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An 18-year-old dancer from Detroit is on the verge of attending a historically Black college this fall; however, he needs more cash to finance his college dream.
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An 18-year-old dancer from Detroit is on the verge of attending a historically Black college this fall; however, he needs more cash to finance his college dream.
Since 2015, a citywide program in Detroit has been connecting thousands of teens and young adults with summer employment opportunities.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a $23 billion education budget for fiscal year 2025 on Tuesday amid pushback from education advocates over some funding.
A federal appeals court has blocked the implementation of the Biden administration's student debt relief plan, which would have lowered monthly payments for millions of borrowers.
President Biden spoke at Mt. Airy Church of God in Christ in northwest Philadelphia before traveling to Harrisburg Sunday afternoon.
One education advocacy group says Michigan's school budget for the next fiscal year is missing some funding.
Michigan lawmakers have passed an $83 billion budget for the next fiscal year.
Several community members felt they didn't have a chance to express their concerns about the Waterford School District hiring former Oxford High School principal Steven Wolf.
The University of Michigan and the City University of New York didn't adequately investigate if campus protests in response to the Israel-Hamas war and other incidents created a hostile environment for students, faculty and staff.
Ann Arbor Public Schools has sent out layoff notices. Some wonder what lingering effects they will have on the upcoming school year.
Advocates representing early childhood education and small businesses called on the legislature to stick to Gov. Whitmer's original budget proposal.
Schools have breaks spread throughout the year, but none so long as summer vacation. The lengthy break dates back to the 19th century.
The Wayne-Westland Community Schools district held a special board and budget meeting on Monday to address problems related to being nearly $30 million in debt and its superintendent on leave.
Congress passed over $1 trillion for infrastructure in 2021, but many aging schools are still waiting for funding.
The Scripps National Spelling Bee had its toughest day of competition with the quarterfinal and semifinal rounds.
The NCAA and five major college sports conferences have agreed to settle antitrust allegations for nearly $2.8 billion over the next 10 years.
Teachers in the Troy School District are picketing for higher pay. The teachers have been working without a contract since Feb. 1.
More than 100 Ann Arbor Public Schools employees will be cut from the 2024-2025 budget. The school board voted for the decision 6-1 at a board meeting at Pioneer High School Monday night.
It's never reached the Governor's desk for her signature but there has been interest from lawmakers in making sure all students in our state are accounted for-- a move one homeschool advocate tells CBS News Detroit amounts to government overreach.
Some U.S. universities with weekend graduation ceremonies are taking steps to contain any disruptions amid tension over the Israel-Hamas war.
The USDA had floated banning flavored milk options from some school lunches.
In December 2023, Detroit Wing Company gifted its Roseville location to Rising Stars Academy, a school for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
A University of Michigan proposal aimed at deterring disruptions on its Ann Arbor campus after anti-Israel protesters interrupted an honors convocation is sparking backlash from free speech advocates.
A day after a dramatic school board meeting, many Ann Arbor Public Schools staff members are worrying about their jobs.
Nonprofit Detroit Forward is partnering with Southern New Hampshire University and career industries to offer degrees and certifications.
Thousands of residents in northern Michigan are dealing with power outages as weekend storms with freezing rain move through the region.
An investigation is underway after a bullet hole was found on a vehicle after a reported road rage incident in Detroit late Saturday.
Shawn Fain, president of the United Auto Workers union, praised President Trump's move to impose tariffs on vehicles, while noting that "tariffs aren't the total solution."
The actor died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
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An attorney representing a Michigan couple who are detained in Mexico disputes claims that the couple breached a contract agreement with Palace Resorts and committed fraud.
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The Michigan State men's basketball team will fight for a spot in the Final Four with its upcoming game against Auburn in Sunday's Elite Eight game.
Detroiters often make the mistake of accidentally driving onto the Ambassador Bridge. For Sarahi, a mother of two, that error turned her life upside down.
Shawn Fain, president of the United Auto Workers union, praised President Trump's move to impose tariffs on vehicles, while noting that "tariffs aren't the total solution."
The union said the tariffs could help bring back thousands of more automotive jobs across the U.S.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk's role in the White House has sparked protests nationwide, including in Southeast Michigan.
Automotive experts believe the buyouts are a cost-cutting move by reducing the workforce.
About 50 cars and trucks that are part of Ford's Heritage Fleet are on display in Dearborn, Michigan.
The Trump administration has imposed a 24% tariff on Canada and Mexico and a 10% tariff on China.
The actor died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
Four North American river otter pups have made their debut at Toledo Zoo in northwest Ohio.
The Sex Pistols, the legendary English punk band, last went on a North American tour in 2003.
A lawyer for the two songwriters suing Mariah Carey said they will "make a decision shortly on whether to appeal."
Sterling State Park in Monroe County will not host a fireworks show on Michigan's Lake Erie shoreline this summer.
Shawn Fain, president of the United Auto Workers union, praised President Trump's move to impose tariffs on vehicles, while noting that "tariffs aren't the total solution."
The actor died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
Protesters are trying to escalate a movement targeting Tesla dealerships and vehicles in opposition to Elon Musk's role in DOGE.
Bees play a key role in the U.S. food supply, and the mass deaths could jeopardize that.
The nonprofit institute's mission is to promote conflict resolution and the prevention of conflicts globally.
A Michigan resident died of rabies after an organ transplant in Ohio, health officials say.
A new business in Dearborn is capitalizing on the growing trend of women-only gyms.
The Livingston County Health Department and Livingston County Mental Health reported six overdoses in the county in just three days.
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
About one in five newborns in the U.S. start out on infant formula, making it a crucial source of nutrition.
Lucas Raymond and Marco Kasper scored, Cam Talbot stopped 21 shots and the Detroit Red Wings beat the Boston Bruins 2-1 on Saturday night.
A long rivalry between Michigan State's Jase Richardson and Auburn's Tahaad Pettiford will continue when the freshman guards lead their teams in the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday.
Detroit City FC finishes the month of March on the road this Saturday afternoon as they take on Louisville City FC.
The Michigan State men's basketball team will fight for a spot in the Final Four with its upcoming game against Auburn in Sunday's Elite Eight game.
Tim Hardaway Jr. scored a season-high 32 points and the Detroit Pistons beat the Eastern Conference-leading Cleveland Cavaliers 133-122 on Friday night to guarantee their first winning season since 2016.
David Wasserman appears and talks about the two political parties.
It's a conversation about the first weeks of the Trump administration and its impact on Michigan.
Newly elected Michigan Democratic Party Chairman Curtis Hertel Jr. discussed his party and its future on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
A career path tied to EVs and clean energy is opening a little wider for some Metro Detroiters.
As the legalized cannabis industry surpassed the $10 billion sales mark in the state since 2019, it's a look at what's ahead for this booming sector.
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The Black Legacy Advancement Coalition dedicated their first home for women in Detroit on Saturday. See how the residence will help women transition out of challenging circumstances.
Saturday’s town hall meeting in Warren featured Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, Michigan Democratic Party Chairman Curtis Hertel Jr. and other Democratic leaders.
Members of the American Federation of Government Employees and workers from the Veterans Affairs hospital in Ann Arbor are protesting against the Trump Administration's federal cuts.
An Oakland County judge ruled on Friday that the man charged in the 2024 Christmas Eve shooting in Oxford that killed one person and injured two others will stand trial, according to the Detroit News.