Wayne County Citizens Speak Out Against Community Cuts
The Wayne County Commission on the Ways and Means Committee heard from dozens of people worried about proposed cuts to county services.
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The Wayne County Commission on the Ways and Means Committee heard from dozens of people worried about proposed cuts to county services.
As Michigan sends out notices to thousands of people about ending their welfare soon, WWJ's Pat Sweeting spoke with Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano, asking him if he is concerned.
Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano says it's scary when there's too much of an extreme in the government to drive national policy.
Pea size hail with winds greater than 40 mph. Occasional cloud to ground lightning with brief heavy downpours are possible with this storm.
During the hottest week of the year, the city of Detroit's only water park - the Chandler Park Family Aquatic Center - is being put on notice that it might close.
DTE Energy still has about 5,000 customers that do not have power Tuesday night, due to the thunderstorms that rolled through metro Detroit on Monday.
The Wayne County Commission begins combing through County Executive Robert Ficano's $2 billion budget Tuesday.
Wayne County employees will be asked to continue taking a 10 percent paycut in the next fiscal year that begins for the county on October 1st.
A conference, part of Wayne County's healthy "New-Me" initiative, took place at Ford Field as an effort to help battle obesity.
Wayne County is hosting a conference Wednesday at Detroit's Ford Field, as part of a 3-year initiative to fight obesity with diet, exercise and healthy lifestyles.
A judge has rejected a request from the state attorney general's office that former Highland Park emergency manager Arthur Blackwell II pay triple damages on the $264,000 he was given while running the city.
About 11,000 DTE Energy customers are still without power, down from 125,000, following stormy weather that hit southeastern Michigan Saturday evening.
A fresh wave of severe thunderstorms means more clean up in neighborhoods around Michigan
Wayne County residents can drop off their household hazardous waste for collection on Saturday, June 18 at Henry Ford Community College.
A Republican-proposed map of new district boundaries for the 38-member Michigan Senate would reflect decreased clout for heavily Democratic Wayne County.
Authorities say a man convicted of attempted murder in Detroit is on the run after cutting an electronic tether off his ankle.
Dallas, Texas-based Tyler Technologies Inc. (NYSE: TYL) announced it has signed a four-year agreement with the Wayne County'sThird Circuit Court for its Odyssey File & Serve software, part of Tyler's Odyssey integrated justice system.
The city of Detroit has filed a lawsuit seeking more than $10 million it spent on a federal monitor who had an improper relationship with ex-Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.
After nearly two decades of delays, a big project along the Detroit River is poised to open.
The "new look" Detroit Water Board will meet for the first time since it's been revamped, with new players in the mix.
Judge Mark Somers set bond of one dollar each for Terry Jones and his associate Wayne Sapp.
Wayne County this week is offering free health checks for those without insurance.
Are Wayne County Officials buying a plot of land downtown Detroit to build a 2,000-bed jail?
(WWJ) A Wayne County program offers hope for high students who need help paying for college education. Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano this week is awarding 40 thousand dollars in scholarships through his hope foundation.
If you travel the Southfield Freeway as part of your daily routine, you may need to pack a little extra patience beginning Monday.
Ford has issued two recalls affecting nearly 1.74 million of its cars in the U.S., due to software issues impacting the vehicles' rearview camera displays that could increase crash risks.
A man and woman are dead, and another person was taken to the hospital after a head-on crash between two cars in Lodi Township, Michigan, on Friday afternoon, according to the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office.
Ziaire Williams made two 3-pointers in the final three minutes and the Brooklyn Nets ended a 10-game losing streak by rallying to beat the Detroit Pistons 107-105.
President Trump on Saturday told reporters, without citing evidence, that he believes a deadly strike on a girls' primary school in southern Iran last weekend was "done by Iran."
Police in Detroit are asking for the public's help after they say an individual stole a handgun and credit cards from a truck on the city's west side last month.
A water main break in Farmington Hills, Michigan, that happened early Saturday has spurred a boil water advisory for Walled Lake and a portion of Novi, according to the Great Lakes Water Authority.
An EF-3 tornado moved through Union City, Michigan, during Friday night's severe storms in the southwest part of the state, according to the National Weather Service.
At least two tornadoes were reported in Southwest Michigan on Friday amid severe weather, according to CBS Detroit's Chief Meteorologist Ahmad Bajjey.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
An officer with the Detroit Police Department is accused of stealing explicit photos from a woman's phone as she was detained, the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office said Saturday.
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.
A restaurant celebrating rock music in the era of the legendary band Kiss is set to open in Royal Oak.
Six Flags is selling off some of its North America amusement parks, including Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon.
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."
Ford has issued two recalls affecting nearly 1.74 million of its cars in the U.S., due to software issues impacting the vehicles' rearview camera displays that could increase crash risks.
The zipper head on the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuits poses a danger to babies, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
All six service members died during an unmanned aircraft system attack in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait.
Italian Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, 68, is currently the Holy See's ambassador to the United Nations in New York.
Matthew Tkachuk had his sixth career hat trick and the Florida Panthers beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-1 on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Water testing has detected "low levels" of Legionella bacteria at two more Oakland County government buildings.
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.
Ziaire Williams made two 3-pointers in the final three minutes and the Brooklyn Nets ended a 10-game losing streak by rallying to beat the Detroit Pistons 107-105.
Oksana Masters has competed at every Paralympics since 2012 and is the most decorated American Winter Paralympian.
Matthew Tkachuk had his sixth career hat trick and the Florida Panthers beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-1 on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
Former University of Michigan coach Sherrone Moore has pleaded no contest to a pair of misdemeanor charges.
Detroit Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker says he has requested a release from the team.
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.
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.
An EF-3 tornado ripped through Union City, Michigan, on Friday night, damaging several homes, according to the National Weather Service. Julia Avant spoke with a resident who saw the twister moving his way before he and his family took cover in a basement.
Breezy and dry overnight and Sunday
A water main break that happened Saturday near the border of Farmington Hills and Novi in Michigan is flooding streets and closing down businesses. Areas surrounding the break are under a boil water advisory. Veronica Ortega reports on where crews are in the repair process.
At least four people are dead and 12 are injured after multiple tornadoes were reported in Southwest Michigan on Friday. Julia Avant reports from Union City where rescue teams spent hours on Saturday making sure people were accounted for.
The Detroit Red Wings were relatively active ahead of the trade deadline on Friday. The Wings made three trades this week, including bringing in a top veteran name to help support the defense.