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Former Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith pleaded guilty to official misconduct in office, tampering with evidence in a civil proceeding and conspiracy to commit forgery in connection to misusing public funds.
Former Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith has been hospitalized and is exhibiting "severe symptoms" of the coronavirus disease, according to his attorneys which has delayed his plea hearing.
Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith and Benjamin Liston, former Macomb County assistant prosecutor and chief of operations, were arraigned via video today in Macomb County 41B District Court on multiple felony charges including misconduct in office, embezzlement and conducting a criminal enterprise.
Due to the public health emergency and the state's stay-at-home order, Nessel issued a video Tuesday discussing the situation.
55-year-old Gary Daleo faces charges of operating a vehicle while impaired and reckless driving causing serious injury. Each offense is punishable by up to five years.
"If this is the criminal they're trying to release early, you have to ask: Who are they actually trying to keep in?" said Smith.
Macomb County prosecutor Eric Smith is asking a judge to give 44-year-old Brian Charbeneau the maximum sentence
A sad story in Macomb County turned into a happy one after a thief stole a motorized scooter from an apartment complex in Mount Clemens.
A Macomb County jury returned Tuesday with a verdict of guilty on charges related to the death of a two-year-old boy.
Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith has taken his office virtual with a new website, Facebook page and Twitter account.
Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith says DNA has connected convicted sex offender Michael Loftis to the crime.
Charges have been filed against two young people who beat their 14-old cousin, and then posted it on Facebook.
Prosecutor Eric Smith said the boy's mother is beside herself.
"If it comes back that the child abuse was the cause of his death, we will up it to felony murder immediately," said Macomb County Prosecuting attorney Eric Smith.
By day he's a known as a tough and sometimes controversial prosecutor in Macomb County...but come this Friday night...we'll see the softer side of Eric Smith.
A Macomb County mother is under investigation for potential criminal charges in the case of a 12-year-old girl who allegedly gave birth to a child by her mother's boyfriend.
The Macomb County Prosecutor heads to court Thursday in an effort to stop the scheduled release of a convicted child rapist.
An anonymous tip about a threat prompted the Southfield Public School District to cancel classes at one of its schools on Friday.
The 10-day event will feature Racing Day presented by the Detroit Grand Prix on Jan. 17, 2025.
The board, comprised of two Republicans and two Democrats, voted unanimously on Friday to certify the results in all 83 counties.
A jury ruled that Walmart must pay a former employee almost $35 million after finding that the retailer defamed him.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza — also known as bird flu — is killing layer hens and reducing the nation's egg supply.
An anonymous tip about a threat prompted the Southfield Public School District to cancel classes at one of its schools on Friday.
At least 32 officers' licenses are being investigated, according to MCOLES.
The 10-day event will feature Racing Day presented by the Detroit Grand Prix on Jan. 17, 2025.
Chloe and Helena Bennett were inside their Orion Township condo when it exploded Tuesday night.
The board, comprised of two Republicans and two Democrats, voted unanimously on Friday to certify the results in all 83 counties.
Local UAW members claim Stellantis is to blame for roughly 4,000 layoffs this fall, not poor market conditions.
Ford said Wednesday most of the job cuts would come in Germany and would be carried out in consultation with employee representatives.
On average, a 15-gallon tank of gas will cost Michiganders $46, which is $12 less than what they were paying from 2023's highest price in August.
General Motors announced Friday it was laying off nearly 1,000 salaried workers worldwide.
General Motors is laying off about 1,000 workers worldwide, shedding costs as it tries to compete in a crowded global automobile market.
The 10-day event will feature Racing Day presented by the Detroit Grand Prix on Jan. 17, 2025.
Downtown Detroit will begin to be a lot brighter just in time for the Christmas season.
Tickets go on sale to the general public via Ticketmaster on Tuesday, Nov. 26.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
A jury ruled that Walmart must pay a former employee almost $35 million after finding that the retailer defamed him.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza — also known as bird flu — is killing layer hens and reducing the nation's egg supply.
The Universal Service Fund was created by Congress in 1996.
Trump loyalist Rep. Matt Gaetz is out of a job for now, but his political future may not be over.
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
The school district introduced therapy dogs two years ago, and things have gone so well that it decided to add six more dogs.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
CDC data shows rates of Mycoplasma pneumoniae have surged in babies.
A WARN notice says that an agreement between the hospital and the Secretary of Health and Human Services would be terminated because the hospital was not in compliance with some of the Medicare Conditions of Participation.
A number of homes in parts of Metro Detroit are seeing elevated levels of lead in their drinking water, according to officials.
Ten days ago, former Red Wings great Pavel Datsyuk was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, and on Thursday, Detroit honored the man nicknamed the "Magic Man."
Lucas Raymond scored with 51 seconds remaining and the Detroit Red Wings beat the New York Islanders 2-1.
The No.1 recruit had been committed to the LSU Tigers since January 2024.
Detroit's Tarik Skubal wins the AL Cy Young Award after leading the Tigers to its first playoff in a decade.
Hinch, a 50-year-old in his fourth season leading the Tigers, made the playoffs with a torrid second half despite losing quality players like right-hander Jack Flaherty at the July 30 trade deadline.
Hackel, the former Macomb County Sheriff, said the results of the 2024 contest are giving him more confidence than ever that he has the right stuff and resumé to be governor.
How did the Democrats lose so many races at once?
In Michigan, the Democrats have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
In Michigan, the Democrats now have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
Both party chairs also talked about the ground game as each looks for independent voters and those who haven't voted in a while they hope to inspire to show up on Nov. 5.
Detroit Lions players have given back to the community in the past. On Friday, D.J. Reader gave out over 200 meals ahead of Thanksgiving.
The 10-day event will feature Racing Day presented by the Detroit Grand Prix on Jan. 17, 2025.
More than 30 Detroit police officers have been working without active law enforcement officer licenses, according to the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES).
Melissa Haimowitz-Clouse, owner of Brave Whip Society, talks running a small business in downtown Detroit.
An anonymous tip involving a threat prompted the Southfield Public School District to cancel class at one of their schools on Friday.