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Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson announces run for Michigan governor
Genesee County Chris Swanson is launching a Democratic bid to be Michigan's next governor.
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Genesee County Chris Swanson is launching a Democratic bid to be Michigan's next governor.
CBS News fact checks some of the comments made on the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention.
Rewatch Vice President Kamala Harris' full remarks at the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Vice President Kamala Harris formally accepted the Democratic presidential nomination to close out the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer poked fun at former President Donald Trump's "That woman from Michigan" comment during her speech on Day 4 of the Democratic National Convention, calling him "That man from Mar-a-Lago."
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer jabbed Donald Trump on his knowledge of everyday issues faced by everyday Americans as she spoke in support of Kamala Harris at the Democratic National Convention Thursday night. See Whitmer's full remarks.
"The path that led me here in recent weeks was no doubt unexpected," Harris said of her nomination. "But I'm no stranger to unlikely journeys."
The United Auto Workers union has called for the Democratic Party to allow a Palestinian American to speak from the Democratic National Convention stage Thursday evening.
Rewatch Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's speech as he officially accepts the Democratic nomination for vice president at the 2024 DNC.
Vice President Kamala Harris will formally accept the Democratic party nomination for president, capping the four-day convention.
He launched into criticisms of former President Donald Trump and his running mate, Sen. JD Vance, who he characterized as "one of those guys who thinks if you don't live the life he has in mind for you, then you don't count."
U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, whose Michigan home was targeted in a swatting incident earlier this month, will be speaking at the Democratic National Convention Thursday evening.
Democrats from across the country are returning for Day 2 of the Democratic National Convention as the party continues to rally around its new ticket.
Michigan state Sen. Mallory McMorrow took the stage on the first night of the Democratic National Convention to warn about Project 2025, the detailed blueprint for the next Republican president.
Former President Donald Trump will visit Michigan this week to discuss crime and safety during a campaign event in Howell.
Three presidents, leaders in Congress and other prominent members of the party are addressing the Democratic National Convention this week.
At least seven labor union leaders will speak in Chicago. Teamsters President Sean O'Brien, who spoke at the RNC, will not.
The DNC, where Kamala Harris will officially be recognized as the Democratic nominee, takes place this week in Chicago.
The longtime party figure and native Chicagoan previews this week's Democratic National Convention, and offers a message to his fellow Democrats about the prospects of the Harris-Walz ticket come Election Day.
Kamala Harris received 99% of the delegate votes in the Democratic National Committee's early virtual roll call vote, which ended Monday evening.
President Biden ended his reelection bid weeks before the Democratic National Convention, which is set to kick off Aug. 19 in Chicago.
President Biden is the first sitting president to drop out of running for reelection since Lyndon B. Johnson in 1968 — leaving the race against Donald Trump in turmoil.
The DNC sent a letter to the convention rules committee saying that "no virtual voting will begin before August 1."
Chicago previously hosted for Bill Clinton's nomination in 1996, and the tumultuous convention of 1968, when violence broke out in protests outside.
Detroit Tigers general manager Scott Harris insists he wasn't disappointed that Alex Bregman decided to sign with the Boston Red Sox.
A man and woman each face two felony charges after the St. Clair County Drug Task Force seized a "large quantity" of methamphetamine at a home, authorities say.
Snow is slowly starting to pile up in Southeast Michigan this weekend as multiple systems move through the area.
The meeting comes days after President Trump spoke by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Snow will begin to overspread Southeast Michigan around midnight and continue through Sunday afternoon.
Snow will begin to overspread Southeast Michigan around midnight and continue through Sunday afternoon.
A couple of rounds of snow moving through Southeast Michigan this weekend is creating slick road conditions.
Snow is slowly starting to pile up in Southeast Michigan this weekend as multiple systems move through the area.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann Fabrics filed for a second bankruptcy this week, announcing the closure of nearly 500 stores nationwide.
