Men Plead In $9 Million Ponzi Scheme That Targeted Elderly
Two West Michigan men accused of defrauding investors in a $9 million Ponzi scheme have pleaded no contest to racketeering charges.
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Two West Michigan men accused of defrauding investors in a $9 million Ponzi scheme have pleaded no contest to racketeering charges.
Gov. Rick Snyder Wednesday announced Michigan Strategic Fund action to support nine business expansions expected to generate more than $81 million in investment and add 897 jobs in Michigan.
The latest industry awards and certifications earned by Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups.
The latest industry awards and certifications earned by Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups.
Students in grades 6-12 in West Michigan, who are curious about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) careers, are eligible to win a Kindle Fire, remote-control helicopters, Lego kits and t-shirts at the second annual "What Is An Engineer" demonstration on Tuesday, April 16.
Meijer has expanded its program that supports Michigan small businesses to feature 55 new Michigan-made grocery products in all its stores statewide, Meijer co-chairman Doug Meijer announced Tuesday.
As part of its continuing network investment and ongoing 4G LTE rollout, AT&T has upgraded three additional mobile Internet cell sites in Grand Rapids. AT&T also announced the activation of a new mobile Internet cell site in Rochester Hills.
The Grand Rapids Police Department has a new tool to help keep an eye on motorists in the city.
Steelcase Inc. Tuesday launched Gesture, a new seating system designed in response to the company's latest research about changing postures in the workplace brought about by new mobile devices.
The coordination of health information statewide has taken a major step forward, as Priority Health joins the state's largest health information exchange, Michigan Health Connect.
Grand Valley State University has reached a $40,000 settlement with a student who sued for the right to keep a guinea pig on campus for emotional support.
GE Aviation has signed an agreement with Boeing to provide inertial reference units for wideband phased array satellite communications systems. The production work will take place at GE Aviation's plant in Grand Rapids.
The latest event and meeting notices from Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups
Dematic, a supplier of logistics systems for the factory, warehouse and distribution center, has introduced FlexTruck Easy, a pre-engineered automated guided vehicle system that is offered as a kit.
Nine teens have been ordered to stay home after school officials saw their dance video.
The eight expansions are expected to generate up to $95.8 million in new capital investments and add 789 new jobs in Michigan.
Police in West Michigan responding to a complaint about snowballs fatally shot a pit bull that officers say was sent to attack them.
US Signal, a network and infrastructure provider, announced that it has enhanced its infrastructure as a service offering by adding another cloud ready data center within its Midwest fiber footprint.
Cascade Engineering, a manufacturer serving markets ranging from automotive to recycling to furniture to renewable energy, Tuesday announced a partnership with Atlanta, Ga.-based Numerex Corp. (Nasdaq: NMRX).
The AstraZeneca HealthCare Foundation's Connections for Cardiovascular Health program announced grantd of $155,000 to the Allegiance Health Foundation in Jackson and a grant of $161,950 to Catherine's Health Center in Grand Rapids to support their "Live Heart Smart" initiative.
Adtegrity.com, a Grand Rapids-based company specializing in Internet advertising networks and services, reported its results for the year ended Dec. 31.
The latest staffing, leadership and boardroom news from Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups
IT and database administrators will have a deeper view into systems virtualized with VMware under a new udpate to Blue Medora's updated Oracle Enterprise Manager plugin for VMware.
Grand Valley State University's Van Andel Global Trade Center is organizing a trade mission to São Paulo, Brazil, from May 12-17, in partnership with the Michigan Economic Development Corp.
Students at Grand Valley State University will pay 1.6 percent more for room and board beginning with the fall 2013 semester, according to a vote of the board of trustees vote Friday.
Community violence intervention groups, local organizations and law enforcement partners joined forces on Saturday to send a message that it's time to put an end to gun violence in Detroit.
The Toledo Police Department reported that the shooting occurred near the Old West End Festival.
Police are investigating after the Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor in Ann Arbor, Michigan, was vandalized with antisemitic symbols, officials said on Saturday morning.
