Michigan AG sues tree service companies for alleged price gouging after severe weather
Michigan Attorney Dana Nessel has filed a lawsuit alleging that a group of tree service companies price-gouged during storm clean-up services in 2021 and 2022.
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Michigan Attorney Dana Nessel has filed a lawsuit alleging that a group of tree service companies price-gouged during storm clean-up services in 2021 and 2022.
Detective Sgt. Brian Keely, 50, of Grand Rapids, is accused of hitting 25-year-old Samuel Sterling with his vehicle during a police chase on April 14, 2024.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced on Thursday that she has joined a federal antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation and its subsidiary, Ticketmaster.
Glenn Chin, 56, of Canton, Massachusetts, will appear in court on Nov. 4, 2024, according to the Michigan Attorney General's office. He is charged with 11 counts of second-degree murder.
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit denied an appeal from attorneys challenging Michigan's 2020 election results and barred the attorneys from filing further complaints unless approved by the court.
A massive police operation has busted a major car theft ring responsible for stealing over 400 cars across the metro, resulting in at least $8 million in losses.
State and local police teamed up to carry out arrest and search warrants in Oakland and Wayne counties.
Michigan's attorney general has announced charges against a former small-town clerk and an attorney who had supported attempts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.
State officials say there was insufficient evidence to suggest corrupt intent.
The warrants show that Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is still gathering new information in her probe, nine months after she charged the state's fake electors with forgery and other crimes for signing certificates falsely claiming Donald Trump won the state in 2020.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel on Thursday declined to open a criminal investigation into Dominion Voting Systems CEO John Poulos, who testified before the Senate Oversight Committee in December 2020 amid fraud allegations in the election.
Large events like this week's NFL draft are ripe opportunities for criminals, from human trafficking to price gouging and scams. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is tackling the different ways you can protect yourself from becoming a victim.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is opposing Consumers Energy's proposed $136 million natural gas rate increase, arguing that the increase should be no more than $5.3 million if needed.
Dana Nessel announced the charges at a press conference in the state capital.
Salahuddin Ahmad and three employees are accused of prescribing certain drugs to people without physical evaluations.
Michigan officials released statements as the Supreme Court hears arguments in a case involving the FDA's actions to make mifepristone more accessible.
Prosecutors say Christopher Dean Baldwin, 40, of Flushing, allegedly went to Nessel's family home and to a commission meeting where Maguire was present.
Michigan State University has begun sending documents from its investigation into convicted sexual abuser Larry Nassar to state Attorney General Dana Nessel.
Krystal Davis, 37, is charged with one count of accounting violations-being an unlicensed certified public accountant and two counts of occupational code-unlicensed real estate agent.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced that charges have been filed against two women accused of being involved in a money scheme to use two nonprofits to fund Unlock Michigan and avoid disclosing donors.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and a coalition of attorneys generals are calling on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to take action to protect children from lead and other toxic metals in baby food.
According to the Federal Trade Commission, more than 17,000 identity theft reports were made in Michigan last year alone. With data breaches becoming the norm, much could be at risk.
The Michigan Attorney General's office announced it is seeking the dismissal of a federal lawsuit filed by members of Right to Life Michigan challenging the state's abortion rights law.
This anniversary comes nearly two years after the Supreme Court overturned the Roe v. Wade decision, leaving it up to the states to decide how to regulate abortion rights.
The 16 fake electors from Michigan were each charged with eight state felonies.
The superintendent of Redford Union Schools in Wayne County has been placed on administrative leave, the district says.
The government shutdown is now on Day 38 as the Senate prepares to vote again, but bipartisan progress has appeared to stall. Follow live updates here.
LaFontaine Automotive Group says the matter that led to the suspension of its St. Clair dealership license has been resolved and the business is open.
Farmers' Almanac says its 2026 edition is its last, citing the growing financial challenges of producing and distributing the book in today's "chaotic media environment."
A group of nine Michigan patients, physicians and reproductive rights advocates has filed a lawsuit against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and four other state officials.
An emergency order obtained by CBS News showed that the Detroit Metro Airport was among 40 major airports impacted by air traffic reductions.
FBI Director Kash Patel said on Thursday that a sixth person was arrested in Washington State in connection with a "potential terrorist attack" in Michigan that was foiled by federal investigators.
Snow finally makes a return to the Southeast Michigan forecast this weekend.
