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With the Trump administration taking over in a few weeks, the question of what's ahead for electric vehicles and Detroit automakers was front and center on Michigan Matters as Glenn Stevens Jr., executive director of MichAuto and vice president of Automotive and Mobility Initiatives at Detroit Regional Chamber, and Mike Brennan, founder and CEO of MITechNews, discussed.
The 98th annual America’s Thanksgiving Parade will roll through the streets of downtown Detroit this Thursday, with hundreds of thousands lining Woodward Avenue as six new floats make their debut.
With the ink barely dry on stories about Election 2024, a growing cadre of folks, including Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel, are looking at the evolving political landscape.
President-elect Donald Trump and the Republicans not only knocked down the Blue Wall in Michigan, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania but the GOP won the presidential race and major contests all across the U.S.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, one of the co-chairs of Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign, talked about the final push in that race and prospects for Democrats holding onto the State House on this week’s CBS Detroit Michigan Matters.
Former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder weighs in on this election with a focus on the state house as Republicans hope to take back control from the Democrats, who took it over as part of the ‘Blue Wave” midterm elections as Michigan and a host of other states went all in for the Democrats.
With two weeks left and the clock ticking down, Michigan Republican Party Chair Pete Hoekstra and Michigan Democratic Party Chair Lavora Barnes appear on CBS Detroit’s Michigan Matters to discuss the presidential race and other contests and talk about what’s at stake.
Trump and Harris and their anointed representatives continue to make campaign stops in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Flint and other places in Michigan, a critical battleground state.
As Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, Tim Walz and JD Vance campaign in the Great Lakes States in rapid succession, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in on voters pollsters say are up for grabs in this critical swing state.
If the pool of early applicants to the bi-partisan Michigan Political Leadership Program's upcoming class at Michigan State University is any indication of how the electorate in this critical swing state might vote in November, it could be a landslide.
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Reggie E. Davis, president of consumer banking at Flagstar, talks about the company’s imprint in Michigan and the changing dynamics of the industry on CBS Detroit’s Michigan Matters.
As Vice President and Democratic Presidential Nominee Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, who is vying for the office continue to crisscross the Great Lakes States this week, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in on what’s ahead in the most bombastic election in American history.
Steve Kiefer has been on a mission to get distracted driving laws adopted in states across America which he updates on CBS Detroit’s Michigan Matters.
Two high-profile business and educational leaders - Aaron Dworkin, musician and founder of the Sphinx Organization, and Dr. Marschall Runge, CEO of Michigan Medicine/Dean of UM Medical School - added “author” to their vast resumes as they’ve written new books which they discussed on CBS Detroit’s Michigan Matters.
Detroit put the world on wheels and now it is leading the charge to be the Mobility Capitol as leaders from business and politics join forces from across the state to promote the Motor City on the global stage.
Canada is already Michigan’s largest trading partner, worth hundreds of billions each year, and as the Gordie Howe International Bridges nears completion, that amount will grow exponentially.
Michigan GOP Party Chair Pete Hoekstra and State Sen. Mallory McMorrow discuss the results of the primary and how the field of candidates still standing and their prospects look as Election 2024 enters the sprint to the finish line on Nov. 5 on CBS Detroit’s Michigan Matters.
Politics and the state of the evolving presidential contest take center stage as the roundtable of Susy Avery, former chair of the Michigan GOP, Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett and Ed Sarpolus, executive director of Target Insyght, discuss on CBS Detroit’s Michigan Matters.
The spotlight is on two successful Detroit family-owned businesses on CBS Detroit’s Michigan Matters as leaders from PVS Chemicals and Sweet Potato Sensations talk about working for a family enterprise and the nuances.
Gardner-White is a 112-year-old family-owned furniture retailer, and Stewart is the first female to serve as CEO of the company.
CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters airs Sundays at 5:30 a.m.
It’s a focus on our physical well-being as we talk about the importance of oral health and its impact, particularly among children as Dr. Jason Golnick, pediatric dentist, Margaret Trimer, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Delta Dental of Michigan, and Lisa Taylor, of Smiles On Wheels, appear on this Sunday’s Michigan Matters.
U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm and U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg appear on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday.
President-elect Donald Trump campaigned with talk of ending the $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit which has helped fuel sales.
The 98th Annual America's Thanksgiving Parade will roll through the streets of downtown Detroit this Thursday, with hundreds of thousands lining Woodward Avenue as six new floats make their debut.
Hackel, the former Macomb County Sheriff, said the results of the 2024 contest are giving him more confidence than ever that he has the right stuff and resumé to be governor.
How did the Democrats lose so many races at once?
In Michigan, the Democrats have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
In Michigan, the Democrats now have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
Both party chairs also talked about the ground game as each looks for independent voters and those who haven't voted in a while they hope to inspire to show up on Nov. 5.
Trump and Harris and their anointed representatives continue to make campaign stops in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Flint and other places in Michigan, a critical battleground state.
As Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, Tim Walz and JD Vance campaign in the Great Lakes States in rapid succession, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in on voters pollsters say are up for grabs in this critical swing state.
