The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) on Friday confirmed a case of measles in an Oakland County child, the first in the state since 2019.
According to DHHS, the case was associated with international travel. The department recommends that unvaccinated individuals ages one and older receive a measles vaccination to protect themselves and others around them.
DHHS is working closely with Oakland County Health Division on the case, and does not believe there were any additional exposures outside of the child’s household, based on when symptoms began.
New cases add to worst Michigan measles outbreak in almost 30 years
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Measles is a highly contagious disease that is spread by direct person-to-person contact and through the air. It is preventable by vaccine.
Symptoms of the disease usually develop seven to 14 days after exposure but can appear up to 21 days after being exposed. Symptoms include high fever; cough; runny nose; red, watery eyes; tiny white spots on the inner cheeks, gums and roof of mouth two to three days after symptoms begin and a blotchy, raised red rash that usually begins on the face and spreads to the trunk, arms and legs three to five days after symptoms begin.
If symptoms do develop, the department advises against visiting the doctor or the emergency room without calling ahead, so the facilities can take measures to prevent other individuals from being exposed.
According to DHHS, 90% of unvaccinated individuals who are exposed to measles will develop the disease, while one in five individuals infected with the disease will be hospitalized.
Outside of Michigan, 35 cases have been reported in 15 other states since the beginning of the year.
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With the risk for community spread, DHHS advised parents to ensure their children are up to date on their childhood immunizations, including the measles vaccine.
The two-dose measles, mumps and rubella vaccine is highly effective and safe, with a single dose being 93% effective at preventing measles and two doses being 97% effective, according to DHHS. The vaccine is also effective at preventing illness if used within 72 hours of exposure to measles.
Michiganders can contact their health care provider or visit their local health department to inquire about how to obtain the vaccine and schedule an appointment. Children under the age of 18 who are Medicaid-eligible, uninsured, underinsured or who have American Indian or Alaska Native heritage may receive the vaccine for no cost from a provider enrolled in the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Vaccines For Children program.
The 2026 men’s NCAA Tournament is down to its Sweet 16 and we’ll have a Final Four by Sunday evening. For half of the college stars taking the court this weekend, it’s one final opportuniy to impress NBA teams with their play at full game speed when the lights are brightest as this year’s draft class comes into focus.
The 2026 NBA draft is expected to take place in late June. In USA TODAY’s latest mock draft, Michigan’s Morez Johnson Jr. is expected to go in the first round. Here’s how USA TODAY currently projects the big man’s draft night will play out.
Our draft order is based on ESPN’s projected records and factors in trades, including swaps and protections.
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Morez Johnson Jr. 2026 NBA Draft prediction: Pick No. 25 overall, Los Angeles Lakers
Kalbrosky’s Analysis:
Morez Johnson Jr. is one of the best, most underrated two-way players in the NCAA. He is a crucial part of the Michigan identity this season and has thrived since transferring to the Wolverines from Illinois. Johnson’s shooting form at the free throw line looks good, and he scores well near the rim, especially when cutting to the basket. The former FIBA U-19 Team USA standout and All-Big Ten big man is a trustworthy defensive playmaker, too, and should find minutes at the next level.
Paula Wethington is a digital producer at CBS Detroit. She previously held digital content roles at NEWSnet, Gannett/USA Today network and The Monroe News in Michigan. She is a graduate of the University of South Carolina.
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A pedestrian was struck and died of her injuries early Friday on the Lodge Freeway in Detroit.
Emergency dispatchers started to get calls about 2:30 a.m. about someone who was walking along the Lodge, and then were notified that the person had been struck by a vehicle, the Michigan State Police reported.
When troopers arrived, they found multiple cars stopped along the freeway, and people standing around a woman who was severely injured.
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Detroit EMS pronounced the woman dead at the scene, state police said. She has not yet been identified.
The driver who struck the woman did not stay at the scene.
“Troopers are currently using technology that is available in the area to identify the vehicle involved,” MSP F/Lt. Mike Shaw said.
The Lodge Freeway, also known as M-10, was closed at about 2:46 a.m. Friday between Chicago Boulevard / Hamilton Avenue and Clairmount Street for the investigation and emergency assistance, according to Michigan Department of Transportation reports. The Lodge was reported back open at 6:05 a.m.
Michigan Department of Transportation traffic reports are at the MI Drive site.
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State police said their investigation is continuing. Those who witnessed the crash or have other information are asked to call the MSP Metro South Post at 734-287-5000 or Crime Stoppers of Michigan at 800-SPEAK-UP.
