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Convicted Child Sex Offender Found Dead at Michigan Prison, Homicide Investigation Underway
Michigan State Police are investigating the death of 73-year-old inmate Daniel Keith Hosmer at the Macomb Correctional Facility as a homicide. The prisoner, serving a sentence for sexual offenses against children, died after lifesaving measures proved unsuccessful.
April 26, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
University of Michigan Opens Investigation Into Regent's Alleged Sexual Slack Messages
University of Michigan Board of Regents opening investigation into Regent Jordan Acker's alleged sexual Slack messages as he faces primary challenge from Amir Makled
April 21, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson Files 26,752 Signatures to Run for Michigan Governor
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson has filed 26,752 signatures to qualify for the Michigan governor's ballot, joining Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Mayor Tom Leonard in the Democratic primary field.
April 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan Lawmakers Push for Epstein Investigation Into Interlochen Center
Michigan lawmakers are pushing for a bipartisan investigation into connections between convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and the Interlochen Center for the Arts, which Epstein donated nearly half a million dollars to and built a lodge named after himself.
April 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
50-Year-Old Bay City Man Found Partially Submerged in Saginaw River in Zilwaukee Township
A 50-year-old Bay City man was found partially submerged in the Saginaw River in Zilwaukee Township on Thursday afternoon. The Saginaw County Medical Examiner will perform an autopsy to determine cause of death.
3h ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Michigan Election Clerk Victoria Bishop Faces State Investigation Over Alleged Voter Registration Purge
Michigan Bureau of Elections sends formal letter to Antrim County Clerk Victoria Bishop demanding explanation after reports she improperly canceled and changed voter registrations in violation of state election law.
April 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Body Found Partially Submerged in Saginaw River Near Crow Island State Game Area
A 50-year-old Bay City man was found dead in the Saginaw River near Crow Island State Game Area. The Saginaw County Sheriff's Office said foul play is not believed to be a factor.
18h ago·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 - 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.
3d 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.
4d ago·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Human remains found during missing persons search on Detroit's east side
Human remains were found during a missing persons search on Detroit's east side. Police say the remains are not connected to the active investigation and are now treating it as a homicide case.
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.
May 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Michigan Youth Treatment Center Opens Unprepared, Faces Staff Assaults and Calls to Close
The Michigan Youth Treatment Center in Mount Clemens faced staffing shortages, inadequate training and youth violence months before an MLive investigation documented operational failures. State lawmakers have called for closure, but MDHHS refuses to shut down the facility despite safety concerns.
April 23, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Cities Weighing Renaming Streets and Schools Named After César Chavez Following Abuse Allegations
Michigan cities including Lansing, Grand Rapids, Pontiac and Flint are considering renaming streets and schools named after César Chávez after a New York Times investigation alleged the labor leader sexually abused young girls in the 1970s.
April 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Swanson, Benson Submit Petitions for Contested Michigan Gubernatorial Primary
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson submit petition signatures for contested Democratic governor primary in August
April 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - courts
Michigan Communities Still Sitting on Millions in Opioid Settlement Funds Three Years Later
More than three years after Michigan communities began receiving millions from an opioid lawsuit settlement, some local governments are only now preparing to begin disbursing funds, with nearly $90 million still unspent according to a recent investigation.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources