Sterling Heights, MI, is named the safest large city in the state for 2023, with significant drops in violent and property crime rates, according to city data and NIBRS. Mayor and Police Chief credit strong community-police relations.

Former pharmaceutical executive Theodore Toloff was sentenced to a year and a day in prison for providing false financial documents to a bank, with a restitution of $1.3 million.

Dr. Oumair Aejaz from Rochester Hills faces 17 new felony charges, including sexual assault of a 6-year-old, based on Oakland County Prosecutor's Office's allegations.

Michigan police found over two pounds of cocaine and two homemade bombs in a Benton Township bust, leading to Robert Sharp Jr.'s arrest on drug and explosive charges.

Michigan State Police used helicopter support to apprehend two suspects fleeing separate traffic stops, leading to felony charges, illustrated in ClickOnDetroit's video and the MSP’s tweets.

Jacob J. Calleja was fatally struck by an SUV in Erie Township; driver Brian Goldberg and passengers were unharmed. Alcohol and speed not believed to be factors.

Firefighters in Portage responded to an apartment fire caused by smoking in bed; one civilian declined treatment, and a firefighter sustained minor injuries.

César E. Chávez Avenue in Grand Rapids reopens after a $7.5 million project enhancing road, water systems, and aesthetics, with local celebrations and promotions.

Detroit police are actively searching for Dalerico Martin in connection with a fatal shooting on Hoover Road. The motive is unclear, and Martin is considered "armed and dangerous." A $1,000 reward is offered for information leading to his arrest.

Timothy Holden was shot dead by Kalamazoo officers following a standoff, precipitated by threatening calls and violent history. Officers, fearing a public threat, confronted and shot Holden, who had a gun and was barred from owning firearms.

Two people died after their car ran a stop sign and collided with a semi-truck in Monterey Township. The incident caused the truck to overturn, spilling milk and closing the intersection for hours.

Macomb County Finance Director Steve Smigiel announces retirement plans for early 2025 after over three decades of service, aiming for a smooth transition to a new successor.

An Oakland County doctor pleaded guilty to insurance fraud and agreed to pay over $450,000 in restitution for collecting disability payments while working.