Citizens-Only Voting Petition Sponsors Look To 2028 After Initiative Fails Before State Canvassers

Election attorneys said the state’s procedure to analyze valid signatures was ‘routine’.

El Niño ‘Supersized Before Our Eyes’: What This Means For Winter In MI

El Niño is “being supersized before our eyes,” and the strengthening climate pattern could bring extreme conditions to Michigan this winter.

MI Senator Wants To Regulate Electric Bikes On Public Sidewalks, Trails

Michigan Sen. Jim Runestad (R-White Lake) said the legislation will protect young children from accidents caused by electric bicycles.

Michigan Department Of Corrections To Add Over 800 High-Security Beds, 30 Accessible Rooms

Oaks Correctional Facility will also convert several units to higher-security beds, as will Macomb Correctional Facility.

West Nile Virus Cases Grow In Active Mosquito Year: What To Know In MI

Human cases are climbing in Michigan as an unusually active mosquito season stretches toward fall.

MI Gas Prices Jump 20 Cents Overnight Amid U.S.-Iran Conflict: AAA

Michigan gas prices jumped 20 cents overnight amid rising Middle Eastern tensions, according to AAA.

2026 Mackinac Bridge Walk Draws 34,000, Up From Last Year And Near A Recent High

Last year's walk drew about 33,000 people, meaning 2026 saw a modest increase.

Detroit District Maintains Growth In Literacy And Math On The 2026 M-STEP

The Detroit school district made small year-over-year gains in reading, writing, and math in nearly every grade on state standardized tests.

1 Arrested After Threat Closes MSU's Berkey Hall: Police

Officials did not detail the threat, but said it referenced information about a program housed inside Berkey Hall.

Thousands Of Metro Detroit Residents Might Not Have Power Until The Weekend, DTE Says

DTE plans to give an update on the restoration efforts at 7:45 a.m. Friday morning.

6 MI Beaches Closed, Under Advisory Ahead Of Labor Day Weekend

The closures and advisories come as forecasters expect great beach weather for the holiday weekend.

Major Michigan Retailers To Use Tariff Refunds To Lower Prices: See Details

Consumers in Michigan may soon see some relief at the cash register as major retailers use tariff refunds to cut prices.

Immigration Activity Is Taking A Toll On Children's Health, Doctors Say

“It’s just very disheartening knowing that there’s something I can do, but I am prohibited from doing it because families don’t feel safe.”

Is Lettuce Safe To Eat Again? Latest On Cyclospora Outbreak In MI

Michigan health officials said cases are declining across the state.

Record Labor Day Gas Prices Projected: What MI Motorists Should Know

Drivers face record-high prices as they hit the road for the unofficial end of summer.

Livingston County Sheriff Temporarily Removes Flock Cameras After Repeated Vandalism

The county had about 25 cameras active before their temporary removal, Livingston County Sheriff Mike Murphy said.

Michigan Residents React To Trump's Comments About Data Centers In Communities

The president claims that China "could not be happier with this anti-data center movement."

See Where MI Lands In Ranking Of America's Hardest-Working States

The ranking considered 10 indicators, including average workweek hours and share of workers with multiple jobs, according to WalletHub.

Popular Chicken Chain Continues To Expand, Including In MI

The chain celebrated 30 years in business last month.

U.S. House Dems Challenge Trump's 'Lake Ontario' Name Change Through Proposed Legislation

In a statement to CBS News Detroit, White House spokesperson Taylor Rogers said, "Do the Democrat lawmakers not love America?"

COVID-19 Rates Growing In 48 States: What To Know About Vaccines In MI

Updated COVID-19 vaccines are expected to arrive at Michigan pharmacies, doctors’ offices and clinics later this month.

SNAP Cuts Could Lead To Kids Losing Free School Breakfast And Lunch

Changes to cafeterias could affect even families who have never participated in the federal food stamp program.

Where To Get The Best Labor Day Discounts In Michigan

The Federal Reserve said in July that lower- and middle-income consumers were increasingly buying less and cutting back.

The 10 Best Colleges In Michigan, According To New 2027 Ranking

Niche ranked over 4,000 colleges nationwide for 2027. See which Michigan schools made the cut, plus their acceptance rates.

Drunken Driver Crashes Into MI Gas Station: Police

Police said the pickup driver nearly hit two fuel pumps and a trooper before smashing into the convenience store.

A Summer Of Recalls Exposes Holes In The Nation's Food Safety Net

The recalls have focused attention on the Trump administration’s decision to cut funding and staff at several public health agencies.

El-Sayed Apologizes For Comments He Made Responding To An Attack On A Michigan Synagogue

His comments tied the incident in which a man plowed into a Detroit-area synagogue to Israel's actions in the Middle East.

Democrats Aim To Emulate Republicans In Building State Power

“One of the things the right has known for decades is that by moving state policy, you move national policy,” activist Gary Goldstein said.

New House Committee To Examine Signature Verification Sampling Process For Ballot Initiatives

A new select committee in the Michigan House was established to examine the rules and procedures of the Board of State Canvassers.

"Money Out Of Politics" Proposal To Appear On Michigan's November Ballot

Supporters say it's about separating campaign contributions from government decisions.

Eminem Shares Letter From Dolly Parton In Tribute To Music Icon: "Thank You For The Kind Words"

Parton said, "I hope what I say will not seem weird to you but I have always felt some connection to you like I know you somehow."

Delta Flight From LA To Boston Lands In Detroit As Captain Gets Sick: "I Am The One Who Is Ill"

It happened on Flight DL437 from LAX in Los Angeles to Logan International Airport in Boston.

Seasonal Mackinac Island Worker Arrested In Texas On Child Sexually Abusive Material Charges

Morgan Charles Mitchell, 24, was arraigned on five counts of aggravated possession of child sexually abusive material and two other counts.

LAFCU Heritage Fest returns Sept. 25 to celebrate culture, community and connection

Free event invites area residents to experience music, food, cultural traditions and more

Supreme Court Ruling Puts Michigan’s Mail Ballot Rules In Flux

Michigan on Wednesday joined 23 other states in suing the United States Postal Service over the proposed new rules.

Michigan To Receive $171M In $17B Meta Settlement Over Addictive Features

“For too many years, social media platforms have traded our children’s mental health for engagement on their apps,” AG Dana Nessel said.

Michigan AG Releases Flint Water Crisis Report, Says Final Accountability Step Her Office Can Take

Nessel said she regretted that the details were never presented in court to juries.

2 Hikers Rescued After Plunging Over 40-Foot MI Waterfall: Sheriff

The two hikers suffered only minor injuries, officials said.

Cheaper Imported Beef Could Be Coming, But Savings May Be Slim In MI

The Trump administration is planning to allow imported beef to help lower prices.

5 Best MI Road Trips To See Fall Colors

Fall colors usually peak between Oct. 6 and Nov. 8 across Michigan, starting in the Upper Peninsula and moving south.