A Michigan State Police trooper was struck and killed by a vehicle during a traffic stop on I-75 on Wednesday night.

Gaines Township, Mich. – Police have identified the 26-year-old man who died Sunday after a novelty cannon exploded in Gaines Township, southwest of Flint. Original Story: 26-year-old man dies from explosion at Michigan baby showerAccording to authorities, Evan Thomas Silva was struck by shrapnel when the cannon exploded. Police said the cannon did not have a projectile and was designed to create a big flash, smoke and a loud noise. It had been fired multiple times before the baby shower with no issue. Police believe that the gunpowder that was loaded into the device caused it to fracture and spread shrapnel across the area.

GENESEE COUNTY, Mich. Parents in Genesee County are facing charges after an accidental shooting that left a toddler dead earlier this month. Authorities said White and Scott-Bradley heard a gunshot wound moments after the children went upstairs. In an instant, a childs life was lost and two parents now face homicide charges related to his death, Genesee County Prosecutor Leyton said. I realize a lot of individuals keep weapons in their homes for the safety and protection of their family. Scott-Bradley faces the same charges as White, as well as a charge for possessing a firearm as a felon and another felony firearm charge.