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The 53-year-old former firefighter faces up to life in prison for his charges after opening fire on a teenager at their doorstep.
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The Human Rights Campaign said 78 U.S. cities earned perfect scores in its seventh annual Municipal Equality Index. See how Michigan fared.
The 911 audio was played this morning in court. Here’s what it showed.
Sure, it was 70 degrees this week, but the Upper Peninsula already saw measurable snow.
Ray Lawson just celebrated his 100th birthday and has a long history in education.
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A 56-year-old Rochester Hills man was hospitalized after he was hit by a vehicle in the city Wednesday.
A new video shows what happened when a 14-year-old boy knocked on Jeffrey Ziegler's door earlier this year and was met with a shotgun.
If Michigan continues to improve, we could be in the top 10 most energy efficient states soon.
The Rev. Robert Witkowski, 83, was added Tuesday to the Archdiocese's list of clergy credibly accused of abuse.
Eastbound I-696 will again be closed this weekend in Oakland County. Here's the rest of the project plan.
It will be a smashing good time when these animals get their hands -- er, paws -- on some pumpkins.
U.S. News & World Report has released its 2019 list of the best places in America to retire and one Michigan city made the cut.
Last year, creepy clowns were among Americans’ top fears. Guess what folks in Michigan are most scared of this year.
This destination was named top 10 in the country in their latest list for best vacations.
This destination was named top 10 in the country in their latest list for best vacations.
Expect a stormy week across Michigan and declining temperatures.
Find out where the registered sex offenders are living in your neighborhood before the kids go out trick or treating.
State Farm released its 16th annual deer-vehicle collision study this month. Here’s what they found for Michigan.
