutor is asking county leaders for help expanding her office's conviction integrity unit.
The City of Detroit is bringing back a vital resource for residents who need a government ID to access services.
A former employee of DMC's Detroit Receiving Hospital is suing the hospital, claiming she was wrongfully terminated after raising concerns following two rapes of psychiatric patients.
Crews closed Canton Center Road over Willow Creek, south of Joy Road, in Canton Township for emergency repairs.
The City of Plymouth sustained substantial damage during the storms. Leaders say the northwest section of the city was hit hardest, with multiple power lines and trees down.
A Michigan man's "mouth dropped to the ground" when he realized he had won $1 million from a scratch-off lottery ticket.
The Wayne County Commission held a special meeting Tuesday to discuss concerns about radioactive waste heading to a landfill in Van Buren township.
Wayne County is working with law makers to make public transit accessible to more people by changing a law. The proposed amendment would allow voters to voice what they want their transit options to look like.
Thousands of Southeast Michigan residents were without power Friday morning in the aftermath of severe weather that struck overnight.
Iran said Friday it had not yet reached a final conclusion on a deal to end the war with the U.S. despite President Trump announcing an agreement would be signed soon.
NASA announced this week the four-man crew that will embark on the Artemis III mission, and one of those astronauts has ties to Michigan.
A well-known jazz club in Detroit is hitting a new high note. After going dark in May for renovations, Baker's Keyboard Lounge is reopening to the public.
Detroit police are investigating after a 16-year-old boy was shot Thursday evening. Police say they are now searching for a person of interest.
Thousands of Southeast Michigan residents were without power Friday morning in the aftermath of severe weather that struck overnight.
The opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge over the Detroit River is officially delayed, the bridge authority said Thursday.
Detroit police are investigating after a 16-year-old boy was shot Thursday evening. Police say they are now searching for a person of interest.
Iran said Friday it had not yet reached a final conclusion on a deal to end the war with the U.S. despite President Trump announcing an agreement would be signed soon.
NASA announced this week the four-man crew that will embark on the Artemis III mission, and one of those astronauts has ties to Michigan.
The United Auto Workers announced on Wednesday a tentative agreement with American Axle in Three Rivers, Michigan, ending a 10-day strike.
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.
A well-known jazz club in Detroit is hitting a new high note. After going dark in May for renovations, Baker's Keyboard Lounge is reopening to the public.
The United States is co-hosting the World Cup for the first time in more than 30 years, and organizations and businesses in Metro Detroit are making sure sports fans have a place to watch the competition.
The project, called "The Stories of Us," invites communities across the country to reflect on their past, present, and future.
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.
NASA announced this week the four-man crew that will embark on the Artemis III mission, and one of those astronauts has ties to Michigan.
The board move marks a shift from a June 4 memo to staff saying email signatures, letterhead and other documents must reflect the name as "The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts" or "Kennedy Center."
Spencer Torkelson hit one of Detroit's six homers and the Tigers rolled to an 11-0 win over the Minnesota Twins.
Multiple floors of the Pentagon were locked down for several hours Thursday morning and hazmat crews were deployed for what authorities had described as a "hazardous materials incident."
Many have watched recently released UFO videos, but most still think the government knows more than it is saying.
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.
Spencer Torkelson hit one of Detroit's six homers and the Tigers rolled to an 11-0 win over the Minnesota Twins.
The U.S. men's national soccer team, which last appeared at the 2022 World Cup, will face Paraguay to kick off its 2026 World Cup.
Byron Buxton hit his 20th home run of the season, Royce Lewis also connected and the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 6-4 on Wednesday night.
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.
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.
Iran hasn't reached a final decision on a peace deal with the U.S., an Iranian official said Thursday. CBS News has this report.
Michigan Humane presents two of the shelter animals in its care that are available for adoption. They are Marta the cat and Jake the dog.
The opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge is on hold again. Detroit police are seeking information on a shooting on the east side. Those headlines, other top stories and weather are in the CBS Detroit news brief.
Damage from severe weather overnight on June 11 in Michigan included a tree that fell on a house in Dearborn.
TGIF Family! After a noisy night of storms, we are looking at a less humid day with partly sunny skies, high 83°. Tomorrow, more sunshine expected with a bit warmer temps in the mid to upper 80's. Sunday a few showers and storms in the morning as our next front moves through the area.