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New bill would require schools in Michigan to teach water safety education to help prevent drownings

State Representative Donni Steele (R-Orion Township) has introduced House Bill 4477, aiming to implement water safety education in Michigan schools. The proposed legislation would require the Department of Education to develop a comprehensive water safety program for students, focusing on essential skills like proper use of flotation devices, supervision, and swimming techniques. “We live in

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Teen fatally shot, suspect on the run

An investigation is underway after a fatal shooting Sunday night in Detroit. The shooting occurred on Irvington Street, near 7 Mile and I-75, around 10:30 p.m. According to witnesses at the scene, an 18-year-old was outside when an unknown suspect approached and shot him in the head. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The

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Detroit man charged after stealing nearly $600,000 while working as Brink’s delivery driver

View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) A Detroit man has been charged with theft and embezzlement following the disappearance of over half a million dollars from multiple ATMs. According to a criminal complaint filed in federal court, Antwaun Daniels, a former employee of Brink’s Inc., allegedly embezzled $592,160 while delivering

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2 dead, 2 injured including 12-year-old girl after shootout between groups

View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) Two people are dead, and two others, including a child, are injured following a shooting in Detroit on Friday evening. The incident occurred on Patton Street, near Fenkell and Evergreen. According to police, two groups were involved in a shootout. A 40-year-old woman and

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Eastpointe shooting investigation underway

An investigation is underway after a shooting in Eastpointe on Friday afternoon. The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. near 8 Mile and Kelly. According to authorities, a sedan pulled up to the victim’s van and fired multiple shots. One person was struck several times, including in the head, and was rushed to the hospital. Their

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Former teacher charged with inappropriately touching 2 kids who were family members

A Southfield man has been charged after two children under the age of 10 came forward with allegations of criminal sexual Conduct. Lawrence Edward Miles, 69, a family member of the victims, is facing three counts of First-Degree CSC and two counts of Second-Degree CSC. The charges stem from incidents that allegedly took place between

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Starting today, I-696 closes in both directions for next 10 days

Starting today, May 9 at 9 p.m., westbound I-696 will shut down entirely between I-75 and M-10 for a 10-day stretch as crews demolish the Church Street plaza bridge. The closure will remain in place until 5 a.m. Monday, May 19. EB I-696 has been closed since March. According to MDOT, the demolition will remove

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19-year-old woman charged with murder after shooting at Foot Locker leaves 2 dead, 2 injured

A 19-year-old woman involved in the deadly Foot Locker shooting in Eastpointe has been formally charged and is set to be arraigned today. Lakylia Sheila Taylor, 19, was charged with the following felonies, according to court records: • Second-Degree Murder • Felony Firearm • Assault with Intent to Murder • Tampering with Evidence • Carrying

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‘John R Resolve’: Detroit, highland park, & Sheriffs launch major operation

A large-scale, multi-agency operation called “John R Resolve” was launched today, aiming to combat criminal activity and improve the quality of life along the John R. corridor, stretching from McNichols to 8 Mile. The operation is a zero-tolerance initiative with participation from the Detroit Police Department, Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, Highland Park Police Department, Detroit

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Student Injured After Shooting on School Bus in Front of High School

Police in Redford Township are investigating after a student was shot on a school bus Wednesday afternoon. The incident is unfolding at Thurston High School, in the area of Inkster & I-96. It happened after school was dismissed and students were on their way home. Students on the bus tell MDN they heard a loud

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