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Detroit police investigating report of body found in burned-out vehicle
A vehicle on fire with a body inside was reported Wednesday on Lappin Street in Detroit; police are investigating.
Mark Totten enters race for Michigan attorney general
Mark Totten is the first major candidate to announce for the 2026 Michigan attorney general race.
Michigan school district cuts DEI director position
The superintendent said the decision was in response to new DEI policies from the Trump administration.
U.S. pastor abducted in South Africa rescued in shootout, authorities say
Josh Sullivan, a U.S. pastor kidnapped at gunpoint while delivering a sermon in his church in South Africa Thursday evening has been rescued in a shootout that left three suspects dead, authorities say.
Teen arrested for allegedly breaking into Michigan tobacco shop
The teen was charged with one count of breaking and entering a building with intent and one count of possession of burglary tools.
Nationwide "Golf with Us" initiative offers $5 rounds of golf for Michigan youth
Bank of America is hosting a nationwide initiative that offers $5 or less rounds of golf for Michigan youth between the ages of 6 and 18.
Michigan high school vandalized with racist graffiti, school officials say
The district did not describe the graffiti in detail but said the principal's email to parents "failed to communicate this issue properly, and it did not represent the position of Lakeview Public Schools."
Northern Lights could be visible in Michigan Tuesday and Wednesday
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued a geomagnetic storm watch that will go into effect on Wednesday.
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Body found in burned-out vehicle
A man's body was found inside of a burning RV on Detroit's east side. Police say they're identifying the victim as an adult male.
DTE Energy upgrading power grid
DTE Energy, the utility company that provides electricity to much of the Metro Detroit area, has a goal to transition to a smart grid within the next five years. Thousands of reclosers will have to be installed for this effort.
Police situation in Westland; Rochester schools ends DEI director role; and more top stories
A neighborhood in Westland was taped off for several hours for a police investigation Tuesday night. The DEI director position has been eliminated at Rochester Community Schools. Investigation continues on the ice cream truck pedestrian fatality in Detroit. Other top stories and weather.
Dearborn mayor delivers 2025 State of the City address
Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud delivered his second State of the City address on Tuesday. Hammoud spoke about priorities in his first three years in office and announced new plans for the city.
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Precipitation moves out as windy conditions remain.
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Warm Temperatures Today
We'll have temperatures nearing 70-degrees today. However winds become gusty late this afternoon and evening.
Congressional bill introduced to help mitigate costs after power outages
Rep. Haley Stevens proposes federal assistance should homes or businesses face extended power outages.
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Warmer air and sunshine will stick around for the first half of our weekend.
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More sunshine this afternoon as temperatures warm to 50°!
Whitmer seeks federal disaster help for Northern Michigan ice storm recovery
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has formally requested a presidential emergency declaration on the March 28-30 ice storm.
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Michigan Matters: Lawrence Tech's imprint grows, and a roundtable on politics
Lawrence Technological University is 93 years old with a strong regional imprint, which Dr. Tarek Sobh talks about on Michigan Matters.
Michigan Matters: Taking stock of Detroit's regional transit
A trio of experts talks about consumer needs when it comes to transit, which are evolving.
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See how a Michigan town moved 9,100 books one by one to their new home
Residents of a small Michigan community stood side by side to help a local bookstore move 9,100 books — one by one — from its former site to a new location about a block away.
Jay North, star of original "Dennis the Menace" TV series, dies at 73
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo Switch 2 and new "Mario Kart World" game to be released in June
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
Detroit production of Mozart opera turns female characters into automatons
Audiences at the Detroit Opera House expecting their performance of "Cosi fan tutte" to begin with the overture may be surprised to hear instead a product launch from a tech company CEO.
Val Kilmer, actor known for "The Doors" and "Tombstone," dies at 65
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Richard Chamberlain, star of "Shogun" and "The Thorn Birds," dies at 90
Actor Richard Chamberlain died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
New animals at Toledo Zoo include four North American river otter pups
Four North American river otter pups have made their debut at Toledo Zoo in northwest Ohio.
Sex Pistols announce first North American tour in 22 years
The Sex Pistols, the legendary English punk band, last went on a North American tour in 2003.
Mariah Carey didn't steal "All I Want For Christmas Is You," judge says
A lawyer for the two songwriters suing Mariah Carey said they will "make a decision shortly on whether to appeal."
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Nationwide "Golf with Us" initiative offers $5 rounds of golf for Michigan youth
Bank of America is hosting a nationwide initiative that offers $5 or less rounds of golf for Michigan youth between the ages of 6 and 18.
Michigan's Jordan Hobbs picked by Seattle Storm in WNBA draft
Hobbs joins Kansas State's Serena Sundell and TCU's Madison Connor, who were selected No. 26 and 29, respectively, by Seattle.
Detroit Red Wings beat Dallas Stars 6-4
Moritz Seider had a tiebreaking, power-play goal early in the third, Lucas Raymond scored midway through the period and Vladimir Tarasenko added an empty-net goal to lift the Detroit Red Wings to a 6-4 win over the Dallas Stars.
Rory McIlroy wins Masters playoff to complete career Grand Slam
Rory McIlroy won a sudden-death playoff to finally win the Masters and take his place in golf history as the sixth player to claim the career Grand Slam.
Twins beat Tigers 5-1 to end 3-game slide
Edouard Julien homered off former Auburn teammate Casey Mize, Byron Buxton also went deep and the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 5-1 to stop a three-game losing streak.
