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Ex-Michigan funeral home director ordered to pay over $1M in restitution to 204 victims
Read full article: Ex-Michigan funeral home director ordered to pay over $1M in restitution to 204 victimsA former Michigan funeral home director has agreed to pay more than $1 million in restitution to 204 victims after taking a plea deal in his embezzlement case.
‘Every second matters’: Michigan baby gets lifesaving treatment after weeks of insurance denials
Read full article: ‘Every second matters’: Michigan baby gets lifesaving treatment after weeks of insurance denialsA Michigan 3-month-old will get lifesaving treatment after weeks of insurance denials and precious time having passed.
Leaders call for action after shooting outside bar on Detroit’s west side
Read full article: Leaders call for action after shooting outside bar on Detroit’s west sideNeighbors near the Wall Street Ultra Lounge on Detroit’s west side say late-night activity around the club has escalated from noisy crowds to fights and gunfire, and they want city leaders to intervene.
She got her sign back: Detroit Pistons reunite 9-year-old fan with signed poster after viral search
Read full article: She got her sign back: Detroit Pistons reunite 9-year-old fan with signed poster after viral searchThe Detroit Pistons’ social media team was on a mission to find a girl who left a poster behind at Little Caesars Arena, which led to a viral video sparked by Big Sean.
Leaders call for action after shooting outside bar on Detroit’s west side
Read full article: Leaders call for action after shooting outside bar on Detroit’s west sideNeighbors near the Wall Street Ultra Lounge on Detroit’s west side say late-night activity around the club has escalated from noisy crowds to fights and gunfire, and they want city leaders to intervene.
Wayne State to offer free tuition to some transfer students -- full list of eligibility requirements
Read full article: Wayne State to offer free tuition to some transfer students -- full list of eligibility requirementsWayne State University is expanding its free tuition program, and now some transfer students will be eligible.
DEA Detroit, DOJ seeks forfeiture of $14.9M seized in international drug money laundering case
Read full article: DEA Detroit, DOJ seeks forfeiture of $14.9M seized in international drug money laundering caseThe Department of Justice unsealed a civil lawsuit seeking forfeiture of more than $14.9 million, which it says was seized as part of an international drug money-laundering scheme.
911 call: Woman warned attacker was ‘suicidal’ minutes after West Bloomfield temple attack
Read full article: 911 call: Woman warned attacker was ‘suicidal’ minutes after West Bloomfield temple attackIn a 911 call made minutes after a man rammed a pickup truck into a West Bloomfield synagogue, a woman believed to be his ex-wife asked Dearborn Heights Police to check on him because she feared he was suicidal.
Temple Israel recovery efforts continue after violent attack
Read full article: Temple Israel recovery efforts continue after violent attackFive days after the violent attack at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Township, recovery efforts are still underway -- and temple leaders say it will take time to fully restore operations.
Oakland County man accused of sharing child sex abuse videos involving infants, toddlers
Read full article: Oakland County man accused of sharing child sex abuse videos involving infants, toddlersBrian Allen Rose, 47, of Ferndale, was arraigned on a three-count indictment for allegedly trading photos and videos of children -- some as young as infants, said federal investigators.
Case dismissed for woman accused of operating Oakland County massage parlor sex trafficking ring
Read full article: Case dismissed for woman accused of operating Oakland County massage parlor sex trafficking ringThe case against a woman accused of operating a massage parlor where workers were allegedly forced to provide sexual services has been dismissed.
1 injured, 2 arrested in shooting following fight between juveniles in Sterling Heights
Read full article: 1 injured, 2 arrested in shooting following fight between juveniles in Sterling HeightsOne person was injured, and two others were arrested after a shooting that followed a fight between juveniles in Sterling Heights.
Macomb County condo residents hit with unexpected annual $6K utility charge
Read full article: Macomb County condo residents hit with unexpected annual $6K utility chargeA community of condos with many units serving seniors says they are being charged an unexpected $6,000 because Chesterfield Township says they need to address a “long-standing gap in utility cost recovery.”
