Nik Joly, a prominent LGBTQ rights advocate in Jackson whose later criminal conviction divided the community, has died at the age of 61. Police discovered Joly dead on Feb. 24 in his home after a therapist requested a welfare check when he missed a scheduled appointment. According to Lt. Pete Postma of the Jackson Police … Read more
Lawmakers in Lansing are once again attempting to establish statewide rules for septic systems in Michigan, aiming to address long-standing concerns about water quality. Members of the state Senate’s natural resources committee recently heard testimony on Senate Bill 771, which proposes uniform standards for the design, installation, inspection and maintenance of residential septic systems. The … Read more
Family and friends are remembering William “Bill” Akers, one of several people killed when a powerful tornado struck near Union City on March 6. Akers, 63, died while visiting neighbors for a card game when the tornado tore through the area near Union Lake in Branch County. Two of his neighbors, PPenni Jo Guthrie, 65, … Read more
Fire crews worked for several hours Monday night to contain a blaze at a recycling facility in Kalamazoo. The fire was reported around 8:30 p.m. at Kalamazoo Metal Recyclers, where thick black smoke could be seen rising into the sky from the scene. According to officials, the fire was mainly contained to an outdoor pile … Read more
A powerful EF3 tornado left a home in ruins near Union Lake in Union City after violent storms swept through the area on March 6. Homeowner Chris Henke said the property, where he had planned to retire with his wife, was likely a total loss after the storm tore through the area. The couple was … Read more
A woman who says she was threatened by former football coach Sherrone Moore is calling on University of Michigan to investigate the situation, claiming she endured years of manipulation, harassment and exploitation. Paige Shiver said she felt pressured and intimidated while working for Moore, who held significant influence over her professional life, according to a … Read more
Police departments in Dearborn and Sterling Heights are deploying drones as first responders, using aerial technology that officials say can reach emergency scenes quickly and provide officers with a real-time view before they arrive. The programs allow police to launch drones to a variety of incidents, including suspicious activity, traffic crashes, missing persons searches and … Read more
Officials in Genesee County have filed animal cruelty charges against a couple after authorities discovered dozens of animals living in poor conditions at a home in Flint Township. According to investigators, more than 60 dogs and three cats were seized from the residence during an animal hoarding investigation. A 65-year-old man and a 61-year-old woman … Read more
A 23-year-old driver was killed early Sunday morning after their vehicle crashed into a tow truck along Interstate 96 in Detroit, according to Michigan State Police. Troopers said the crash occurred around 3 a.m. on March 8 on eastbound I-96 near Outer Drive. Investigators believe the driver of a sedan lost control of the vehicle … Read more
A juvenile was injured in a shooting Saturday night at a Dave & Buster’s in Kentwood, according to police. Officers responded around 8:30 p.m. on March 7 to the entertainment venue on 28th Street after receiving reports of a shooting. When they arrived, they found a juvenile suffering from injuries. First responders provided aid at … Read more