Lansing Police Standoff Follows Neighbor Dispute

Lansing police have released additional information about a standoff early Wednesday morning at a home on Shepherd Street between Kalamazoo Street and I-496.

Police say the standoff stemmed from shots fired at the home during a dispute between neighbors. Officers took a 45-year-old man into custody. His name had not been released as of Wednesday morning.

Eaton County Receives $2.5 Million for Flood Relief Project

Eaton County has received $2.5 million in state grants to help reduce the cost of a major intercounty drain project designed to address chronic flooding near the Eaton-Ingham County line.

The project is expected to cost approximately $60 million overall. The grant funding will reduce assessment costs for property owners and other entities that had already been assessed more than $12,000 toward the project.

Refund checks are expected to be issued before the end of the year.

Lansing-Area Gas Prices Near $5 Per Gallon

Gas prices surged Wednesday, with prices reaching approximately $4.99 per gallon at many stations across the Lansing area and elsewhere in Michigan.

The increase puts prices within about a quarter of a dollar of AAA Michigan's record high of $5.22 per gallon, set in June 2022 during the early stages of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Three Ingham County Intersections Listed Among Most Dangerous

A study by Michigan Auto Law identifies three intersections in Ingham County as among the area's most dangerous.

The intersections listed are:

• Saginaw Street and North Homer Street
• Grand River Avenue and North Howard Street
• Saginaw Street and Frandor Avenue East

The first intersection on the list is near the Frandor Shopping Center and U.S. 127.

Kalamazoo Street Construction Begins

Lansing commuters should also prepare for road construction on Kalamazoo Street.

Work is scheduled to begin Thursday on Kalamazoo Street between Pennsylvania Avenue and Mifflin Street. The project is expected to continue through November 20.

East Lansing Parking Changes Coming

Parking availability in East Lansing is expected to decrease soon.

The city says the western portion of the Bailey Street parking lot will close October 2 after the property's owners terminate their contract with the city.

The city-owned portion of the parking lot will remain open, but the number of available spaces will be significantly reduced.

Charlotte Post Office Closer to Being Named for Pearl Harbor Hero

The U.S. House has unanimously approved legislation to rename the post office in Charlotte after a Medal of Honor recipient.

The legislation, sponsored by 7th District Congressman Tom Barrett, would designate the facility as the Francis C. Flaherty Post Office Building.

Flaherty, a U.S. Navy ensign, was recognized for his actions during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. Barrett said the naming is a tribute to Flaherty's bravery, devotion to duty and sacrifice.

Lansing police are investigating reports of shots fired early Wednesday morning inside a home on Shepard Street near Kalamazoo Street.

Several roads in the area were blocked off as police responded. No additional details had been released by authorities at the time of the newscast.

Ricin Exposure Update

State health officials are allowing residents to safely reoccupy part of the Tyden Lofts apartment building in Hastings following a ricin exposure incident earlier this month.

Officials with the Barry-Eaton County Health Department say they observed what appeared to be castor beans in one apartment. Castor beans contain ricin, a naturally occurring poison. The apartment was evacuated last Thursday night.

Capitol Avenue Closing for Sewer Work

Lansing commuters are being reminded that Capitol Avenue is closing between Cesar Chavez Avenue and Kilborn Street beginning Wednesday for sewer construction.

The closure is expected to remain in place through November 13.

Funeral Services Held for Williamston Siblings

Funeral services were held Tuesday for two Williamston siblings who died after the bicycles they were riding were struck by an SUV.

Twelve-year-old Calvin Shepard died at the scene of the September 5 crash. His 13-year-old sister, KaraLee, died five days later from complications from her injuries, according to a Facebook post from the children's mother.

A fundraiser organized by the Lansing Michigan Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has raised tens of thousands of dollars for the family.

The 64-year-old Williamston woman driving the SUV remained at the scene. No arrests have been made and no charges have been announced. The investigation remains ongoing.

Michigan Sex Offender Registry Shrinks After Court Ruling

Nearly half of the people listed on Michigan's sex offender registry have been removed following a state Supreme Court ruling involving offenses committed before 2011.