The Michigan Senate on Thursday approved a bill that amends the timeline of the minimum wage increase ahead of the new law going into effect next week.
President Trump announced a new 25% blanket tariff on all steel and aluminum imports. This tariff is part of a growing list of tariffs his administration has already threatened or imposed.
On Monday, the Trump Administration temporarily postponed a 25% tariff imposed on Mexico.
GM hourly employees who worked 1,850 compensated hours are expected to receive a profit-sharing check of $14,500.
The freezing temperatures have covered Metro Detroit all week. For one tow company, it's been a week full of callers needing help.
President Trump has slashed a slew of EV-related policies, which could affect many states that have received billions of dollars in investment for electrification, notably Michigan.
Bryan and Mayer will be joined by special guests Ryan Bingham and the Texas Gentlemen and Joshua Slone for the Sept. 27 show.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on Wednesday unveiled their 2025 nominees for induction, which include Chubby Checker, OutKast and Mariah Carey.
Among the Westminster Dog Show finalists were a bichon frisé, a shih tzu, a whippet, a German shepherd, an English springer spaniel, a giant schnauzer and a Skye terrier.
A judge has dismissed a lawsuit by an acclaimed opera singer who sued the University of Michigan over his firing for what the school deemed sexual misconduct.
Jon Batiste, a Louisiana native, sang the national anthem at the 2025 Super Bowl.
The requests by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission mark a major departure from its prior interpretation of civil rights law.
The bird flu case had respiratory symptoms and has since been released from the hospital.
Officials at DHS said they had fired hundreds of employees across several of its agencies.
OpenAI attorney William Savitt said the proposal "is not in the best interests of OAI's mission and is rejected."
Michigan solidified the right to an abortion in the state constitution back in 2022, but abortion rights advocates say there's still work to be done.
The bird flu case had respiratory symptoms and has since been released from the hospital.
Michigan solidified the right to an abortion in the state constitution back in 2022, but abortion rights advocates say there's still work to be done.
Records show a major Michigan insurance company is in talks to possibly settle more than 100 lawsuits by employees who were fired after declining to get a COVID-19 vaccination.
Two Michigan children recently died as a result of seasonal influenza A, state health officials said.
County officials said that people who deal with livestock need to be extra cautious to look out for signs of infection, which are similar to seasonal influenza.
Detroit Tigers general manager Scott Harris insists he wasn't disappointed that Alex Bregman decided to sign with the Boston Red Sox.
Bryan and Mayer will be joined by special guests Ryan Bingham and the Texas Gentlemen and Joshua Slone for the Sept. 27 show.
Relief pitcher John Brebbia and the Detroit Tigers have agreed to a $2.75 million, one-year contract, a deal that could be worth up to $14.25 million over two seasons.
The Pistons rolled into the All-Star break with their fourth straight win after blowing out the Bulls 132-92 in the same arena on Tuesday.
The Detroit Tigers are expecting Alex Cobb to miss the start of the season.
The robotics industry is big business with a growing imprint in southeast Michigan.
In 2026, Michigan will have a wide-open race for governor, secretary of state, attorney general, and now U.S. Senate seat.
The Motor City is the focus of CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters as the 2025 Detroit Auto Show and Michigan Central Station's imprint grow, which is discussed by an all-star lineup of leaders.
Detroit Auto Dealers Association co-directors Rod Alberts and Sam also appear on the show and share thoughts about Bill Ford and Roger Penske.
Duggan announced in late 2024 that he would not seek re-election as mayor in 2025 and would instead seek the top job in 2026.
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The rise in interest in raising chickens comes amid the ongoing avian flu outbreak.
Saturday's demonstration comes as the Trump administration continues to cut down the federal workforce.
A 33-year-old man is facing felony charges after a police chase in Warren ended in a crash that injured a police officer and the man's 12-year-old daughter.
Two Michigan children are confirmed to have died as a result of influenza infections during this winter flu season, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said Friday.