Body of missing Westland man found in creek, police say
Police say the body of James Sanford was found on March 28, 2026, in the area of Hines Drive and Levan Road.
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Police say the body of James Sanford was found on March 28, 2026, in the area of Hines Drive and Levan Road.
A Westland, Michigan, man accused of being involved in a multi-state drug trafficking ring has been sentenced to three years of probation, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
The 37-year-old man suspected in the crash at Detroit Metro Airport last month is charged with aggravated stalking in an incident that online court records said happened in December 2025.
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.
Police in Westland, Michigan, say they are investigating a hit-and-run incident after a vehicle crashed into a building on Wednesday.
If you normally use street parking for your vehicle, you may be asked or instructed to move it on Thursday.
A pedestrian is dead after he was struck by a vehicle Monday evening in Westland.
A 61-year-old man is dead and a woman has been arrested after a hit-and-run crash on New Year's Day in Westland, according to police.
A Westland woman was among a dozen players who won a $100,000 prize in the Michigan Lottery Super Raffle Game.
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 Detroit man has been charged with first-degree murder and felony firearm in connection with the fatal shooting of a Salvation Army bell ringer at a Westland Kroger store.
The suspect accused of murdering a Salvation Army bell ringer at a Kroger in Westland on Thursday night is now in police custody.
A suspect is in custody in the aftermath of a fatal shooting at a Kroger store in Westland, Michigan, police say.
Thanks to the incredible kindness of a stranger, a little girl from Westland has a whole new outlook on life.
Southeast Michigan officials are reminding residents that warming centers and respite locations are an option with bitter cold temperatures in the forecast.
A former mayor of the City of Westland, Thomas "Tom" F. Taylor, has died.
A food pantry in Westland is changing its safety protocols after two men were caught on camera ignoring the nonprofit's rules, making its volunteers feel unsafe.
A lawsuit filed by the U.S. Justice Department alleges that a landlord in Westland, Michigan, sexually harassed female tenants, in violation of the Fair Housing Act.
While the rise of online shopping changed the way people go about stocking up on holiday gifts, some people are still doing it the old-fashioned way.
Those who live nearby say it was a scary sight to wake up to in the neighborhood on the west side of the city.
Twinkling holiday light displays are decorating communities across Southeast Michigan for the Christmas season.
Police say the crash happened at around 5:57 a.m. Tuesday near the intersection of Wayne and Warren roads.
A Michigan woman says she's still in shock after winning $1 million in a second-chance giveaway by the Michigan Lottery.
The reptile has since been taken to the Great Lakes Serpentarium in Westland.
Firefighters were called about 5:15 a.m. Friday to a fire on Woodview Street in Westland.
Michigan coach Dusty May has agreed on a deal that will have him continuing to lead the Wolverines "for many years to come," according to athletic director Warde Manuel.
Riley Greene had a three-run homer and four RBIs, Drew Anderson ended the game by retiring Jakob Marsee in a 14-pitch at-bat for his first major league save and Detroit beat the Miami Marlins 6-1 to get A.J Hinch his 400th win as Tigers manager.
A 5% increase in housing and dining rates at Michigan State University for the 2026-2027 academic year has been approved by the Board of Trustees, officials said Friday.
The destroyers were beginning mine-clearing operations in the vital waterway, U.S. Central Command said Saturday.
Multiple people have been detained after a reported shooting in Birmingham, Michigan, on Saturday morning, according to police.
The University of Michigan men's basketball team hosted an on-campus parade and celebration Saturday after winning the 2026 NCAA national championship.
Michigan coach Dusty May has agreed on a deal that will have him continuing to lead the Wolverines "for many years to come," according to athletic director Warde Manuel.
Multiple people have been detained after a reported shooting in Birmingham, Michigan, on Saturday morning, according to police.
Officials are working on creating safe spaces in Detroit for youth because Mayor Mary Sheffield says the city is for everyone, including teens.
What is called the "moon tree" all began with a deal between NASA and an elementary school that used to be in the Ferndale neighborhood.
