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 man accused of kidnapping a Louisville mother and her two children before forcing them to withdraw money from a bank has been ruled incompetent to stand trial. According to court records, 32-year-old Armond Langford was found “currently incompetent,” though a doctor determined there is a substantial probability he could be restored to competency within … Read more
Lawmakers in the Kentucky House of Representatives have approved a bill that would provide emergency response pay for members of the Kentucky National Guard when they are deployed during disasters. House Bill 364 would allow Guard members to receive hazard pay when they are called to active duty after the governor declares a state of … Read more
A longtime federal judge in Kentucky has been selected as the next dean of the University of Kentucky J. David Rosenberg College of Law. Gregory Van Tatenhove recently accepted the position and is expected to begin July 1, pending approval from the University of Kentucky Board of Trustees, according to an announcement from university leaders. … Read more
Authorities have charged a second man with murder in connection with a fight that left a man dead earlier this week in Perry County, Kentucky. According to the Perry County Sheriff’s Office, 49-year-old Brian Smith of Hazard, Kentucky was arrested Friday and charged in the death of 27-year-old Ryan Huff. Huff was found with a … Read more
A strong Santa Ana wind event is expected to impact much of Southern California through the weekend, bringing powerful gusts, warm temperatures and the potential for hazardous conditions. Meteorologists say winds began developing Friday and are expected to peak Saturday morning. The event has prompted a Next Weather Alert across the region through Sunday. According … Read more
A woman found dead at a homeless encampment in South Los Angeles has been identified by authorities. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner said the victim was 36-year-old Claudia Guerrero. Deputies with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department discovered Guerrero’s body late Wednesday night in a makeshift encampment on 87th Street near Vermont Avenue after … Read more