Michigan could see over $100 million in opioid settlement money this year
About 80% of the funding Michigan received in the last year has been allocated according to MDHHS.
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About 80% of the funding Michigan received in the last year has been allocated according to MDHHS.
On Sunday, July 14, advocates from dozens of organizations across Metro Detroit that deal with mental health and substance abuse will participate in ViewFest, an annual event at the Detroit Zoo.
Almost one in five survey responders had lost a family member or close friend to a drug overdose, researchers found.
Face Addiction Now said some city ordinances in Michigan could prevent harm-reduction programs.
Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in September 2019 after it faced scores of lawsuits related to the opioid crisis.
Fathers that lost their children to fentanyl-laced overdoses gave a heartfelt and emotional presentation at Groves High School.
But the major pharmacy chain says the filing is part of a plan to bring it back to financial health.
The grocery store chain said most of the money will go to states, local governments and Native American tribes.
Oakland County officials are hosting a series of town halls to get public input on resources needed to prevent opioid misuse and how to best use a $35 million opioid settlement.
A special town hall meeting in Troy Wednesday evening addressed a well-known issue both in Michigan and around the country.
The Alliance of Coalitions for Healthy Communities, a nonprofit in Metro Detroit, is providing Narcan stations for anyone to access in Oakland County.
The DEA has issued a public safety alert about an increase in reports of fentanyl being laced with a sedative used for animals.
The Justice Department alleged Rite Aid's Government Affairs department told employees to delete internal information warning about suspicious prescribers.
A Southfield man has been sentenced to seven years in prison for distributing over 90,000 doses of OxyContin, Percocet and other opioids, United States Attorney Dawn N. Ison announced.
The Southfield Police Department hosted the organization Hope Not Handcuffs to train volunteers to administer Narcan.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is launching a smartphone app to help Michigan residents reduce opioid harm.
Rebecca Kiessling fought back tears through much of her testimony and said her children were taken away from her.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is offering to pay off student loans for medical providers who begin providing or expanding opioid addiction treatment programs as a way to help address the opioid epidemic.
A Detroit-area doctor convicted of one of the "most egregious" healthcare frauds in U.S. history was sentenced to nearly 17 years in prison Monday and ordered to pay $30 million.
The state of Michigan is expanding a special program for people who have an opioid addiction and are on Medicaid.
The Hope Not Handcuffs program is in need of volunteers to fight the opioid epidemic.
A settlement has been reached with retail giant Walmart over opioid epidemic allegations, Attorney General Dana Nessel announced.
Deal would make it the first major pharmacy chain to reach a nationwide settlement over its handling of opioid prescriptions.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and other members of the Michigan Opioids Task Force announced Thursday a slate of steps the state is taking to combat the opioid epidemic.
The overdose deaths represent an 82 percent increase over five years
A Warren police officer is fighting for his life in the hospital after he suffered a serious accident while hunting.
Parents of the victims called for a state-led investigation into the Nov. 30, 2021 shooting.
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.
On Thursday, Tlaib said the warrant "signals that the days of the Israeli apartheid government operating with impunity are ending."
Warehouse chain follows rival Costco in raising amount its 7.5 million members must pay to shop at BJ's stores.
A Warren police officer is fighting for his life in the hospital after he suffered a serious accident while hunting.
On Thursday, Tlaib said the warrant "signals that the days of the Israeli apartheid government operating with impunity are ending."
Parents of the victims called for a state-led investigation into the Nov. 30, 2021 shooting.
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.
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.
"America demanded it and now it's happening: Taco Bell's new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I'm hosting the Oscars," Conan O'Brien said.
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 FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.
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.
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.
Weeks before the high school wrestling season is set to begin, the Livonia Public Schools District has fired a wrestling coach.
The Detroit Lions have developed a killer instinct this season.
Zach LaVine scored 16 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter and the Chicago Bulls pulled away for a 122-112 win against the Detroit Pistons on Monday night.
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.
A Warren police officer is fighting for his life in the hospital after he suffered a serious accident while hunting.
The Detroit PBS documentary "Detroit: The City of Chefs" will premiere on Monday, Dec. 9. Film director Keith Famie will join CBS News Detroit to discuss the documentary.
Chef Musheya from Big Pasta joins CBS News Detroit show how to make dirty rice ahead of Thanksgiving.
Thursday is National Rural Health Day, and in many rural areas, residents face challenges accessing high-quality and affordable healthcare. Hollie Thacker with Scheurer Health joined CBS News Detroit to discuss this.
The Detroit People's Food Co-op is a consumer owned business all across Michigan who can claim ownership and among the groceries. The location also offers a hot bar and also has offerings available for Thanksgiving. Akil Kasai Talley joins CBS News Detroit to discuss what is offered.