At a gas station in Detroit, owner Mohamad Mallah, known to customers as Big Moe, decided to give back in a big way.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $3.87 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared an energy emergency in eight Southeast Michigan counties amid rising gas prices across the state.
General Motors has announced that it's making another round of layoffs at its Factory Zero plant in Metro Detroit. The latest round, the second this year, impacts roughly 1,300 workers and is due to a readjustment of operations amid declining electric vehicle demand.
Cities in Michigan lose big tax revenue from pollution-control tax breaks, and many do not track what they give up.
Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate Paul Stanley.
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
Restaurants are being considered for the new Michelin Guide American Great Lakes Edition, set to be revealed in 2027.
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
The bag, called the "Gold Standard Cassette Tape," features a bold, nostalgic design inspired by classic cassette tapes.
The destroyers were beginning mine-clearing operations in the vital waterway, U.S. Central Command said Saturday.
Jalen Duren had 20 points, Duncan Robinson scored 19 and the Detroit Pistons beat Charlotte 118-100, locking the Hornets into the play-in tournament.
Detroit Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows has been sent to a hospital for overnight observation after a head-to-head collision with teammate Riley Greene.
Detroit's Kenley Jansen put Miami down in order in the ninth inning and moved into a tie for third in MLB history with his 478th save, Javier Baez homered and the Detroit Tigers beat the Miami Marlins 2-0 on Friday night to end a five-game skid.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy pointed out that gamers "have many of the hard skills it takes to be a successful controller."
Autism in the D is hosting a "Weekend of Inclusivity," featuring two events aimed at supporting families and highlighting gaps in autism resources across the city.
Dominic Weber and Haylie Reeves met at North Star Reach as campers in 2016.
The Detroit Health Department is hosting a Public Health Week through Saturday, April 11, to provide resources in neighborhoods.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is encouraging parents to consider moving up their children's vaccines against the measles in seven counties.
Many Michigan teens in severe mental health crises are sent far from home for treatment due to a lack of local resources.
Michigan coach Dusty May has agreed on a deal that will have him continuing to lead the Wolverines "for many years to come," according to athletic director Warde Manuel.
Riley Greene had a three-run homer and four RBIs, Drew Anderson ended the game by retiring Jakob Marsee in a 14-pitch at-bat for his first major league save and Detroit beat the Miami Marlins 6-1 to get A.J Hinch his 400th win as Tigers manager.
The University of Michigan men's basketball team hosted an on-campus parade and celebration Saturday after winning the 2026 NCAA national championship.
Jalen Duren had 20 points, Duncan Robinson scored 19 and the Detroit Pistons beat Charlotte 118-100, locking the Hornets into the play-in tournament.
Detroit Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows has been sent to a hospital for overnight observation after a head-to-head collision with teammate Riley Greene.
The roundtable discusses the dramatic impact AI is having in the classroom, at companies and inside homes.
There's a focus on Michigan's defense industry as a national convention comes to Detroit in a few weeks, with over 11,000 people expected at Huntington Place.
Dave Coulter updates Oakland County's move to its new offices in downtown Pontiac and when that might take place.
Gardner White opened doors in Detroit in 1912, and the retailer continues to expand with nine new stores planned this year.
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.
The University of Michigan men's basketball team hosted an on-campus parade and celebration Saturday after winning the 2026 NCAA national championship.
An unassuming tree in Ferndale's Wilson Park has more history than any other in the area. What is called the "moon tree" all began with a deal between NASA and an elementary school that used to be in the Ferndale neighborhood.
The Artemis II crew made its back on Earth after a historic moon mission.
Cecilia Smith and her husband were left scratching their heads after they say a woman walked into their Garden City, Michigan, home on Wednesday and stayed inside for several minutes before driving away. On Friday, one day after CBS News Detroit sat down with Smith, the couple contacted the newsroom and said the woman was identified as a hospice nurse who went to the wrong house.
A Detroit firefighter has been charged with allegedly driving while drunk, causing a crash that killed an 85-year-old woman in Roseville.