‘Every second matters’: Michigan baby gets lifesaving treatment after weeks of insurance denials
Read full article: ‘Every second matters’: Michigan baby gets lifesaving treatment after weeks of insurance denialsA Michigan 3-month-old will get lifesaving treatment after weeks of insurance denials and precious time having passed.
The spot in Ann Arbor that’s been added to list of nation’s most contaminated sites
Read full article: The spot in Ann Arbor that’s been added to list of nation’s most contaminated sitesA spot in Ann Arbor has been added to a list of the nation’s most contaminated sites, which means it’s a priority for being cleaned up.
Drunk man was being helped off bus in Washtenaw County. That’s when cops say they found the gun
Read full article: Drunk man was being helped off bus in Washtenaw County. That’s when cops say they found the gunA drunk man was being helped off a bus in Washtenaw County when police said they saw part of a gun sticking out of his jacket.
The 9 places listed as possible exposure spots for measles case in Southeast Michigan
Read full article: The 9 places listed as possible exposure spots for measles case in Southeast MichiganA second measles case has been confirmed in Washtenaw County, and now a mall and a gym have been added to the list of exposure sites.
Second measles case confirmed in Washtenaw County -- Mall, gym added to list of exposure sites
Read full article: Second measles case confirmed in Washtenaw County -- Mall, gym added to list of exposure sitesA second measles case has been confirmed in Washtenaw County, and now a mall and a gym have been added to the list of exposure sites.
Truck sideswipes Livingston County Sheriff’s patrol car while deputies respond to rollover crash
Read full article: Truck sideswipes Livingston County Sheriff’s patrol car while deputies respond to rollover crashA pickup truck sideswiped a Livingston County Sheriff’s patrol car while deputies responded to a different crash Tuesday morning.
Trinity Health Livingston is relocating to new campus next month -- here’s what to know
Read full article: Trinity Health Livingston is relocating to new campus next month -- here’s what to knowTrinity Health Livingston is getting ready for a major transition as it moves operations from its longtime hospital campus in Howell to a new campus in Brighton.
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?
How many people were stopped, cited in Monroe County distracted driving crackdown?
Read full article: How many people were stopped, cited in Monroe County distracted driving crackdown?The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office conducted a distracted driving enforcement operation last week, conducting traffic stops and issuing citations for several drivers.
Michigan senator’s wife accused of embezzling over $35K from St. Clair County chamber of commerce
Read full article: Michigan senator’s wife accused of embezzling over $35K from St. Clair County chamber of commerceKellie Lauwers, the wife of Michigan Sen. Dan Lauwers, has been charged in connection with allegedly embezzling more than $35,000 from a chamber of commerce in St. Clair County, officials said.
Second suspect arrested at Indiana hotel after 60+ pets rescued from Michigan home, 20+ found dead
Read full article: Second suspect arrested at Indiana hotel after 60+ pets rescued from Michigan home, 20+ found deadA Genesee County couple was charged after more than 90 living and dead dogs were found in their home last month. Both are now in custody after the male suspect was found hiding at a hotel in Indiana.
Police hunt for Genesee County couple after 95 pets found dead and alive in grisly squalor
Read full article: Police hunt for Genesee County couple after 95 pets found dead and alive in grisly squalorThe 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.
Grand Blanc man accused of sexually exploiting 11-year-old girl online, contacting dozens more
Read full article: Grand Blanc man accused of sexually exploiting 11-year-old girl online, contacting dozens moreA Grand Blanc man is accused of paying girls as young as 11 in Amazon gift cards for explicit images.
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911 call: Woman warned attacker was ‘suicidal’ minutes after West Bloomfield temple attack
Read full article: 911 call: Woman warned attacker was ‘suicidal’ minutes after West Bloomfield temple attackIn a 911 call made minutes after a man rammed a pickup truck into a West Bloomfield synagogue, a woman believed to be his ex-wife asked Dearborn Heights Police to check on him because she feared he was suicidal.
