CBS backs off effort to stop sharing of Colbert's surprise ‘Only in Monroe' segment amid backlash
CBS says it will stop issuing takedown notices for Colbert's surprise 'Only in Monroe' appearance pending further review.
May 26, 2026Open source
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Stephen Colbert returns to the airwaves, appearing on community access television in Michigan
One night after Stephen Colbert recorded his final episode of “The Late Show" on CBS, he made a surprise appearance hosting the “Only in Monroe” commun...
May 24, 2026Open source
After the first night without “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” Colbert turned up with a new gig Friday, hosting a one-hour special called “Only in...
May 24, 2026Open source
Colbert appears on Michigan show broadcast night after "The Late Show" finale Stephen Colbert made a surpri...
Stephen Colbert made a surprise appearance hosting the "Only in Monroe" community access show broadcast in Monroe, Michigan, on Friday, one night a...
May 23, 2026Open source
Forsyth Police cite employees in underage nicotine, alcohol sales investigation
An investigation into complaints of underage sales led to citations against two employees accused of selling nicotine and alcohol products to minors.
May 22, 2026Open source
14-year-old arrested, charged with murder in shooting death of 40-year-old woman, police say
The shooting took place on the afternoon of May 16. Officers were called to a residence on Magnolia Terrace regarding a dispute involving juveniles.
May 21, 2026Open source
12 Years Later | Forsyth father remembers daughter, Heaven Woods, as city honors her with walking trail
Twelve years after Heaven Woods’ death, her father is speaking out as Forsyth honors the 5-year-old with a walking trail in her memory.
May 21, 2026Open source
Traffic Alert: Trailer carrying glass bottles overturns on I-75 South in Monroe County, prompting clean-up...
Two lanes of I-75 south are closed as they work to clean-up the wreck, causing considerable back up in Monroe County.
May 20, 2026Open source
Lake Monroe to close areas over Memorial Day weekend due to high waters
As of noon Monday, May 18, 2026, the reservoir was sitting at more than 8 feet above normal water levels, according to Indiana DNR.
May 19, 2026Open source
Man critically injured in Monroe County crash
The single-car crash happened Monday morning, May 18, in Ellettsville, around six miles northwest of downtown Bloomington.
May 19, 2026Open source
'I'll be at the sheriff's office or I'll be out on patrol' | Jim 'Jimbo' Kile hoping to rebuild trust as ne...
Kile defeated incumbent Sheriff Tommy Jones by almost 4,000 votes in the GOP primary. He is running unopposed in the August general election.
May 19, 2026Open source
Florida Keys officials "monitoring the situation" after Cuba's drones report The Monroe County Sheriff said...
The Monroe County Sheriff said he has not been contacted by any federal or state officials regarding the report and is urging people to stay calm.
May 18, 2026Open source
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Man accused of stabbing 13-year-old with screwdriver, whipping her with phone charger
35-year-old Jordan Michael Thomas of Newport, Michigan is facing multiple felony charges in Toledo.
May 11, 2026Open source
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Warming up across Metro Detroit for Sunday and Memorial Day
Southeast Michigan will turn warmer, but see more rain Sunday ahead of sunshine Monday.
May 24, 2026Open source
Cooler across Metro Detroit for the rest of the week
Southeast Michigan will see below-average temperatures to end the week.
May 20, 2026Open source
After back-to-back days of severe storms in Metro Detroit, cooler, calmer weather arrives mid-week
After multiple rounds of severe weather to start the week, southeast Michigan is finally getting a break from the storms.
May 20, 2026Open source
Community college student from Michigan to be 1st woman to represent US at world welding competition
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Growing up, Mikala Sposito dreamed of being a trailblazer.
May 17, 2026Open source
Detroit Pistons force Game 7 after win against the Cavaliers, 115-94
The series was 3-2 and Detroit was facing elimination from the NBA playoffs if they lost a third time in a row. However, Detroit answered back, winning Game...
May 16, 2026Open source
Detroit nonprofit offers free car repairs, food, clothing and more to community
The Redford Brightmoor Initiative operates out of two locations — one in Redford and one in the Brightmoor neighborhood — offering programs that range fr...
May 16, 2026Open source
TV20 Detroit will be new TV home for the Detroit Pistons starting this fall
The Detroit Pistons announced today a new local media television rights agreement with Scripps Sports beginning with the 2026‑27 NBA season.
May 16, 2026Open source
East Lansing police release bodycam footage of deadly shooting of Owings Mills man
East Lansing Police release body camera footage of fatal shooting of Michigan State University student and Owings Mills native Isaiah Kirby following stabbin...
