Michigan lawmakers have approved new hate crime legislation to add protections and define criminal behavior more clearly, extending to attributes like sexual orientation and gender identity.

A man from Cedar Springs, Michigan, was arrested for thefts at several stores, changing appearance between heists. He faces charges of retail fraud and resisting arrest.

An 18-year-old bicyclist in Saginaw County was severely injured after a collision with a car while both were heading northbound. The incident is under investigation.

Firefighters in Grand Rapids quickly extinguished a serious fire at a two-story apartment, evacuating occupants and rescuing a dog; the cause is under investigation.

Charges were escalated against two ex-Warren officers for an alleged assault during a traffic stop. They face felonies for misconduct in office and other charges.

A Detroit man is charged with kidnapping and sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl after luring her to his home post-school. The child was found and is physically OK; the suspect is in custody.

Police in Detroit are searching for Richard Richardson, a 13-year-old boy, last seen leaving home without permission. Authorities are asking for public assistance.

A 78-year-old driver crashed her SUV into a dog groomer's shop in Michigan, causing property damage and minor injuries to an employee. Police are investigating the incident.

A grandmother is arrested for allegedly helping her granddaughter assault a fellow student in a school bathroom in Mt. Morris Township. She was at the school for a meeting about her granddaughter's behavior.

Caledonia High School was evacuated due to a gas leak, with students relocated and the school releasing them early. No injuries were reported as repairs were assessed.

West Ottawa High School received an anonymous threat, prompting local schools to shelter in place and the high school to dismiss early. The Ottawa County Sheriff's Office is investigating but considers the threat unfounded.

A Detroit mother was arrested for suspected DUI after leaving her children in a hotel lobby and driving intoxicated. Police found her after hotel security alerted them.

Mayor Duggan focused on neighborhood improvements in his 11th State of the City address, detailing Dexter Avenue's revival and strategies for removing abandoned cars.