Kym Worthy: Don't Cut My Funding
Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy told Commissioners, Thursday, this is not the time to imposed a $1.6 million in cuts to her department.
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Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy told Commissioners, Thursday, this is not the time to imposed a $1.6 million in cuts to her department.
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.
The Bloomfield Township Police Department put out a call on social media for community members to participate in the "Jewelry Heist Mystery Game." It's all designed to be like a jewelry heist with missing pieces throughout the city.
There is frustration among some residents and businesses in Troy, Michigan, as additional construction is making it a headache to reach some locations.
PWHL Detroit was in full swing on Wednesday for the 2026 draft, selecting six players, including a Michigan native.
The MSU Department of Police and Public Safety confirmed that there was "an increase in electronic communication and social media commentary, shared both publicly and privately," directed at trustees.
Thousands of Detroit eviction cases could be at the center of a growing legal dispute.
There is frustration among some residents and businesses in Troy, Michigan, as additional construction is making it a headache to reach some locations.
The Bloomfield Township Police Department put out a call on social media for community members to participate in the "Jewelry Heist Mystery Game." It's all designed to be like a jewelry heist with missing pieces throughout the city.
PWHL Detroit was in full swing on Wednesday for the 2026 draft, selecting six players, including a Michigan native.
The MSU Department of Police and Public Safety confirmed that there was "an increase in electronic communication and social media commentary, shared both publicly and privately," directed at trustees.
Workers with Titan Plumbing in Howell, Michigan, were on an emergency call when they noticed what appeared to be an engagement ring. It turns out that the ring had been lost for more than a decade.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
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.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
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.
Jeremy Peña homered and had an RBI single, Peter Lambert allowed just one run on two hits and the Houston Astros beat the Detroit Tigers 4-2.
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Monrings" that the Trump administration wants "to tell the American people what's in this deal."
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development says it will be implementing new animal import requirements after the flesh-eating New World screwworm was detected in the U.S.
A second mosquito-borne virus has been detected in West Michigan's Kent County, local health officials said.
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development says it will be implementing new animal import requirements after the flesh-eating New World screwworm was detected in the U.S.
Following claims of toxic mold at the Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility, the Michigan Department of Corrections says testing did not show "evidence of systemic black or toxic mold conditions."
The victim may have had a medical emergency before the vehicle went underwater, Grand Blanc Township police said.
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.
PWHL Detroit was in full swing on Wednesday for the 2026 draft, selecting six players, including a Michigan native.
Jeremy Peña homered and had an RBI single, Peter Lambert allowed just one run on two hits and the Houston Astros beat the Detroit Tigers 4-2.
A Little League in Ypsilanti, Michigan, was struck with field vandalism and the danger of closing. Now, thanks to the community and a popular social media influencer, the league is thriving.
What have only been renderings so far now jump off the page with the first 3D model of DCFC's future home.
Former NHL player Kyle Calder has died at age 47. The Alberta native spent a majority of his 10 years in the league with Chicago and also played for Philadelphia, Detroit, Los Angeles and Anaheim.
We're in the throes of the 100 most dangerous driving days of the year as more folks take to the road for vacations.
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.
We all know severe weather can happen at any time. Experts say you need to have a plan, and it needs to be rehearsed.
A mystery puzzle in Bloomfield Township, Michigan, is looking to boost community engagement in the city.
There is frustration among some residents and businesses in Troy, Michigan, as additional construction is making it a headache to reach some locations.
Thousands of Detroit eviction cases could be at the center of a growing legal dispute.
A new video was released of a 2024 shooting in Detroit that left a teenage girl with catastrophic injuries. The victim's attorneys are calling for accountability from the Detroit Police Department.