Endangered species of bumblebee confirmed found in Michigan
A photo of a bumble bee found near Kalamazoo was used to confirm the presence of a species rarely seen in recent years.
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A photo of a bumble bee found near Kalamazoo was used to confirm the presence of a species rarely seen in recent years.
Researchers at a Michigan State University facility dedicated to protecting honey bees are enlisting a four-legged ally to sniff out danger to the prized pollinators.
The city reports that "Bee City USA's mission is to galvanize communities to sustain pollinators by providing them with healthy habitat."
Residents in Ferndale are being asked to partake in more long-term solutions to help pollinators thrive.
Bees play a key role in the U.S. food supply, and the mass deaths could jeopardize that.
Urban farmer Jason Bey is the first Black beekeeper in Flint and created "My Bees Nest LLC" to bring a different perspective to beekeeping.
Bees have long provided humans with honey, wax, and the pollination of around 80% of our flowering plants, but in the future, they could also sniff out cancer.
Through education and training, a Detroit initiative is working to teach people about the importance of bees one hive at a time.
An environmental group is suing the Trump administration for delaying an endangered-species designation for the rusty patched bumblebee.
Approximately eight pounds of bees were collected, which is equivalent to more than 10,000 bees.
The chemicals, called neonics for short, attack the central nervous systems of insects.
"They're not going to mess with you, just don't mess with them," Yost said. "Kind of like the Royals, don't mess with us and we won't mess with you."
The experience helps teach students about how bees live and produce honey.
An official says 20 second-grade pupils from Oakland County have been taken to a hospital after being stung by bees during a field trip.
Yellow jackets will be especially aggressive if you're near their nest, or if you have certain types of food such as sweets and meat.
Witnesses were unable to help the man because the home, which hasn't been occupied in years, was swarming with bees.
A local beekeeper estimates 60,000 to 70,000 bees were living in the tree outside a Saginaw home.
Target Alpena Development Corp. has received conditional approval by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to become a SmartZone.
A metro Detroit man says someone sprayed his backyard bee colonies with pesticide, killing all roughly 700,000 of the bees and destroying their honey.
A.J. Heiber knew he had to act fast after his dad was stung by the two bees while mowing the lawn.
The City of Troy will soon be working with a new EMS company beginning Jan. 1, 2026.
The suspects were identified as Detroit residents in their early to mid-20s.
The Michigan State Fair kicked off on Thursday and after coming to an abrupt end last year because of gun fire in the parking lot organizers and police are working to make sure everyone is safe this year.
A former Michigan doctor is ordered to pay $705,000 to settle a lawsuit brought by the U.S. Attorney's Office alleging that he prescribed controlled substances without a medical purpose.
As the city of Detroit works toward achieving a full transition to clean and renewable energy by 2034, one woman credits the city's new solar project upgrades with saving her family's lives.
The City of Troy will soon be working with a new EMS company beginning Jan. 1, 2026.
The Michigan State Fair kicked off on Thursday and after coming to an abrupt end last year because of gun fire in the parking lot organizers and police are working to make sure everyone is safe this year.
The suspects were identified as Detroit residents in their early to mid-20s.
Two inmates who are in custody of the Michigan Department of Corrections are under investigation for a scheme involving financial payment in exchange for testimony.
A man who claims to know the victims of a forced labor organization and money laundering scheme at the Kingdom of God Global Church describes the church as more of an alleged cult.
The state tracks the conditions of every bridge in the state, and more than 100 of them are in poor condition.
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.
Organizers tell CBS News Detroit they are anticipating 300,000 people to attend the four-day weekend.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
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.
Organizing your day and "micro routines" can help stressed out employees deal with the pressures of the day, according to lifestyle expert Maisha Wynn.
A woman was hospitalized with serious injuries after a bear attacked her outside of her home in southern Alaska on Tuesday morning, authorities said.
Accessories retailer Claire's just revealed a list of hundreds of stores it will close as part of its Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
Ford said a brake hose in two SUV models can develop a leak, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook is suing over President Trump's attempt to fire her.
Since its peak in 2020, overdose deaths in the city of Sterling Heights have dropped by nearly 50%.
State health officials said the mosquito-borne illness was found in an unvaccinated horse.
Valerie Kelley-Bonner is frustrated by what she says is a lack of awareness and support for those with HIV.
The district said some of its buildings have experienced mold growth, and that air quality testing was conducted.
The lawmakers say those with disabilities could be on their own if these funds don't come through.
Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell said this season's team is his best in five years.
A person familiar with the negotiations says the Jacksonville Jaguars are acquiring receiver Tim Patrick from Detroit in exchange for a sixth-round draft pick in 2026.
Tuesday was the deadline for the NFL's 32 teams to cut down their rosters to 53 players. In Detroit, the Lions reduced their roster to 50 with room to trade for a few players.
Some talented young ladies with the Limited Edition Baton Twirling Corps in Livingston County came home with gold, silver and bronze medals at the International Baton Twirling Federation World Majorette Championships this summer in Italy.
Jon Rahm and Legion XIII outlasted Bryson DeChambeau and the Crushers in a playoff Sunday in the LIV Golf League team final.
It's a look at the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and its impact over 130 years in the Motor City.
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.
The Michigan State Fair kicked off on Thursday and after coming to an abrupt end last year because of gun fire in the parking lot organizers and police are working to make sure everyone is safe this year.
The City of Troy will soon be working with a new EMS company beginning Jan. 1, 2026.
The Michigan State Fair kicked off on Thursday. After coming to an abrupt end last year due to a fatal shooting, organizers and police are working to make sure everyone is safe this year.
Lions General Manager Brad Holmes spoke about the final roster that he and head coach Dan Campbell have built and how it could change as the season goes on.
Sunshine and cool air continue on Friday with sunny and warming conditions this weekend.