Wildfire smoke pollution linked to 24,100 U.S. deaths per year, study finds
"Our message is: Wildfire smoke is very dangerous. It is an increasing threat to human health," said a study author.
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"Our message is: Wildfire smoke is very dangerous. It is an increasing threat to human health," said a study author.
With the help of a half-inch of rain falling overnight, fire crews have the Benzie Road Fire near Houghton Lake at about 95% contained.
State officials say the fire has been burning since Sunday afternoon east of Old U.S. Highway 27, impacting about 85 acres of land.
"Downed wood has been drying out all summer and it can catch fire easily," said Jeff Vasher with the Michigan DNR.
Officials said they've sent several crews to assist in controlling the massive wildfires, and they don't expect them to stop until Canada sees some snow.
The Dragon Bravo Fire in Arizona has destroyed dozens of structures and a water treatment facility on the Grand Canyon's North Rim.
An air quality alert continues in Michigan through Monday due to wildfire smoke from Canada.
An air quality map shows conditions improving in the U.S. on Friday as smoke from the Canadian wildfires subsides.
Drivers traveling over Michigan's Mackinac Bridge on Wednesday may experience a haze. However, officials say it is not fog but smoke.
Wildfire continues to be a significant risk in Michigan, with much of the state under notices for elevated wildfire potential.
Dozens of wildfires remained active Sunday and diminished air quality in parts of Canada and the U.S., according to officials.
Heavy smoke from wildfires burning across western and central Canada are creating potentially dangerous conditions in several U.S. states, including Michigan.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will continue to spread across the skies over much of the Great Lakes.
Michigan officials have issued an air quality advisory statewide, citing the drifting smoke from Canadian wildfires.
Wildfire smoke from Canada is expected to move over the U.S., and maps and satellite imagery show the large-scale impact of the blazes.
A local therapy dog and her owner have a busy few weeks ahead of them competing in dog shows and helping the victims of the devastating wildfires in California.
Nonprofit groups are working to distribute essential supplies to those impacted by the fires across the Los Angeles area.
Updating maps of Southern California show where wildfires, including the Palisades, Eaton and Hughes fires, are burning across Los Angeles.
Los Angeles is scheduled to host the 2028 Summer Olympics and Paralympics, in addition to World Cup matches in 2026 and a Super Bowl in 2027.
Leaders from the Church of God in Christ are actively supporting people affected by the California wildfires.
The Palisades and Eaton fires burning in Southern California have destroyed more than 12,000 structures.
Four volunteers with the American Red Cross Michigan Region are heading to southern California to help those impacted by the ongoing wildfires.
Wildfires have killed at least 16 people and left behind widespread destruction in Los Angeles County this week, continuing to burn through the weekend as more strong winds and challenging weather conditions are forecasted in the days ahead.
The Palisades Fire – the largest blaze in southern California – continued to burn on Saturday. Officials shared more evacuation orders and warnings for Los Angeles' Encino and Brentwood areas.
CBS News examined public statements and warnings to trace how authorities sounded the alarm about the L.A. fires as conditions worsened. Here's what we know.
Imagine thinking you lost big on "The Price is Right" game "Rat Race," only to discover afterward you got a prize after all.
Michigan State Police provided about 3 minutes of video showing aerial scenes from the tornado damage on Friday in Southwest Michigan.
One man and two women were killed in Branch County, and a 12-year-old boy was killed in Cass County, as tornadoes struck Southwest Michigan on Friday.
A 15-year-old boy driving an ATV died Sunday night after being struck by a vehicle in Redford Township, police said.
Tarik Skubal is thinking about pitching again for the United States in the World Baseball Classic after the Detroit Tigers ace had previously planned to make just one start.
Gas prices in Michigan jumped up 56 cents in the past week, in keeping with gas price spikes across the country, AAA says.
One man and two women were killed in Branch County, a 12-year-old boy was killed in Cass County, as tornadoes struck Southwest Michigan on Friday.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared a state of emergency for three Michigan counties after the National Weather Service said at least three tornadoes touched down during severe storms Friday.
Strong to possibly severe thunderstorms are expected across southeast Michigan Tuesday night into Wednesday as a powerful storm system moves through the Great Lakes.
Southwest Michigan communities are beginning to recover from Friday's storms, and while volunteers are already responding, the cleanup is expected to be a long-term effort.
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 woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
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.
Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, has reached a deal with the Department of Justice as part of a high-stakes antitrust trial.
Videos, verified by the CBS News Confirmed team, show a man apparently yelling "Allahu Akbar" just as a protester throws an "ignited device" during an anti-Islam demonstration
Artificial intelligence can give some workers "brain fry" if overused, according to a new study published in Harvard Business Review.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said "what you're seeing is emotional reactions and fear that this is a long-term war." He stressed that "this is not a long-term war."
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.
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.
Tarik Skubal is thinking about pitching again for the United States in the World Baseball Classic after the Detroit Tigers ace had previously planned to make just one start.
John Gibson and Cam Talbot combined to make 31 saves, Dominik Shine scored his first NHL goal and the Red Wings beat the Devils 3-0 on Sunday night.
Western Michigan and Eastern Michigan both fired their men's basketball coaches on Sunday, parting ways with former assistants under Michigan State coach Tom Izzo.
Yaxel Lendeborg scored 19 of his 27 points in the first half and Morez Johnson Jr. had 18 points, leading No. 3 Michigan in a 90-80 win over No. 8 Michigan State to give the Big Ten champions a 15th straight conference win Sunday.
Priscah Cherono, 45, and American Nathan Martin were the first to finish in the women's and men's races, respectively.
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.
The Michigan State Police Aviation Unit flew over the tornado path in Southwest Michigan. Three confirmed tornadoes touched down in Southwest Michigan on March 6. Four people died, and several others were injured.
The Transportation Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security are reporting lines of three hours or more at some of the nation's airport security checkpoints.
Southwest Michigan was hit with deadly tornadoes on Friday. Community members share their stories about rescues, the damage and relief efforts.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer visited Southwest Michigan to review damage from Friday's tornadoes. Gas prices are seeing a big jump this week. Those headlines, other top stories and weather are in our news brief.
The Kansas City International Airport was evacuated, but reopened Sunday afternoon, as authorities investigated a security situation. CBS News has this report.