Farmington Hills

A couple accused of running a human trafficking ring through massage parlors was charged in Oakland and Wayne counties. Paul Richard Katterman II and Zixuan Wan were charged with multiple counts, including human trafficking and keeping a house of prostitution. Authorities allege that the women were forced to live and work under harsh conditions for minimal pay in locations such as Commerce Township, Farmington Hills, and Westland.

Paul Richard Katterman II and Zixuan Wan were accused of running a human trafficking ring in Oakland and Wayne counties. Authorities alleged that they forced women into sex work under harsh conditions at illicit massage parlors located in areas such as Commerce Township, Farmington Hills, and Westland.

A fire started at a home in Farmington Hills after an apparent lightning strike struck Monday morning around 5 a.m. Firefighters arrived quickly to extinguish the blaze on the back side of the house. Neither the first responders nor the family's occupants were injured, and officials emphasized the importance of having weather-related plans and working smoke alarms.

Jeremy Moss has won the Democratic nomination for Michigan’s 11th Congressional District, defeating three other candidates. He will face Troy Mayor Ethan Baker, who ran unopposed in the Republican primary. The district includes Troy, Royal Oak, Farmington Hills, Pontiac, and other parts of Western Oakland County.

A 33-year-old Livonia man is charged with four counts of criminal sexual conduct against an 11-year-old girl. He previously owned a parkour gym in Farmington Hills, which has since been sold, and the new owner has severed all ties with him.

A Farmington Hills homeowner, David Cavanaugh, claims Consumers Energy dug a 4-5 feet deep and 6 feet wide hole in his yard over a year ago and has not repaired it, creating a safety hazard. Cavanaugh has contacted both the city and Consumers Energy, who recently acknowledged his complaint but have yet to provide a solution.

The Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) plans an $81 million project to replace six miles of water main in Farmington Hills following a series of recent water main breaks.

The Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) will announce plans to improve a 48-inch water main along 14 Mile Road in Oakland County, which has experienced multiple breaks in recent years, causing water outages and boil advisories. Previous repairs in 2021 aimed to extend the pipe's service life, but recurring failures have prompted renewed efforts to enhance system reliability.

Wildfire smoke from Northern Ontario has caused severe air quality in metro Detroit, leading to closures and cancellations of parks, events, and facilities including the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, Belle Isle Aquarium, and Red Oaks Waterpark.

The FBI and local police arrested a Guatemalan man in connection with a 25-year-old murder case in Farmington Hills dating back to 2001.

A fugitive wanted in a 2001 Farmington Hills murder was arrested in Guatemala and extradited to the United States. Edgardo Luis Perez, 44, is charged with felony murder in connection with the death of Gordon Machek, whom he allegedly befriended to steal money before fleeing. Perez was arraigned in Michigan and denied bond.

Edgardo Luis Perez, 44, was arrested in Guatemala after evading capture for 25 years in the 2001 murder of Gordon Maychek in Farmington Hills. Perez, charged with Felony Murder, allegedly befriended Maychek at a health club, leading to his disappearance and eventual murder, though his body was never found. Perez was extradited to the U.S. and is scheduled for an arraignment via Zoom.

A child nearly drowned at a swim school in Farmington Hills, but staff members rescued her.

An 8-year-old girl survived a non-fatal drowning incident at Goldfish Swim School in Farmington Hills. Emergency responders, including police and fire officials, were present and provided assistance.

A Farmington Hills man was sentenced to 6-15 years in prison for a fatal hit-and-run involving a drunk driving incident in Detroit that killed a 40-year-old woman. Cameron Lee Sims pleaded no contest to five charges, including operating while intoxicated causing death and leaving the scene of a fatal accident.

Over 19,000 DTE customers in metro Detroit remain without power on the fifth day of outages caused by severe weather. Residents report financial and health challenges from generator fuel costs, takeout meals, and heat, while DTE has deployed 4,000 workers and aims to restore power by Tuesday night. DTE CEO Joi Harris acknowledged the $42 credit offered to customers is insufficient.

Zeff Nikollbibaj, 34, was charged with first-degree murder after allegedly killing his 78-year-old grandmother, Ana Nikollbibaj, at their shared home in Farmington Hills. A judge denied bond, citing public safety concerns, and prosecutors described the case as a shocking example of domestic violence.

A senior living facility in Farmington Hills, American House, remains without full power after storms caused outages in Southeast Michigan. Residents rely on oxygen and CPAP machines, raising health concerns as backup generators provide insufficient support. DTE Energy estimates power restoration by late Monday but faces criticism for lacking adequate emergency infrastructure.

Zeff Nikollbibaj, 34, was denied bond after being charged with first-degree murder and felony firearm for allegedly killing his 78-year-old grandmother, Ana Nikollbibaj, in their Farmington Hills home. The judge cited public safety concerns, and prosecutors described the case as a 'reminder that domestic violence takes many forms.'

Police are investigating a 'domestic violence-related' homicide at a home in Farmington Hills. The suspect is in custody, and authorities remain on the scene as the investigation continues. Witnesses reported seeing multiple police cars at the 31000 block of Middlebelt Road in the Franklin Knolls neighborhood.