The Detroit Tigers notched only two hits in a 4-0 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Saturday afternoon.
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin says his agency is prepared to facilitate trade and travel at the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office says a body recovered from a retention pond in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on Friday is believed to be that of a 24-year-old man who went missing on Monday.
Adam Schingecz says another Pride display in Pinckney was removed.
Madison Heights, Michigan, city employees are working to repair six water main breaks that happened on Friday night, officials said.
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin says his agency is prepared to facilitate trade and travel at the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
If you have outdoor plans to kick off the weekend across Southeast Michigan, you will want to keep an eye on the radar.
American Axle, which is headquartered in Detroit, is a Tier 1 supplier to General Motors. UAW members have launched a strike at its Three Rivers site.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
From classic cruisers to new memories still being made, the Woodward Dream Cruise remains a celebration of Michigan's automotive culture.
If you are planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, remember that the cost of gas this year is noticeably higher than last year.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
Stephen Colbert, former host of "The Late Show," is helping raise money for the Michigan nonprofit Monroe Community Media after appearing on a broadcast of the organization's community access program "Only in Monroe" earlier this month.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
For three days, Detroit is the epicenter of techno music with this Memorial Day weekend tradition, and the music lovers made sure to attend the final day of the Movement Festival on Monday.
The Toledo Police Department reported that the shooting occurred near the Old West End Festival.
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin says his agency is prepared to facilitate trade and travel at the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
The additional payouts come from uncashed settlement funds and will be issued to eligible claimants beginning on June 9.
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
The labor market continues to show strength despite rising inflation and concerns about slowing economic growth.
Now out of the hospital, Tavaun Clark says he's focused on recovering and getting back to what he loves most, playing football this summer.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the two people are accused of providing federal authorities with false statements after arriving at the McNamara Terminal on Jan. 25, 2026.
West Nile virus has been detected among mosquitoes in two locations near Grand Rapids, the Kent County Health Department said.
A Northville dentist is facing 43 felony charges in an alleged Medicaid fraud scheme.
Michigan lawmakers are considering bills to allow doctors to prescribe life-ending medication to terminally ill patients.
The Detroit Tigers notched only two hits in a 4-0 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Saturday afternoon.
Detroit general manager Manon Rhéaume wasted little time in beginning to stock her PWHL expansion team by signing four players, including forward Daryl Watts landing the league's first four-year contract.
Dylan Larkin, captain of the Detroit Red Wings, has requested a trade from the team, ESPN NHL insider Emily Kaplan said on Thursday afternoon.
Detroit Lions rookie wide receiver Kendrick Law is out for the season with a torn knee ligament.
Robert Thompson, a sophomore at Walled Lake Western High School, examined how pressure can affect athletes' mental health and created an award-winning public service announcement.
Four leaders appear in one-on-one conversations on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday to discuss their political futures and the road ahead in the 2026 midterms.
Bob Riney, president and CEO of Henry Ford Health, headlines Michigan Matters this Sunday, along with three other community champions who discuss important issues dissected at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
The roundtable discusses the impact of rising gas prices and friction at the federal level with Canada and the U.S., and how it affects tourism.
Police in Livonia have arrested an individual in connection with two attempted home invasions that happened last month, community groups are working to put an end gun violence in Detroit and other top stories for the evening of June 6, 2026.
President Trump is spending the weekend in New Jersey after a roundtable with farmers in Wisconsin on Friday. During the discussion, Mr. Trump discussed the higher-than-expected employment figures for the month of May. Wendy Gillette reports.
The heat arrives next week.
Community groups want to put an end to gun violence in Detroit. Hundreds of people attended the annual Silence the Violence rally on the city's east side on Saturday. Organizers say the event is about honoring people who have died as a result of gun violence, bringing awareness to ongoing struggles and showing support to those in need.
The Rosedale Grandmont Baseball League in Detroit says it canceled tryouts and practices on Saturday after being alerted by police about talks online of a teen takeover. Julia Avant reports from Stoepel Park where the takeover was supposed to take place.