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Suspect fatally shot after police pursuit in Macomb County
Former Flint officer charged with assault with intent to murder in Genesee Township shooting
Former Flint officer Corey Graves faces assault with intent to murder, felony-firearm and misconduct charges after a Genesee Township shooting.
8 Officers on Leave After Fatal Kalamazoo County Standoff
Eight Kalamazoo-area law enforcement officers are on paid leave after a 36-year-old man died following a 10-hour armed standoff in Ross Township.
Nathan Matthews Dies After Van Buren County Traffic Stop
Nathan Matthews, 41, died after a Van Buren County traffic stop and suspected ingestion of unknown substances. Michigan State Police are investigating.
Michigan prisoner asks judge for transfer from Women's Huron Valley amid medical concerns
A Michigan prisoner is asking a federal judge to order her transfer from Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility, citing worsening medical concerns.
Family disputes Detroit police shooting of teen near Ford Fireworks
Alonzo Lee-Perkins, 18, was shot by a Detroit officer near the Ford Fireworks; his family disputes the police account.
Battle Creek Teen Detainment Sent to Community Oversight Board
Battle Creek officials referred Jeremiah Spearman's June 14 police detention to the Community Oversight Board after bodycam footage raised community concerns.
74-year-old man sues Livingston County Sheriff’s Office over alleged excessive force during stroke
Livingston County Sheriff's Department sued for excessive force following medical emergency
Lawmakers call for MDOC director to resign following multiple deaths at women’s prison
Three women have died at the Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility over the last month, raising concerns among lawmakers.
Ecorse Police Shooting After Domestic-Violence Call Under Review
An Ecorse officer-involved shooting after a domestic-violence call is under investigation after police said a man charged officers with a box cutter.
Isaiah Kirby Family Seeks Unedited East Lansing Police Video
Isaiah Kirby's family is demanding complete body-camera and dash-camera footage after the MSU senior was killed by East Lansing police.
Davison Water-Gun Prank Nearly Leads to Police Shooting
Davison officials say a senior water-gun prank nearly turned deadly after a student surprised an officer investigating a possible burglary call.