What is an ice jam? What to know about the unpredictable hazard on waterways
An ice jam is a temporary, natural dam made of broken chunks of river ice.
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An ice jam is a temporary, natural dam made of broken chunks of river ice.
A burst water pipe caused extensive flooding in the basement and first floor of 7375 Woodward Ave., Detroit, a building that houses one of the Franklin Wright Settlement service locations along with Youthville Detroit.
The water main break caused issues for those who live nearby on one of the coldest days we've seen this winter.
Some people have been left stranded after historic flooding hit Washington state. In some areas, homes can only be accessed by boats. CBS News has this report.
Freezing temperatures, heavy snowfalls and in some places, flooding, have caused disruptions in several states. CBS News has this report.
The remnants of Typhoon Halong brought record high water to low-lying Alaska Native communities last weekend and washed away homes, some with people inside.
One person was dead and two missing in western Alaska after the remnants of Typhoon Halong brought hurricane-force winds and ravaging storm surges and floodwaters to the region.
The historic flooding event in Detroit in 2021 left thousands of homeowners dealing with damage they never expected, with water reaching as high as their cars and leaving homes like Paula Coleman's completely devastated.
Heavy rainfall that moved through Southeast Michigan Thursday triggered flood watches and alerts in Metro Detroit.
A flash flood warning was issued at 5:50 a.m. Sept. 24 for part of Washtenaw County, with flood advisories and a flood watch also in effect for parts of Southeast Michigan. Here's a rundown of the forecast.
Heavy rains and flash flooding washed out some roads and culverts July 23 in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
Alaska's capital of Juneau faced record floodwaters due to rainwater and snowmelt flowing downstream from a basin dammed by the Mendenhall Glacier.
The NWS in Juneau issued a flood warning for parts of the area around the Mendenhall River. A "crest" is expected Wednesday near record levels between 16.3 and 16.8 feet.
Join CBS News Texas and Chef Tim Love for a flood relief benefit show to help Hill Country rebuild.
Heavy rainfall was moving through Southeast Michigan on Wednesday, causing flooding in multiple communities.
Some of the residents of St Clair Shores are frustrated with the number of times that their basements and neighborhoods have flooded during heavy rains - and they want answers on prevention and mitigation efforts.
Several organizations are accepting donations for those impacted by the floods, as well as first responders and volunteers.
The Road Commission for Oakland County has an update on repairs to Orion Road, which partly collapsed during flooding on July 16
Ground search operations were disrupted Sunday in Kerr County, Texas, where many lives were lost in the catastrophic July 4 flooding.
More than a week after deadly floods struck Central Texas, search and rescue teams are continuing to probe debris for those still missing.
Thunderstorms in central Texas on Sunday triggered flash flood warnings. The heavy rain paused recovery efforts for a short time. Ivan Rodriguez looks into recovery efforts as over 150 people are still missing.
Dan Beazley, of Northville, Michigan, spent 24 hours on the road to get to Kerrville, Texas. He says his mission is to bring peace to people when they are hurting.
Recent flash flooding in Texas, New Mexico and North Carolina is highlighting the extreme danger of these natural disasters and the need to be prepared.
Several people from a children's summer camp in Kerr County remain missing, officials said.
Officials now confirm at least 110 people have died and more than 160 remain missing in the aftermath of flooding in central Texas. CBS News has this recap of the emergency work and questions on flood notifications.
Michigan lawmakers required schools to adopt a cardiac emergency response plan for the current school year if the Legislature appropriated "sufficient funds," but funding wasn't dedicated in the education budget.
Michigan lawmakers are seeking answers after the state shelved a $1.1 million report on Native American boarding schools.
The series of strikes brought the death toll to at least 145 people since the administration began targeting the small vessels since September.
Two Michigan legislators got the chance to tour an ICE detention facility in northern Michigan on Tuesday, and now they are sharing what is happening behind those doors.
A Detroit man charged in connection with two assaults last year in Washington, D.C. has been sentenced to 60 months in prison with 12 months suspended.
Two Michigan legislators got the chance to tour an ICE detention facility in northern Michigan on Tuesday, and now they are sharing what is happening behind those doors.
Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison says the two incidents happened in the last few months, on Dec. 16, 2025, and Feb. 9, 2026.
Michigan lawmakers required schools to adopt a cardiac emergency response plan for the current school year if the Legislature appropriated "sufficient funds," but funding wasn't dedicated in the education budget.
A Washtenaw County judge on Tuesday granted a motion for an evidentiary hearing for ex-Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore, saying that prosecutors made an omission.
Michigan lawmakers are seeking answers after the state shelved a $1.1 million report on Native American boarding schools.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
Warner Bros. Discovery said that Paramount Skydance is considering enhancing its buyout offer for the entertainment company.
Robert Duvall was in such classics as "The Godfather," "To Kill a Mockingbird," "M*A*S*H," "The Great Santini" and "Tender Mercies."
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
For the first time, a major U.S. automaker is putting a team up against the European giants of Formula One. Can Cadillac be a contender?
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny took the stage on Sunday dressed in all white, donning a jersey with his last name, Ocasio, and the number 64.
The series of strikes brought the death toll to at least 145 people since the administration began targeting the small vessels since September.
Two Michigan legislators got the chance to tour an ICE detention facility in northern Michigan on Tuesday, and now they are sharing what is happening behind those doors.
Rahm Emanuel, former mayor of Chicago and White House Chief of Staff for Barack Obama spoke to members of Detroit's Economic Club on Tuesday at the Masonic Temple.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died at age 84, visited the Metro Detroit area many times over the years. Local religious leaders and politicians weigh in on his legacy.
More than half of jobs in manufacturing and transportation could be automated over the next 20 years, according to Oxford Economics.
Michigan lawmakers required schools to adopt a cardiac emergency response plan for the current school year if the Legislature appropriated "sufficient funds," but funding wasn't dedicated in the education budget.
What started as food poisoning for a young boy in Clinton Township turned into years of organ failure.
Officials announced eligibility for mothers and babies in the city of Detroit.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
A Washtenaw County judge on Tuesday granted a motion for an evidentiary hearing for ex-Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore, saying that prosecutors made an omission.
Lucas Raymond of the Detroit Red Wings was Sweden's best player and perhaps one of the best in the entire men's hockey tournament at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Mikaela Shiffrin, who is the winningest athlete on the World Cup circuit, has now failed to win a medal in eight straight Olympic events since the 2018 Winter Games in PyeongChang.
Michigan is in a position to be No. 1 in the AP Top 25 men's college basketball poll because the program had financial support to make moves in the transfer portal and coach Dusty May has developed a selfless culture that money can't buy.
Lindsey Vonn, the 41-year-old Olympic veteran from Colorado, also reflected on her Olympic crash, saying, "I don't have regrets."
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide after a body was found near Proud Lake in Commerce Township. Former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was granted an evidentiary hearing, and more on your top headlines.
Happy Hump Day! Ok Family, lets talk rain today....expecting widespread precipitation this morning. An isolated thunderstorm cannot be ruled out. But the sun may return by late afternoon as we see temps across the area mid 50's to near 60 degrees! The mild temperatures persist through Thursday with cooler temps returning over the weekend.
A Washtenaw County judge on Tuesday granted a motion for an evidentiary hearing for ex-Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore, saying that prosecutors made an omission.
Michigan Congresswomen Haley Stevens and Hillary Scholten got the chance to tour an ICE detention facility in northern Michigan on Tuesday, and now they are sharing what is happening behind those doors.
We warm up quickly on Wednesday, but dense fog will continue until rain arrives in the morning.