Former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield, wife to stand trial
Dana Nessel charged the Chatfields in April 2024 with 13 felony charges.
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Dana Nessel charged the Chatfields in April 2024 with 13 felony charges.
Authorities say a Brink's truck driver in Detroit allegedly stole over half a million dollars from 12 ATMs serviced by the company.
A former president of a United Steelworkers union in Ypsilanti, Michigan, is sentenced to six months in prison for stealing $58,000 from the union.
Smith, 52, is also responsible for $48 million in restitution and will be on supervised release for three years once he serves out his sentence.
William Smith's defense team submitted a sentencing memorandum, asking that the court impose a fair sentence and a just sentence and not one driven by sensationalism and other improper influences."
Federal prosecutors are seeking an 18-year sentence for former Detroit Riverfront Conservancy CFO William Smith for embezzling more than $40 million from the Conservancy.
The woman is accused of embezzling money and using the man's credit cards and opening a few in his name, the sheriff's office said.
The former director of a Michigan center pleaded guilty to embezzling money from the facility, according to the Michigan Attorney General's office.
A Detroit woman was charged with felony embezzlement involving money taken from City of Detroit's retirement funds.
A Michigan man is sentenced to 180 days for embezzling thousands of dollars from an elderly woman he befriended.
David White, 68, of Union City, was sentenced Thursday to 4 to 20 years in prison after being found guilty by an Oakland County jury.
A Lawton woman was charged with embezzling from her aunt while acting as her power of attorney, officials said.
Tracie Green, 64, of South Lyon, is charged with three counts of embezzlement from a vulnerable adult.
William Smith pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud and one count of money laundering.
Officials say a 31-year-old Grosse Pointe Woods man allegedly stole more than $350,000 from a local wine shop where he worked.
The former president of United Steelworkers Local 2513 has pleaded guilty to embezzling more than $58,000 from the union.
A Warren nursing home manager was charged in connection to embezzling more than $7,000 from eight vulnerable adults, officials said.
Lisa Marie Tramski, 57, of Burtchville, was sentenced to one year of probation and ordered to $51,600.75 in restitution.
A Michigan man is sentenced to five to 20 years in prison for stealing $26,000 from several businesses, the Michigan Attorney General's office announced.
The woman also failed to report her income on Michigan tax returns and must pay $52,215 in restitution.
A 33-year-old Redford man has been charged with embezzling thousands of dollars from his grandfather.
A Detroit man accused of stealing more than $60,000 from a Third Circuit Court judge has pleaded guilty.
A federal judge granted a temporary restraining order banning the former Detroit Riverfront Conservancy CFO William A. Smith and other individuals from accessing up to $39.3 million in assets.
A former Wyandotte elementary school principal accused of embezzling more than $89,000 of school funds has pleaded guilty.
A 67-year-old woman will stand trial for allegedly embezzling hundreds of thousands of dollars from an elderly man she had a relationship with, the Michigan Attorney General's office announced.
A 22-year-old Inkster man who is accused of randomly stabbing a 63-year-old woman at a Dollar Tree store earlier this week has been charged.
Supporters say it's about separating campaign contributions from government decisions.
Birmingham's new project features three spires rising above the words "Birmingham Welcomes You." The master plan estimates that each large gateway monument costs about $43,000.
Canadian officials said the tariffs set to be imposed on more than 800 U.S. imports are "strategic" and designed to target some states.
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids will open its corn maze season on Sept. 1 with a Dolly Parton theme.
Severe thunderstorms are expected to develop on Wednesday afternoon and evening as a cold front moves through Southeast Michigan.
A boater was killed, with another rescued from the water, after a boat flipped over in Oxbow Lake on Tuesday.
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids will open its corn maze season on Sept. 1 with a Dolly Parton theme.
Supporters say it's about separating campaign contributions from government decisions.
Wayne County health officials on Wednesday reported the county's first human case of West Nile virus in 2026.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids will open its corn maze season on Sept. 1 with a Dolly Parton theme.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
Detroit rapper Eminem joined several others paying tribute to singer and actress Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80.
The Parade Company is preparing for the 100th America's Thanksgiving Parade in downtown Detroit, and this year's grand marshal is businessman Dan Gilbert.
Canadian officials said the tariffs set to be imposed on more than 800 U.S. imports are "strategic" and designed to target some states.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Meta agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion to settle allegations that its social media platforms are addictive.
The Personal Consumption Expenditures index was unchanged from June, highlighting stubborn inflationary pressures.
Wayne County health officials on Wednesday reported the county's first human case of West Nile virus in 2026.
A bat found in Livingston County, Michigan, has tested positive for rabies, the local health department said on Thursday.
Providers, students, clients and community members gathered outside the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan headquarters to urge the organization to pursue solutions that preserve access to care.
The new facility brings a wide range of services together under one roof, including workforce development programs, educational opportunities, behavioral health support and family services.
A human case of West Nile virus in West Michigan was detected through routine screening of a blood donation, health officials say.
The 6-foot-10, 250-pound former NBA player was removed from Sunday's game after he was confronted by Sky guard Natasha Cloud.
Max Clark hit his first home run at Comerica Park and five Tigers pitchers combined to allow one run as Detroit ended a six-game losing streak with a 4-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.
More than two weeks before the Detroit Lions kick off their 2026 regular season, the team unveiled its new uniform on Tuesday.
Detroit's new professional women's hockey team welcomed its star player to Little Caesars Arena on Tuesday, officially introducing Hilary Knight.
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
Michigan voters will decide the future of the “Money Out of Politics” proposal this November.
Birmingham's new project features three spires rising above the words "Birmingham Welcomes You." The master plan estimates that each large gateway monument costs about $43,000.
Wayne County health officials on Wednesday reported the county's first human case of West Nile virus in 2026.
Michigan will receive at least $171 million from the owner of Facebook and Instagram as part of a settlement that Meta Platforms has reached with 47 states, D.C. and three U.S. territories.
A White Lake man is dead, with a Taylor man injured, in the aftermath of a boating accident Tuesday afternoon in Oxbow Lake in Southeast Michigan.