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Michigan Senate Committee Advances Violent Crime Clearance Act Amid Calls for More Resources
Michigan Senate Committee passes Violent Crime Clearance Act to help law enforcement solve more violent crimes through additional resources and technology upgrades
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan House Passes Tougher Penalties for Cargo Theft as Truckers Battle Organized Crime
Michigan House passed two bills enhancing criminal penalties for cargo theft to combat organized crime targeting truckers in Detroit and across the state. The legislation could add up to 10 years in prison for convicted offenders and is now awaiting Senate consideration.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Lawmakers Push Stricter Penalties for Cargo Theft as Organized Crime Targets State Businesses
Michigan House Representatives introduced two companion bills to enhance criminal penalties for cargo theft, with proposals allowing prosecutors to seek up to 10 additional years in prison for convicted offenders. The bills have moved to the Senate for consideration after passing the House with bipartisan support.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan House Passes Bills to Crank Up Cargo Theft Penalties to 20 Years
Michigan lawmakers have passed bills that would increase cargo theft penalties to up to 20 years in prison, responding to what industry leaders say is an escalating organized crime problem targeting truckers and businesses across the state.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - crime
Flint Groom Sentenced to 30 Years for Killing Best Friend on Wedding Night
A Flint man who married then ran over his best friend on their wedding day faces at least 30 years in prison for second-degree murder
1d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - crime
Two teenagers hospitalized after shooting in Kalamazoo's Northside neighborhood
Two teenagers were hospitalized after a shooting in Kalamazoo's Northside neighborhood Tuesday evening. Police say no arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing.
6d ago·Michigan Capitol·1 source - crime
Battle Creek man Ronald Jamierson released from hospital after shooting injury last Sunday
Battle Creek basketball coach Ronald Jamierson was released from the hospital after a shooting outside a Springfield bar last Sunday. He says about a third of one calf muscle had to be removed.
May 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - crime
Suspect Arrested in Fatal Hit-and-Run That Killed Man in Kalamazoo
Suspect arrested in Tennessee faces second-degree murder charges in connection with fatal hit-and-run that killed Mark McBride in Kalamazoo in March
May 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - crime
Vehicle Crashes Into Quality Dairy Store in Lansing, Driver Fled Scene
A vehicle crashed into a Quality Dairy store in Lansing early Tuesday morning and the driver fled the scene. Police are investigating and no injuries have been reported.
May 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - crime
Fatal Hit-and-Run Victim Mark McBride Identified, Suspect Vehicle Recovered in Galesburg
Fatal hit-and-run victim Mark McBride, 51, identified as Kalamazoo resident who worked for MDHHS; suspect vehicle recovered in Galesburg, investigation ongoing
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - crime
Woman Arrested After Early Morning Shooting in Oshtemo Township Apartment Leaves Man With Non-Life-Threatening Wound
A 41-year-old woman is in custody after a shooting at an Oshtemo Township apartment building left a 31-year-old man with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to his leg early Saturday morning.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Two SUVs strike 60-year-old pedestrian in Pontiac, victim dragged for half-mile before death
A 60-year-old pedestrian died after being struck by two SUVs in Pontiac on Sunday night. Deputies say the victim was dragged for about a half mile and are seeking information from the public to identify the drivers.
1d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Traverse City Woman Charged With Hiding Stolen Wine in Body Cavity
A 48-year-old Traverse City woman faces charges of retail fraud and smuggling after police found a bottle of stolen Chardonnay hidden in her body cavity following a store arrest.
1d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Warren Registered Sex Offender Charged With Attempted Coercion After Chatting With Undercover Agent Posing as Minor Girl
Shawn Michael Smith, 32, of Warren faces federal charges for attempted coercion after chatting with an undercover agent posing as a minor girl. Smith is a registered sex offender on parole with a prior conviction for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old child.
2d ago·Michigan Capitol·1 source - legislature
Michigan Trucking-Backed Cargo Theft Bills Would Allow 10-Year Prison Sentences for Organized Criminal Networks
Michigan House passes bills allowing up to 10-year consecutive prison sentences for cargo theft tied to organized international criminal networks, with measures now in the Senate Transportation Committee.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - budget
Whitmer Asked for Help as Genesee County Prosecutor's Office Faces 21 Layoffs
State Sen. John Cherry asked Governor Whitmer for work project funds to prevent 21 layoffs in Genesee County Prosecutor's Office as High-Crime Community Support Grant funding runs dry.
April 18, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - courts
Genesee County Prosecutor Faces Layoffs as State Grant Funding Runs Dry
Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton faces potential layoffs of 21 employees as state grant funding for the High-Crime Community Support Grant program runs dry, despite promises of continuous annual funding.
April 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - courts
Michigan Supreme Court Weighs Juvenile Lifer Resentencing in Cases That Could Redefine Long-Term Sentences
Michigan Supreme Court hears two cases challenging whether lengthy prison terms for crimes committed as children violate the state constitution
April 14, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court Weighs Juvenile Lifer Sentences as Prosecutors Push for Renewed Prison Terms
Michigan Supreme Court justices consider cases that could redefine sentencing for young people convicted of crimes, with prosecutors pushing for renewed prison terms while defense attorneys argue the court must establish clear sentencing boundaries.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court to Decide Whether 50-Year Sentence for Juvenile Murder Constitutes Life in Prison
The Michigan Supreme Court is weighing whether a 50-year prison term for a crime committed while the defendant was 16 constitutes a de facto life sentence. The court also decided on a separate case involving Fifth Amendment rights for juvenile resentencing.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - crime
Detroit Murder Fugitive Captured After 32 Years On The Run
Richard Werstine, wanted since 1993 for the murder of Detroit rocker Rodney Barger, was captured in Panama and returned to face charges in Wayne County after more than three decades on the run.
1d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - crime
Three Family Members Found Dead After Capsized Fishing Boat in Saginaw Bay
Three Whitmer family members from Beaverton were found dead after their fishing boat capsized in Saginaw Bay. The Coast Guard and Michigan DNR conducted a two-day search before locating the victims on Wednesday morning.
1d ago·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - crime
Arson Suspect Arrested After Fire Damages Popular Southwest Detroit Grocery Store Before Opening
A suspect is in custody after an arson fire damaged a Southwest Detroit grocery store before it opened for business Monday.
2d ago·Michigan Capitol·1 source - crime
Four shot, two hit by vehicles at post-prom party in Muskegon County, police say
Police in Muskegon County are investigating a shooting and vehicle attacks at a post-prom party that left four people shot and two others injured Saturday night.
2d ago·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - crime
Saginaw Skateboarder Dies After Being Hit by Truck in Early Morning Crash
A 22-year-old Saginaw skateboarder died on scene after being hit by a truck in an early morning crash near Davenport Avenue and No. Oakley Street.
6d ago·Michigan Capitol·1 source - crime
Warren man charged with demanding ransom for family's missing dog
A Warren man is charged with demanding ransom payment from a family for their missing Alaskan Klee-Ka dog, which he knew belonged to someone else.
May 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - crime
Felon pleads to lesser charges after shooting woman outside Pontiac apartment complex
A felon accused of shooting a woman outside the Newman Court Apartments in Pontiac pleaded to lesser charges after a deal dropped a count of assault with intent to murder and added assault with intent to do great bodily harm.
May 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - crime
Two schools close in Grand Rapids after deadly shooting sparked by soccer dispute
Two people died in a shooting Tuesday night in Southwest Grand Rapids after a suspect was turned away from joining a soccer game. The incident led to the closure of Southwest Elementary and Southwest Middle High School.
May 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources