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
A judge has ruled that a teenager accused of killing a Traverse City parking services worker is competent to stand trial. The decision was announced Friday during a hearing in Grand Traverse County’s 86th District Court involving 17-year-old Eugene Thompson. His next court appearance is scheduled for March 20. Thompson and another suspect, 18-year-old Hunter … Read more
The city of Flint is facing more than $1 million in repair costs after a stolen backhoe was used to damage several structures last year, including a sewage lift station that now needs to be replaced. City officials say the incident caused more than $1.2 million in damage. Flint City Council members are being asked … Read more
Two people died in a two-vehicle crash Friday evening on Ann Arbor-Saline Road near Blue Grass Lane in Lodi Township, according to the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said the crash prompted a large emergency response, with two ambulances and multiple police units arriving at the scene. One of the vehicles involved was seen heavily … Read more
A suspect has been arrested in connection with vandalism at Swartz Creek High School, according to school district officials. Authorities say the building was spray-painted overnight between March 5 and March 6. The Metro Police Authority investigated the incident and later located and arrested a suspect. School officials said at no time were students or … Read more
A Michigan couple accused of killing a pregnant woman and cutting her unborn baby from her womb will undergo mental competency evaluations before their murder case moves forward in court. Attorneys for Cortney and Bradly Bartholomew requested the exams during a court appearance Friday in Wexford County’s 84th District Court. The hearing had been scheduled … Read more