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Dearborn Heights pharmacist admits billing over $3.2M for unnecessary, undispensed drugs
Read full article: Dearborn Heights pharmacist admits billing over $3.2M for unnecessary, undispensed drugsA Dearborn Heights pharmacist and business owner has admitted to running a years-long health care fraud scheme that cost insurers more than $3 million, officials said.
Wyandotte Public Schools board member Cindy Kinney resigns following backlash over Facebook comment
Read full article: Wyandotte Public Schools board member Cindy Kinney resigns following backlash over Facebook commentWyandotte Public Schools board member Cindy Kinney resigned after public backlash over a Facebook comment that compared Muslims to dogs.
Community raises $2K+ for restaurant server fighting for her life after serious Waterford Township crash
Read full article: Community raises $2K+ for restaurant server fighting for her life after serious Waterford Township crashOwners of Flights of Fancy Restaurant in Waterford are asking customers for their support after a longtime server, 45-year-old Amy Kuechle, was critically injured in a single-car crash Saturday.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer presses literacy, housing, medical debt in final State of the State Address
Read full article: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer presses literacy, housing, medical debt in final State of the State AddressMichigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer used her eighth and final State of the State Address Wednesday night to press lawmakers on literacy, housing, and medical debt as she outlined priorities for the remainder of her second term.
Wayne County man sentenced for using stolen identities to steal over $1.2M, other fraud schemes
Read full article: Wayne County man sentenced for using stolen identities to steal over $1.2M, other fraud schemesA Wayne County man has been sentenced to more than 10 years in federal prison for his role in multiple fraud schemes that stole more than $1.2 million, officials said.
Dearborn Heights pharmacist admits billing over $3.2M for unnecessary, undispensed drugs
Read full article: Dearborn Heights pharmacist admits billing over $3.2M for unnecessary, undispensed drugsA Dearborn Heights pharmacist and business owner has admitted to running a years-long health care fraud scheme that cost insurers more than $3 million, officials said.
Wyandotte Public Schools board member Cindy Kinney resigns following backlash over Facebook comment
Read full article: Wyandotte Public Schools board member Cindy Kinney resigns following backlash over Facebook commentWyandotte Public Schools board member Cindy Kinney resigned after public backlash over a Facebook comment that compared Muslims to dogs.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer presses literacy, housing, medical debt in final State of the State Address
Read full article: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer presses literacy, housing, medical debt in final State of the State AddressMichigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer used her eighth and final State of the State Address Wednesday night to press lawmakers on literacy, housing, and medical debt as she outlined priorities for the remainder of her second term.
Community raises $2K+ for restaurant server fighting for her life after serious Waterford Township crash
Read full article: Community raises $2K+ for restaurant server fighting for her life after serious Waterford Township crashOwners of Flights of Fancy Restaurant in Waterford are asking customers for their support after a longtime server, 45-year-old Amy Kuechle, was critically injured in a single-car crash Saturday.
Robbery at Oakland County hotel leads to third human trafficking arrest
Read full article: Robbery at Oakland County hotel leads to third human trafficking arrestA robbery report at a Southfield hotel led to the discovery of suspected cocaine and fentanyl and evidence of human trafficking and three arrests.
Teens denied bond in murder of 19-year-old found shot to death near Oakland County lake
Read full article: Teens denied bond in murder of 19-year-old found shot to death near Oakland County lakeTwo 19-year-olds have been charged with murder in the shooting of another 19-year-old whose body was found near an Oakland County lake.
Macomb Township mansion ambush: Where things stand in attempted murder case
Read full article: Macomb Township mansion ambush: Where things stand in attempted murder caseThree people charged in the attempted murder of a Macomb County businessman have been bound over, following two days of testimony detailing alleged financial fraud, cellphone data and eyewitness accounts.
Police seek missing Macomb County 14-year-old believed to be in Detroit
Read full article: Police seek missing Macomb County 14-year-old believed to be in DetroitAnyone who has seen Navaeh Fields or knows of her whereabouts is asked to contact the New Baltimore Police Department at 586-725-2181.
Macomb Community College offers free dental care on Give Kids a Smile Day
Read full article: Macomb Community College offers free dental care on Give Kids a Smile DayMacomb County Community College brought big smiles to kids and their parents by offering free dental care as part of Give Kids a Smile Day. The clinic provided everything from dental exams and cleanings to x-rays, all at no cost. This initiative is making a significant difference for families who struggle to afford dental care.
Family left to care for injured 12-year-old, his sister after Macomb County mom killed in crash
Read full article: Family left to care for injured 12-year-old, his sister after Macomb County mom killed in crashA family is coming together to care for an injured 12-year-old boy and his sister in Macomb County after their mother was killed in a crash.
Michigan House committee hears testimony alleging mold, drugs, lack of health care at women’s prison
Read full article: Michigan House committee hears testimony alleging mold, drugs, lack of health care at women’s prisonLawmakers heard alarming testimony Tuesday detailing years of alleged neglect, toxic mold, illegal drugs, and inadequate health care at Michigan’s only women’s prison, prompting calls for oversight and policy changes.
