Inmates say an issue with the systems at the Wayne County Jail have left them stuck inside for far longer than they should be, and they added that the conditions are “horrendous.”

As summer begins, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office is increasing its attention on quality-of-life issues.

You know it doesn’t take long for a time on the water to turn into a bad one, as even a beautiful day can ultimately become tragic.

“We’ve seen now numbers we’ve never seen,” said Mayor Mike Duggan. “18% reduction homicide. 60 more people are going to be living this year.”

It's the holiday season, and thieves are hard at work right now, trying to scam Metro Detroiters out of thousands of dollars.

The big question is when that move into the massive new complex will occur.

The charge stems from the fatal attack of another inmate at the Wayne County Jail in July.

Criminal charges are pending after a man was attacked at the Wayne County Jail and died at the hospital more than a week later.

The initiative cracks down on “quality-of-life issues” like speeding/drag racing, abandoned cars, prostitution, drug trafficking, and loitering in front of businesses.

Law enforcement agencies from across Southeast Michigan spent Wednesday in Grosse Ile for a plane crash simulation training exercise.

Automakers and security companies are hoping to create a plan to stop theft on manufacturing lots.

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office issued a warning about a phone scam that has already cost residents thousands of dollars.

Seeing those red and blue lights flashing behind you can be terrifying for new drivers, especially the first time.

The race for Wayne County Sheriff is heating up with allegations of dirty politics, and Wednesday night, a judge agreed, shutting down a campaign mailer taking aim at current Sheriff Raphael Washington.

On Tuesday, the 36th District Court, judges, leaders like Wayne County Sheriff Raphael Washington, former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder, and civil rights advocates announced a historic agreement for major reform to the cash bail system to level the playing field for working-class Detroiters.

Nonprofits and activists say this turnout demonstrates the grassroots effort that’s vital for lasting change.

Seen in the video player above is two of the top law enforcement officers in Wayne County taking a stroll through Detroit’s Greektown Entertainment District.

As the war in Ukraine drags on, Detroit police and the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department are doing something to help. Both departments have teamed up with other agencies in Wayne County to send dozens of retired Special Response Team bulletproof vests to those who need them in Ukraine.

The bond for a man accused of firing shots at police -- called “ridiculously low” by frustrated Wayne County officials last week -- has been more than doubled after an emergency hearing.

"You shoot at deputies and you get to go right back onto the street and endanger the public? This is not acceptable.”

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of another one of their own to COVID. Cpl. Ernest Robinson died Tuesday morning, he was 50 years old.

A worker and an inmate at the Wayne County Jail have been charged in a drug, cigarette and cellphone smuggling operation, officials said.

An off-duty Wayne County corrections officer was shot several times and killed overnight in Detroit, officials said.

An Ann Arbor man is facing charges, accused of luring young girls on social media and coercing them into performing sexual acts when they met.

It’s officially boating season in Metro Detroit.

With the guilty verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial, many hope it is the beginning of change.

HAMTRAMCK, Mich. – Officials in Wayne County are calling a new piece of technology a game changer. County leaders held a press conference Thursday morning at the William Dickerson Detention Facility in Hamtramck to unveil new technology that aims to stop the spread of coronavirus in jails. The technology targets the COVID-19 particles that might be in the air, as well as other airborne particles that can cause people to become sick. County officials believe the tech is so groundbreaking that it can serve as an example that other agencies can follow too -- including schools, hospitals and more. “We’re going to attack COVID where it lurks in the air,” said Wayne County Sheriff Raphael Washington.

DETROIT – The new Wayne County sheriff, Raphael Washington, has served the region for decades and is looking forward to the years ahead. “I’m a 38-year law enforcement veteran and started with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office in 1983,” said Washington. More: Wayne County deputy chief appointed as sheriff, replacing beloved late Benny NapoleonOver the years and some pit stops along the way Washington worked his way to the top and is now the new sheriff. For a long time, he followed the lead of former Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon, soaking in his wisdom and advice. “I want to continue the work that we’re doing as it relates to the pandemic that’s going on and that’s the virus that’s spreading,” said Washington.

DETROIT – Wayne County Deputy Chief Raphael Washington has been appointed as the county’s new sheriff, replacing the beloved late Sheriff Benny Napoleon. “I congratulate Raphael Washington on his selection to be Sheriff of Wayne County. But I do look forward to working closely with our new sheriff on behalf of Wayne County. “I also want to thank Wayne County Chief Probate Judge Freddie Burton, Prosecutor Kym Worthy, and Clerk Cathy Garrett for their service in selecting our new sheriff.” Wayne County Executive Warren Evans“I congratulate Sheriff Washington on his appointment and am pleased that the panel had so many well-qualified candidates to choose from in making its selection. “I am confident Sheriff Washington will serve with honesty and integrity in upholding the office to the highest of standards, all the while having the best interest of Wayne County residents.” Wayne County Commission Chair Alisha Bell

DETROIT – A three-person panel is conducting interviews with 14 applicants for the appointment of Wayne County sheriff. County officials were accepting resumes three weeks after Sheriff Benny Napoleon died following a battle with COVID-19. UPDATE Jan. 15: Wayne County deputy chief appointed as sheriff, replacing beloved late Benny NapoleonThe panel consists of Chief Judge Freddie Burton, County Clerk Cathy Garrett and Prosecutor Kym Worthy. Applicants include Undersheriff Daniel Pfannes, as well as Charles Corley II and T.P. List of applicants for Wayne County sheriff: