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Man who pleaded guilty in Matthew Perry’s death has ties to Michigan
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - A man with Michigan roots admitted to giving actor Matthew Perry the overdose of ketamine that killed him. Kenneth Iwamasa, 59, was Perry’s live-in personal assistant. He pleaded guilty to Conspiracy to Distribute Ketamine Causing Death. His LinkedIn profile shows he went to Lansing Community College in the 80s and graduated from high school in Midland. He’s one of five people charged in Perry’s death—two are doctors.
Michigan congressman urges probe into security concerns with Chinese routers
(The Center Square) – A Michigan congressman has called on the Department of Commerce to launch a probe into Chinese Wi-Fi routers sold in America, citing their use in recent hacking attempts traced to the People’s Republic of China. Chairman John Moolenaar, R-Mich, of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party submitted a letter this week with Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill. ...
First MVAA veteran service officer to be positioned at a Michigan university
New Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency veteran service officer Steven Strzelecki, is available by appointment to assist veterans in southeast Michigan apply for benefits and services they earned while serving in the military. LANSING, Mich. – This week, the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) in partnership with the University of Michigan-Dearborn...
Michigan Secretary of State targeted by swatting
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson revealed that she was targeted by false emergency calls designed to send armed police to her Detroit home. In a social media statement, Benson described the incidents as so-called “swatting attacks,” where prank callers report fake emergencies to provoke a police response.
Scattered storms, showers to hit West Michigan Friday afternoon into the weekend
MICHIGAN, USA — Multiple rounds of storms paired with heavy rainfall will put West Michigan at a marginal risk for severe weather Friday afternoon into Saturday. Expected hazards with this system include damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph and large hail up to 1 inch. Localized flooding along...
Major Home Improvement Chain Shutters 94 Stores including Michigan
LL Flooring - which you probably know by its former name Lumber Liquidators - has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The chain currently owns and operates locations in 47 US states. LL Flooring Closing Stores in Michigan. The flooring company announced earlier this week that it plans to shutter 94...
Prominent 2020 election denier seeks GOP nod for Michigan Supreme Court race
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — A Donald Trump ally who faces felony charges of trying to illegally access and tamper with voting machines is seeking the Republican nomination for the highest court in Michigan, an epicenter of efforts to overturn the 2020 election. In June, attorney Matthew DePerno announced his...
Golfers hit the links to support Woodhaven Kiwanis service projects, raise thousands
Years ago, when the Woodhaven Kiwanis Golf Outing was a struggling gathering, one man in particular stepped in and energized the entire event, turning it into a gathering that brings in thousands for the group. Kiwanians say that man was Chris Cassette, who actually was a police sergeant with the...
Michigan Drivers Have Been Puzzled For Decades by This Detroit Area Freeway
Millions of drivers in the Detroit area use Interstate 275 and many of them share the same question, 'Why does the highway signs point to Flint when I-275 doesn't go anywhere near Flint?'. It's an interesting question and one that delves into highway planning and local objections to freeway routing.
Wayne State And The Wednesday Drop Off – Will Big Jim Cry?
Just as a point of reference, it’s 8am on Saturday morning – I’m sitting at the kitchen table with a cup of coffee and some eggs, thinking about dropping off our son Adam at Wayne State on Wednesday. Am I dreading the “College Drop Off”? Not really. Not this time.
Detroit police want help finding missing 24-year-old man
DETROIT – Police are seeking information about a 24-year-old man who went missing in Detroit. Michael Ellis did not return home in the 8200 block of Asbury Park after visiting a facility on Friday (Aug. 16). He was last seen wearing a blue and white tie-dye long sleeve shirt,...
CriticLEE Speaking: 'Alien: Romulus' is a new voyage not far from its mothership
This week, FOX 2's Lee Thomas and The Detroit News' Adam Graham review "Alien: Romulus," "Dìdi," "Sing Sing" and more. "Alien: Romulus" is the seventh movie in the "Alien" franchise -- while the film has an all new cast, they head to a familiar abandoned outpost floating in space.
Voter fraud investigation underway in St. Clair Shores
ST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. (FOX 2) - Four people are accused of voting twice at Precincts 7, 15 and 16 in St. Clair Shores, sparking an investigation. "We’re not going to put up with it," said Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini. "If there’s definitely fraud involved they’ll be prosecuted."
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...
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 […]
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.
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