Michigan State Police say approximately 20,000 people were removed from the registry, reducing the number of registered offenders from about 43,000 to 23,000.

Civil Rights Charge Filed Against Michigan Corrections

The Michigan Civil Rights Department has filed a formal charge against the Michigan Department of Corrections, accusing the agency of discriminating against and retaliating against a prisoner while he was on a religious fast.

The Department of Corrections says it disagrees with the charges. A hearing before an administrative law judge will be held at a later date.

GM, Bedrock Seek $548 Million in Detroit Public Subsidies

General Motors and real estate developer Bedrock are seeking $548 million in tax breaks and other public subsidies over 30 years as part of a proposed $2.2 billion redevelopment of Detroit's Renaissance Center and East Riverfront.

The financial details were unveiled Tuesday night during a public community benefits meeting.

Michigan BluesFest Begins in Lansing

The 31st annual Michigan BluesFest gets underway Wednesday night in Lansing's Old Town District.

Indoor concerts are scheduled Wednesday and Thursday at UrbanBeat before the festival moves outdoors Friday and Saturday, with three stages planned for the weekend.

Three juveniles arrested after East Lansing officer assaulted with bear spray

Three juveniles are in custody following an incident in downtown East Lansing in which police say an officer was assaulted with bear spray.

According to East Lansing police, the officer was on foot patrol early Sunday morning when bear spray was discharged from a passenger in a passing vehicle.

The city is also reminding residents about its curfew ordinance, which prohibits anyone under 18 from being in certain public places between midnight and 6 a.m.

Lansing-area road closures begin this week

Drivers in Lansing should prepare for several road closures beginning this week.

Capitol Avenue between Cesar Chavez Avenue and Kilborn Street is scheduled to close Wednesday for sewer construction. The closure is expected to remain in place through November 13.

Beginning Thursday, Kalamazoo Street between Pennsylvania Avenue and Mifflin Avenue will close for road construction. That closure is scheduled to continue through November 20.

Delhi Township park upgrades to be unveiled

Officials in Delhi Township are scheduled to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday to celebrate improvements at Centennial Farms Park.

The park, located at Aurelius Road and Garden Gate Drive, is receiving new playground equipment, including climbing structures and slides.

MSU receives $4.6 million grant to study medication effectiveness in women

Michigan State University is participating in a nationwide collaboration examining how hormonal changes in women can affect the effectiveness of medications.

MSU has received a $4.6 million grant from the National Institutes of Health for the research.

According to the university, clinical trials have often failed to account for hormonal changes women experience throughout their lives, including changes associated with menstrual cycles, pregnancy and menopause, as well as medications that affect hormone levels.

Researchers say the lack of consideration for those changes could contribute to medications being less effective and could result in more severe side effects for women than for men.

Nessel praises Supreme Court decision on voting and mail

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is applauding a U.S. Supreme Court decision rejecting restrictions sought by the Trump administration involving mail and voting.

In a statement, Nessel said the court "did right by the American people" and characterized the president's efforts as a "failed power grab."

The administration had sought to have states provide the U.S. Postal Service with basic voter information that would have been attached to a unique barcode.

Abbott agrees to pay more than $384 million over manufacturing violations

Health care company Abbott has agreed to pay more than $384 million after being accused of violating federal manufacturing requirements at facilities in Michigan and Arizona.

Federal prosecutors say the Illinois-based company, which manufactures and sells infant formula, committed the violations at its plant in Sturgis, Michigan, as well as at a facility in Arizona.

Ford recalls more than 223,000 vehicles

Dearborn-based Ford Motor Company is recalling more than 223,000 vehicles in the United States because of concerns involving fuel tanks.

Federal officials say certain fuel tanks may be leaky or improperly secured and could detach from a vehicle while it is being operated.

The recall affects certain Ford F-150 pickup trucks from model years 2023 through 2027.

Lansing City Council to Hold Brownfield Hearing

The Lansing City Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing tonight on a Brownfield plan for a redevelopment project in the 400 block of Cedar Street in Lansing’s Stadium District.

