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For all the progress Michigan State has made under head coach Mark Dantonio since 2007 - and it has been considerable - there are still a couple rugged frontiers the Spartans must cross before they move from "solid" to "elite."
The 5-foot-11, 210-pound Burkhead has put up numbers comparable to both, and he hasn't gone unnoticed by Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio.
This was a thrilling finish Mark Dantonio could really enjoy.
This was a thrilling finish Mark Dantonio could really enjoy.
For the second straight season, Michigan State looks as if it's a contender for the Big Ten title after beating - and beating up - rival Michigan.
The Michigan State Spartans are conducting an internal review of a potential unsportsmanlike conduct by defensive end William Gholston during Saturday's victory against the Michigan Wolverines.
LSU, Alabama and Michigan State are an anomaly. Aside from those powerhouses, there really isn't much defense being played nationwide.
Three of the top six teams in the nation at preventing scoring and three of the top seven against the pass and also in total defense come out of the Big Ten.
As Mark Dantonio took to the podium on Tuesday morning in East Lansing, there was no question that the head coach would field some rather "dirty" questions.
The Big Ten has notified Michigan State of a possible unsportsmanlike conduct violation against defensive end William Gholston.
Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio looks and sounds relatively bland during most news conferences.
When Michigan State needed a little inspiration to defeat Ohio State this year, Mark Dantonio reached into his Netflix bag of tricks and decided to inspire his guys with a little viewing party of Adam Sandler in "The Waterboy".
Kirk Cousins and Michigan State should find out awfully soon what kind of season this is going to be.
Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio is rearranging the depth chart for his offensive line and not just because the group was ineffective last weekend.
It's been a year since Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio was hospitalized with a mild heart attack after calling a memorable fake field goal to beat Notre Dame.
Even after a victory, Mark Dantonio noticed a few problems for his Michigan State team to correct.
Michigan State won 11 games and tied for the Big Ten title, but in the Capital One Bowl, the Spartans were overmatched in a 49-7 loss to Alabama.
When Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio suffered a mild heart attack last season, the Spartans honored their "dad" by winning both games without him.
Two days after his father's death, Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio is looking forward to coaching his team in its season opener later this week.
Justin A. Dantonio, the father of Michigan State football coach Mark Dantonio, has died.
Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio is back with the team after briefly leaving to be with his family this week as his father underwent a medical procedure.
Michigan State defensive coordinator Pat Narduzzi is leading the No. 17 Spartans after head coach Mark Dantonio traveled to Zanesville, Ohio, on Tuesday to be with his family as his father underwent a medical procedure.
It has been difficult for Michigan State's football program to attain respect.
The Spartans are ranked No. 14 in Sports Illustrated's annual preseason edition, third-highest among Big Ten teams.
Michigan State linebacker Lawrence Thomas is expected to miss at least a week with a bruised shoulder.
The concert is expected to feature Moneybagg Yo, Toosi, Lil Poppa, Dess Dior, and Eelmatic.
Police are investigating after a 2-year-old was shot Tuesday night on Detroit's east side.
The sergeant is charged with one count of misconduct in office and one count of aggravated assault
Michigan House Republicans' new plan aims to divert nearly $3 billion in taxpayer dollars to improve the state's roads and bridges, but one lawmaker is raising an alarm about the plan.
Renovations are underway inside an 11,000-square-foot warehouse, which will serve as a drop-in center for those struggling with homelessness.
Police are investigating after a 2-year-old was shot Tuesday night on Detroit's east side.
Michigan State Police says its Special Investigation Section is responding to the scene.
The concert is expected to feature Moneybagg Yo, Toosi, Lil Poppa, Dess Dior, and Eelmatic.
Authorities say one tank exploded, damaging two adjacent wells. Two homes were also damaged.
It is unknown how the 16-year-old got ahold of the gun and if it was secured before the shooting. Police do not believe the shooting was intentional.
Formula 1 will expand the grid in 2026 to make room for an American team that is partnered with General Motors.
The proposal calls for preserving Detroit's skyline, right-sizing the complex's footprint and connecting the site to "the heart of downtown."
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.
The concert is expected to feature Moneybagg Yo, Toosi, Lil Poppa, Dess Dior, and Eelmatic.
One of the most successful computer games of all time is currently being developed by Apple as a forthcoming movie.
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
The 10-day event will feature Racing Day presented by the Detroit Grand Prix on Jan. 17, 2025.
Americans paid an estimated $842 million in fees to cover advance loan refunds or refund anticipation checks last year.
In some parts of the U.S., parents pay more than $30,000 annually for infant care at a center, federal data shows.
Americans are most thankful for family and friends, which may be why they'll try to steer away from politics at Thanksgiving.
Southwest Airlines gears up for record-breaking Thanksgiving travel, coordinating thousands of flights daily to ensure millions of passengers reach their destinations.
President-elect Donald Trump threatened to impose new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China as soon as he takes office as part of his efforts to crack down on illegal immigration and drugs.
Pontiac General Hospital has filed for bankruptcy days after announcing the loss of Medicare funding and announcing over 240 layoffs.
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.
The Detroit Lions released reserve defensive end James Houston, cutting ties with a player who failed to produce as well as he did during his rookie season.
Lucas Raymond scored the go-ahead goal in the third period and the Detroit Red Wings rallied to beat the New York Islanders 4-2.
The Detroit Lions have shown plenty of Dan Campbell-inspired swagger thanks to a 10-1 start.
Formula 1 will expand the grid in 2026 to make room for an American team that is partnered with General Motors.
A Michigan State University engineering professor and undergraduate student have designed and produced a 3D-printed helmet earhole insert that helps to drown out crowd noise for some players on the school's football team.
The 98th Annual America's Thanksgiving Parade will roll through the streets of downtown Detroit this Thursday, with hundreds of thousands lining Woodward Avenue as six new floats make their debut.
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.
A Lincoln Park officer and a suspect were injured in a shooting Tuesday afternoon, according to police.
Police are investigating after a 2-year-old was shot in the thigh Tuesday night on Detroit's east side. Police are now searching for a man in connection with the shooting that stemmed from a domestic dispute.
We're weeks away from President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, and the DOJ announced it was dropping charges against Trump in the 2020 election interference case. However, judge overseeing the case says that there is a way to allow the case to be brought up again after Trump's time in the White House concludes. Former federal prosecutor Rick Convertino joins CBS News Detroit to weigh in.
In the latest sports news, the Detroit Lions are preparing for their Thanksgiving game against the Chicago Bears, and CBS Detroit sports anchor Rachel Hopmayer sat down with Mario Andretti after Formula 1 announced it will expand its grid in 2026 to make room for an American team partnered with General Motors.
A family and friends get ready to gather for Thanksgiving, food safety is a concern ahead of the holidays. Tim Boring with the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, provides some tips.