May 16, 2026Open source
Music Hall gets final OK for $166M nonprofit bond issue for expansion after years of stops and starts
If all goes according to schedule, the Detroit nonprofit arts organization plans to break ground this summer.
May 15, 2026Open source
Michigan’s largest credit union opens its first Detroit branch
The largest credit union in the state just opened its first Detroit branch.
May 14, 2026Open source
Rocket Mortgage takes aim at crosstown rival UWM in lawsuit
Detroit-based Rocket filed a lawsuit Thursday alleging that the Pontiac-headquartered UWM has engaged in breach of contract.
May 14, 2026Open source
Residents of America's iconic 'Tree Town' fume as local power company goes on 'massacre' chopping spree
Residents of Ann Arbor in Michigan claim their local utility company has trimmed back trees until they look hideous. The firm, DTE Energy, says the maintenan...
May 13, 2026Open source
Graduation celebrations come with a hefty price tag; experts say you can celebrate without breaking the bank
Graduation season is in full swing across metro Detroit, and for many families, honoring their graduate comes with a significant financial commitment.
May 12, 2026Open source
Black Bear spotted in Metro Detroit: Officials investigating Flat Rock sighting
Officials are investigating a potential black bear sighting in Flat Rock after video appeared to show one walking near a home. The police department said the...
May 12, 2026Open source
Michigan Senate Candidate Mallory McMorrow Deleted Posts Supporting BLM, 'Trans Women' and Hillary Clinton
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Mallory McMorrow deleted dozens of social media posts in which she endorsed the Black Lives Matter movement, praised ath...
May 12, 2026Open source
Wayne County clerk rejects attempt to disqualify candidate from primary ballot over her name change
Wayne County clerk rejects attempt to disqualify candidate from primary ballot over her name change
May 12, 2026Open source
FBI, police conduct dig at east Detroit park for unknown operation
Various law enforcement agencies were spotted in Detroit for an unknown investigation. Agencies were conducting work at Pingree Park in Detroit, located on t...
May 12, 2026Open source
U.S. House Democrats criticize Trump tariffs, promote manufacturing during GM Romulus plant tour
Ro Khanna, a Democratic member of the U.S. House from California’s Silicon Valley, spent his Saturday asking staff and union members at the General Motors...
May 11, 2026Open source
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NCAA women’s golf: Defending champion Northwestern fails to qualify for match play
The big surprise is Eastern Michigan in its NCAA women's golf championship debut.
May 26, 2026Open source
Stephen Colbert returns to the airwaves, appearing on community access television in Michigan
One night after Stephen Colbert recorded his final episode of “The Late Show" on CBS, he made a surprise appearance hosting the “Only in Monroe” commun...
May 24, 2026Open source
Warming up across Metro Detroit for Sunday and Memorial Day
Southeast Michigan will turn warmer, but see more rain Sunday ahead of sunshine Monday.
May 24, 2026Open source
Chicago man charged with shooting Indiana deputy at hospital: police
A suspect has been charged in the shooting of an Indiana deputy at a hospital in Michigan City on Friday morning, according to the Indiana State Police.
May 23, 2026Open source
La Porte County deputy shot at Michigan City hospital undergoes 8-hour surgery, suspect charged
La Porte County Deputy Jon Samuelson, shot at Franciscan Health Michigan City hospital, underwent an eight-hour surgery. Sharod Grafton is charged.
May 23, 2026Open source
Man charged in Michigan City hospital shooting that left LaPorte County Sheriff's deputy critically injured...
A 22-year-old man has been charged in a shooting at a Franciscan Health hospital in Michigan City, Indiana, on Friday that left a LaPorte County Sheriff'...
May 23, 2026Open source
Michigan Avenue Saks Fifth Avenue employee accused of helping steal $7,500 in merchandise: officials
A Saks Fifth Avenue on Michigan Avenue employee has been charged after helping other people steal more than $7,500-worth of merchandise from the store, accor...
May 23, 2026Open source
Colbert appears on Michigan show broadcast night after "The Late Show" finale Stephen Colbert made a surpri...
Stephen Colbert made a surprise appearance hosting the "Only in Monroe" community access show broadcast in Monroe, Michigan, on Friday, one night a...
May 23, 2026Open source
LaPorte County deputy shot at Michigan City hospital undergoes "successful" surgery The LaPorte County Sher...
The LaPorte County Sheriff's deputy who was shot and critically wounded at a hospital in Michigan City, Indiana, on Friday has undergone a surgery offic...
May 23, 2026Open source
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