The project calls for the rehabilitation of a two-story commercial building described as functionally obsolete. The redevelopment would receive more than $870,000 in Brownfield funding and represents a total capital investment of more than $3.8 million.

Road Work Underway in Charlotte

Drivers in Charlotte should expect lane restrictions beginning today as two resurfacing projects get underway.

Single-lane closures are scheduled for Cochran Avenue between the I-69 Business Route and Beech Highway, as well as on M-79 between Bostwick and Gale Streets.

The projects are expected to continue through early November.

Lansing Plant Employees Facing Layoffs

Up to 67 plant employees in Lansing are being laid off by Dakkota Integrated Systems.

The company, which supplies interior cockpit systems for the GM Grand River plant, says the temporary job losses will take effect December 31.

The layoffs follow the closure of Dakkota’s Lansing 2 plant on Grove Road.

Ricin Confirmed at Hastings Locations

Barry-Eaton County Health Department officials have confirmed the presence of ricin following a potential exposure incident involving an apartment complex and the emergency department at Corewell Health Pennock Hospital in Hastings.

Health officials have issued emergency orders restricting access to the affected apartment complex while environmental sampling, risk assessment and potential remediation efforts are conducted.

Ricin is a potentially deadly poison, and officials are continuing to assess the situation.

Michigan Gas Prices Rise

AAA Michigan is reporting a statewide average gasoline price of $4.31 per gallon to begin the new week.

That represents an increase of 28 cents compared with the same time last week.

In the Lansing area, the average price rose 38 cents over the past week to $4.34 per gallon.

Fireball Meteor Spotted Over Michigan

A fireball meteor was spotted across Michigan Sunday night.

Michigan storm watchers and other weather-monitoring sites reported that the meteor appeared to fall and break apart somewhere over Lake Huron or Ontario.

The assessment is based on camera footage recorded from a landscape in Cheboygan facing east-northeast.

The meteor sighting adds a striking nighttime event to a busy start to the new week across Mid-Michigan.

Communities across the Lansing area are marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks with remembrance ceremonies and events honoring those who lost their lives.

The city of Lansing is holding its annual 9/11 remembrance ceremony this morning at Wentworth Park. The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m.

Grand Avenue is closed between Ottawa Street and Michigan Avenue to accommodate the event. The road closure is expected to remain in place until approximately 10:30 p.m.

The anniversary commemorates the victims of the attacks at the World Trade Center in New York, the Pentagon and the crash of United Airlines Flight 93 in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

MSU Trustees to Consider $66.7 Million in Construction Projects

Michigan State University trustees are scheduled to vote today on two major construction projects totaling $66.7 million.

The board will consider a $42.5 million addition to the university's packaging building, as well as construction of a new $24.2 million transportation services building.

The Board of Trustees' bi-monthly meeting is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. in the Hannah Administration Building.

Lansing Murder Conviction

A 37-year-old man has been convicted in connection with the 2024 killing of a Lansing man whose body was later dismembered.

An Ingham County jury found Marcus Hayes guilty of first-degree premeditated murder and mutilation of a body in the death of 25-year-old Zaccari Taylor.

Hayes is one of three people charged in the case. He is scheduled to be sentenced next month.

Williamston Girl Dies After Crash

A 13-year-old Williamston girl has died from injuries sustained in a crash involving an SUV and two children riding bicycles in Leroy Township.

Michigan State Police say the SUV struck the bicycles of the girl and her 12-year-old brother last Saturday on Grand River Avenue.

The boy died at the scene. Police said both children were wearing helmets and that drugs and alcohol are not considered factors in the crash.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Michigan Senate Race Intensifies

The war of words between the candidates in Michigan's U.S. Senate race is continuing.

Republican nominee Mike Rogers made comments about Democratic opponent Abdul El-Sayed during the GOP midterm convention in Dallas Wednesday night. Rogers accused El-Sayed of being sympathetic to terrorists and contrasted their positions on America and Michigan.

El-Sayed has responded with an online video game titled "Come Home Mike."

In the game, players navigate Rogers back to Michigan from Florida aboard his yacht while being presented with choices involving lowering prescription drug prices, ending the trade war with Canada and ending the war in Iran. The game does not offer "yes" as an available choice.

