Patrick Lyoya's family speaks out after prosecutor's decision to not pursue retrial
The original trial ended in a hung jury earlier this month.
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The original trial ended in a hung jury earlier this month.
A Michigan police officer who fatally shot a Black man in the back of the head after a tumultuous traffic stop will not face a second trial.
The trial of a Michigan police officer charged with second-degree murder in the fatal shooting of a 26-year-old Black man has ended in a mistrial.
A judge has declared a mistrial and ended the proceedings in the murder trial of former Grand Rapids (Michigan) officer Christopher Schurr, who was charged after the death of Patrick Lyoya in 2022.
A jury in Michigan is struggling to reach a verdict in the murder trial of a police officer who shot a Congolese immigrant after a routine traffic stop.
Jurors have begun deliberating over whether former Grand Rapids police officer Christopher Schurr was justified when he shot and killed Patrick Lyoya, a 26-year-old Congolese immigrant, in April 2022.
A Michigan police officer who killed a man with a shot to the back of the head is testifying in his own defense at his second-degree murder trial.
A Michigan jury is considering whether a police officer was justified in fatally shooting a Black man who had taken the officer's Taser and was facedown in a struggle.
Former Grand Rapids police Officer Christopher Schurr is on trial in the death of Patrick Lyoya, a 26-year-old Congolese immigrant who was shot and killed by the officer three years ago.
Schurr is charged with second-degree murder, which carries a maximum sentence of life in prison with the possibility of parole.
The Michigan Supreme Court has cleared the way for a police officer to face trial for second-degree murder in the death of a man who was shot in the head.
The Michigan Court of Appeals has denied a request to reconsider its earlier opinion stating that a former Grand Rapids police officer should stand trial for murder in the 2022 killing of a Black motorist.
Michigan's Court of Appeals has ruled that a former police officer should go to trial for a murder charge in the 2022 killing of a Black motorist.
A court hearing is underway Wednesday in the case against Christopher Schurr, who shot Patrick Lyoya in the back of the head after a morning traffic stop in Grand Rapids turned into a short foot chase and vigorous struggle.
A Michigan city has been dismissed from a lawsuit over the fatal police shooting of a Black motorist.
City leaders say policing reforms and outreach to Grand Rapids' Black community, including the clergy, helped to keep the peace after Lyoya's slaying. Others believe the reform efforts have been slow and their impact superficial at best.
A former Michigan police officer who shot a Black motorist in the back of the head during a struggle over a Taser should not have to stand trial, the defendant's attorneys argued as they urged a judge to dismiss the case.
Attorneys Ben Crump and Ven Johnson held a press conference Wednesday to announce a civil lawsuit on behalf of Patrick Lyoya's family.
A former Michigan police officer who shot a Black motorist in the back of the head will stand trial for second-degree murder, a judge said Monday.
A judge is expected to rule by next week on whether a former Michigan police officer who fatally shot a Black motorist in the back of the head during a struggle over a Taser will stand trial for second-degree murder.
A judge in Grand Rapids, Michigan, began hearing evidence to determine if Christopher Schurr will stand trial for second-degree murder in the April death of Patrick Lyoya. The legal standard at this stage is probable cause, a low threshold.
Rahm Emanuel, former mayor of Chicago and White House Chief of Staff for Barack Obama spoke to members of Detroit's Economic Club on Tuesday at the Masonic Temple.
Highs are forecast to reach near 60 degrees, well above average for this time of year.
A Washtenaw County judge on Tuesday granted a motion for an evidentiary hearing for ex-Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore, saying that prosecutors made an omission.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died at age 84, visited the Metro Detroit area many times over the years. Local religious leaders and politicians weigh in on his legacy.
Hamtramck police are investigating after a man was found shot to death in an alley early Tuesday morning.
A Washtenaw County judge on Tuesday granted a motion for an evidentiary hearing for ex-Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore, saying that prosecutors made an omission.
Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison says the two incidents happened in the last few months, on Dec. 16, 2025, and Feb. 9, 2026.
Dearborn Public Schools issued a letter to parents Monday, saying it will research "alternative photography vendors" for its students.
The death of a man whose body was found on Monday in Oakland County is being investigated as a homicide, authorities said.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died at age 84, visited the Metro Detroit area many times over the years. Local religious leaders and politicians weigh in on his legacy.
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.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
Robert Duvall was in such classics as "The Godfather," "To Kill a Mockingbird," "M*A*S*H," "The Great Santini" and "Tender Mercies."
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
For the first time, a major U.S. automaker is putting a team up against the European giants of Formula One. Can Cadillac be a contender?
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny took the stage on Sunday dressed in all white, donning a jersey with his last name, Ocasio, and the number 64.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Rahm Emanuel, former mayor of Chicago and White House Chief of Staff for Barack Obama spoke to members of Detroit's Economic Club on Tuesday at the Masonic Temple.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died at age 84, visited the Metro Detroit area many times over the years. Local religious leaders and politicians weigh in on his legacy.
More than half of jobs in manufacturing and transportation could be automated over the next 20 years, according to Oxford Economics.
The DNA profile was recovered from gloves found during the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie in Arizona.
Warner Bros. Discovery said that Paramount Skydance is considering enhancing its buyout offer for the entertainment company.
What started as food poisoning for a young boy in Clinton Township turned into years of organ failure.
Officials announced eligibility for mothers and babies in the city of Detroit.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
Legionella testing at Oakland County government facilities has detected the bacteria in the water systems of two additional buildings.
A Washtenaw County judge on Tuesday granted a motion for an evidentiary hearing for ex-Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore, saying that prosecutors made an omission.
Lucas Raymond of the Detroit Red Wings was Sweden's best player and perhaps one of the best in the entire men's hockey tournament at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Mikaela Shiffrin, who is the winningest athlete on the World Cup circuit, has now failed to win a medal in eight straight Olympic events since the 2018 Winter Games in PyeongChang.
Michigan is in a position to be No. 1 in the AP Top 25 men's college basketball poll because the program had financial support to make moves in the transfer portal and coach Dusty May has developed a selfless culture that money can't buy.
Lindsey Vonn, the 41-year-old Olympic veteran from Colorado, also reflected on her Olympic crash, saying, "I don't have regrets."
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?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Rahm Emanuel, former mayor of Chicago and White House Chief of Staff for then-President Barack Obama, spoke to members of Detroit's Economic Club on Tuesday at the Masonic Temple.
The partial government shutdown over funding for the Department of Homeland Security remains as negotiations continue.
A Washtenaw County judge on Tuesday granted a motion for an evidentiary hearing for ex-Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore, saying that prosecutors made an omission.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died at age 84, visited the Metro Detroit area many times over the years. Local religious leaders and politicians weigh in on his legacy.
The death of a Metro Detroit man whose body was found near a Proud Lake boat launch on Monday is being investigated as a homicide, the Oakland County Sheriff's Office said.