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Crime & Emergencies in ...
Endi Bala was arraigned for attempted child abductions in Macomb County; he faces multiple charges, and interventions by residents prevented the kidnappings.
A 73-year-old Detroit man eating chicken wings while driving rear-ended a state trooper's car; no injuries were reported, but he was cited for distracted driving.
A 15-year-old boy drowned in Smith Lake, Oscoda County. Despite a search effort, he was later pronounced dead. Grief counselors are provided at his school.
A teenager was injured after a boat hit Holland's South Pier; the operator and two other women were on board. The navigational beacon was functioning.
Politics & Govt in ...
Michigan AG Dana Nessel launches "Operation Survivor Justice" with partners to extradite and prosecute sexual assault suspects who have fled Michigan.
A Shelby Township Police pilot program led to the arrest of three adults and a teen for using counterfeit money at Ulta Beauty. They were found with fake bills and stolen guns.
Employees at a Dearborn jewelry store were unharmed after a robbery was interrupted by an employee firing at the suspects, who then fled. Police are requesting public assistance.
Community & Society in ...
Carsilius Media BV is suing Michigan State University for using their content, including Hitler's image in a quiz, without permission during a football game. They seek $150,000 in damages.
Two kayakers were rescued from the Kalamazoo River after their vessels overturned. Only one had a life jacket. Authorities warn of the river's dangers, particularly its strong currents.
Two teens were caught on video igniting a firework on an Ada Township woman's porch, damaging her home and alarming her family. The incident is under investigation.
A woman in Westland is charged with hitting multiple cars and injuring a pedestrian while under the influence, with a motive linked to an ex-boyfriend.
I-94 eastbound in Dearborn reopened after a crash involving four semis and a car, causing a truck fire and steel spill, with lanes cleared in the evening.
Detroit Police seek help finding Victorihonest Edwards, 13, missing since August 10 from Yorkshire's 4400 block, described as a Black female, last wearing a Mickey Mouse hoodie and black Crocs.
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