The Rogers campaign has not commented on the video game.

Frontier Days Continues in Charlotte

Charlotte Frontier Days continues today at the Eaton County Fairgrounds.

Today is being billed as a free family fun day, with activities including bounce houses and obstacle courses.

The annual rodeo is scheduled for 7 p.m. tonight.

Officials in Webberville are considering bringing back the village’s police department, which was disbanded in the early 1990s.

The proposed restoration would cost the village more than $400,000 annually, with costs expected to increase by 8% each year for the next three years. The village’s current policing contract with the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office is scheduled to expire at the end of 2026.

A public hearing on the proposal is scheduled for September 28.

East Mount Hope Avenue Set to Reopen

The City of Lansing is expected to announce the reopening of East Mount Hope Avenue following a lengthy road construction project.

The city’s Public Service Department is also expected to provide updates on road projects that have been completed, are currently underway or are planned for next year. That includes additional information about the Kalamazoo Street repaving project planned for this fall.

Major Road Closures Coming to DeWitt and Charlotte

Drivers in the region should prepare for several upcoming road projects.

In DeWitt, ramps from westbound I-69 to both directions of US-127 are scheduled to close beginning Monday for concrete patching. The closures are expected to remain in place through October 16.

In Charlotte, resurfacing work on portions of M-50 and M-79 is also scheduled to begin Monday and continue through November 9.

Lake Lansing Park South Partially Reopens

Lake Lansing Park South is partially reopening following severe thunderstorms that knocked down dozens of trees last week.

Ingham County Parks says intermittent closures will continue while crews work to clean up storm damage.

Former Michigan Hockey Players Sue Over Abuse Allegations

Sixteen former University of Michigan men's hockey players are suing the Ann Arbor school, seeking an unspecified amount of money over allegations of sexual abuse.

According to the newscast, the plaintiffs played for the Wolverines between 1984 and 2001. The lawsuit contains graphic allegations, which the former players describe as sexualized torture.

The University of Michigan had not immediately commented.

Michigan Reconsiders Enbridge Line 5 Tunnel Permits

Michigan environmental regulators are reconsidering permits issued in July for the Enbridge Line 5 tunnel pipeline project.

The move does not cancel the permits, but it adds further uncertainty to a project that is already years behind schedule.

The development also comes amid pressure from Governor Gretchen Whitmer to prevent Enbridge from continuing to pump oil through the Straits of Mackinac while the tunnel project’s future remains unsettled.

EHD Detected in Michigan Deer

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the first statewide cases this year of epizootic hemorrhagic disease, or EHD, in free-ranging whitetail deer.

Cases have been confirmed in Ingham County and three other Michigan counties.

EHD is transmitted through the bite of an infected midge and can be fatal to deer. The DNR says there is no evidence that the virus can infect humans or household pets.

Eaton County commissioners are preparing to vote on a proposed 2027 fiscal year budget following a special meeting Tuesday night.

The proposed spending plan comes after the county made significant reductions last year, including cuts affecting the Sheriff's Road Patrols and Animal Control.

During Tuesday's meeting, Eaton County Controller Ben Dawson said the previous reductions created an opportunity for the county to reinvest funding in areas where it is needed.

“We did big cuts last year that made it possible for us to move forward reinvesting that money where we needed,” Dawson said, adding that the goal is to help the county remain strong and secure while eventually rebuilding services.

The Board of Commissioners has scheduled a vote on the proposed spending plan for Wednesday, September 16.

Mason City Council Meeting Canceled

The Mason City Council canceled its scheduled meeting Tuesday night because of damage caused by thunderstorms last week.

The city described the damage at City Hall as involving critical equipment. Officials have not released additional details about the extent of the damage.

No rescheduled meeting date had been announced.

East Lansing Announces Annual Water Main Flushing

Residents of East Lansing are being advised that the city will begin its annual water main flushing program later this month.

The process is scheduled to begin September 21 and is expected to continue for two to three weeks.

Flushing will take place on weekdays between 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Consumers Energy Delays Decision on Michigan Hydroelectric Dams

Consumers Energy is extending the timetable for deciding whether to sell 13 hydroelectric dams in Michigan.

The utility is giving itself an additional 60 days to address regulatory concerns related to the proposed sale to Confluence Hydro.

The delay comes as regulators continue to review issues surrounding the potential transaction.

Jocelyn Benson Discusses Technology and Privacy During Lansing Health Care Roundtable

Democratic gubernatorial candidate and Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson discussed several issues during a health care roundtable in Lansing Tuesday, including the use of technology and privacy concerns.

Benson emphasized the importance of allowing technology to advance while protecting individual privacy.

She pointed to Michigan's efforts to establish guardrails surrounding artificial intelligence and elections.

“We need to allow technology to grow and enhance our lives, but not at the expense of our privacy,” Benson said.

Benson said Michigan has been among the first states to put protections in place regarding the use of artificial intelligence in elections and election communications.

New Poll Shows Close Michigan Governor's Race

New polling data indicates a competitive race for Michigan governor.

A Glenn Gariff Group survey conducted for The Detroit News and WDIV-TV shows Benson leading Republican John James by four percentage points, a margin that falls within the poll's margin of error.

The same poll shows a close race for the U.S. Senate.

Republican Mike Rogers holds an approximately 1.5-point advantage over Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, according to the survey.

Michigan Students React to Controversial Football Finish

University of Michigan students are reacting to the fallout from Saturday night's controversial 13-12 Wolverines victory over Western Michigan.

An appeal filed Tuesday by the Mid-American Conference was later rejected by the NCAA.

Some Michigan students said the team has areas to address as the season continues.

One student described the outcome as an unfortunate way to begin the season and said the Wolverines need to take accountability and move forward.

“You never want to start a season on a mishap,” the student said.

The student added that Michigan needs to improve and avoid performances like the one against Western Michigan.

Road construction projects are getting back underway across the Lansing area and Michigan following the Labor Day weekend.

Around 60% of construction projects that were paused Friday to help ease holiday traffic resumed Monday. Two new projects also began in Clinton County, including the closure of the US-127 Business Route between Centerline and Taft roads in St. Johns for culvert replacement work. The project is expected to continue until November.

Drivers on I-69 can also expect single-lane closures in both directions between US-127 and the Shiawassee County line. The work involves concrete patching and is also expected to be completed in November.

Meanwhile, Potterville Public Schools welcomed students back as the district followed its traditional post-Labor Day start to the new school year. Most other major school districts across the region began classes last month.

Two Hospitalized After Lansing East-Side Crash

Two people were taken to the hospital following a two-vehicle crash on Lansing's east side Sunday night.

Police said the crash happened at approximately 10:30 p.m. at the intersection of Saginaw and Marshall streets. Authorities said the injuries were not considered life-threatening, and drugs and alcohol are not believed to have been factors.

Authorities Provide Updates on Holiday Weekend Boating Incidents

Authorities also released updates on two boating incidents that occurred over the Labor Day weekend.

In Ottawa County, two people were hospitalized after a boat overturned Sunday night on Lake Macatawa.

Meanwhile, authorities in Grosse Pointe suspended their search for a 74-year-old man who fell overboard Saturday night in Lake St. Clair.

New Polling Highlights Michigan Political Races

With 56 days remaining until Election Day, new polling is offering a look at where Michigan's major political campaigns stand heading into the fall election season.

The most recent EPIC-MRA poll, conducted Aug. 22 through Aug. 28, showed Democrat Abdul El-Sayed leading former Republican Congressman Mike Rogers 47% to 43%, with a four-point margin of error.

A RealClearPolling average covering polling through Aug. 28 showed El-Sayed with a 46.9% to 44.6% advantage.

In the race for governor, Democrat Jocelyn Benson held a 49.5% to 42.7% lead over Republican John James in the RealClearPolling average. The EPIC-MRA poll showed a closer race, with Benson leading James 45% to 41%.

Thousands Participate in Mackinac Bridge Walk

Approximately 34,000 people took part Monday morning in the 68th annual Mackinac Bridge Walk.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer was among those participating in what was her final bridge walk as Michigan governor.

Michigan State University is alerting students that Berkey Hall is temporarily closed Thursday while law enforcement investigates a potential threat.

According to the university's alert system, classes scheduled inside Berkey Hall will be held remotely for the day. MSU says there is no indication of a threat to the broader campus.

Meanwhile, Lansing police are investigating whether two deaths along the Lansing River Trail could be connected.

Police say a 57-year-old man was found unconscious Sunday on the River Trail in Old Town near Cesar Chavez Avenue. The man later died from his injuries. Investigators say his death could potentially be connected to the August 22 stabbing death of 22-year-old Daniel Lusk, who was also found along the River Trail near Michigan Avenue. The investigation remains ongoing.

In Meridian Township, police are searching for a person reported missing Wednesday near Okemos High School. Officers describe the individual as a 5-foot-9, 200-pound biracial male with facial hair. He was reportedly wearing a light-colored shirt, gray basketball shorts and bright blue shoes.

Mason Mayor Faces New Recall Effort

A new recall effort has been launched against Mason Mayor Russell Whipple over a recently drafted zoning ordinance that would restrict data center activity.

The first recall attempt was dismissed because of an error in the petition language. The Ingham County Election Commission is scheduled to review the new petition language September 18.

Hillsdale County Sheriff Pleads Not Guilty

Hillsdale County Sheriff Scott Hodshire pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges of obstruction of justice and official misconduct.

Hodshire is accused of leaking information to a suspect or the suspect's family regarding an ongoing theft investigation involving a sheriff's office in Ohio.

Michigan Voting Measure Heads to Supreme Court

Michigan Attorney General and Solicitor General are asking the U.S. Supreme Court to reject a proposed citizens-only voting ballot measure that supporters are attempting to place on the November ballot.

The proposed constitutional amendment failed to qualify for the ballot following a deadlock last week by the Board of State Canvassers. Supporters of the measure are requesting a Supreme Court injunction, with the deadline for ballot language to be presented to the Secretary of State set for Friday.

Two Michigan U.S. Senate Debates Set

Michigan's U.S. Senate candidates will face off in at least two debates ahead of the November election.

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers have agreed to debate October 21 in Detroit. The first debate is scheduled for October 8 in Grand Rapids.

Michigan Officials Warn Travelers About Firewood

As residents prepare to travel for Labor Day weekend, Michigan officials are reminding drivers not to transport firewood long distances.

The Michigan departments of Agriculture and Rural Development and Natural Resources say firewood is one of the most common ways invasive insects and plant diseases can spread to new areas.

Officials with Michigan's Invasive Species Programs and the Don't Move Firewood campaign are encouraging travelers to purchase firewood at or near their destination instead of transporting it across long distances.

A jury has found 60-year-old Jacobo Montalvo of Lansing guilty of murder and unlawful imprisonment in connection with the 2023 abduction and killing of 29-year-old Alicia Gallegos.

According to the case, Gallegos was kidnapped in downtown Lansing before she was killed. Her body was later discovered along a rural road in White Oak Township.

Montalvo faces a sentence of life in prison without parole. His sentencing is scheduled for late October.

Police Identify Man Killed in Lansing Crash

Lansing police have identified the man killed in a two-vehicle crash on Grand River Avenue Sunday.

Police say 25-year-old Rain Norris died in the crash near Raymond Drive on Lansing’s north side. Investigators believe speed may have been a factor in the collision. The investigation remains ongoing.

35 Arrested During MSU Welcome Week

East Lansing police reported 35 arrests during the weekend surrounding Michigan State University’s Welcome Week festivities.

Thousands of students returned to campus and downtown East Lansing, leading to large crowds around area bars and along city streets. Police increased their presence with additional patrols, drones and assistance from a Michigan State Police helicopter.

From Friday, Aug. 28, through Sunday, Aug. 30, authorities reported 35 arrests, 134 citations and 348 calls for service.

Man Killed by Amtrak Train in Jackson County

A 35-year-old man was struck and killed by an Amtrak train near the Jackson County Airport Monday night.

