Why is the East Coast blizzard called a bombogenesis?
You might have heard the term bombogenesis when describing the East Coast blizzard. Here's what that means.
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You might have heard the term bombogenesis when describing the East Coast blizzard. Here's what that means.
The Mackinac Bridge between Michigan's peninsulas was closed to all traffic Thursday morning because of falling ice.
Dense fog is blanketing Southeast Michigan on Thursday, Feb. 19, with some school delays reported as a result.
Fog forms when air near the ground cools to its dew point, meaning it can't hold all its invisible water vapor anymore.
An ice jam is a temporary, natural dam made of broken chunks of river ice.
After a brutally cold January, February hasn't been too bad.
The Holly Police Department presented a life-saving award to a bystander who assisted a snowmobiler who fell through ice.
Lake Erie was nearly frozen over - then a 100-mile crack developed in the ice. Here's a look at what residents and authorities in the Cleveland, Ohio, area are noticing.
Out of the top 20 snowiest months on record, six were January and eight of them were February.
Ninety-two years ago, historians say, the state of Michigan experienced its coldest recorded temperature.
An arctic cold front slips through the area as the clipper system that brought light snow Friday will drop temperatures dangerously low overnight.
Another round of snow is headed to Southeast Michigan.
Wintry conditions have led to some school closings in Southeast Michigan for Friday, Feb. 6.
Last year, the Michigan Storm Chasers launched their first relief efforts in northern Michigan after a historic ice storm. Now they're doing it again, rushing to bring disaster relief to the deep south.
An Alberta clipper is like a weather speed-runner from Canada, and here's what it can do in Metro Detroit.
Winter has officially tightened its grip on the Great Lakes.
Four horses were successfully rescued after they fell into an icy pond Sunday in Calhoun County, local authorities said.
A Southeast Michigan rodent dubbed "Michigan's Official Groundhog" looked outside Monday morning during a Groundhog Day celebration
A resident of Milton, Massachusetts, attempted to use a torch to melt an ice dam; and in the process, set the home on fire. CBS News has this report.
Pesky potholes can be a problem year-round, and these brutally cold temperatures only make them worse.
As winter storms coat the region, a familiar trend is once again circulating on social media.
Temperatures are finally on the upswing. Warmer air moves in as the acrtic air pushes east.
The bitter, brutal cold weather has forced some Michigan cities, like Detroit, to extend overnight shelters for those who need a warm space into Feb. 2.
Flight disruptions relating to winter weather have impacated funeral arrangement schedules for loved ones, a funeral director says.
Winter weather can disrupt funeral plans, specifically travel arrangements that may be needed after someone has died and family is far away. A local funeral director explains the logistics.
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.
Police in Taylor are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect in a purse theft.
Authorities are investigating a fire that killed two people and their dogs Thursday morning in Genesee County's Fenton Township.
Novartis has settled a suit by Henrietta Lacks' estate alleging the pharmaceutical giant unjustly profited off cells were taken from her tumor without her knowledge in 1951.
Pakistan bombed major Afghan cities and declared "open war" after Afghanistan's Taliban rulers claimed an unprecedented aerial attack on Islamabad.
Three Huron Township Police Department officers were injured in a pursuit that ran along the service drive at Carleton Farms Landfill.
No charges have been filed against Arnold, who was a 2024 first-round NFL draft pick.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
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.
Cindy Kinney resigned from the Wyandotte Public Schools Board of Education amid controversy over a "dogs or Muslims" social media post.
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.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
Warner Bros. Discovery said that Paramount Skydance is considering enhancing its buyout offer for the entertainment company.
Novartis has settled a suit by Henrietta Lacks' estate alleging the pharmaceutical giant unjustly profited off cells were taken from her tumor without her knowledge in 1951.
The Defense Department on Wednesday shot down a U.S. Customs and Border Protection drone in southwest Texas, federal officials confirmed to CBS News.
FedEx said it will reimburse customers if the Trump administration provides refunds following a Supreme Court ruling that struck down emergency tariffs.
Ford said a tech glitch can increase the risk of a crash for vehicles towing a trailer. Here's what to look for.
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
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.
No charges have been filed against Arnold, who was a 2024 first-round NFL draft pick.
The Detroit Pistons faced a shell of the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night in a possible NBA Finals preview.
Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez will receive the final payments from their new contracts with the Detroit Tigers in 2039, with the team deferring $31 million of the $128 million it committed to the pitchers.
Detroit Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker has decided to return for an 11th season.
Elliot Cadeau had 15 points and L.J. Cason scored 11 of his 14 points in the second half as No. 3 Michigan beat Minnesota 77-67 on Tuesday night to clinch at least a share of the Big Ten title for the first time in five years.
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.
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.
New ramp closures are set to begin at I-696/I-75. Former vice president Kamala Harris will speak in Detroit. Those headlines, other top stories and weather are in our news brief.
Former President Bill Clinton will appear before the House Oversight Committee in New York on Friday as part of its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News has this report.
The owners of Hunter House Hamburgers in Birmingham have sued the business that opened in its former location.
Former vice president and 2024 presidential candidate Kamala Harris will speak Friday night at The Fillmore in Detroit as part of her "107 Days" book tour.
Romulus Mayor Robert A. McCraight says he continues to voice community opposition to state and federal officials over the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency's plans to operate a facility in his Metro Detroit city.