Macomb County

Forgotten Harvest's Healthy Food, Healthy Kids program distributes 100,000 free lunches to children in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties during the summer, addressing food insecurity through donor funding and volunteer efforts. The initiative supports organizations like Mint Artists Guild, which employs youth in Detroit, ensuring consistent meals for children when school cafeterias are closed.

$15 million in renovations are coming to St. Clair Metro Park in Harrison Township over the next three years. Key upgrades include a renovated north marina, a half-mile accessible bike trail, boardwalk replacement, and an electrical grid overhaul.

A person of interest is in custody after a hit-and-run in Oakland County critically injured a child. Macomb County is launching a pilot project to remove algae from Lake St. Clair. An inmate in Macomb County has been charged with first-degree murder following a cellmate attack. The US and Iran are escalating conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.

Macomb County officials are launching a three-year pilot project this fall to remove M. wollei algae muck from Lake St. Clair using $800,000 in state funding, with contractors Dean Marine & Excavating and Sediment Lakes Aquatic Management. The project aims to study removal techniques and address the environmental issue affecting residents and businesses. Officials emphasize the need for long-term state and federal financial commitment for a lasting solution.

A three-year pilot program will begin removing algae muck from Lake St. Clair shorelines in Harrison Township and St. Clair Shores this fall, funded by nearly $900,000 in state funds. The initiative aims to study the lake bed and explore long-term solutions for Microseira wollei muck, which has caused beach closures, foul odors, and limited water access for residents.

Huntington Bank announced the closure of 13 Michigan branches by the end of August as part of a distribution network review. The closures affect multiple counties, including Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb, with customers directed to nearby branches, ATMs, and digital services. The bank has not confirmed layoffs but plans to reassign impacted employees.

Federal prosecutors have charged Drew Boehme and Thomas Durham with conspiracy to sexually exploit a minor and conspiracy to receive child pornography. Both men are accused of coercing a teenage girl into sex acts.

A crash has closed all westbound lanes of I-94 at 12 Mile Road in Macomb County, causing traffic backups and prompting officials to urge motorists to avoid the area. Details about injuries, vehicle numbers, or the cause remain under investigation, with no estimated reopening time provided.

Kayvon Briscoe Hall, 21, was convicted of second-degree murder and felony firearm charges in the fatal shooting of his partner, Roger Willie, 63, in Warren. The jury reached a verdict in under two hours after a five-day trial, with sentencing scheduled for August 19.

Republican Robert Lulgjuraj suspended his campaign for Michigan’s 10th Congressional District, citing President Donald Trump’s endorsement of Army Capt. Michael Bouchard as leaving him without a viable path to victory. The race now includes Bouchard, Justin Kirk, and Steffan Demetropoulos for the Republican nomination, with Democrats Eric Chung, Tim Greimel, and Christina Hines also competing.

Matthew Lewinski, 42, of Clinton Township, was sentenced to life without parole for murdering his girlfriend Jerri Winters in December 2020 and concealing her body in their apartment's basement for seven months. He was convicted of first-degree murder, disinterment, and concealing the death.

Michigan schools are expanding pre-K programs by converting elementary schools into early childhood centers and using state funding for 68,000 children. Districts like Roseville Community Schools are consolidating pre-K programs into dedicated buildings to streamline operations and attract families to the K-12 pipeline.

Jordan Ellington, 34, was sentenced to 20 to 48 months in prison for assaulting his 77-year-old grandmother with a belt. The Macomb County jury convicted him in May 2026, and the judge imposed a sentence above the state's recommended range.

A specialized taskforce from Macomb County seized 200 grams of fentanyl, 8 grams of methamphetamine, and two stolen handguns in a Detroit raid. The Michigan State Police assisted in the operation, which also recovered an undisclosed amount of money and jewelry.

Fifth Third Bank has completed its acquisition of Comerica, with Michigan customers transitioning to Fifth Third's systems starting Sept. 8. The merger includes branch closures but promises expanded branch options in key areas like Detroit and Southeast Michigan. Comerica Park's potential name change to Fifth Third Park remains undecided.

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.

Severe thunderstorm watches and extreme heat warnings are active in multiple counties across Southeast Michigan on Friday, July 3, with alerts lasting until 10 p.m. and 8 p.m., respectively. The alerts cover Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Monroe, Livingston, Lenawee, Lapeer, Genesee, St. Clair, and Sanilac counties.

Priority Waste CEO Aaron Johnson outlined a five-point recovery plan to address service failures and complaints in Southeast Michigan, including fleet expansion, staffing increases, and customer service improvements. The company has purchased 198 trucks and hired 41 new drivers as part of its efforts to restore reliability.

Metro Detroit is under an Extreme Heat Watch with temperatures near 100°F and high humidity from Tuesday to Thursday. The article lists multiple cooling centers in Wayne and Macomb Counties, including locations like the 20th District Court, Caroline Kennedy Library, and various senior centers.

Residents in Washington Township demand transparency after emails revealed secret discussions between the township and a data center developer. The emails, obtained via a Freedom of Information Act request, showed plans for a data center on land zoned for recreation and rural use, requiring rezoning. Prologis, the developer, later withdrew its application.

Kim Mathers, ex-wife of Detroit rapper Eminem, has two bench warrants issued by a Macomb County judge for missing three court hearings related to two drunken driving cases. Prosecutors allege she violated her alcohol-monitoring device four times since May 28, following an OWI-third offense charge. Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido emphasized concerns about public safety and judicial compliance.

A 20-year-old Macomb County man was sentenced to 10-50 years in prison for second-degree homicide after a drunk driving crash that killed 26-year-old Austin Southwell. Jack Robb, who was 17 at the time, was driving 90 mph through a red light in Shelby Township on Jan. 7, 2024, and was found guilty in May 2026. He was also ordered to pay $12,000 in restitution.

Kim Mathers missed her Wednesday sentencing for a February hit-and-run crash. She pleaded no contest in May to operating a vehicle while intoxicated and leaving the scene, and was later arrested for another intoxicated driving incident. A probable cause hearing is scheduled for June 24 related to the new charge.

A Birmingham homeowner apologized for traffic congestion caused by a pool party, Sterling Heights addresses fireworks safety concerns ahead of July 4, and a Macomb County man faces federal charges for tampering with a rifle linked to the Oxford High School shooter. Gas prices in Michigan have dropped to their lowest level since April.

A Macomb County man, Eleazareli Maycock, faces federal charges for removing a rifle's serial number and possessing a weapon marked with the phrase 'There is no God,' a slogan linked to the Oxford High School shooter. Federal investigators found the serial number was intentionally scratched off, and Maycock allegedly praised other mass shooters online, including New Zealand attacker Brenton Tarrant.

A popular waterfront event venue in Macomb County, MacRay Harbor, reopened after an electrical fire caused significant damage and forced the cancellation of 65 events. The venue's grand reopening on June 18 featured renovations to all interior elements, including flooring, lighting, and carpets, with community and local vendor support credited for the recovery.

Severe weather is possible in Metro Detroit on June 17 as storms move through Southeast Michigan. Flood Watch alerts are active in 11 counties until 4 a.m.

A Flood Watch has been issued for most of Southeast Michigan from Wednesday into Thursday morning due to severe storms, with 1-2 inches of rain expected and localized areas potentially receiving 3 inches or more. Severe weather risks include damaging winds, large hail, isolated tornadoes, and flash flooding, particularly impacting the evening commute.

A 4Warn Weather Alert has been issued for Southeast Michigan on Wednesday, June 17, due to heavy rain, flash flooding, and severe thunderstorms. The storm system is expected to impact the evening drive with reduced visibility and potential for damaging winds, large hail, and isolated tornadoes.

A 4Warn Weather Alert has been issued for Southeast Michigan, with heavy rain, flash flooding, and severe thunderstorms expected this evening. A Flood Watch covers multiple counties through Thursday morning, as rainfall could cause road flooding and drainage issues, with the heaviest rain between 8 p.m. and midnight.

Thunderstorms have occurred in Southeast Michigan on Tuesday, June 16, with a severe thunderstorm warning issued for Oakland County until 2 p.m. Other counties in the region have no active advisories or warnings.

An 18-year-old Detroit man, Rajah Jamir Pritchard-Dixon, was arrested and charged with breaking and entering a motor vehicle and attempted larceny after being linked to multiple thefts of Ram infotainment systems in Macomb County. Authorities recovered four stolen infotainment systems during a search warrant execution, and the Macomb Auto Theft Squad is investigating 29 similar thefts reported since April.

A 16-year-old girl died in a car crash in Macomb Township after a disabled Chevy Malibu was struck by a Lincoln MKX on Fairchild Road. The girl was trapped in the burning Malibu, while other occupants were hospitalized. The identities of the involved individuals were not disclosed.

A jury acquitted former Warren police officer James Burke of all charges, including involuntary manslaughter, related to a 2024 high-speed crash that killed Cedric Hayden Jr. and Dejuan Pettis. The crash occurred when Burke's patrol vehicle, driven at 114 mph without sirens or lights, collided with a Dodge Durango during a left turn. The trial focused on whether Burke's actions constituted criminal negligence or an unavoidable accident.

A 16-year-old girl was pronounced dead following a crash around 1:45 a.m. in Macomb Township. The incident occurred in Macomb County.

A 45-year-old Macomb County man was arrested on multiple charges including child sexual abuse and possession of child sexually abusive material after a Troy Police Department tip led to a home search in Washington Township. Brock Delia-Shea faces charges such as aggravated child sexually abusive material, child sexually abusive activity, and using a computer to commit a crime, with a $500,000 cash bond set.

The federal government is investigating potential noncitizen voters in Macomb County, Michigan, following a county clerk's discovery of 15 possible cases. The Department of Homeland Security sent a subpoena for voter data, which the county says it will cooperate with, as noncitizen voting has become a political issue for Republicans.