Charges dismissed against ex-public works official in Flint, Michigan, water scandal
Charges have been dismissed against a former official in Flint, Michigan, in connection with the city's lead-in-water scandal.
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Charges have been dismissed against a former official in Flint, Michigan, in connection with the city's lead-in-water scandal.
The charges stem from a May 3 incident in which a second-grade student brought an unloaded gun in a backpack to Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School, Kent County Prosecutor Chris Becker said in a news conference.
Authorities say both women are parents. No students were injured in the shooting.
A former Flint-area priest accused of assaulting a 5-year-old boy more than 30 years ago pleaded guilty to first-degree attempted criminal sexual conduct.
A local official in Michigan has been sentenced to six months of house arrest after she pleaded no contest to tampering with a ballot box in her own election.
A 26-year-old Flint woman was arrested in connection with a deceased fetus found on a sidewalk in Flint.
State police say all railroad traffic on the affected line has been temporarily paused after a small plane lost power in midair and landed on railroad tracks in Flint.
Police say Edvin Pendleton Williams, 61, was arrested after allegedly threatening to shoot up a hospital and drive his vehicle through the front doors.
A Genesee County judge approved the $600 million settlement in the Flint water crisis, making it the biggest civil settlement in Michigan history, the state Attorney General's office announced Tuesday.
The FBI is looking to identify additional potential victims after Deshawn Allen and Cassidy Morse were indicted on charges related to sex trafficking minors.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered all U.S. and Michigan flags at the State Capitol and across all public buildings to be lowered to half-staff on Friday to honor a firefighter who died in the line of duty.
A judge has ordered Flint, Michigan, to replace any remaining lead or steel water lines by Aug. 1, the latest intervention after a series of missed deadlines.
A Flint firefighter died during a fire operation on Saturday after 15 years of service with the Flint Fire Department.
Additional testing was being done on the repaired transmission main.
William Bradford Barksdale is charged with gambling violations (five-year felony) and reckless use of a firearm (90-day misdemeanor).
A Genesee County judge sentenced Michael Adam Bur, 43, to a minimum of 120-240 months for second-degree murder and 120-240 months for first-degree criminal sexual conduct in Mary Prieur's slaying. Both sentences will run concurrently.
Detroit placed among the top ten cities for bed bugs, falling two spots from last year's report. Flint, Grand Rapids and Lansing also ranked on the list.
On Dec. 30, 1936, workers at the General Motors body plant in Flint took part in what was called the most significant strike in American labor history.
The Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) Board of Directors approved the transfer of more than $1.5 million in additional funding for Flint residents through its Water Residential Assistance Program (WRAP).
Michael Adam Bur, 42, was scheduled to stand trial in early 2023 on charges of felony murder, kidnapping and first-degree criminal sexual conduct in Mary Prieur's slaying.
A judge dismissed criminal charges against former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder in the Flint water crisis, months after the state Supreme Court said indictments returned by a one-person grand jury were invalid.
Lawyers for Michigan's former health director are urging an appeals court to quickly stop an effort to revive criminal charges related to the Flint water crisis of 2014-15.
The announcement comes weeks after Judge Elizabeth Kelly dismissed charges against seven people, including two former state health officials blamed for deaths from Legionnaires' disease.
A Flint man has been charged after the Oakland County Sheriff's Office was alerted of a child abuse incident that was being shared through a video on TikTok.
Lawyers for former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder urged a judge Tuesday to dismiss misdemeanor charges related to the Flint water crisis, a week after another judge took that step with seven other former officials.
It's been a long and winding road for Detroit Lions fans, who have been through rough times to see the success unfolding this season.
Anyone walking by The Home Bakery in Rochester, Michigan this weekend will see a life-sized cake of a familiar Detroit Lions receiver.
Livonia Police are asking for help identifying a man in connection with the alleged theft of five propane tanks.
A Toxicology lab with several medical practices in Michigan will pay over $4.4 million to settle claims of unnecessary testing and submitting Medicare claims for reimbursement for those test.
President Biden has made it clear that Israel has the right to defend its citizens as the American ally presses forward with its war against Hamas in Gaza.
A Warren high school teacher and two parents have been charged in connection with an alleged drug deal on New Year's Eve.
It's been a long and winding road for Detroit Lions fans, who have been through rough times to see the success unfolding this season.
For an in-depth look at Sunday's game, CBS News Minnesota Streaming Anchor Maria Lisignoli spoke with Sports Anchor Ren Clayton and CBS News Detroit Sports Anchors Rachel Hopmayer and Jeff Lesson.
