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Making Spirits Bright began when executive director Maria Dismondy noticed a need in Detroit.
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Making Spirits Bright began when executive director Maria Dismondy noticed a need in Detroit.
The new school year is quickly approaching, and many school districts are still actively recruiting bus drivers to transport students.
Families with limited household income can request free or reduced-price school meals on a case-by-case, application basis.
Chase Bank on West Seven Mile Road in Detroit handed out hundreds of backpacks to students in need on Saturday.
Gazelle Sports recently relocated to downtown Northville, Michigan. In conjunction with that move, manager Patrick Whinnery shared some back to sports tips with CBS Detroit. "One of the best things about being a student athlete is being around your friends, being around your team and working hard. And that's really what I think a lot of a lot of everybody should be focusing on," he said.
Kelli Fisher from The Savvy Solo Parent shares tips about easing students into a back to school mindset. Her recommendations include setting routines and structure so children know what to expect throughout their day.
Friday's Stuff the Bus event is the Livingston Educational Service Agency's 24th annual effort to make sure all kids in Livingston County have what they need when they go back to school.
Where are families shopping for back to school supplies? There are some trends that might surprise you.
Cooper Street Snacks is putting their own unique spin on traditional granola bars and cookies with their line baked goods make health a priority.
Most students are already back in the classroom, but some may not have the tools needed to succeed. The Annual Athletes for Charity Back to School event Tuesday worked to change that.
Students were greeted with free backpacks filled with school supplies, a DJ, a brass band and a photo opportunity, and the kids loved it.
Michigan lawmakers are considering a tax holiday that would allow parents and students to purchase back-to-school items without paying a 6% sales tax.
Federal health officials have a message for parents about protecting kids against measles.
Scams preying on young people preparing for the new school year are on the rise, security experts say. Beware these red flags.
Multiple schools in the Metro Detroit area are finding ways to battle the extreme heat, with some implementing early dismissals and others canceling classes.
The kindergarten vaccine exemption rate continues to climb as more and more parents opt out of getting their little ones vaccinated, and as the new school year begins, this trend has both health officials and parents concerned.
Three high schools in Michigan have ranked among the best in the country according to recent U.S. News & World Report rankings.
The University of Michigan announced Wednesday morning that its internet connectivity and Wi-Fi network had been restored after a prolonged outage.
As kids head back to school, some districts in Metro Detroit are still in need of bus drivers.
While college students are heading back to class, more and more young people are heading to trade school. Financial and societal shifts have led trade schools to record-breaking enrollment numbers.
Dr. Nikolai Vitti visited several schools across the district Monday to greet students and staff on the first day of classes.
With students across Michigan starting a new school year, AAA of Michigan is issuing a safety reminder for drivers.
As most students head back to school Monday morning, five schools in Ann Arbor are closed due to power outages and storm-related issues.
The meeting lasted nearly five hours and ended just before midnight.
Dr. Molly O'Shea of Birmingham Pediatrics discusses vaccine hesitancy.
An investigation is ongoing, and police have added extra patrols to the student housing area.
A man was killed, and two women were seriously injured in a drive-by shooting at a repast at a park on Detroit's east side Monday night.
Jack Flaherty struck out nine batters in seven scoreless innings, and the Detroit Tigers went on to beat the Houston Astros 10-0 on Monday night.
Anthony Young, 27, was arraigned Monday on one misdemeanor count of malicious use of telecommunication services.
A former Upper Peninsula police officer is accused of accessing women's personal contact information through a police database.
A man was killed, and two women were seriously injured in a drive-by shooting at a repast at a park on Detroit's east side Monday night.
An investigation is ongoing, and police have added extra patrols to the student housing area.
A former student has filed a $100 million lawsuit against Michigan State University, claiming she was exposed to toxic chemicals during her work.
A Central Michigan University source has confirmed that CMU football coaching staff requested Connor Stalions to assist its staff during CMU's 2023 season opener against Michigan State University.
A human case of West Nile virus has been reported in an Oakland County resident – the second such case confirmed this year in Michigan.
Organizers and participants of the Detroit tradition are celebrating 30 years of vintage cars, hotrods and so much more.
