New Boston woman charged in scheme purporting to boost child's modeling career
A Michigan woman is facing federal charges for her role in a $4.6 million fraud scheme that purported to help launch a child's modeling career.
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A Michigan woman is facing federal charges for her role in a $4.6 million fraud scheme that purported to help launch a child's modeling career.
The Justice Department released more new documents on Jan. 30 from the Jeffrey Epstein files, more than a month after the DOJ's original deadline to do so.
A Detroit man will serve time in prison in the aftermath of a fentanyl investigation in West Virginia, federal authorities said.
A West Michigan man has been sentenced to 60 years in federal prison over sexual exploitation of children, authorities said.
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.
A high-profile House Democrat is accusing Attorney General Pam Bondi of "spying" on her search history while she pored through Jeffrey Epstein-related documents.
A federal grand jury refused to indict six Democrats who drew President Trump's ire by taping a video telling members of the military that they must reject "illegal orders," three sources told CBS News.
The Trump administration has filed lawsuits against 24 states in an effort to obtain their voter rolls.
Minnesota's secretary of state rejected a request from Attorney General Pam Bondi for federal access state voter rolls and welfare data, as tensions flare in Minneapolis after a man was shot and killed by immigration agents.
A 51-year-old man has pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud in a scheme that defrauded a Harrison Township business of over $900,000, according to federal court documents filed on Friday.
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, according to the Fed chair.
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
The Justice Department has disclosed thousands of files and photos related to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, following years of pressure from lawmakers and abuse survivors.
The episode has deepened concerns that had already emerged from the Justice Department's much-anticipated document release.
A lawsuit filed by the U.S. Justice Department alleges that a landlord in Westland, Michigan, sexually harassed female tenants, in violation of the Fair Housing Act.
The Justice Department asked a court to unseal grand jury transcripts in the sex trafficking cases of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell.
In court Wednesday, former FBI Director James Comey sought to have the criminal charges against him dismissed.
Twenty-one Republican legislators in Michigan have sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi requesting the U.S. Department of Justice oversee the state's primary and general elections next year.
Over 29,000 civilian federal workers live in Michigan, many of them in Metro Detroit, the Congressional Research Service says.
President Trump's Justice Department has brought criminal charges against James Comey, indicting him on two counts, though a federal grand jury rejected one count.
The Justice Department filed a $125 million lawsuit against Uber, alleging the company discriminates against disabled passengers.
A Farmington Hills man is accused of child pornography and extortion-related threats in a federal criminal complaint.
The Justice Dept. released transcripts of Deputy AG Todd Blanche's two-day interview with convicted sex trafficker and Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell.
Twenty states and the District of Columbia sued the Justice Department for adding a new immigration enforcement rule to crime victim grants.
Sean Dunn, who worked as a Justice Dept. paralegal, admitted he threw a sandwich at a Customs and Border Protection officer deployed in D.C.
Police in Detroit are asking for the public's help after they say an individual stole a handgun and credit cards from a truck on the city's west side last month.
An officer with the Detroit Police Department is accused of stealing explicit photos from a woman's phone as she was detained, the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office said Saturday.
The zipper head on the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuits poses a danger to babies, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
At least three tornadoes touched down in southern Michigan during Friday's severe storms, according to the National Weather Service.
All six service members died during an unmanned aircraft system attack in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait.
A water main break in Farmington Hills, Michigan, that happened early Saturday has spurred a boil water advisory for Walled Lake and a portion of Novi, according to the Great Lakes Water Authority.
An EF-3 tornado moved through Union City, Michigan, during Friday night's severe storms in the southwest part of the state, according to the National Weather Service.
At least two tornadoes were reported in Southwest Michigan on Friday amid severe weather, according to CBS Detroit's Chief Meteorologist Ahmad Bajjey.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
An officer with the Detroit Police Department is accused of stealing explicit photos from a woman's phone as she was detained, the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office said Saturday.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
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.
A restaurant celebrating rock music in the era of the legendary band Kiss is set to open in Royal Oak.
Six Flags is selling off some of its North America amusement parks, including Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Faster Horses, a multi-day country music festival, will not return this summer to Michigan International Speedway.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
The zipper head on the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuits poses a danger to babies, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
All six service members died during an unmanned aircraft system attack in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait.
Italian Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, 68, is currently the Holy See's ambassador to the United Nations in New York.
Matthew Tkachuk had his sixth career hat trick and the Florida Panthers beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-1 on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
Surging global oil prices due to the Iran war are leading to a spike in gasoline costs for U.S. motorists.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Water testing has detected "low levels" of Legionella bacteria at two more Oakland County government buildings.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Henry Ford Health and Teamsters Local 332 remain locked in a labor dispute over a nurses' contract.
Oksana Masters has competed at every Paralympics since 2012 and is the most decorated American Winter Paralympian.
Matthew Tkachuk had his sixth career hat trick and the Florida Panthers beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-1 on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
Former University of Michigan coach Sherrone Moore has pleaded no contest to a pair of misdemeanor charges.
Detroit Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker says he has requested a release from the team.
Victor Wembanyama had 38 points, 16 rebounds and five blocks and the San Antonio Spurs never trailed in completing a sweep of Detroit, beating the Pistons 121-106 on Thursday night.
Rose talks about a new TV series being filmed in Detroit called "South West High," which revolves around a fictional high school in the Motor City.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
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.
An EF-3 tornado ripped through Union City, Michigan, on Friday night, damaging several homes, according to the National Weather Service. Julia Avant spoke with a resident who saw the twister moving his way before he and his family took cover in a basement.
Breezy and dry overnight and Sunday
A water main break that happened Saturday near the border of Farmington Hills and Novi in Michigan is flooding streets and closing down businesses. Areas surrounding the break are under a boil water advisory. Veronica Ortega reports on where crews are in the repair process.
At least four people are dead and 12 are injured after multiple tornadoes were reported in Southwest Michigan on Friday. Julia Avant reports from Union City where rescue teams spent hours on Saturday making sure people were accounted for.
The Detroit Red Wings were relatively active ahead of the trade deadline on Friday. The Wings made three trades this week, including bringing in a top veteran name to help support the defense.