Azuradee France was sentenced to 35-60 years for murdering her son, whose body was found in a freezer. She had admitted to second-degree murder as part of a plea deal.

A 12-year-old girl was hit by an SUV in Pennfield Township while chasing a ball into the street; her injuries were non-life-threatening. The driver, who attempted to brake, was not under the influence.

A man was arrested in Kalamazoo after a drug raid by KVET, which yielded over a pound of fentanyl and cocaine. The suspect is in jail, and the public is asked to report drug activity.

A 21-year-old man drowned in Kensington Lake, marking Oakland County's fourth recent drowning and tenth this year. Communication issues delayed the emergency response.

A man is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle in Kalamazoo; authorities investigate the incident.

Ex-NFL player Isaiah Buggs was sentenced to a year of hard labor, serving 60 days, for animal cruelty in Alabama. His ruling includes restrictions on owning pets and firearms.

Funeral services were held for Melvindale police Cpl. Mohamed Said, who was killed on duty, with broad community support and honors from fellow officers. Michael Lopez faces multiple charges for Said's death.

A historical marker was unveiled at the Algiers Motel site in Detroit to remember three Black teens killed by police in 1967, finally acknowledging the long-overlooked tragedy.

John Nousaine, 70, passed away scuba diving at a shipwreck in Lake Superior. His death is under investigation by park officials and the local sheriff's office.

A St. Clair Shores doctor was sentenced to 20 years for an opioid overdose death and for operating a "pill mill" that distributed millions of controlled substance doses.

The Detroit Free Press Marathon is sold out and introduces an elite runner category. Runners are warned against scammers selling fake race bibs. An official transfer process is in place for those still hoping to join.

A man named Charles Lee Weir was shot and killed at Fox Ridge Apartments in Kalamazoo, prompting a homicide investigation and a call for public assistance.

Flint police seek tips after Shanquice Love's fatal shooting at Travel Inn; $2,500 reward offered by Crime Stoppers for information leading to an arrest.