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Kalamazoo County Jail Under Investigation Over Lead and Copper in Water
Kalamazoo County Jail water testing reveals elevated lead and copper levels in some fixtures. Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says water should not be consumed but is safe for other uses. Investigation continues with more testing expected in late May.
May 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - crime
Warren Man Sentenced To 270 Days In Jail After Police Chase With 9-Year-Old Son In Car
A Warren man sentenced to 270 days in jail after a police chase that involved his 9-year-old son in the car. The driver pleaded no contest to child abuse and fleeing charges.
May 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Saginaw: Man Who Stole 911 Dispatcher Truck and Gun Faces 14 Charges After Shooting at Mobile Home Park
Marcus C. Johnson faces 14 felony charges after allegedly stealing a 911 dispatcher's truck and handgun, then shooting into two homes at Lawndale Estates mobile home park in Saginaw Township. A 71-year-old man was wounded. Johnson was released from jail hours before the alleged crime.
June 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - legislature
Michigan House Passes Bill to Ban Kratom, Synthetic Variants From Market
The Michigan House of Representatives approved House Bill 5537 on March 18, legislation that would make it illegal to manufacture, sell or distribute kratom and its synthetic variants across the state, with penalties including up to 90 days in jail for first offenses.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources