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Classic car fans gather at annual Clinton Township Gratiot Cruise
Clinton Township — Bill Brzezinski of Warren has won trophies and been featured in news publications for his gold 1937 Chevy Chevrolet with a cherry-colored interior. But Sunday, he went to Clinton Township Gratiot Cruise just to meet other car enthusiasts. "I'm in the Berkley parade every year. I...
Over 250 pounds of cocaine seized at Blue Water Bridge
Authorities seized 266 pounds of cocaine from a semi-truck at the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron on Aug. 1, officials said. The suspect, Juli Sabosan Sathiaseelan, 42, of Canada, has been arraigned in the 72nd District Court, according to the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office. He was lodged at the St. Clair County Detention and Intervention Center with bond set at $3 million.
Troy teacher, author pens aquarium-themed book to boost children’s reading confidence
The search for inspiration can be a fickle journey for writers. The mission was made clear for a Troy-based author and teacher as she watched the curiosity and excitement among children at a Baltimore aquarium. “They were so happy, so interested,” said Nancy Roop. “It was something to see.”...
Stormy weather prompts postponement of Tuesday’s National Night Out event
Macomb County and state officials have decided to postpone their National Night Out event scheduled for Tuesday at Freedom Hill County Park due to expected stormy weather. “Based on predicted weather and current Freedom Hill County Park conditions, Macomb County law enforcement agencies have decided to postpone our National Night Out event until next week — Tuesday, August 13,” Jennifer Putney, spokesperson for the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office, said Monday.
Bargain-Priced, Renovation-Ready Castle in Michigan Is the Week's Most Popular Home
Way back in 1892, a Richardsonian Romanesque castle was built in Port Huron, MI. As the story goes, the historic home was originally constructed for John W. Thomson, the city's deputy collector of customs. He is said to have watched over ship traffic on the nearby St. Clair River, from atop the tower.
Police: 5 suspects nabbed for home invasion; likely part of international crime ring
Five men from South America and Mexico who police say are likely connected to an international crime ring are facing charges for breaking into a Troy home last Thursday. The crime was reportedly spotted by the homeowner who called police after watching a masked intruder via a camera inside his residence in the 3600 block of Millay Drive, shortly before 1 p.m., while at work.
New Option Tire and Playoff Aspirations on competitor’s minds as NASCAR returns to Richmond Raceway this weekend
After a two-week break during the Olympics, NASCAR is back as the world’s greatest drivers will compete for supremacy at Richmond Raceway in the Cook Out 400 at 6 p.m. on Sunday. And with just four races to go before the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs begin, teams will utilize any advantage they can get to leave Richmond with the checkered flag.
JD Vance headed to Macomb County on Wednesday
Republican vice presidential nominee and U.S. Sen. JD Vance of Ohio will visit Macomb County on Wednesday to speak at the Shelby Township Police Department. The visit will be Vance's second since becoming former President Donald Trump's running mate and comes on the same day that Vice President Kamala Harris − who is now the Democratic Party's presidential nominee − is also expected to be in metro Detroit on a multistate tour introducing her running mate. Details of that event and another by Harris on Thursday were not yet known.
Woman dies after fiery Sterling Heights crash
A 54-year-old woman is dead and a 30-year-old man was injured after a fiery crash early Sunday in Sterling Heights, officials said. Sterling Heights police said officers and firefighters were called at about 1:50 a.m. Sunday to the intersection of Van Dyke Avenue and 15 Mile Road for a report of a vehicle collision and fire.
Michigan man accused of being in a Canadian ninja gang fears he'll die in prison. His wife has other plans
Troy — Paula Kensu has been rebuffed at every turn in her quest to get her husband out of prison, but she vows to keep probing for legal loopholes and writing letters to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer pleading for clemency. Temujin Kensu, 61, who has maintained his innocence since he...
Sun, cars, and crowds return to the Clinton Township Gratiot Cruise
Nostalgia was the name of the game for self-described gearheads and motorheads attending Sunday’s revived Clinton Township Gratiot Cruise. Cruise organizers said crowds and event participants had been down in recent years due to the pandemic, road construction and rainy weather. Thousands turned out to watch hundreds of classic cars zooming by.
Is Memphis basketball's 2024-25 non-conference schedule its strongest ever? A breakdown
There is more than one way to achieve NET glory. Teams can either schedule a string of cupcake opponents and bank on the metrics rewarding them for sheer domination. Or, teams can load up on the stiffest competition they can find and prove their worth that way. Memphis basketball coach...
Reminder for the August 6, 2024, Primary Election
INFORMATION REGARDING AUGUST 6, 2024, PRIMARY ELECTION. Precinct 1 voters (residents north of Division Road) will vote at the Richmond Community Center, 36164 Festival Drive. Precinct 2 voters (residents south of Division Road) will vote at Richmond City Hall – Council Chambers, 36725 Division Road. Polls are open from...
GOP vice presidential nominee JD Vance to campaign in Macomb County this week
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance is scheduled to make a campaign stop Wednesday in Shelby Township, the Trump-Vance campaign announced Monday, an event that precedes a Metro Detroit rally by Democratic presumptive presidential nominee Kamala Harris. The 10 a.m. Wednesday visit at the Shelby Township Police Department will mark...
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