Arctic chill, flurries followed by warmup later this week in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Arctic chill, flurries followed by warmup later this week in Metro DetroitA blast of Arctic air is making for a bitterly cold St. Patrick’s Day across Southeast Michigan, with wind chills dropping into the single digits and teens and creating hazardous conditions for anyone spending time outdoors.
Temple Israel recovery efforts continue after violent attack
Read full article: Temple Israel recovery efforts continue after violent attackFive days after the violent attack at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Township, recovery efforts are still underway -- and temple leaders say it will take time to fully restore operations.
Second suspect arrested at Indiana hotel after 60+ pets rescued from Michigan home, 20+ found dead
Read full article: Second suspect arrested at Indiana hotel after 60+ pets rescued from Michigan home, 20+ found deadA Genesee County couple was charged after more than 90 living and dead dogs were found in their home last month. Both are now in custody after the male suspect was found hiding at a hotel in Indiana.
Oakland County man accused of sharing child sex abuse videos involving infants, toddlers
Read full article: Oakland County man accused of sharing child sex abuse videos involving infants, toddlersBrian Allen Rose, 47, of Ferndale, was arraigned on a three-count indictment for allegedly trading photos and videos of children -- some as young as infants, said federal investigators.
Case dismissed for woman accused of operating Oakland County massage parlor sex trafficking ring
Read full article: Case dismissed for woman accused of operating Oakland County massage parlor sex trafficking ringThe case against a woman accused of operating a massage parlor where workers were allegedly forced to provide sexual services has been dismissed.
Wayne State to offer free tuition to some transfer students -- full list of eligibility requirements
Read full article: Wayne State to offer free tuition to some transfer students -- full list of eligibility requirementsWayne State University is expanding its free tuition program, and now some transfer students will be eligible.
Truck sideswipes Livingston County Sheriff’s patrol car while deputies respond to rollover crash
Read full article: Truck sideswipes Livingston County Sheriff’s patrol car while deputies respond to rollover crashA pickup truck sideswiped a Livingston County Sheriff’s patrol car while deputies responded to a different crash Tuesday morning.
Michigan woman has played Lotto 47 every week for years. This time, she won $3.98M
Read full article: Michigan woman has played Lotto 47 every week for years. This time, she won $3.98MA Michigan woman who has played Lotto 47 every week for years received a text from a family member saying a winning ticket had been sold at the market she had just visited. So, the woman checked her ticket and discovered she had won a $3.98 million prize.
Morning 4: Wayne County man accused of trying to rent an 8-year-old girl for $250 during online chat -- and more news
Read full article: Morning 4: Wayne County man accused of trying to rent an 8-year-old girl for $250 during online chat -- and more newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
1 injured, 2 arrested in shooting following fight between juveniles in Sterling Heights
Read full article: 1 injured, 2 arrested in shooting following fight between juveniles in Sterling HeightsOne person was injured, and two others were arrested after a shooting that followed a fight between juveniles in Sterling Heights.
DEA Detroit, DOJ seeks forfeiture of $14.9M seized in international drug money laundering case
Read full article: DEA Detroit, DOJ seeks forfeiture of $14.9M seized in international drug money laundering caseThe Department of Justice unsealed a civil lawsuit seeking forfeiture of more than $14.9 million, which it says was seized as part of an international drug money-laundering scheme.
Man caught with pants down near Detroit park, drops gun under car, feds say
Read full article: Man caught with pants down near Detroit park, drops gun under car, feds sayA man was found by a police officer with his pants down at a car near a Detroit park in the middle of the night, and was then arrested after a gun was found underneath the car.
Temple Israel repairs underway after vehicle attack in West Bloomfield Township; support services offered
Read full article: Temple Israel repairs underway after vehicle attack in West Bloomfield Township; support services offeredRepairs were underway Monday at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Township, where authorities say a man rammed a vehicle into the synagogue last week, as area organizations are stepping in to provide mental health support for families and staff shaken by the attack.