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Livingston County Sheriff Mike Murphy said police departments do their best to screen calls for legitimacy, and checking a few basic things can help.
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Livingston County Sheriff Mike Murphy said police departments do their best to screen calls for legitimacy, and checking a few basic things can help.
A Howell, Michigan, man is suing the Livingston County Sheriff's office for $15 million after he says his civil rights were violated during a traffic stop.
A man who shot a Fowlerville, Michigan, resident in the resident's home on Thursday is dead after the homeowner returned fire, the Livingston County Sheriff's Office said.
A 25-year-old man is accused of throwing multiple Molotov cocktails at a home in Brighton Township, Michigan, and stalking a minor.
Livingston County Sheriff's deputies are increasingly being asked to appear at community meetings because of safety concerns, according to Sheriff Mike Murphy.
The Crouse Road overpass at U.S. 23 in Livingston County was damaged by a northbound truck Thursday.
"We are grateful no significant injuries were sustained by anyone involved," the Livingston County Sheriff's Office said.
The remains of a man, believed to be Jerry Spaulding, have been found in a marshy area in Livingston County.
"Unfortunately, more than likely, it's going to be a recovery at this point," Sheriff Michael J. Murphy said.
Three teens were arrested after leading police on a high-speed chase last week in Livingston County, Michigan.
A Michigan man led Fenton police and Livingston County Sheriff's deputies on a chase last week that ended in a crash outside of Howell.
Both workers were transported to a hospital and are in critical condition.
Armed robbery and weapons charges have been filed in the aftermath of a gas station robbery in Hartland Township.
A motorcyclist was arrested after a high-speed police chase on early Wednesday morning in Livingston County, Michigan.
Pinckney's police department posted on Facebook on Thursday to let people know about the possible change.
A police pursuit of a stolen vehicle traveled on I-96 through mid-Michigan, ending with a crash in Lansing.
The Livingston County Jail has been hit with another lawsuit.
The Livingston County Sheriff's Office says it is connecting with the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office in hopes of solving the disappearance of Michigan woman Paige Renkoski, who was last seen nearly 35 years ago.
John Griswold was held in the Livingston County Jail for less than 24 hours when he died in custody. Now a lawyer for the family said they're one step closer to a jury trial.
All lanes in both directions of I-96 in Livingston County were closed Wednesday afternoon due to a fatal crash.
A driver going over 100 miles per hour crashed a car following a chase with deputies in Livingston County.
The driver, a 24-year-old Lansing man, later reportedly attempted to drive around stop sticks that were placed on westbound I-96 near Mason Road by going through a ditch
If voters approve a proposal in November, Howell could see its first cannabis dispensaries.
Three people were arrested after a scuffle with Livingston County Sheriff's deputies during Shaquille O'Neal's visit to his restaurant, authorities say.
The move has been slammed by civil rights and community groups, who say it "fosters division" and "endangers residents."
Standing in front of what remains of his house, Dale Leübke said the home he lived in for more than four decades is now severely damaged.
Sterling Heights police are investigating after a handgun was found in a preschool student's bag Tuesday morning.
Michigan Senate Republican leader Aric Nesbitt asked the Department of Justice to investigate Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's role in a $20 million grant scandal.
Tarik Skubal's multi-million dollar pitching arm feels better than it has all season.
A Warren man is accused of assaulting two people at a friend's home and then stabbing the family's dog.
The National Weather Service has issued a slight risk forecast for severe weather on Tuesday in an area that includes Metro Detroit.
Standing in front of what remains of his house, Dale Leübke said the home he lived in for more than four decades is now severely damaged.
Sterling Heights police are investigating after a handgun was found in a preschool student's bag Tuesday morning.
Monday's severe weather caused damage across Metro Detroit, and resulted in some school closings for Tuesday in Macomb County.
Michigan Senate Republican leader Aric Nesbitt asked the Department of Justice to investigate Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's role in a $20 million grant scandal.
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.
Michigan is demanding repayment of $35 million from the American Center for Mobility, a key player in autonomous vehicle development.
A bipartisan bill introduced in Washington, D.C., by Michigan Congresswoman Debbie Dingell and Congressman John Moolenaar would prohibit the importation, manufacture or sale of Chinese cars in the United States.
Michigan's average diesel price on Sunday is $6 — the highest ever recorded by the American Automobile Association.
The three commemorative posters are designed by a featured artist representing one of the three distinct art fairs that come together as one.
The Library of Congress revealed this year's list of 25 recordings to be preserved for future generations on the National Recording Registry.
With summer not far behind, the city of Detroit is preparing for the highly anticipated 2026 Ford Fireworks next month.
Motown may be Detroit's most famous sound, but it's far from the only one.
Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate Paul Stanley.
José Ramírez homered and hit a two-run double on a 3-for-4 night, and the Cleveland Guardians beat the reeling Detroit Tigers 8-2.
Within hours after an attack on Monday at the Islamic Center of San Diego, Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan, is calling for funding to protect houses of worship after experiencing a similar incident.
Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, and two suspected shooters were found dead inside a vehicle nearby, police said.
California jury dismissed all charges, finding that Musk missed the three-year statute of limitations to file suit.
The Trump administration announced it's restricting people who don't have U.S. passports from entering the country if they have been in Congo, South Sudan or Uganda amid the Ebola outbreak.
Officials say 21 cases were reported in the state, with 29% of those cases among children.
Michigan has $176 million in opioid settlement funds sitting unused in local government accounts.
Two Michigan health systems and Detroit Public Schools are getting $86.4 million in grants from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for costs that were needed to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, the agency said.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
Teen tobacco use in Michigan is rising again, prompting calls for increased prevention spending.
Tarik Skubal's multi-million dollar pitching arm feels better than it has all season.
José Ramírez homered and hit a two-run double on a 3-for-4 night, and the Cleveland Guardians beat the reeling Detroit Tigers 8-2.
Sunday's win at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, is only his second PGA tour victory, after winning the 2024 Wyndham Championship.
The Detroit Tigers were defeated by the Blue Jays 4-1 on Sunday after Toronto's Vladimir Guerrero Jr. homered and scored twice, and Kevin Gausman pitched six shutout innings.
A Michigan community college student will be the first female welder to represent the United States at a worldwide competition described as the Olympics of the skilled trades.
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.
Life Directions has been helping guide and mentor young people in Detroit.
Robert Costa, the award-winning national correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning and chief Washington analyst for CBS News, talks about Michigan's role in this critical midterm election.
Diallo Smith, CEO of Detroit nonprofit Life Remodeled, talks about its new opportunity hub on the east side of Detroit called Anchor Detroit.
Another risk of severe weather today and tonight. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Karen Carter breaks down what we can expect.
A fast-moving house fire in Canton has left one man dead and an 81-year-old homeowner displaced after flames tore through a home early Tuesday morning.
Monday's severe weather caused damage and havoc across multiple communities in Metro Detroit, and led to some school closings for Tuesday in Macomb County.
President Trump said he had called off plans to launch new attacks on Iran on Tuesday at the request of Persian Gulf allies, citing "serious negotiations" toward a peace deal to end the 81-day war. Bradley Blackburn reports.
Powerful winds brought down part of the roof and walls at an early childhood education center in Barry County, Michigan, on May 18.