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MDHHS reports sixth measles case this year
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and the Macomb County Health Department (MCHD) are reporting a recently identified case of measles in a Macomb County child – the state’s sixth case to date in 2024. The child was diagnosed on July 3. The child’s exposure to measles is being investigated. There is no known international travel associated with this case.
Suspected drunk boater crashes into Macomb County Marine patrol boat
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - A 69-year-old Michigan man was arrested for allegedly operating a boat while drunk and crashing into a Macomb County Marine patrol boat on Friday.According to the Macomb County Sheriff's Office, Marine Divison patrol boat 4, docked near the Lake St. Clair entrance, was conducting a violation stop on another boat when it was struck by a Sea Ray Cabin Cruiser operated by the Oak Park man.The sheriff's office said the Sea Ray boat entered the marina from the lake and traveled "at a rate greater than slow, no wake speed.""The Sea Ray struck (patrol boat 4) on the port side causing damage to both vessels. The Sea Ray then struck the seawall before coming to rest," the sheriff's office said in a news release.The sheriff's office released body cam footage on social media. You can view the footage below:No injuries were reported and the patrol boat remained in service.Authorities said the man showed signs of intoxication during tests and was arrested for operating under the influence of intoxicating liquor.
Judge: Shelby Township police had right to seize vehicle allegedly involved in crime
A Macomb County judge has upheld Shelby Township police’s impounding of a vehicle owned by a couple whose teenage son allegedly fired shots at another vehicle one the road, after which the boy, his brother and parents allegedly assaulted officers who responded to their home. Juvenile Judge Matthew Switalski...
Family of man slain in Bruce Township assail his shooter
The family of a man killed by his longtime, on-and-off girlfriend in Bruce Township made a wide range of accusations against the woman Tuesday at her sentencing in Macomb County Circuit Court. Tyisha Wadlingon, 35, was sentenced to six to 15 years for manslaughter and two additional years for felony...
Washington Twp. man sentenced in wife's 2022 shooting death
A Washington Township man was sentenced in Macomb Circuit Court to prison in the fatal 2022 shooting of his wife, officials said. Matthew Louis Mollicone, 48, was sentenced Wednesday to 7-15 years for voluntary manslaughter and 12-40 years for assault with intent to murder, the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office said.
Center Line considering plans for “Road Diet” on Van Dyke to create more walkable downtown district
Center Line is looking to further develop their downtown district by adding more parking spots near small businesses. The City Council on Monday night will discuss plans for a “Road Diet” on Van Dyke (M-53) between Stephens and Engleman.
Video: Suspected drunk boater crashes into sheriff patrol boat, seawall in Macomb County
ST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. – Authorities have released video of a suspected drunk man crashing a boat into law enforcement and a seawall in Macomb County. The crash happened Friday, July 5, at about 7 p.m. at Jefferson Beach Marina in St. Clair Shores. Officials with the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office were conducting a minor marine violation stop involving a 17′ Wellcraft when their Patrol Boat was struck by a 30′ Sea Ray Cabin Cruiser. Both the Patrol Boat and the Wellcraft were docked near a seawall at the time of the collision.
Hot chicken restaurant opening new location in Macomb County
A new hot chicken restaurant is opening this week in Macomb County. Dave’s Hot Chicken is opening its newest Michigan location in Shelby Township, at 13993 Hall Road on Friday, July 12. The menu is what you’d expect -- chicken. A lot of it. Tenders, sliders, fries and all...
?Michigan man arraigned for owing more than $13K in child support
Randall Auchmuty, 48, of Kimball was arraigned this week in Clinton Township 41B District Court for failing to pay his child support on his two minor children. According to the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office, Auchmuty was ordered in December of 2019 by Macomb County Circuit Court Judge Matthew Switalski to pay $455.00 a month in child support for his two children.
Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken Opening in Michigan’s Macomb County
Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken announced the opening of its newest restaurant in Michigan. The location will boast the brand’s new visual identity and marks the first Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken location in Macomb County. On Thursday, July 11, the Roseville location is hosting a Grand Opening celebration...
ICYMI: Michigan Business Beat | Mackinac Policy Conference 2024 - Tom Kelly - #MPC24
The Detroit Regional Chamber's annual Mackinac Policy Conference. Chris Holman speaks with Tom Kelly, President & CEO, Automation Alley, from Media Row, at the Grand Hotel, while at the 2024 Mackinac Policy Conference. Watch Tom and Chris discuss his organization, recent activity and what they are experiencing in 2024, along...
Washington Twp. man guilty of killing his wife in shootout sentenced
Matthew Louis Mollicone was sentenced by Macomb County Circuit Court Judge Matthew Sabaugh for his May 2024 conviction. Mollicone was found guilty by a Macomb County jury for the death of his wife during a shooting with another man after an eight day jury trial by Macomb County Assistant Prosecutor Steve Fox.
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