Watch Michigan Matters at its new time: 5:30 a.m. Sundays on CBS Detroit, noon Sundays on Detroit 50 WKBD.
Reggie E. Davis, president of consumer banking at Flagstar Bank, talks about the company's imprint in Michigan and the changing dynamics of the industry on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
The UAW remains an interesting factor in this race, too. Pundits point to Michigan as a critical battleground that the two camps are paying huge attention to.
Steve Kiefer has been on a mission to get distracted driving laws adopted in states across America, which he updates on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
The two authors also shared advice for others considering writing a book and things they wish they'd known before they started.
Detroit put the world on wheels, and now it is leading the charge to be the Mobility Capitol.
The Macomb County Public Works Commission cleared a large blockage in the storm sewage system, solving the persistent flooding problem.
Michael Dezsi is asking a judge to acquit Jennifer Crumbley or that she be granted a new trial.
In a statement, Detroit police said they are aware of the allegations and are actively investigating the circumstances.
A Farmington Hills is facing multiple charges for allegedly shooting at his wife and barricading himself in a home Saturday night.
At the end of 2025, Michigan Medicine will discontinue the University of Michigan Health Plan.
Company officials say a board committee is leading the search for a new CEO, and that the search is expected to be completed within the first half of 2025.
General Motors has reached an agreement to sell its stake in a nearly completed electric vehicle battery plant in Lansing, Michigan.
A Stellantis joint venture with Samsung SDI has won a commitment from the U.S. Energy Department for up to a $7.54 billion loan to help build two electric vehicle battery plants in Kokomo, Indiana.
Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares has resigned after nearly four years in the top spot of the Jeep and Ram maker, which has continued to struggle with slumping sales.
The employee was taken to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Elton John says he's lost his eyesight and struggled to see his new musical, "The Devil Wears Prada" after a "severe" eye infection.
Tickets for the tour go on sale Friday at noon on AC/DC's website.
NORAD has tracked Santa Claus' Christmas Eve journey around the world since 1955.
Target is the only place you can buy the latest Taylor Swift merch, including a new book, vinyl and CD.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Contracted truckers hauling packages between Amazon facilities are more likely to engage in dangerous behavior on the roads than other carriers, according to federal data analyzed by CBS News.
Delta says it pulled pair of crew members from duty after random screening by Dutch authorities.
General Motors has reached an agreement to sell its stake in a nearly completed electric vehicle battery plant in Lansing, Michigan.
Feds find 11 kids illegally employed for at least 4 years at Seaboard Triumph Foods facility in Sioux Falls, Iowa.
Bluesky has added millions of new subscribers in the last month as some users leave X. Here's what to know.
Feds find 11 kids illegally employed for at least 4 years at Seaboard Triumph Foods facility in Sioux Falls, Iowa.
At the end of 2025, Michigan Medicine will discontinue the University of Michigan Health Plan.
Pontiac General Hospital has filed for bankruptcy days after announcing the loss of Medicare funding and announcing over 240 layoffs.
The school district introduced therapy dogs two years ago, and things have gone so well that it decided to add six more dogs.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
CBS News Detroit asked reporters covering the Wolverines and Buckeyes if planting the "Block M" on the "Block O" went too far and how they felt both head coaches handled the situation.
The winner will score free french fries from the business for a year. But like any Lions win, it takes heart.
The University of Michigan and The Ohio State University will both pay a $100,000 fine following a brawl after Saturday's game between the two schools.
On Sunday, the team announced the practice squad signing of three-time pro bowl safety Jamal Adams.
The Detroit Red Wings fell to the Vancouver Canucks 5-4 in overtime Sunday, with left wing Jake DeBrusk scoring a hat trick, including the game-winner in overtime.
President-elect Donald Trump campaigned with talk of ending the $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit which has helped fuel sales.
The 98th Annual America's Thanksgiving Parade will roll through the streets of downtown Detroit this Thursday, with hundreds of thousands lining Woodward Avenue as six new floats make their debut.
Hackel, the former Macomb County Sheriff, said the results of the 2024 contest are giving him more confidence than ever that he has the right stuff and resumé to be governor.
How did the Democrats lose so many races at once?
In Michigan, the Democrats have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
In a motion filed Monday in Oakland County Circuit Court, Jennifer Crumbley's attorney, Michael Dezsi, said his client's proceedings were "tainted from top to bottom and were borne out of prosecutorial overreach attempting to criminalize Mrs. Crumbley's noncriminal conduct."
The Macomb County Public Works Commission cleared a large blockage in the storm sewage system, solving the persistent flooding problem.
The Detroit Police Department and Child Protective Services were at a home on the city's west side Monday evening after receiving reports that children were seen sleeping outside. In a statement, police said they are aware of the allegations at a home on Leslie Street and are actively investigating the circumstances.
Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of the Oxford High School shooter, is asking a judge to overturn her involuntary manslaughter conviction. Former federal prosecutor Rick Convertino joins CBS News Detroit to weigh in.
President-elect Donald Trump promised major changes to the United States immigration system when he campaigned, and now local immigration groups tell CBS News Detroit they're doing everything they can to prepare.
