Trump administration releases records on Martin Luther King Jr. assassination
The federal government released over 200,000 pages of documents on the 1968 assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., a move ordered by President Trump.
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The federal government released over 200,000 pages of documents on the 1968 assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., a move ordered by President Trump.
President Trump said he'll declassify any remaining files from John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassinations.
Nearly 60 years after his death, the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. continue to be honored and celebrated by the next generation.
Temperatures may have plummeted into the single digits on Monday, but that didn't stop more than one hundred people from honoring the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at Hope United Methodist Church in Southfield.
On Monday, Hope United Methodist Church in Southfield held it's 39th annual MLK peace walk celebration commemorating the legacy of the civil rights leader.
Rep. Rashida Tlaib and UAW President Shawn Fain are scheduled to speak at the event to discuss fair labor rights and the war in Gaza, as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. dedicated his life to advocating for civil rights.
Eastern Michigan University will once again kick off its annual Martin Luther King Jr. celebration with former New Jersey Judge Victoria Pratt as the keynote speaker.
The home had been open for public tours through last month, when it was closed for an "extensive renovation project" that is not expected to be completed until 2025.
Hundreds of Detroiters gathered Saturday for the 60th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Freedom March in Detroit.
The speech took place after he and over 100,000 people walked down Woodward in a march called the Walk to Freedom.
The multiple days of celebration in June will include a march, freedom summits, and the unveiling of a statue of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
To honor the hard work and dedication of Martin Luther King Jr., hundreds gathered for the 37th annual MLK President's luncheon at Eastern Michigan University on Monday.
The 22-foot tall sculpture, named "The Embrace," represents the hug between Dr. King and his wife after he won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964.
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., various communities will be hosting celebrations over the weekend and Monday.
Oakland County Parks and Recreation is offering free entry into its parks on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Eastern Michigan University is planning a series of events honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
"He had a very good sense of people and how those people were reacting to the times and he could capture that essence. I think that was one of his greatest skills"
In celebration of Black History Month, Farmington Hills residents recognize the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Selma follows three attempts by civil rights leaders led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. back in 1965 to stage a peaceful march from Selma, Alabama to Montgomery, Alabama. Even though the events happened nearly 50 years ago, the message is all too timely.
2013 marks the 50th anniversary of the Great March to Freedom, where some 250,000 people marched down Woodward Avenue in 1963.
Numerous cities, schools and organizations in the Detroit area have special events planned for today to celebrate the birth of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Legislation is pending in Lansing that is intended to prohibit the sale or distribution of a substance called kratom.
Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard is hosting a press conference to discuss the attack on Temple Israel and how the community moves forward.
The man who attacked a synagogue in Michigan last week sent a photo of himself with the AR-style rifle he had during the attack to a family member in Lebanon, according to a U.S. official.
A group of Michigan Democrats asked for an investigation into the relationship between convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Interlochen Center for the Arts.
Michigan takes on Howard at KeyBank Center in Buffalo at 7:10 p.m. Thursday.
Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard is hosting a press conference to discuss the attack on Temple Israel and how the community moves forward.
A group of Michigan Democrats asked for an investigation into the relationship between convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Interlochen Center for the Arts.
Federal officials have found a business checking account linked to former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, and are trying to seize the funds.
Cunningham got hurt in Tuesday's win over Washington, leaving midway through the opening quarter with what the team called back spasms.
Michigan State Police are investigating how and why human remains were found on private property in the Flint area.
Gas prices are currently hovering just below $4 a gallon in much of Michgan, AAA says.
Henry Ford introduced the moving assembly line, a system that reshaped industrial production and helped make automobiles more accessible to the public.
A $4.3 billion investment is going toward a battery cell manufacturing plant in Lansing, Michigan, to provide Tesla with prismatic battery cells.
The United Auto Workers says that Detroit Diesel is adding a third shift, recalling laid-off workers and hiring dozens more people.
AAA says motorists are paying an average of $3.53 a gallon for regular unleaded gas in the United States.
Afroman spoke to CBS News after he won the case, which tested the limits of parody and the license artists can take in social commentary directed at public figures.
Short film director Sam Davis gave a shout out to his Michigan hometown when accepting an Oscar award on Sunday.
The film follows CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp through their seven-year journey to document the toll of America's school shooting epidemic.
The acclaimed filmmaker, who died in February at age 96, revolutionized the art of documentaries with such films as "Titicut Follies." In an interview recorded last year, the pioneering Wiseman talked about his unusual production methods aimed at capturing life.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
The man who attacked a synagogue in Michigan last week sent a photo of himself with the AR-style rifle he had during the attack to a family member in Lebanon, according to a U.S. official.
Afroman spoke to CBS News after he won the case, which tested the limits of parody and the license artists can take in social commentary directed at public figures.
A barrel of Brent crude topped $111, while the U.S. benchmark also rose as the Iran war intensifies.
Fed officials are grappling with a host of economic challenges, from stubborn inflation to a slowing job market.
Allegations of abuse of women and girls by union leader Cesar Chavez were first reported by the New York Times on Wednesday.
Legislation is pending in Lansing that is intended to prohibit the sale or distribution of a substance called kratom.
A new report says Michigan should invest in primary care doctors to ease a severe shortage of physicians that has led to long wait times, higher costs and missed care.
The vote from 10,000 nurses at nine hospitals and campuses received 90% approval for authorization
China Reynolds' son, Auggie, could be waiting for the next 6 to 12 months in the hospital until a new heart is available.
A second resident of Washtenaw County is suspected to have measles, as health officials continue an investigation about potential cases and exposure sites.
Michigan takes on Howard at KeyBank Center in Buffalo at 7:10 p.m. Thursday.
Cunningham got hurt in Tuesday's win over Washington, leaving midway through the opening quarter with what the team called back spasms.
Michigan State faces North Dakota State at 4:05 p.m. at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.
Michigan celebrated its best women's basketball players for the first time this season, honoring Diane Dietz, Katelynn Flaherty Yates and Naz Hillmon by raising maize banners to the rafters at Crisler Center with their names and number in blue.
Wisconsin lawmakers are taking a shot at expanding sports betting in the state.
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.
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.
A group of Michigan Democrats asked for an investigation into the relationship between convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Interlochen Center for the Arts.
All-Star guard Cade Cunningham of the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons has a collapsed lung and is expected to miss at least two weeks and possibly more, the organization confirmed Thursday.
Michigan Science Center coaches CBS Detroit meteorologist Vytas Reid through an astronaut-themed task. The hands-on lesson ties in with the dedication of the science center's planetarium.
Ford Road in Canton Township is back open after a fiery crash on Wednesday. A woman is dead after a shooting in Sumpter Township. Those headlines, sports and weather are in our news brief.
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard told the Senate Intelligence Committee that the Iranian regime "appears to be intact but largely degraded" by ongoing U.S. and Israeli strikes, laying out the intelligence community's assessment of the war at a hearing on Wednesday.