The last of 10 defendants in a $5 million pandemic-related unemployment fraud scheme was sentenced, with all defendants ordered to repay stolen funds.

Deandre Patrick Lawrence pled no contest for shooting his ex-girlfriend's boyfriend on Christmas Day. The violent incident occurred after Lawrence brought gifts for his children.

A toxicology report revealed that driver Cedric Hayden Jr. had a high blood alcohol level when his car was hit by a Warren police cruiser, leading to two fatalities. Despite this, lawsuits are focused on the police officer's conduct.

A Michigan man pleads guilty to a hate crime for vandalizing a Black church with racist graffiti and faces up to one year in prison; sentencing is set for March 2025.

Teresa Houston, a 34-year-old missing woman with schizophrenia, was found safe after Detroit Police sought public help. Her disappearance had prompted a significant community search effort.

A Detroit man died after being hit by a semi-truck and a Ford Edge on the Southfield Freeway. His identity is withheld and the incident is under investigation.

The Detroit Police are searching for Dawn Neilson, a 37-year-old woman missing since Thanksgiving Day, last seen on W 7 Mile Rd. She has distinctive tattoos and was wearing a black jacket and sweatpants. Public assistance is requested.

A 14-year-old Detroit girl missing since August 12, Genesis Martinez-Baquedano, has been safely found, with details of her recovery not disclosed by police.

Quincy Lamar Bland is charged with human trafficking involving violence and drugs to control victims across Detroit area hotels. He was arrested in Oakland County and has a $100,000 bond.

Wayne County Prosecutor's Office rules fatal shooting by bailiff during Detroit eviction as justified self-defense.

Kimberly Casey Coden from Oakland County is sentenced for posing as a health professional and intimidating a witness, involving identity theft and fraudulent behavior.

A Norton Shores woman faces restitution issues in her animal cruelty case involving 80 dogs, with debates over whether shelter donations should offset her costs.

Detroit police and Child Protective Services are investigating reports of two teenagers repeatedly seen sleeping on a porch in harsh winter weather, with ongoing neighbor concerns and a refusal of help from one teen citing abuse.