State hearing aims to address care, safety concerns at Huron Valley Correctional Facility
Read full article: State hearing aims to address care, safety concerns at Huron Valley Correctional FacilityMichigan’s only women’s prison is under renewed scrutiny after years of complaints about mold, medical care and other problems.
What it’s like to take ski lessons at Mt. Brighton in Livingston County
Read full article: What it’s like to take ski lessons at Mt. Brighton in Livingston CountySkiing is one of the most popular Winter Olympic sports, combining speed, skill, and a touch of danger. But what is it like for someone who’s just starting out or coming back after years away?
Monroe County man learns sentence after sexually exploiting children using Roblox, Discord, Snapchat
Read full article: Monroe County man learns sentence after sexually exploiting children using Roblox, Discord, SnapchatA Monroe County man was sentenced to federal prison after using multiple social media platforms to sexually exploit children.
2 young men were working on a well outside a Michigan home. Now they’re dead from chemical exposure
Read full article: 2 young men were working on a well outside a Michigan home. Now they’re dead from chemical exposurePolice said two young men were working on a well outside of a Michigan home, and then they died from exposure to chemicals.
Flint Township welfare check uncovers children with special needs abandoned in filthy home
Read full article: Flint Township welfare check uncovers children with special needs abandoned in filthy homeA Genesee County woman is facing multiple felonies after a neighbor’s 911 call led police to two children with special needs who had reportedly been left alone for several days.
‘Overwhelming filth:’ Flint Township police rescue 64 animals from home, dozens found dead
Read full article: ‘Overwhelming filth:’ Flint Township police rescue 64 animals from home, dozens found deadThe Flint Township Police Department searched a home on Tuesday morning and discovered what officers described as “overwhelming filth,” toxic air and dozens of dead and living animals inside.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announces 2 new redevelopment projects in Genesee County
Read full article: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announces 2 new redevelopment projects in Genesee CountyGov. Gretchen Whitmer on Thursday announced two state-backed redevelopment projects in Genesee County that will transform long-vacant buildings into new housing, commercial space and a restaurant while generating nearly $3 million in investment.
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Metro Detroit to warm up before snow chances return this weekend
Read full article: Metro Detroit to warm up before snow chances return this weekendAfter light snow moved through parts of Southeast Michigan late Tuesday night into early Wednesday, Metro Detroit is turning the corner toward a milder stretch to close the week, but winter isn’t done yet.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to deliver final State of the State Address focused on literacy, health care
Read full article: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to deliver final State of the State Address focused on literacy, health careGovernor Gretchen Whitmer will deliver her final State of the State address on Wednesday night, focusing on early literacy, affordable housing, and protecting health care.
Detroit woman says Solar Park near Coleman A. Young International Airport is forcing her to relocate
Read full article: Detroit woman says Solar Park near Coleman A. Young International Airport is forcing her to relocateHazel Walker has lived at her home here on Lyford Ave. near French Road and Van Dyke Avenue in the shadow of Coleman A. Young International Airport for nearly 50 years.
Robbery at Oakland County hotel leads to third human trafficking arrest
Read full article: Robbery at Oakland County hotel leads to third human trafficking arrestA robbery report at a Southfield hotel led to the discovery of suspected cocaine and fentanyl and evidence of human trafficking and three arrests.
Macomb Township mansion ambush: Where things stand in attempted murder case
Read full article: Macomb Township mansion ambush: Where things stand in attempted murder caseThree people charged in the attempted murder of a Macomb County businessman have been bound over, following two days of testimony detailing alleged financial fraud, cellphone data and eyewitness accounts.
Teens denied bond in murder of 19-year-old found shot to death near Oakland County lake
Read full article: Teens denied bond in murder of 19-year-old found shot to death near Oakland County lakeTwo 19-year-olds have been charged with murder in the shooting of another 19-year-old whose body was found near an Oakland County lake.
Gretchen Whitmer gives final State of the State address as Michigan’s governor -- watch live
Read full article: Gretchen Whitmer gives final State of the State address as Michigan’s governor -- watch liveMichigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is set to deliver her final State of the State address at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026.
Wyandotte School Board condemns social media comment comparing Muslims to dogs, urges resignation
Read full article: Wyandotte School Board condemns social media comment comparing Muslims to dogs, urges resignationThe majority of the Wyandotte School Board members adopted a resolution Tuesday evening condemning a board member’s social media comment and calling for her resignation after residents packed a special meeting to demand accountability.
Man held on $3M bond after allegedly targeting former employer in West Bloomfield shootings
Read full article: Man held on $3M bond after allegedly targeting former employer in West Bloomfield shootingsA 76-year-old West Bloomfield man is being held on a $3 million bond after two shootings that wounded two people on Saturday.
6 Wyandotte School Board members urge resignation over social media post comparing Muslims to dogs
Read full article: 6 Wyandotte School Board members urge resignation over social media post comparing Muslims to dogsSix of the seven members of the Wyandotte School Board adopted a resolution condemning a board member’s social media comment and calling for her resignation after residents packed a special meeting to demand accountability.