The superintendent of Redford Union Schools in Wayne County has been placed on administrative leave, the district says.
The government shutdown is now on Day 38 as the Senate prepares to vote again, but bipartisan progress has appeared to stall. Follow live updates here.
Waymo is starting to test autonomous vehicles in Detroit as it leads up to launching its ride-hailing service locally.
General Motors is laying off about 1,700 workers across manufacturing sites in Michigan and Ohio.
On average, Michiganders are paying $3.08 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
The state of Michigan is suspending incentives and seeking to claw back millions from a Chinese business behind an electric vehicle battery plant project in northern Michigan after the project has been riddled with pushback from locals and national Republicans.
About 200 employees were impacted after an auto parts manufacturer closed its Auburn Hills, Michigan, facility.
Howell's historic opera house, which hasn't hosted a performance on stage in over a century, is now under new leadership at the Livingston Arts Council.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
Diane Ladd, the actor known for her Oscar-nominated roles in "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," "Wild at Heart," and "Rambling Rose" has died.
Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith is gifting a need-based music scholarship to the University of Michigan.
Heidi Klum donned green scales and squirming snakes to transform herself into Medusa for Halloween on Friday.
The government shutdown is now on Day 38 as the Senate prepares to vote again, but bipartisan progress has appeared to stall. Follow live updates here.
An emergency order obtained by CBS News showed that the Detroit Metro Airport was among 40 major airports impacted by air traffic reductions.
November is a month well known for being a transition month on the Great Lakes. Powerful storms, intense winds, arctic air and even bursts of warmth all play a role.
Travel pros are urging people to brace for flight disruptions as the FAA throttles back air traffic starting on Friday.
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown. The cuts began Friday morning.
A group of nine Michigan patients, physicians and reproductive rights advocates has filed a lawsuit against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and four other state officials.
Henry Ford Genesys in Grand Blanc says it will provide wage increases as hundreds of nurses and staff represented by Teamsters Local 332 remain on strike.
A program that provides cash to help new and expecting mothers with newborn expenses is expanding to Ypsilanti.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
Pardee Elementary School will be deep cleaned as health officials investigate about 30 cases of hand, foot and mouth disease.
The Department of Public Safety said officers found Kneeland's vehicle abandoned after a crash, then found his body nearby.
Cade Cunningham scored 19 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter as the Detroit Pistons won their fourth straight, beating the Utah Jazz 114-103 on Wednesday night.
The Detroit Lions are approaching the midway mark of their season after experiencing a series of highs and lows, leading to more losses than they had last season.
Cade Cunningham scored 19 of his 33 points in the fourth quarter and the Detroit Pistons held off the Memphis Grizzlies 114-106 on Monday night.
James van Riemsdyk scored in the fourth round of a shootout, lifting the Detroit Red Wings past the San Jose Sharks 3-2 on Sunday night.
Eric Poe, CEO of CURE Auto Insurance, a New Jersey–based car insurer that entered the Michigan market four years ago and now has over 100,000 customers here, appears on Michigan Matters to discuss insurance rates.
Kinloch talked about helping neighborhoods, and he talked about improving education and DPSCD.
Canadian Consul General Colin Bird talks about the importance of $60 billion-plus in annual two-way trade between his country and Michigan.
Jared Fleisher, president of Bedrock, appears on Michigan Matters with an update on the company's goings-on
Detroit Mayoral Candidate Mary Sheffield was asked about a bevy of issues on this week's Michigan Matters.
The Dossin Great Lakes Museum in Detroit is hosting a series of special programs and events to remember 50 years since the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald on Lake Superior. One of the sold-out events is a Maritime Brunch scheduled for Nov. 9, featuring a historically accurate, chef-prepared meal based on the Edmund Fitzgerald’s galley menu. Here's a look at what they'll serve.
Michigan Humane is seeking homes for a rabbit named Wallace and a dog named Toby. Here's their Furry Friday introduction.
FBI director Kash Patel says a sixth suspect has been arrested in connection with the Halloween terrorism plot investigation based in Michigan. This additional person was arrested in Washington state.
The federal government shutdown impacts now include flight cancelations as an FAA order to cut back flights begins. In the meantime, court battles ramp up over the status of SNAP food stamp benefits. CBS News has this report.
Tracking colder air and snow chances for the second half of the weekend