Ex-MSP Trooper Charged With Murder Of Teen Had Other Taser Misconduct
Mark Bessner is charged with murder in the death of Damon Grimes, but it wasn't his only incident involving a Taser.
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Mark Bessner is charged with murder in the death of Damon Grimes, but it wasn't his only incident involving a Taser.
One of the drivers crossed the center line, police say -- but they're not sure which.
The 17-year-old reached speeds topping 110 mph before going through a red light, causing a fatal crash.
The couple was pulling out of a driveway on Auburn Road, near Rochester Road.
The crash involved four trucks, including one driven by a Michigan man.
The crash closed the roadway for about three hours.
The cause of the crash is under investigation.
Police say the Dearborn Heights man had somehow entered a closed section of the freeway.
The freeway was closed in both directions for an investigation for about five hours
Deputies in dress uniforms carried the flag-draped casket of 50-year-old Eric Overall into Independence Township's Mount Zion Church this evening.
The sheriff's office says the arraignment is expected via video Saturday in district court in Rochester Hills.
Officials say the crash took place in Chelsea on northbound M-52 near Old Manchester Road.
As police closed in on the stolen vehicle, investigators say the suspect crashed into another vehicle leaving a parking lot, killing that driver - a 52-year-old woman.
An elderly man is dead after someone ran a red light in Bloomfield Township and struck his car.
Police say a Michigan State University student who died after being struck by a car last week was from the metro Detroit area.
Police are looking for witnesses as an investigation continues.
All lanes of 18 Mile were closed between Enterprise and Van Dyke for several hours.
The man was repositioning the equipment Saturday afternoon on a Silver Creek Township farm at the time of the accident.
Three people were killed and four seriously injured Friday morning when a car careened off a major highway after it struck a bear.
The Orchard Lake and Walnut Lake roads intersection remained closed for roughly three hours while authorities investigated the crash.
The accident shut down Will Carleton Road, just west of Telegraph Road.
A pastor said he all the victims were likely teens.
Michigan authorities are trying to identify five people killed in a fiery, high-speed crash in Kalamazoo Township.
An investigation is ongoing into the incident Saturday at Rossini and Gratiot in Detroit.
The troopers pursued the ATV east down Rossini Drive, and once they approached Gratiot Avenue the ATV lost control as it jumped onto the sidewalk and crashed into the rear-end of a pickup truck.
Officials across the country have criticized GoFundMe for creating unauthorized financial donation pages for charities and organizations.
Prosecutors allege that the man struck a dog with a leash three times and hit the dog in the face about six times.
A woman has filed a sex discrimination lawsuit against a Michigan business, saying that her "petite" size was a factor in refusing her an employment application.
Iranian officials say more than 170 people were killed in the strike. Neither the U.S. nor Israel has said it was behind the attack, but the Pentagon is investigating.
The Pontiac School District said a teacher "no longer works for the district" in the aftermath of a video that appeared to show a verbal confrontation with a student.
The Pontiac School District said a teacher "no longer works for the district" in the aftermath of a video that appeared to show a verbal confrontation with a student.
A woman has filed a sex discrimination lawsuit against a Michigan business, saying that her "petite" size was a factor in refusing her an employment application.
Initial estimates showed that it would take five to seven years for renovations at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, but lawmakers said on Tuesday they want it done by the end of 2028.
As the war with Iran continues, people in Metro Detroit are worried that they're going to continue to feel the ripple effects at the pump moving forward.
Officials across the country have criticized GoFundMe for creating unauthorized financial donation pages for charities and organizations.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Faster Horses, a multi-day country music festival, will not return this summer to Michigan International Speedway.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
A network of satellites supported 300 rescues across the U.S. and its surrounding waters in 2025, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.
As the war with Iran continues, people in Metro Detroit are worried that they're going to continue to feel the ripple effects at the pump moving forward.
Jaylon Tyson scored 22 points, James Harden added 18 and the Cleveland Cavaliers avenged a recent loss in Detroit by beating the East-leading Pistons 113-109 despite playing without injured star Donovan Mitchell.
Initial estimates showed that it would take five to seven years for renovations at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, but lawmakers said on Tuesday they want it done by the end of 2028.
Six American service members have been killed in the U.S.-Iran conflict, U.S. Central Command said.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Henry Ford Health and Teamsters Local 332 remain locked in a labor dispute over a nurses' contract.
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield on Monday appointed former Dearborn Public Health Officer Ali Abazeed as Detroit's new chief public health officer.
Lawmakers say Green Alerts won't just help bring veterans to safety, but also national guard and active service members.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Jaylon Tyson scored 22 points, James Harden added 18 and the Cleveland Cavaliers avenged a recent loss in Detroit by beating the East-leading Pistons 113-109 despite playing without injured star Donovan Mitchell.
This past weekend was filled with the NCAA indoor track championships, including the Ivy League Championships held at the Nike Track at the Armory in New York City.
The Detroit Lions are shaking up their offense with the release of offensive lineman Graham Glasgow on Monday.
The Lions are trading running back David Montgomery to the Texans in exchange for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs, according to CBS Sports.
Detroit SportsNet, a newly launched cable/satellite television channel, will be the broadcast home of the Tigers and the Red Wings.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
Temperatures continue to warm today and we'll even see some sunshine, too. However, a chance of rain begins tonight. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Karen Carter explains when we'll see rain and a chance of thunderstorms!
A Detroit man has been charged under Michigan's safe storage law after his 6-year-old daughter accidentally shot herself with an unsecured gun in a home.
A Detroit father has been charged after prosecutors say he abandoned his 1-year-old child in a vehicle that was impounded.
A 42-inch water main replacement is near completion along 14 Mile Road in Novi.
Metro Detroit motorists are noticing an increase in gas prices. The murder trial against Dale Warner is moving to closing arguments. Those headlines, other top stories and weather are in our news brief.