Public Safety
102 storiesTypical coverage includes verified incident updates, public warnings, contextual explainers and what-we-know timelines, with attention to safety advisories and fire prevention. In Public Safety, follow-up centers on the next verifiable decision or milestone.
How Did a Gun Reach a Battle Creek Elementary School?
Police responded to Ann J. Kellogg Elementary School after a gun discharged inside a third-grade student's backpack on Sept. 22. No one was injured, but the key question remains unanswered: how did the child get the firearm?
Milford man awaits federal sentencing for directing child exploitation overseas
A Milford man has admitted in federal court to paying for the sexual abuse of children abroad. He faces up to 30 years in prison, with sentencing set for January in Detroit.
Michigan water utilities face new cybersecurity risks after recent attacks
Michigan's water utilities are under the microscope after a cyberattack hit operational technology nationwide. State agencies are now offering free cybersecurity risk checks to help utilities shore up defenses and protect residents.
Michigan House backs mandatory prison terms for child sexual crimes
The Michigan House has passed a bill that would force anyone convicted of first-degree criminal sexual conduct with a child to serve at least 15 years in prison. The plan also calls for tougher penalties for other sexual offenses and now heads to the Senate.
Farmington Hills resident admits guilt in federal child exploitation case
A 23-year-old man from Farmington Hills has pleaded guilty in federal court to making and possessing child sexual abuse material and joining a violent extremist group. Sentencing is set for January 2027 as the investigation continues.
Farmington Hills officer acquitted in off duty sexual assault case
A Farmington Hills police officer has been found not guilty of all charges after being accused of off duty sexual assault involving a police cadet in Wixom. The verdict opens the door for his possible return to the department.
Pinckney bus driver leads students to safety after storm traps school bus
A Pinckney Community Schools bus driver used emergency training to get six students out safely after their bus was blocked by fallen trees during a strong storm in Livingston County on September 3.
Michigan Supreme Court removes thousands from sex offender registry
Nearly 20,000 names have been wiped from Michigan's public sex offender registry after a Supreme Court ruling limited listings to crimes after July 1, 2011. The public list is now almost half its former size.
Detroit Hundred Club Honors Police and Firefighters at Annual Dinner
The Hundred Club of Detroit recognized local police officers and firefighters for acts of bravery during its 72nd annual dinner at the Detroit Athletic Club, highlighting the ongoing commitment of first responders to community safety.
Detroit Adult Day Care Operator Charged in $4.75M Medicare Fraud Case
A Detroit adult day care administrator faces federal charges after allegedly orchestrating a $4.75 million Medicare fraud scheme involving false psychotherapy claims at a center owned by his wife.
Power Outage Shuts Down Michigan State University Dining Halls and Events
A widespread power outage at Michigan State University in East Lansing closed all campus dining locations and canceled a scheduled performance at the Wharton Center on Saturday afternoon.
Farmington Hills crews clear debris after Labor Day storm knocks out power
Farmington Hills saw less damage than much of Oakland County after the September 3 storm, but city crews have spent days clearing downed trees and branches from roads while residents continue cleanup and wait for power to be restored.
Six Charged in Michigan COVID Loan Fraud Sweep Targeting $8 Million
Federal prosecutors have charged six individuals in Michigan with COVID-era loan fraud totaling $8.2 million as part of a national crackdown that has identified over $245 million in intended losses.
Former Oakland County Doctor Sentenced to Nine Years in Federal Prison
Lincoln Erickson of Farmington Hills was sentenced to 108 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to receiving child pornography. The case, prosecuted federally, requires sex offender registration and has drawn attention from local and regional authorities.
Sterling Heights Roundabout Has Most Crashes of Any Michigan Intersection in 2025
A roundabout in Sterling Heights saw more crashes than any other intersection in Michigan in 2025, according to new state police data. The report pinpoints where drivers are most likely to get into collisions.
Federal Court Orders Closure of Michigan Coal Plant After Illegal Extensions
A federal appeals court has ordered the J.H. Campbell coal plant in Michigan to shut down, ruling that repeated emergency orders to keep it open were unlawful. The decision ends years of delays that left local families paying extra costs and exposed to ongoing pollution.
Michigan Health Department Issues New Suicide Prevention Guidelines
A new report from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services outlines targeted strategies to address suicide, now the second leading cause of death for residents ages 10 to 34.
Saginaw and Homer intersection again leads Ingham County crash list for 2025
Three intersections near Frandor and US 127 in Lansing Township and Lansing top Ingham County's most dangerous list for 2025, with Saginaw Street and North Homer Street ranked first for the fifth year in a row.
Michigan Prisons to Add 870 High Security Beds in Major Expansion
The Michigan Department of Corrections is moving forward with projects to add 870 high-security beds across five facilities, aiming to improve safety, inmate placement and accessibility as part of its Safe Prisons Initiative.
Cloudflare Security Blocks Disrupt Access to Local Websites
Some users are being blocked from websites protected by Cloudflare, often after submitting certain data or forms. The block can affect anyone and usually requires contacting the site owner to resolve.
Michigan National Guard marks 25 years of post 9 11 readiness
The Michigan National Guard reflects on a quarter century of deployments and evolving responsibilities since 9 11, highlighting the ongoing demands on service members and their families across the state
Livonia halts new police headquarters project after funding collapse
Plans for a new Livonia police station have been shelved indefinitely after city officials confirmed that funding options have dried up and contracts with architects and builders have expired, leaving the 1961 facility in continued use
Michigan Candidates Push for Limits on Flock License Plate Cameras
Michigan lawmakers and candidates are calling for statewide rules on Flock Safety license plate cameras as concerns mount over privacy, data sharing and the rapid spread of surveillance technology across local communities
Two Bloomfield Township Boys Critically Hurt in E Motorcycle Crash
Two 13-year-olds from Bloomfield Township remain in critical condition after being struck by a Ford F-250 while riding an electric motorcycle through a crosswalk on South Telegraph Road on Labor Day
Oak Park Halts New Short Term Rental Licenses for Six Months
Oak Park has stopped issuing new short term rental licenses through February 2027 while city officials review safety rules and gather resident feedback after a fatal shooting at a rental property
Birmingham Expands Fall Activities With New Playground and STEM Events
Birmingham, Michigan is rolling out new family-friendly options this fall, including an inclusive playground at Poppleton Park, hands-on robotics classes, farmers market festivals and a fire department open house for kids and parents
West Bloomfield Schools Host Family Fun Night Honoring Local Heroes
West Bloomfield Schools will hold their 15th Annual Family Fun Night on September 18 at West Bloomfield High School, offering free activities and a tribute to military, police and fire personnel. The event runs from 5 to 7 p.m. and is open to all ages.
Oakland County Approves Funding to Keep Crisis Response Unit Operating
A $500000 allocation from Oakland County will keep the sheriff's Crisis Response Unit running through September 2027 after officials warned the program faced shutdown without new funding
West Nile Virus Confirmed in Dearborn Heights Man After Weeks of Uncertainty
A Dearborn Heights resident spent weeks hospitalized with severe encephalitis before doctors identified West Nile virus as the cause. The case highlights the risk of mosquito-borne illness in Michigan and the importance of early medical attention.
Michigan Candidates Demand Limits on Flock License Plate Cameras
Automated license plate readers operated by Flock Safety have become a flashpoint in Michigan's 2026 elections, with candidates from both parties urging new rules on data use and retention as the technology spreads across the state
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