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Corrections officers call for measures to address staffing shortage, unsafe conditions
Corrections officers in the Upper Peninsula are calling on the state to address a "staffing crisis" — they say is creating unsafe working conditions in prisons. Officers will be hosting three informational pickets at correctional facilities in Marquette, Baraga and Chippewa counties next week. Byron Osborn is the president...
2 men sentenced to years in prison for defrauding seniors in Michigan, other states
U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan Mark Totten announced that two defendants were sentenced to federal prison for their roles in an international fraud conspiracy that stole over $11 million from mostly senior citizens in multiple states. A victim in West Michigan lost $398,000 to the conspiracy. Jayesh J. Panchal, 55, of Hicksville, New York, was sentenced to serve 78 months in federal prison and ordered to pay $7,930,287 in restitution to 40 victims of the conspiracy. Vijaya C. Shetty, 53, of Flushing, New York, was sentenced to 63 months in federal prison and ordered to pay $596,800...
Thoughts of lives lost, scattered debris, remain on 37th anniversary of Flight 255 crash
For those adults who were in Michigan, the Downriver area in particular, today is likely one that will at some point conjure up gut-wrenching thoughts of one of the worst aviation disasters in history. It was on Aug. 16, 1987, that Northwest Airlines Flight 255 took off from Wayne County...
Michigan Motor Carrier Officers crack down on speeding in construction zone
Michigan State Police (MSP) issued dozens of citations during a recent commercial vehicle speed crackdown in a construction zone. The post Michigan Motor Carrier Officers crack down on speeding in construction zone appeared first on CDLLife.
Whitmer touts free community college. It’s not true for all Michigan kids
Gov. Whitmer’s claim of tuition-free community college for ‘every’ Michigan high school graduate doesn’t match actual details. Roughly 20% of Michigan students will still face tuition costs because they don’t live in a community college district. Critics call Whitmer’s "tuition-free" claim misleading, with many students...
Baby born at Michigan truck stop
A baby is doing just fine after it was born in the parking lot of a Michigan truck stop early on Thursday morning. The parents were reportedly on their way to Holland Hospital in Michigan after the mother went into labor, but quickly realized that there was not enough time to make it there. The […] The post Baby born at Michigan truck stop appeared first on CDLLife.
Otsego County Fair continues to build on agricultural legacy
GAYLORD — For many, the county fair is as much a summer tradition as baseball and a day at the beach. The Otsego County Fair has a long history dating back to 1881. "The front three buildings (on the fairgrounds at 895 N. Center Ave. in Gaylord) are historical buildings," noted Waneta Cook....
Reigning state champion Kingsley begins new season with co-head coaches
GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY -- The new high school football season is just two weeks away and the Kingsley Stags are ready to jump back into things after winning a state championship a year ago. The Stags will be led up by two head coaches this year in Tim Wooer and...
Flint’s long search for permanent ombudsperson restarts after ethics board removal
FLINT, MI -- Flint’s troubled Office of Ombudsperson is back in the market for a new leader. Seven months after the city’s Ethics and Accountability Board appointed Shaxda Flythe-Little as ombudsperson, the board reversed that decision this week, removing her after Flint’s Law Department challenged the appointment because she lacked the minimum qualifications for the job.
Flint man charged in alleged scam to steal lottery tickets from UC store
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – A Flint man was arraigned Wednesday in Branch County District Court in connection with an alleged scam to steal lottery tickets from a Union City store back in April. 23-year-old Amir Brown has been charged with first degree retail fraud and using a computer to...
Coast Guard throws cold water on annual Port Huron river float
The 16th annual Port Huron Float Down is expected to draw over 5,000 rafters. Many participants need to be rescued from the St. Clair River each year, locals say. Despite Coast Guard warnings, local law enforcement encourages families to participate safely. The U.S. Coast Guard is cautioning revelers from taking...
Part of Bay County gets closer to being ready for economic development with $4.1M grant
MONITOR TWP., MI – Decades ago, in the Monitor Township master plan, a stretch of rural properties along I-75 and 3 Mile Road were identified as prime real estate for potential economic development. This week, the township acted toward making the area more accessible for growth. If you purchase...
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