The Blackman-Leoni Department of Public Safety said the man was struck by the train before his body was discovered on the tracks along Wildwood Avenue early Tuesday morning.

Authorities say they do not suspect foul play.

Hillsdale County Sheriff Facing Felony Charges

Hillsdale County Sheriff Scott Hodshire is scheduled to be arraigned Wednesday on felony charges.

Court records show the 59-year-old sheriff is charged with obstruction of justice and misconduct in office. The allegations involve the disclosure of confidential information from an ongoing investigation to a suspect and/or the suspect’s family.

Neither the sheriff’s office nor the Michigan Attorney General’s Office has commented on the case, according to the newscast.

New Poll Shows Democrats Leading Michigan Races

A new survey from Michigan State University’s Institute for Public Policy and Social Research shows Democratic candidates leading in the races for Michigan governor and U.S. Senate.

Among likely voters, Jocelyn Benson leads John James by nine percentage points in the gubernatorial race. In the Senate contest, Abdul El-Sayed leads Mike Rogers by five points.

The survey is reported to have a four-point margin of error.

Supreme Court Sets Deadline in Michigan Ballot Proposal Case

The U.S. Supreme Court has given Michigan election officials until noon Wednesday to respond to an emergency request involving a proposed ballot initiative that would require citizenship verification for voters.

Americans for Citizen Voting filed the lawsuit last week after the Michigan Board of State Canvassers deadlocked in a 2-2 vote following a dispute involving individual petition signatures.

New University of Michigan President to Earn $2 Million Annually

The University of Michigan Board of Regents approved a new contract Tuesday for incoming university president Cybele Raver during a special meeting.

Under the five-year contract, Raver is set to earn $2 million annually. Her term as president is scheduled to begin Dec. 1.

The contract comes as the university prepares for a change in leadership later this year.

Vice President J.D. Vance was in the Detroit area Monday campaigning for Republican candidates and responding to comments made by Michigan U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed involving Vance's wife and family.

Speaking with Fox News during a stop in Sterling Heights, Vance criticized El-Sayed for bringing family members into political attacks.

Vance said candidates should focus criticism on him rather than his wife, grandmother or other members of his family. He also said he did not know El-Sayed's wife and urged candidates to keep families out of political disputes.

Man Killed in Lansing Rollover Crash

Lansing police have confirmed a 25-year-old man was killed in a rollover crash involving two vehicles Sunday.

The crash happened around 4:30 p.m. at the intersection of North Grand River Avenue and Raymond Drive. Police said the man was found critically injured and later died at the scene.

Investigators believe speed may have been a factor in the crash. The investigation remains ongoing.

U.S. 127 Business Route to Close for Culvert Project

Drivers in Clinton County should prepare for a road closure beginning Tuesday, Sept. 8.

A box culvert replacement project will close the U.S. 127 business route between Centerline and Taft roads. The closure is expected to remain in place through early November.

Detours will be posted for motorists traveling through the area.

Preliminary Examination Continues in John Skelton Case

The preliminary examination continued Monday for a Lenawee County man accused of killing his three sons in 2010.

A police officer testified about a wellness check at the home of John Skelton. During the check, investigators found electrical cords that had been cut, along with a noose hanging from an upstairs banister.

The three boys' bodies have never been found.

Citizenship Voting Proposal Heads to U.S. Supreme Court

An emergency appeal has been filed with the U.S. Supreme Court after a proposal seeking to require Michigan voters to prove their citizenship status before voting was blocked from appearing on the November ballot.

The Michigan Board of State Canvassers deadlocked along party lines last week over whether the petition contained enough valid signatures.

The legal challenge now moves to the nation's highest court.

Michigan Reports First 2026 EEE Case in Domestic Animal

Michigan health officials have confirmed the state's first case of Eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE, in a domestic animal in 2026.

The case was identified in a horse in Clare County. Officials said the colt was under-vaccinated and was humanely euthanized.

A human case of the mosquito-borne disease has also been reported this year in Roscommon County.

Health officials continue to urge residents to take precautions against mosquito bites, particularly in areas where EEE has been detected.