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The grant will help researchers predict which homes are likely to have water with high lead levels without physically testing it.
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The grant will help researchers predict which homes are likely to have water with high lead levels without physically testing it.
The partnership would be the first to match an automaker with Google's 7-year-old autonomous car project, which is now part of the so-called X lab at Alphabet Inc., Google's parent company.
It was the second inning.
As autonomous car technology rapidly progresses, makers of the cars face the difficult question of how safe they must be before they're ready to move people on highways and city streets.
Newly released video shows the moment a Google self-driving car learned the hard way not to tussle with a public bus.
An accident report filed with California's Department of Motor Vehicles says a self-driving car being tested by Google collided with a public bus on Valentine's Day.
Google says it will begin testing its self-driving cars in Kirkland, Washington.
As Google tests self-driving vehicles on Bay Area roadways, Ford announced they are testing autonomous cars in snowy environments.
Consumers increasingly want to use their smartphone while driving - without running afoul of the law.
The convergence of cars and computers is blurring the traditional geographical boundaries of both industries.
A poignant ad that's been getting a lot of attention online was thrust before sports fans when it aired during the ESPYs.
Two competing visions could determine how you first experience a driverless car.
This marks the first time that the pod-like, two seat vehicles have been allowed on public streets.
A recall function for Gmail, and a free music service, are new features Google unveiled this week.
Google is planning on expanding its presence in metro Detroit by leasing office space in Farmington Hills.
Google searches on the Google mobile app will now include relevant Tweets from Twitter.
Google's self-driving cars will soon leave the test track and will hit the streets in the company's California hometown.
Google Inc. revealed that its self-driving cars have been in 11 minor traffic accidents since it began experimenting with the technology six years ago.
Google confirmed Friday that it is building a new office complex in Ann Arbor.
The basic plan will charge $20 per month with unlimited domestic talk and text, unlimited international texts, Wi-Fi tethering to use the phone as a hotspot, and access cellular coverage in over 120 countries.
Google Maps has an option that allows users to play the classic video game Pac-Man through the streets of a community.
A Detroit start-up will head to California next week to pitch their business to a team of entrepreneurs at Google's Demo Day.
Google partnered with Pure Michigan to create 360-degree photos of iconic destinations throughout the state.
Google opened an online store where customers can find laptops, smart phones and accessories in one spot.
Hackers may be able utilize a security flaw on some Apple and Google Internet browsers to access personal information through the "FREAK attack" security flaw.
Downtown Detroit will begin to be a lot brighter just in time for the Christmas season.
Chloe and Helena Bennett were inside their Orion Township condo when it exploded Tuesday night.
Ten days ago, former Red Wings great Pavel Datsyuk was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, and on Thursday, Detroit honored the man nicknamed the "Magic Man."
Lucas Raymond scored with 51 seconds remaining and the Detroit Red Wings beat the New York Islanders 2-1.
The commissioners voted 10-0 to reject the sheriff's proposal to hire three additional deputies focused on fugitive apprehension.
Downtown Detroit will begin to be a lot brighter just in time for the Christmas season.
On Thursday, Tlaib said the warrant "signals that the days of the Israeli apartheid government operating with impunity are ending."
Chloe and Helena Bennett were inside their Orion Township condo when it exploded Tuesday night.
Hoekstra, who was named chairman earlier this year, previously served as a U.S. House representative in Michigan's 2nd District and as the U.S. ambassador to the Netherlands during Trump's first term.
A 72-year-old man and a 75-year-old woman suffered critical injuries. Several others suffered minor injuries as well.
Local UAW members claim Stellantis is to blame for roughly 4,000 layoffs this fall, not poor market conditions.
Ford said Wednesday most of the job cuts would come in Germany and would be carried out in consultation with employee representatives.
On average, a 15-gallon tank of gas will cost Michiganders $46, which is $12 less than what they were paying from 2023's highest price in August.
General Motors announced Friday it was laying off nearly 1,000 salaried workers worldwide.
General Motors is laying off about 1,000 workers worldwide, shedding costs as it tries to compete in a crowded global automobile market.
Downtown Detroit will begin to be a lot brighter just in time for the Christmas season.
Tickets go on sale to the general public via Ticketmaster on Tuesday, Nov. 26.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
Tickets go on sale Friday, November 22 at 10 a.m.
President-elect Donald Trump made the announcement Thursday evening after Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from consideration.
These are the president's top advisers and the highest-ranked U.S. officials. Here's what Cabinet members do — and some issues they're likely to face if confirmed by the Senate.
Warehouse chain follows rival Costco in raising amount its 7.5 million members must pay to shop at BJ's stores.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
McDonald's wants to make dining at its restaurants affordable for customers again with new value offerings.
The school district introduced therapy dogs two years ago, and things have gone so well that it decided to add six more dogs.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
CDC data shows rates of Mycoplasma pneumoniae have surged in babies.
A WARN notice says that an agreement between the hospital and the Secretary of Health and Human Services would be terminated because the hospital was not in compliance with some of the Medicare Conditions of Participation.
A number of homes in parts of Metro Detroit are seeing elevated levels of lead in their drinking water, according to officials.
Ten days ago, former Red Wings great Pavel Datsyuk was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, and on Thursday, Detroit honored the man nicknamed the "Magic Man."
Lucas Raymond scored with 51 seconds remaining and the Detroit Red Wings beat the New York Islanders 2-1.
The No.1 recruit had been committed to the LSU Tigers since January 2024.
Detroit's Tarik Skubal wins the AL Cy Young Award after leading the Tigers to its first playoff in a decade.
Hinch, a 50-year-old in his fourth season leading the Tigers, made the playoffs with a torrid second half despite losing quality players like right-hander Jack Flaherty at the July 30 trade deadline.
Hackel, the former Macomb County Sheriff, said the results of the 2024 contest are giving him more confidence than ever that he has the right stuff and resumé to be governor.
How did the Democrats lose so many races at once?
In Michigan, the Democrats have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
In Michigan, the Democrats now have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
Both party chairs also talked about the ground game as each looks for independent voters and those who haven't voted in a while they hope to inspire to show up on Nov. 5.
The Michigan Wolverines will be bringing in a new force after flipping Belleville High School quarterback Bryce Underwood from LSU. Sports insider Alejandro Zuniga sat down with CBS News Detroit to discuss what's next for the team.
Within minutes, life completely changed for sisters Chloe and Helena Bennett. They were inside their Orion Township condo that exploded Tuesday night.
Ten days ago, former Red Wings great Pavel Datsyuk was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, and on Thursday, Detroit honored the man nicknamed the "Magic Man."
The Macomb County Board of Commissioners has rejected a proposal to create a crime suppression unit for the sheriff's office. The commissioners voted 10-0 to reject the sheriff's proposal to hire three additional deputies focused on fugitive apprehension.
Carol Cain, host of CBS News Detroit's "Michigan Matters," discusses upcoming events this holiday season and President-elect Donald Trump nominating Michigan GOP Chair Pete Hoekstra as the U.S. ambassador to Canada.