A retired Michigan autoworker got a Facebook message this summer from a stranger: Did you lose your wallet?
Authorities received reports that Ram's V8 bucking mechanical bull was stolen; however, those claims may not have been true.
Many of the downtown roads were closed for some high-octane, and most importantly, legal, drag racing.
Officers were on patrol in the area of Greenfield and Schoolcraft roads on Saturday around 1 a.m. when they noticed a fire at an auto collision shop.
A window at Howell Opera House shattered on Saturday as storms rolled through the area, though the window isn't the only part of the building that needs fixing.
The Oscar-nominated actor famously played arch-villain General Zod in "Superman" and "Superman II."
Spanning across nine communities, the Woodward Dream Cruise is back.
Taylor Swift's upcoming album release and her love of all things orange isn't lost on her fans — or businesses clamoring for a piece of the action.
As the 30th anniversary celebration of Dream Cruise gets ready to kick off this weekend, law enforcement teams and business owners across Oakland County are preparing for what may be in store.
President Trump says he plans to sign an executive order "to end mail-in ballots, because they're corrupt." Here's what to know about his claims.
Incomes are still trailing inflation four years after the pandemic-era surge in prices, causing a financial pinch for many households.
"Urgent safety warning" from Consumer Product Safety Commission says Labubu knockoffs are dangerous. Here's how to spot a fake.
Newsmax will pay $67 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of defaming the voting equipment company Dominion Voting Systems over its role in the 2020 election.
Canadian regulators once again ordered union leaders to end Air Canada's work stoppage on Monday, while employees remain defiant.
The 61-year-old physician allegedly billed the Medicaid program for services that were never provided 23 times in 2024.
Four Michigan men, including two doctors, have been charged in a $7 million illegal opioid distribution conspiracy
Michigan Medicine says the health information of some patients was potentially exposed when it mailed out postcards without envelopes.
Health officials have confirmed the presence of Legionnaires' disease at a senior living facility in Dearborn.
Instagram rolled out a new Map feature that lets users see their friends' locations in real time. Here's why privacy experts are concerned.
Jack Flaherty struck out nine batters in seven scoreless innings, and the Detroit Tigers went on to beat the Houston Astros 10-0 on Monday night.
Detroit Lions rookie edge rusher Ahmed Hassanein's status for the season may be in question after he sustained a pectoral injury in Saturday's preseason loss.
A Central Michigan University source has confirmed that CMU football coaching staff requested Connor Stalions to assist its staff during CMU's 2023 season opener against Michigan State University.
Brooks Lee's first career grand slam capped a six-run third inning and the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 8-1 to avoid a four-game series sweep.
Jim Harbaugh is refusing to comment on the NCAA's decision to fine the University of Michigan tens of millions of dollars and to suspend head coach Sherrone Moore for a third game due to the sign-stealing scandal that occurred during Harbaugh's tenure at his alma mater.
The Great Lakes Water Authority is a utility overseeing water and wastewater for four million residents.
Businesses across the Great Lakes State are concerned about tariffs, inflation and the talent gap.
Amidst massive change sweeping through college athletics as a result of the House vs. NCAA antitrust settlement, University of Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel appears on Michigan Matters as an exclusive to talk about its impact and the road ahead.
The roundtable discusses how tariffs are impacting business and consumers alike, as things like spending in casinos in Detroit by Canadian tourists have dropped.
This week, the roundtable discusses the efforts to grow the aerospace industry in Michigan.
Taylor police are investigating a shooting that left a man dead and a woman badly injured.
A man was killed, and two women were seriously injured in a drive-by shooting at a repast at a park on Detroit's east side Monday night.
The Great Lakes Water Authority is a utility overseeing water and wastewater for four million residents, with much going on as Sue Coffey, CEO, and Bill Wolfson, Deputy CEO, appear on Michigan Matters to talk about it.
A Garden City, Michigan, man is accused of making threats to people attending a march for justice event Saturday in Dearborn.
Temperatures remain mild for the week ahead with storms possible on Tuesday, but cooler air rushes in this weekend.