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Detroit Police Department taking steps to combat swatting
(CBS DETROIT) - The Detroit Police Department is taking steps to combat swatting after several attempts were made against Michigan officials, including most recently Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. "Swatting" is when an individual makes a false emergency call to prompt a heavy law enforcement response. In recent weeks, Rep. Elissa Slotkin and former Rep. Mike Rogers have been at the center of these incidents. Rogers and Slotkin are facing off in November for Michigan's open Senate seat. Slotkin said on Friday at a campaign event that addressing these swatting incidents comes down to accountability. "I think the most important thing is to deter people and show that if...
Metro Detroit's workforce crisis: 500,000 people who could work, but can't
Welcome back to Daily Detroit, your podcast for everything Metro Detroit!. Today, we’re talking about the crisis of talent attraction and retention in Southeast Michigan. With me is Jayme Powell, the executive director of the Detroit Regional Workforce Partnership. Jayme talks about how her organization connects employers with local schools and community partners to build a strong talent pool in Southeast Michigan.
Oakland County, Mich., Sheriff Declines to Review Shooting
(TNS) - The Oakland County Sheriff's Office declined to participate in a third-party review of its department's response to the 2021 Oxford High School attack as recently as January, county officials confirmed to The Detroit News. The review, typically undertaken by an outside agency to learn from the actions taken...
Judge Kenneth King who put teen in handcuffs & jail clothes for falling asleep in court on field trip pulled from bench
A MICHIGAN judge has been temporarily removed from the bench after forcing a young girl into jail clothes and handcuffs during a field trip. Detroit judge Kenneth King was removed from his court docket on Thursday to undergo “necessary training,” according to the Associated Press. It comes just two days after a group of teenagers […]
Judge hits 44th homer, Cole pitches Yankees past Tigers
DETROIT — Aaron Judge hit his major league-leading 44th home run and Gerrit Cole struck out eight in six innings as the New York Yankees beat the Detroit Tigers 3-0 on Friday night.Oswald Peraza also went deep in his first big league game this season for the Yankees, who improved to 4-0 against Detroit. New York, which began the day tied with Baltimore atop the AL East, won its third straight."It's a blessing to be a pitcher for the Yankees," Cole said. One game after hitting his 300th career home run, becoming by far the fastest player to reach the...
UAW president slams Stellantis CEO over job cuts, alleged price gouging
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain ratcheted up criticism of Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares in a video Friday afternoon. Fain accused the chief executive of price gouging consumers and failing to uphold parts of the union's labor contract with the automaker. The comments are the latest in an ongoing back-and-forth...
Teen Mom Prom For Mothers Who Missed Their Prom Due to Early Motherhood
Nationwide — A Girl Like Me Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering young girls and women, is excited to announce its 3rd Annual Teen Mom Prom, which will take place on August 24, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. This unique event is for mothers aged 17 to 100 who missed their high school prom due to early motherhood, providing them with an opportunity to experience this significant milestone.
Famous ’Wienermobile’ visits Mid-Michigan
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - There was quite the photo opportunity at Kroger in Jackson as the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile made an appearance to promote a big weekend of NASCAR at Michigan International Speedway. Besides selfies, there was also a dice game offering chances to win free bacon. It is one...
McLaren Health confirms ransomware attack, says recovery will last through August
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - McLaren Health confirmed the recent cyber attack was a ransomware attack, the company said on Friday. The attack affected 13 hospitals, cancer centers, surgery centers and clinics. The recovery process is expected to last through August. Access to certain systems is still limited, the statement reads.
Former Yankees standout gets DFA’d by his new team
A former standout player for the New York Yankees is still not having much success elsewhere in the AL. The Detroit Tigers announced on Friday that they have designated veteran infielder Gio Urshela for assignment. LHP Easton Lucas is also being DFA’d as Detroit calls up infielders Jace Jung and Trey Sweeney from AAA Toledo.... The post Former Yankees standout gets DFA’d by his new team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Michigan Starting Lineup: August 2024 (NASCAR Xfinity Series)
NASCAR Xfinity Series starting positions for Michigan International Speedway. NASCAR Xfinity Series drivers are unloaded in Brooklyn, Michigan. The 2-mile of Michigan International Speedway is set to host a round of practice and qualifying. View the Michigan starting lineup for the NASCAR Xfinity Series below. Michigan Menu. ARCA: Race. Xfinity:...
US Border Patrol: Michigan Residents Should Watch the Great Lakes for Suspicious Activity
Many Michiganders plan weekend and summer getaways to spend some time along the state's Great Lakes. We don't really think about the fact that many of these lakes are also potential ports of entry, legal or otherwise, as the lakes border Canada. The US Border Patrol has signs posted at...
Severe t-storms in Michigan today? Timing of 2 lines of storms should be on our side
There is a chance of severe thunderstorms today over Lower Michigan. The timing of two lines of thunderstorms should minimize the threat to just an isolated coverage on severe storms. Let’s get updated on when and where strong thunderstorms are possible. The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) just sent us...
Pharmacist blamed for deaths in US meningitis outbreak will plead no contest in Michigan case
DETROIT, Michigan — A Massachusetts pharmacist charged with murder in the deaths of 11 Michigan residents from a 2012 U.S. meningitis outbreak has agreed to plead no contest to involuntary manslaughter, according to an email sent to families and obtained Friday by The Associated Press. The deal with Glenn...
Focus West Michigan for 8-16-24
Today on Focus West Michigan: Michigan schools are getting millions of dollars to fight the mental health crisis among students, a new children’s rehabilitation hospital is being built in Grand Rapids, a look at this weekend’s new films and more state and West Michigan news. Transcripts are provided...
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