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Detroit Man Sentenced in Metro Detroit Auto Theft Ring Case

Caesar Cooper, 25, of Detroit, received a five to 20 year prison sentence for his role in a large-scale auto theft ring targeting vehicles across Metro Detroit between 2023 and 2025, according to Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel

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Whitmer Opposes Consumers Energy Plan to Sell 13 Michigan Dams

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has formally objected to Consumers Energy's proposed sale of 13 hydropower dams to a private equity firm, warning the deal could shift long-term safety and financial risks onto Michigan taxpayers if approved.

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Cheshire Police Department Opens Applications for Full-Time Officers

The Cheshire Police Department in Connecticut is seeking applicants for full-time police officer positions, including both entry-level and POST-certified lateral transfers. Applications must be submitted by September 10, 2026.

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Family Escapes Farmington Hills House Fire Sparked by Lightning

A lightning strike ignited a fire at a Morningview Street home in Farmington Hills early Monday, prompting a swift response from firefighters and allowing a family of four to evacuate safely without injuries.

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Vandalism Targets License Plate Cameras as Michigan Debates Privacy

Communities across Michigan are seeing a rise in vandalism of police license plate cameras as lawmakers consider new regulations and residents voice concerns about surveillance and data privacy

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Michigan Law Blocks License Points for Automated Traffic Tickets

Michigan drivers caught by automated cameras in work zones or passing stopped school buses will face fines but not license points under a new state law. The change aims to address privacy concerns and insurance impacts as camera enforcement expands.

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New Water Watch Center Offers Cyber Support for Small Utilities

A new Water Watch Center has launched to help small water utilities defend against cyberattacks, as recent incidents in multiple states raise concerns about threats to local water systems

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Twin Falls Police Restrict License Plate Data After Immigration Searches

Twin Falls, Idaho, police have ended outside agency access to their license plate reader network after records showed hundreds of immigration-related searches, raising questions about compliance with state law and local policy.

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