Red Cross, Volunteers In Suburban Detroit Helping In Clean-Up Efforts
Monday marks one week since torrential rains flooded streets and freeways, trapping cars and sending rushing water into thousands of basements.
Monday marks one week since torrential rains flooded streets and freeways, trapping cars and sending rushing water into thousands of basements.
A woman who city officials said died in massive flooding this week in the Detroit area has a message to share.
While the flood waters might be gone, the recovery and cleanup are going to last for a quite while.
The governor will spend some time helping clean up after this week's historic flood, according to his office.
Communities are just starting to realize the extent of damage caused by Monday's record-breaking storms.
A section of Outer Drive that has been underwater for most of the week is expected to finally reopen Friday morning.
In especially hard-hit Macomb County, officials urge affected property owners to call a special information hotline.
Schuette's Consumer Alert recommends the following six consumer tips for hiring a water clean-up company or contractor:
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Motorists traveling on I-94 on Detroit's east side got more of an amusement park ride than a smooth ride to work.
What's more attractive than finding a bargain that's soaked in raw sewage?
Many cars have been damaged or destroyed by Monday's flooding, including several at a Sterling Heights apartment complex
Water department officials say the system worked exactly as it was designed to - the day of torrential rains - which they say just overwhelmed the system.
"We will be doing ongoing inspections that will go on to make sure everything's always working how it's suppose to ; but we really did come out in good shape."
Aerial footage presents a dramatic picture of a water-logged Macomb County.
MDOT says an investigation is ongoing to figure out what went wrong...
"The flooding that continues to impact Southeastern Michigan is a disaster in every sense of the word," the governor said.
Scrap metal thieves are adding to the delays in getting water cleared from flooded roads.
The aftermath of flooding in the area forced mayors in Ferndale, Highland Park and Warren to declare a State of Emergency.
Following record flooding, Consumers Energy is urging home and business owners in the metro Detroit area with appliances that were affected by Monday's rainstorms to have them inspected by a qualified contractor before attempting to restart and use them.
Her daughter, who is 72-years old, discovered her mother's floating body Tuesday morning.
Spokesperson John Mozena says the flooding is wide-spread, and it's been difficult trying to get a handle on where the biggest problems are.
Citizens shouldn't worry, Michigan's governor says, everything is under control.
"So far we're still probably, kind of at the same point where were last night," Lt. Mike Shaw said.
"It appears that Warren was the epicenter of the disaster. There's at least 1,000-plus cars abandoned on the thoroughfares of Warren," Fouts said Tuesday morning.
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A group of Northville residents has filed a lawsuit alleging that the demolition of Northville Downs has caused "irreparable harm to the neighbors."
A 74-year-old man was taken into custody on Thursday after he allegedly stabbed his wife and his grandson in Sterling Heights.
Former President Donald Trump publicly recounted the assassination attempt for the first time during a speech at the Republican National Convention.
Former President Donald Trump placed Corey Comperatore's firefighting helmet and jacket on stage during his address at the Republican National Convention.
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A group of Northville residents has filed a lawsuit alleging that the demolition of Northville Downs has caused "irreparable harm to the neighbors."
A 74-year-old man was taken into custody on Thursday after he allegedly stabbed his wife and his grandson in Sterling Heights.
A jury has acquitted Michael Jackson-Bolanos of first-degree murder in the death of Detroit synagogue leader Samantha Woll, but were deadlocked on charges of felony murder and home invasion and reached a guilty verdict on a charge of lying to police.
Former President Donald Trump publicly recounted the assassination attempt for the first time during a speech at the Republican National Convention.
Ford will make its F-Series Super Duty pickups at a plant in Ontario, Canada beginning in 2026 in order to keep up with customer demand for the vehicle.
The Biden administration is awarding $1.7 billion to 11 "shuttered or at-risk" facilities in Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland and Virginia, to bolster electric vehicle production.
Throughout the next year, dozens of new zero-emission buses will be hitting the pavement in the city of Detroit, all thanks to a $30.8 million federal grant.
The company said the temporary layoffs will impact about 1,600 workers for the month of July.
American automakers are pushing back against a federal safety ruling that involves automatic emergency braking technology in new cars.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Former President Donald Trump publicly recounted the assassination attempt for the first time during a speech at the Republican National Convention.
Former President Donald Trump placed Corey Comperatore's firefighting helmet and jacket on stage during his address at the Republican National Convention.
An initiative from the nonprofit group StoryCorps seeks to find common ground through shared stories.
Dobbs was an early and vocal supporter of former President Donald Trump during his candidacy for the White House in 2020 and throughout his presidency.
The latest forecast indicates temperatures will likely be warmer than usual for much of the U.S. in August, September and October.
The now-recalled Diamond Shruumz gummies had been sold legally, but testing found they contained an illegal controlled substance.
Citing suspected links to a listeria outbreak, Canada's health agency has issued a recall notice for 18 plant-based drinks sold under the Silk and Great Value brands.
The study showed that inulin administered as gel-based immunotherapy prevented allergic reactions in mice for common peanut, egg white and milk allergies.
Nearly 7,000 pounds of hot dogs were produced and distributed without being inspected, federal government says.
At least 36 have been hospitalized after eating the mushroom "edibles."
Three former Detroit Tigers and a Detroit Lions all-time great join a pair of University of Michigan legends on the list.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
The Detroit Lions will induct Hall of Fame wide receiver Calvin Johnson into the Pride of the Lions during the 2024 season.
Paris 2024 Summer Games organizers hope Olympic flame's glitzy arrival in the City of Light can help cast off shadow of low local enthusiasm.
Argentina won its second straight Copa America championship, overcoming Lionel Messi's second-half leg injury to beat Colombia 1-0 on Lautaro Martínez's 112th-minute goal.
Gardner-White is a 112-year-old family-owned furniture retailer, and Stewart is the first female to serve as CEO of the company.
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U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm and U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg appear on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday.
The University of Michigan's Ross School of Business is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.
The three top elected county leaders essentially run the Metro Detroit region.
Earlier this week, U.S. Sen. Gary Peters of Michigan pledged to hold a bipartisan investigation into last week's assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. Peters joined CBS News Detroit to talk about the investigation.
A group of Northville residents has filed a lawsuit alleging that the demolition of Northville Downs has caused "irreparable harm to the neighbors."
A jury Thursday acquitted Michael Jackson-Bolanos of first-degree murder in the October 2023 death of Detroit synagogue leader Samantha Woll, but was deadlocked on charges of felony murder and home invasion. It reached a guilty verdict on a charge of lying to police.
Michigan pastor Lorenzo Sewell addressed the 2024 Republican National Convention on Thursday, one month after former President Donald Trump visited his church in Detroit. "He came to the hood because he cares about average, everyday Americans," Sewell said.
Severely overdue credit card debt rose to 10.7% during the first quarter of the year, the highest in over a decade. Despite declining inflation over the past several months, higher-than-usual prices are still a problem for most Americans. Financial well-being program manager Candice Towers with Lake Trust Credit Union provides tips on improving credit card debt.