Nation Jun 19 Americans reflect on end of slavery for Juneteenth Monday’s federal holiday commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned they had been freed — two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued during the bloody Civil War.
Politics Mar 23 Oxford school shooter’s parents can face involuntary manslaughter trial The Michigan Court of Appeals says the parents of a teenager who killed four students at a high school can face trial for involuntary manslaughter. The groundbreaking case involves criminal responsibility for the acts of a child.
Nation Feb 27 5 days after severe ice storm, some in Michigan still lack power A new storm teeming with freezing rain and strong winds is socking Michigan. It's a fresh challenge for crews that have been trying to restore electricity to thousands of people who have been in the dark since ice snapped lines…
Politics Dec 15 3 men receive prison time for helping Gov. Whitmer kidnap plot Three men who forged an early alliance with the leader of a plot to kidnap Michigan's governor have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms for assisting him in 2020.
Politics Dec 09 Judge dismisses Flint water crisis charges against former Michigan governor The Republican was charged with misdemeanor misconduct in office for allegedly failing to supervise the officials who allowed Flint's water to become tainted with lead.
Nation Nov 29 Oxford school shooting trial delayed by appeal ahead of 1 year anniversary The Michigan Supreme Court on Tuesday postponed the January trial for the parents of the teenager who killed four students at his high school, a victory for defense lawyers who argue that involuntary manslaughter charges don't fit.
Nation Nov 15 Life sentence sought for teen in Oxford school shooting A first-degree murder conviction typically brings an automatic life prison sentence in Michigan. But teenagers are entitled to a hearing where their lawyer can argue for a shorter term and an opportunity for parole.
Nation Oct 26 Jury finds 3 men guilty of supporting plot to kidnap Michigan’s Gov. Whitmer Joe Morrison, Pete Musico and Paul Bellar were found guilty Wednesday of providing “material support” for a terrorist act as members of a paramilitary group, the Wolverine Watchmen.
Nation Oct 21 Oxford school shooter to plead guilty, Michigan prosecutor says David Williams, chief assistant prosecutor in Oakland County, says Ethan Crumbley is expected to plead guilty to all 24 charges. The 16-year-old is due in court Monday.
Nation Oct 04 Judge dismisses charges against 7 people in Flint water crisis A judge has dismissed charges against seven people in the Flint water scandal, including two former state health officials blamed for deaths from Legionnaires' disease.