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Missed the IRS tax filing deadline? Here are 5 steps experts say to take now.
If you missed the April 15 deadline, don't worry. Taking certain steps can get you back on track with the IRS.
Detroit police investigating report of body found in burned-out vehicle
A vehicle on fire with a body inside was reported Wednesday on Lappin Street in Detroit; police are investigating.
Mark Totten enters race for Michigan attorney general
Mark Totten is the first major candidate to announce for the 2026 Michigan attorney general race.
Michigan school district cuts DEI director position
The superintendent said the decision was in response to new DEI policies from the Trump administration.
U.S. pastor abducted in South Africa rescued in shootout, authorities say
Josh Sullivan, a U.S. pastor kidnapped at gunpoint while delivering a sermon in his church in South Africa Thursday evening has been rescued in a shootout that left three suspects dead, authorities say.
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Shawn Fain slams free trade, supports tariffs, in speech given in Detroit
Shawn Fain, president of United Auto Workers, took to social media Thursday to give a policy speech. "There's a lot of uncertainty over what this moment holds," he said.
Slotkin introduces bill to prevent Chinese vehicles from entering U.S.
Slotkin is a former CIA officer who worked in national security roles in the Pentagon during the Bush and Obama administrations.
GM will lay off 200 workers at Factory Zero Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly
The company says the layoffs are not related to tariffs. The layoffs are effective April 14.
Employee dies after workplace accident at Stellantis Dundee Engine Plant
The automaker is working with local authorities on the investigation.
Stellantis workers left wondering if more layoffs are coming
The layoffs begin Monday and are expected to last for several weeks.
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See how a Michigan town moved 9,100 books one by one to their new home
Residents of a small Michigan community stood side by side to help a local bookstore move 9,100 books — one by one — from its former site to a new location about a block away.
Jay North, star of original "Dennis the Menace" TV series, dies at 73
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo Switch 2 and new "Mario Kart World" game to be released in June
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
Detroit production of Mozart opera turns female characters into automatons
Audiences at the Detroit Opera House expecting their performance of "Cosi fan tutte" to begin with the overture may be surprised to hear instead a product launch from a tech company CEO.
Val Kilmer, actor known for "The Doors" and "Tombstone," dies at 65
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
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Betsy Arakawa researched hantavirus symptoms before death, records show
Bodycam footage released Tuesday from inside Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa's Sante Fe home showed their German shepherd "guarding her" body, a sheriff's deputy said.
CDC weighing end to universal COVID shot recommendations
A majority of the agency's COVID-19 vaccine work group now backs narrower "risk-based" recommendations.
Tariffs will slam car sales and production, analysts say
President Trump's steep new tariffs on foreign cars could lead to a sharp decline in U.S. vehicle sales, according to S&P Global Mobility.
Autism rate rises to 3% of children in CDC study
CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
American Airlines to provide free Wi-Fi to some passengers
American Airlines said free Wi-Fi will be available to AAdvantage loyalty members through a partnership with AT&T.
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CDC weighing end to universal COVID shot recommendations
A majority of the agency's COVID-19 vaccine work group now backs narrower "risk-based" recommendations.
Autism rate rises to 3% of children in CDC study
CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
Ingham County child diagnosed with measles; Michigan's fifth case of 2025
A new measles case was confirmed in Ingham County; possible exposure sites include stores, a church and a school.
FDA to replace laid-off employees with contractors, sources say
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
Weekly measles cases top 90 in U.S. for first time in years
Arkansas, Hawaii and Indiana have joined a list of two dozen states with confirmed measles cases.
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Nationwide "Golf with Us" initiative offers $5 rounds of golf for Michigan youth
Bank of America is hosting a nationwide initiative that offers $5 or less rounds of golf for Michigan youth between the ages of 6 and 18.
Michigan's Jordan Hobbs picked by Seattle Storm in WNBA draft
Hobbs joins Kansas State's Serena Sundell and TCU's Madison Connor, who were selected No. 26 and 29, respectively, by Seattle.
Detroit Red Wings beat Dallas Stars 6-4
Moritz Seider had a tiebreaking, power-play goal early in the third, Lucas Raymond scored midway through the period and Vladimir Tarasenko added an empty-net goal to lift the Detroit Red Wings to a 6-4 win over the Dallas Stars.
Rory McIlroy wins Masters playoff to complete career Grand Slam
Rory McIlroy won a sudden-death playoff to finally win the Masters and take his place in golf history as the sixth player to claim the career Grand Slam.
Twins beat Tigers 5-1 to end 3-game slide
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David Wasserman appears and talks about the two political parties.
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Michigan Matters: The riveting political road ahead
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Lots of sun today. NEXT Weather Forecast 4/16/2025
Rain for Friday
Body found in burned-out vehicle
A man's body was found inside of a burning RV on Detroit's east side. Police say they're identifying the victim as an adult male.
DTE Energy upgrading power grid
DTE Energy, the utility company that provides electricity to much of the Metro Detroit area, has a goal to transition to a smart grid within the next five years. Thousands of reclosers will have to be installed for this effort.
Police situation in Westland; Rochester schools ends DEI director role; and more top stories
A neighborhood in Westland was taped off for several hours for a police investigation Tuesday night. The DEI director position has been eliminated at Rochester Community Schools. Investigation continues on the ice cream truck pedestrian fatality in Detroit. Other top stories and weather.
Dearborn mayor delivers 2025 State of the City address
Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud delivered his second State of the City address on Tuesday. Hammoud spoke about priorities in his first three years in office and announced new plans for the city.