Ram returning to NASCAR after 13-year hiatus
The CEO of Ram made the announcement Sunday at Michigan International Speedway ahead of the FireKeepers Casino 400.
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The CEO of Ram made the announcement Sunday at Michigan International Speedway ahead of the FireKeepers Casino 400.
The one week of the season that Erik Jones gets to race in his home state, the 29-year-old driver for the No. 43 Toyota made time for not only another race, but to chat with CBS Detroit sports anchor Rachel Hopmayer about his new season of life on and off the track.
Hocevar, in his second full Cup season, was behind only winner Ryan Blaney at Nashville to match the career-best, second-place finish he had earlier this year.
Austin Cindric gave Team Penske its first NASCAR victory of the season by holding off a huge pack of challengers over the closing lap in a rare drama-free day at Talladega Superspeedway.
Paul Goldsmith was a legendary racer known for his versatility in both two and four-wheel racing.
Tyler Reddick took the lead on a restart in the second overtime to win at Michigan International Speedway, opening up another spot for a driver in NASCAR's playoffs.
The NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway was suspended due to rain and was scheduled to resume Monday.
Chase Elliott salvaged a crummy day for Hendrick Motorsports and interrupted a potential Toyota rout by winning the rain-drenched race at Nashville Superspeedway on Sunday night.
Daniel Suárez had tears in his eyes for so many reasons Sunday after he realized a lifelong dream by crossing the finish line first at Sonoma Raceway.
Joey Logano watched helplessly as Kyle Busch drove away from him on a late restart Sunday, seemingly ending his hopes of delivering a much-needed win for Team Penske in the NASCAR Cup Series debut at World Wide Technology Raceway.
Kurt Busch was slowly driving his Jordan Brand-styled ride toward victory lane at Kansas Speedway on Sunday when car owner Denny Hamlin stopped him in his tracks, ducked his head through the window, and said: "We did it."
After William Byron squeezed him against the wall on a final restart, Joey Logano knew what he'd do if he got the chance to regain the lead.
Matt Kenseth was doing yardwork when wife Katie came outside with her phone in hand, letting him know he'd just been selected to the NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Chase Elliott had a front-row seat for the Hendrick Motorsports trophy celebrations and photo shoots and all the kitschy social media posts created one by one — and as his three teammates won, and won and won again — they all brought home checkered flags.
Martin Truex Jr. has the blueprint for how to win at Dover Motor Speedway on Mondays.
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Ross Chastain surveyed his situation on the final lap at Talladega Superspeedway and decided his best strategy was to stay right where he was and not make a move for the win.
A cascade of boos rained down on Kyle Busch following his surprise win at Bristol Motor Speedway, a moment that reminded him of the icy reception the late Dale Earnhardt received after a controversial 1999 win at the track.
Dirt will be back on NASCAR's schedule next year and likely on Easter Sunday again if Fox Sports has its way.
Credit must be given to NASCAR for at long last shaking up the status quo and trying new things, no matter how outlandish the idea.
Kyle Busch backed into the record book by stealing a win at dirt-covered Bristol Motor Speedway.
William Byron knew he was in for a big challenge with a two-lap overtime sprint about to start and the very aggressive Joey Logano right behind him.
Kevin Harvick, by all measurable statistics, is a fading star trying to keep pace in a NASCAR that now seems more suited for younger drivers.
Denny Hamlin hoped a visit to the track he watched races at as a youngster would help kickstart a season that started in an uncharacteristic fashion — poorly.
It's been 40 years since Formula One last ventured into Sin City for back-to-back Las Vegas races staged in the parking lot of the Caesars Palace hotel.
Dr. Devon Hoover was found dead in the attic of his home in Detroit's Boston-Edison neighborhood in April 2023.
Southwest winds of 15 to 25 mph, gusting up to 45 mph, are in Metro Detroit's forecast for Friday, Feb. 20.
Alligators are not permitted as pets in Detroit, but police say one was found during a narcotics raid in the city.
A mother banged on the door to Monroe Fire Station 1, seeking help after her young son suffered a medical emergency.
The median property tax bill in the U.S. soared 30% between 2019 and 2024, compounding the financial pressures on millions of Americans.
A Detroit police sergeant and officer were suspended without pay for 30 days on Thursday following a vote from the Board of Police Commissioners.
The U.S. Department of Justice announced a new investigation into three Michigan school districts to determine if they have added "sexual orientation and gender ideology" content in any of their classes without giving parents the option to opt their kids out.
Dr. Devon Hoover was found dead in the attic of his home in Detroit's Boston-Edison neighborhood in April 2023.
Southwest winds of 15 to 25 mph, gusting up to 45 mph, are in Metro Detroit's forecast for Friday, Feb. 20.
Alligators are not permitted as pets in Detroit, but police say one was found during a narcotics raid in the city.
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 median property tax bill in the U.S. soared 30% between 2019 and 2024, compounding the financial pressures on millions of Americans.
Democratic Reps. Robert Garcia and Rashida Tlaib are putting pressure on Ambassador Bridge owner Matthew Moroun after Moroun reportedly met with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
President Trump directed his administration to release files on UFOs and any "alien and extraterrestrial life," an issue that has drawn decades of fascination — and spawned more than a few wild theories.
The U.S. Department of Justice announced a new investigation into three Michigan school districts to determine if they have added "sexual orientation and gender ideology" content in any of their classes without giving parents the option to opt their kids out.
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.
Team USA won the gold medal in dramatic fashion on Thursday, and it was Megan Keller who became the women's hockey hero at the 2026 Olympics.
This was the seventh gold medal match — and fifth in a row — between the two hockey powerhouses.
The Detroit Tigers have unveiled alternate uniform styles ahead of the 2026 Major League Baseball season.
The U.S. and Canada men's hockey teams are moving on to the semifinals at the Winter Olympics.
The Michigan native will stay on the team until a successor is hired, the team says.
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.
A rate hike has been approved for DTE. Two Detroit Police Department officers are now suspended without pay. Other top stories and weather are in our news brief.
Detroit police are asking the public for information as they continue to investigate the circumstances of how three men were assaulted and left dead at a home on Edsel Street.
Michigan Humane presents Po the cat, a friendly male that the humane society staff believes will do well in a home setting. This piece is part of the Furry Friday adoptable animal features.
TGIF Family! We've made it through a wacky week of weather, (but not done yet)!! Looking at a chance of rain before 4pm, then a chance of rain and snow by the afternoon. Mostly cloudy, with a temperature rising to near 47 by 10am, then falling to around 38 during the remainder of the day. A WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 9 PM THIS EVENING...with a breezy day expected, with a southeast wind 11 to 18 mph becoming west southwest in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. Seasonably cooler this weekend with potential for around an inch of snow by Sunday night. Have a great day!!
Detroit police on Thursday gave an update on the three bodies that were found on Wednesday in the basement of a Detroit home.