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Ingrid Andress, from Southfield, says she was drunk during panned MLB anthem performance
After a widely panned performance of the U.S. national anthem at the MLB Home Run Derby, country singer and Michigan native Ingrid Andress apologized Tuesday and said she was drunk. “I'm checking myself into a facility today to get the help I need,” she wrote in an Instagram post. “That...
O’Dowd reopened and Carpenter named head of med school
A $9.7 million, 15-month renovation of O’Dowd Hall was unveiled last week at Oakland University. Dr. Christopher Carpenter, the new dean of OU’s William Beaumont School of Medicine, was on hand at the ribbon cutting to reopen the renovated building that houses the medical school, offices for faculty and staff and registrar.
Psych evaluation: Woman accused of killing child is competent to stand trial
A Southfield woman accused of killing her friend’s young child in Detroit has been found to be competent to stand trial, according to a recent competency evaluation. Iesha Harris, 30, faces charges of felony murder and first-degree child abuse in connection with the death of 3-year-old Harmoni Henderson. It’s alleged Harris fatally assaulted the child while babysitting her at a home in the 15700 block of Southfield Road. The child was privately transported to a local hospital where she was pronounced dead on March 17, officials said.
Court orders Metro Detroit coney islands to pay overtime, keep records
The U.S. Department of Labor said Tuesday it has received a consent preliminary injunction against the operator of several Leo’s Coney Island franchise restaurants in Michigan accused of breaking overtime regulations and not paying employees properly. U.S. District Court Judge Judith E. Levy of the Eastern District of Michigan...
New charges filed against Clinton Twp. man accused of shooting mother, brother
Additional charges have been leveled against a Clinton Township man accused of fatally shooting his mother and mortally wounding his brother on July 5, the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office said Monday. Corey Deyshaun Cook, 24, was already facing charges of first-degree murder, two counts of using a firearm during the...
Clinton Twp. says ‘substantial’ problems persist with new trash collection company
Two weeks after having their residential trash service sold, Clinton Township officials say the new company remains behind schedule in picking up refuse but they are hopeful things will soon get back to normal. Clinton Township-based Priority Waste purchased GLF Environmental residential waste collection service that was finalized June 30....
Woman, her son plea to charges in connection with Emilio Valdez murder
A Pontiac woman and one of her sons recently pleaded to charges in connection with the 2018 slaying of Emilio Valdez —- a homicide her other son was recently convicted of in Oakland County Circuit Court. Guadalupe Davila-Rodriguez and Juan Diego Hernandez of Center Line had been scheduled for...
‘Shrek the Musical Jr.’ carries the message of acceptance
Stagecrafters Youth Theatre is gearing up to present “Shrek the Musical Jr.” at the Baldwin Theatre in downtown Royal Oak from July 19-28. “Shrek the Musical Jr.” is based on the DreamWorks Animation film and the book by William Steig. It tells the tale of an unlikely hero, Shrek, an ogre who’s a bit grumpy, but lovable. He finds himself on the unlikely mission of rescuing Princess Fiona, and themes of friendship, bravery and self-acceptance abound.
Roseville leaning on Todario Payne’s experience at the point to battle in MAC Red
It’s every basketball coach’s dream to have an experienced point guard running his offense. Roseville coach Greg Boler is living that dream. Todario Payne is entering his fourth season running the point for the Panthers and his presence gives Roseville hopes of improving on last year’s 7-3 second-place record in the Macomb Area Conference Red Division.
Road Department: Expansion of Garfield Road in Fraser to begin next week
A $7 million plan to reconstruct and expand a one mile stretch of Garfield Road between 14 Mile and 15 Mile roads in Fraser is expected to begin next week and take two years to complete. That was the word in a road closure advisory released Monday by the Macomb...
Teen injured in motorcycle crash in Birmingham parking structure
A man in his late teens remains hospitalized Monday, July 15, after he crashed the motorcycle he was riding into a wall at a Birmingham parking deck, flipped over the edge and fell four stories to the pavement. The crash happened Friday, July 12, on the top level of the...
Gift ideas for any occasion with Partridge Creek
Alex Drake from the Mall at Partridge Creek joined The Nine to share some gift ideas for every person and every occasion. The Mall at Partridge Creek is located at 17420 Hall Rd. in Clinton Township. For more, visit shoppartridgecreek.com.
Warren woman dead in murder-attempted suicide, husband in custody
Warren Police said their dispatchers received a call from a man, 71, on Saturday around 2 p.m. The caller told dispatch he had killed his wife, 70, “several hours ago”. Warren Police arrived at their home on Loretta, near Stephens and Ryan.
Shelby Township Summerfest brought weekend of fun and entertainment
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township SummerFest featured tons of fun activities for the whole family to enjoy June 28-29 at the Shelby Township municipal campus. On June 28, attendees were able to enjoy a kids zone with a touch-a-truck area, face painting, a petting zoo and a live taping of Shelby TV’s award-winning program “The Treehouse.” The day ended with an outdoor showing of a family movie.
Looking back on Clawson’s July 4 tradition
CLAWSON — The Fourth of July in Clawson holds a special place in local history. Beginning in 1933, the event has yet to miss a year of celebration besides one year during wartime. Featuring parades, running events, an art fair, a carnival, music, food, and of course fireworks, the...
Teen hurt in parking garage motorcycle mishap
A teen who decided to try a friend’s motorcycle at the top of Birmingham's Park Street parking structure apparently lost control and drove it into the south wall of the top deck, which flipped the driver over the wall to the ground level, leaving him with serious injuries on Friday, July 12.
Bradley County 4-H Members Shine at Ferndale Shooting Sports Competition
FERNDALE, AR – The Bradley County 4-H members showcased their skills at the Shooting Sports Competition held at the Ferndale 4-H Center Thursday, despite the sweltering heat. Several young archers from Bradley County emerged as winners, demonstrating their precision and dedication. The team of Landon Duncan, Jake Castleberry, and...
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