Anyone walking by The Home Bakery in Rochester, Michigan this weekend will see a life-sized cake of a familiar Detroit Lions receiver.
Livonia Police are asking for help identifying a man in connection with the alleged theft of five propane tanks.
There's some good news for Michigan motorists ahead of the new year as gas prices have dropped 7 cents from last week.
The posts have since been deleted but not before X users took screenshots and shared them in the replies to Ford's recent posts.
Motorists in Metro Detroit are filling up for an average of $3.06 per gallon.
Organizers announced earlier this year that the show was returning to its traditional January slot after taking place in the fall in recent years.
The grants are in addition to the $1.8 million that Stellantis provided for home repairs to 120 homeowners on the east side in 2020 and 2021.
Jeff Baena was an indie screenwriter and director. He and actress Aubrey Plaza wed in 2021.
The iconic ruby slippers sold for a total of $32.5 million at auction last month. The slippers were stolen in 2005 from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids.
Wayne Osmond started his musical career as an original member of The Osmonds with his brothers.
Here are the books and characters newly joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.
The year's top stories in Detroit ran the gamut, from late-breaking developments in the Crumbley trials to national honors for local restaurants.
Jeff Baena was an indie screenwriter and director. He and actress Aubrey Plaza wed in 2021.
Centered on mythical methamphetamine cookers Walter White and Jesse Pinkman, the series wrapped up more than a decade ago, but its legacy continues to draw looky-loos to the home.
Former President Jimmy Carter died on Dec. 29 at the age of 100.
The nation's highest civilian honor will be presented to 19 people at the White House later Saturday.
American, JetBlue, Southwest and United are offering passengers waivers to reschedule flights ahead of Winter Storm Blair.
A Toxicology lab with several medical practices in Michigan will pay over $4.4 million to settle claims of unnecessary testing and submitting Medicare claims for reimbursement for those test.
Broccoli florets from California grower and sold at more than 1,000 Walmart stores are recalled because they could contain listeria.
During the call, the mother can be heard, and by the end of the call, so can a newborn crying.
As we celebrate a new year, some families in Metro Detroit are also celebrating new additions.
"I feel like we should've learned our lesson from COVID, that just because we aren't testing doesn't mean the virus isn't there," Dr. Leana Wen said.
It's been a long and winding road for Detroit Lions fans, who have been through rough times to see the success unfolding this season.
Tobias Harris had 24 points and 10 rebounds as the Detroit Pistons held off the Charlotte Hornets 98-94 for their fifth win in six games.
Security is at the top of everyone's mind ahead of Sunday's primetime showdown between the NFC North powerhouse Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings, in light of this week's terrorist attacks in New Orleans and in Las Vegas.
For an in-depth look at Sunday's game, CBS News Minnesota Streaming Anchor Maria Lisignoli spoke with Sports Anchor Ren Clayton and CBS News Detroit Sports Anchors Rachel Hopmayer and Jeff Lesson.
The winner earns the NFC North title, home-field advantage until the Super Bowl and a coveted bye in the playoffs.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan stunned folks when he announced he would not seek re-election and leave the Democratic Party to run for governor as an independent.
Kid Rock was so impressed with the care his dad received, that he donated to BAMF Health through his foundation which has helped numerous causes including those tied to veterans, small businesses and more.
Mary Tyler Moore turned the world on with her megawatt smile as she starred in the iconic "Dick Van Dyke" and "Mary Tyler Moore" shows a generation ago.
The roundtable talked politics and focused on blockbuster news that Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan would run for governor in 2026 but as an independent candidate.
President-elect Donald Trump campaigned with talk of ending the $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit which has helped fuel sales.
Meteorologist Kylee Miller says some areas of Michigan will see snow flurries overnight and temperatures will stay cool through the rest of the weekend.
The Home Bakery in Rochester, Michigan is seeing many extra eyes outside its store this weekend thanks to a cake inspired by Detroit Lions receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown.
The city of Detroit reports that homicides dropped 19% from 2024 to the previous year and it's part of a larger trend of lower crime across the board. Some residents say they can feel the difference.
Three people accused of killing two people and abducting two children on New Year's Day in Northfield Township have been charged.
The city of Detroit is seeing a historic drop in violent crime, including its fewest homicides in decades. According to the city, homicides dropped 19% in 2024 from the previous year's 57-year-low and are down 33% since 2002. Detroit had 203 homicides in 2024 compared to 252 in 2023. It marks the fewest homicides in the city since 1965.