Downriver teacher accused of pushing student with autism
In Huron Township a middle school teacher has been accused of pushing a student with autism.
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Huron Township teacher accused of assaulting child with autism
Huron Township Public Safety says it arrested the teacher who is from Flat Rock on Thursday afternoon.
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Grand Blanc man pleads guilty to trying to meet 8-year-old for sex: 'Thank you for catching me'
Martina, 38, said he met the father of an 8-year-old who agreed to let him rape his daughter while he watched, according to investigators. The father, however, was actually an undercover Homeland Security agent....
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Mid-Michigan Honor Flight spotlights veterans for their sacrifices
Some Mid-Michigan Honor Flight veterans received the recognition they deserve on a recent trip to Washington DC.
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Commentary: Detroit students need more support. Their schools deserve more credit.
Recent news on declining test scores across Michigan has policymakers and community leaders looking for answers — and Detroit should be the first place they turn. Proficiency and absenteeism rates in Detroit are nothing to celebrate, but these numbers tell a misleading story abou...
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Clouds will gradually break as we dry out on this Friday before a cool, pleasant weekend
Scattered showers will wind down early this morning, with clouds gradually giving way to sunshine. Temperatures will cool quickly tonight, with lows falling to around 40 degrees — a few degrees above or below 40 depending on location. The weekend looks pleasant overall. Saturday ...
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Milford horse stable owner files lawsuit against Oakland County for ‘unlawful’ search and seizure
Local 4 The breakdown • Oakland County Animal Control seized 38 horses from High Vibe Trail Rides in August 2026, but were returned when prosecutors declined to pursue charges • Stable owner Lucille Ptasznik flatly denies the accusations of animal neglect and abuse, claiming that...
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'Money out of politics': Understanding Proposal 2 on Michigan November 2026 ballot
What to know about Proposal 2: Michigan voters will decide Proposal 2, the “money out of politics” initiative, on Nov. 3, 2026. The proposal would restrict regulated utilities, certain government contractors, and connected individuals or organizations from contributing to campaig...
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Detroit Lions to sell limited $60 gameday tickets -- here's what fans need to know
The breakdown: The Detroit Lions are launching a program that gives fans a chance to get $60 tickets to a home game. The new gameday ticket program launches Oct. 25. The Lions will offer at least 100 standing-room-only tickets for $60, with a limit of four per person. Tickets can...
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Federal detention hearing set for Michigan man accused of receiving child porn through Snapchat
Trevor Prather, 45, of Croswell, accused of receiving sexually abusive child material, is scheduled for a federal detention hearing Friday after investigators traced a Snapchat account from Ohio to his home in Michigan. Prather from Sanilac County is charged with receipt of child...
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Ypsilanti Township residents push Back on University of Michigan data center project
What to know: U-M is proposing a data center in Ypsilanti Township. The “Los Alamos” project would provide computing capacity for University of Michigan researchers and students. Residents are raising concerns about the planning process. Some neighbors say they were not given eno...
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'Rochester Posed' features rock and roll theme
Local businesses in Rochester have transformed their store fronts into a rock and roll themed featuring legendary bands.
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Report: Jalen Duren resigns with Pistons, 5-year, $200M deal
The Detroit Pistons are going from a franchise full of questions to settling all the upheaval caused by the Jalen Duren contract issue.