South Carolina man convicted in attempted online extortion case in Michigan
A man was convicted by a federal jury in an extortion case involving someone pretending online to be a teen.
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A man was convicted by a federal jury in an extortion case involving someone pretending online to be a teen.
The latest deaths were reported in Kent County, Michigan.
Pontiac City Council leaders say they plan to discuss the ordinances further at their upcoming meeting on March 4.
Spring weight restrictions on vehicles traveling on "state trunklines" begin Monday in much of southern Michigan.
The leader of a drug conspiracy that operated in Detroit, Lansing and Kalamazoo was sentenced in federal court.
With their winnings, club members plan to pay bills and invest the rest in a business.
The death of Jeremiah Jamaal Frazier of Flint is considered a homicide, the teen had been missing for months.
The speech was Whitmer's seventh State of the State since she first took office in January 2019.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her 2025 State of the State address on Wednesday night, focusing on plans to lower costs and create jobs.
A new bill that would close the gap when Michigan students transfer from one school to another will soon make its way to the state House with bipartisan support.
Michigan could join a growing number of states to limit cellphones in classrooms.
A new case of bird flu in Monroe County is among eight HPAI cases that Michigan agriculture officials are tracking.
A Michigan man will serve over 8 years prison for a financial fraud scheme resulting in $1.6 million in losses.
A bill has been introduced in Congress to reimburse the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community for former reservation land.
A collection of drugs with a total street value of over $100,000 was confiscated after search warrants were served.
A Michigan man is sentenced to 180 days for embezzling thousands of dollars from an elderly woman he befriended.
Michigan state Rep. Josh Schriver, R-Oxford, says he plans to introduce a resolution urging the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn the Obergefell v. Hodges ruling, which protects same-sex marriages.
Michigan House Democrats are pushing back against a resolution introduced by GOP Rep. Josh Schriver that calls for the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a ruling that protects same-sex marriage.
Those behind LEAD say it's an opportunity to provide a better pathway for people who may have broken the law but need support.
A New Jersey man has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his brother, who was a former University of Michigan soccer player.
Samaritas is looking to the community and its partner organizations to bridge that gap and continue providing services.
It claims that between December 2024 and February 2025 the City of Ypsilanti condemned 18 of the 19 buildings across three Arbor One complexes.
Legendary journalist and household name, Al Allen, was remembered by the Metro Detroit community on Monday.
The club elected to receive their prize as a one-time lump sum payment of about $2 million.
AAA says the most expensive gas prices in the state can be found in Ann Arbor ($3.13), Metro Detroit ($3.11) and Jackson ($3.08).
The Detroit Police Department is seeking the public's help in finding a 52-year-old woman who went missing on Thursday.
Barbecue lovers are trying to save an iconic Detroit business in danger of closing for good on Sunday.
Terrance Gore, a former outfielder and three-time World Series champion known for his blazing speed on the base paths, has died at 34 years old, according to Major League Baseball officials.
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Fire Chief Joseph Murray says they were in contact with the driver and are not aware of any injuries.
A 41-year-old woman is dead after she was hit by a vehicle in Monroe Township on Friday evening, according to the Michigan State Police.
Barbecue lovers are trying to save an iconic Detroit business in danger of closing for good on Sunday.
The Detroit Police Department is seeking the public's help in finding a 52-year-old woman who went missing on Thursday.
Seven guns have been seized by police and an individual was detained after a reported shooting in Inkster, Michigan, on Thursday, according to police.
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Lead singer and frontman Dee Snider said he suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
Legionella testing at Oakland County government facilities has detected the bacteria in the water systems of two additional buildings.
When the temperatures plummet, and the snow starts piling up, most of us have the same instinct: retreat indoors, crank up the heat, and get cozy.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan has started to offer vasectomy services in Grand Rapids, with plans to expand the procedure across the state.
Terrance Gore, a former outfielder and three-time World Series champion known for his blazing speed on the base paths, has died at 34 years old, according to Major League Baseball officials.
Ryan's father led the Jets from 2009-14, including back-to-back appearances in the AFC Championship Game.
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
Another cold night before warmer air moves in
Investigators were back at the home of Nancy Guthrie on Friday, nearly a week after she went missing. They were seen taking a closer look at the roof of her house and at a car in Tucson, Arizona. Andres Gutierrez shares details about the ongoing search for the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie.
Parks Old Style Bar-B-Q in Detroit's North End neighborhood is in danger of closing after 60 years of business. Veronica Ortega spoke to people who lined up outside in cold conditions to give patronage to the business.
Hundreds of students stepped into the spotlight at Cass Technical High School on Saturday for the Detroit Public Schools Community District Spelling Bee. Teachers say the competition is about more than just spelling.
A parking garage in Dearborn that partially caved in Friday night was still very dangerous almost a day after the incident, according to city officials. Julia Avant spoke with Dearborn Fire Chief Joseph Murray about a motorist who was rescued around two hours after the collapse.