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Authorities discussing charges in fatal dog attack

(METAMORA TOWNSHIP) -- Authorities will discuss whether owners of two dogs that fatally mauled a 46-year-old jogger on a rural Michigan road will face criminal charges. Lapeer County Assistant Prosecutor Mike Hodges says that his office is to meet with animal control officers, Metamora Township police and county sheriff's officials. A decision on charges is expected by week's end. A hearing is scheduled Friday on…

Written on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 11:54
PORT HURON: Armed Robbery Suspect still at large

(PORT HURON) -- Port Huron Police say no injuries were reported after an armed robbery Monday night at the Spirits Shoppe located at 3550 Gratiot Avenue. The incident took place at around 9:40 p.m. when a white man with a scruffy beard between 5'10" and 6' tall entered the business and robbed the clerk with a knife. He was last seen wearing dark clothing and…

Written on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 11:53
LAPEER: M-24 at Railroad Tracks will have lane closures July 29 for installation of new crossing gates

(LAPEER) -- Lapeer County motorists are advised that crews will be replacing the crossing gates along the rail crossing at M-24 in Lapeer beginning Tuesday, July 29. Lane closures will be in effect during the project, which is expected to be wrapped up on Wednesday, July 30. Motorists are asked to use caution when driving through the construction zone and to be on alert for…

Written on Monday, 28 July 2014 11:50
Representative Dan Lauwers helps purchase prize lamb on behalf of House Agriculture Committee

(AREA) -- State Representative Dan Lauwers of Brockway Township helped purchase a showcase lamb on behalf of the state House Agriculture Committee during last week's 6th annual Michigan Livestock Auction at the Ag Expo in East Lansing. Along with the House Agriculture Committee, several businesses and the Michigan Farm Bureau helped purchase the lamb. The auction exceeded expectations by raising more than $230,000 with more…

Written on Monday, 28 July 2014 11:38
Suspected meth lab in Elk Township confirmed

(ELK TOWNSHIP) -- Meth lab components discovered by a trained firefighter last week have tested positive. The Sanilac County Drug Task Force began an investigation after the materials were found in a shed under construction in Elk Township, Thursday, July 24. St. Clair County Drug Task Force officers assisted in safely removing the materials from the scene. A suspect has been identified. Sanilac County Drug…

Written on Monday, 28 July 2014 11:35
Two fatal crashes reported in St. Clair County

(ST. CLAIR COUNTY) -- The St. Clair County Sheriff's Department handled two separate fatal crashes over the weekend that involved alcohol. The first took place early Saturday at Braidwood and Masters Roads in Riley Township, just before 1 a.m. Deputies say a vehicle driven by the victim, 36-year old James Lietz of Emmett Township, was traveling north on Braidwood Road when he failed to stop…

Written on Monday, 28 July 2014 11:34
More dogs taken from house after attack on jogger

(METAMORA TOWNSHIP) -- Police and animal control officers have removed five dogs from a Michigan home where two other dogs that fatally mauled a 46-year-old jogger were being kept. The dogs were taken Friday from the Metamora Township house. Police say that the homeowner was not present when the five dogs were taken. Craig Sytsma of Livonia was attacked Wednesday evening by two cane corsos…

Written on Monday, 28 July 2014 11:34
Authorities seeking tips on "at risk" missing person

(CARO) -- Caro Police and Michigan State Police from the Caro Post have issued an "at risk" missing person report for 53-year old Leonard Thompson, last seen at Noon on Wednesday, July 23. He is described as a white man, 5'11" in height, weighing 150 pounds and was last seen wearing a light blue polo shirt, blue shorts, and white shoes with neon green laces.…

Written on Friday, 25 July 2014 17:49
Drug arrests made in Sanilac County

(AREA) -- The Sanilac County Drug Task Force recently arrested four county residents on various drug-related charges as the department investigates the rise in heroin and cocaine use. The felony warrants were authorized by the Sanilac County Prosecutor's Office for delivery/manufacture of cocaine, heroin, and multiple delivery/manufacture of schedule 1, 2, and 3 drugs. Names have been withheld pending arraignment. Residents in Sanilac County are…

Written on Friday, 25 July 2014 17:49
Name of 18-year old victim in Tuscola County crash released

(TUSCOLA COUNTY) -- Tuscola County Sheriff's deputies report that 18-year old Michael Gonzales of Caro was killed in the two-car crash Thursday morning at the intersection of Fairgrove and Colling Roads. An investigation showed that Gonzales was traveling east on Fairgrove when he failed to stop at the intersection and struck a southbound vehicle. Gonzales was pronounced dead at the scene. The couple in the…

Written on Friday, 25 July 2014 11:59

Funtastic Family Fair in Deckerville Aug. 1

(DECKERVILLE) -- Deckerville Community Hospital and Autumnwood of Deckerville are hosting a Funtastic Family Fair on Friday, August 1 at Deckerville Schools from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. There will be health exhibits, demonstrations, and information on community programs promoting health and safety. The Masonic Lodge #392 will be on hand, providing the free child identification program. Each child goes through the process of receiving a dental…

Written on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 12:00
Sanilac County Historical Village & Museum hosting Civil War Days Aug. 2-3

(PORT SANILAC) -- The Sanilac County Historical Village and Museum in Port Sanilac will host their Civil War Days on Saturday, August 2 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, August 3 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The popular event gives a glimpse of life as it was 150 years ago, when the nation was engulfed in the 4th year of its Civil War. Scores of re-enactors,…

Written on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 11:58
Deckerville Homecoming is here again!

(DECKERVILLE) -- Deckerville Homecoming festivities kick off Friday with a book sale at the Deckerville Public Library from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. There will be garage sales through town and the American Legion refreshment tent at Wilson Park is open from 4 p.m.-1 a.m. Also at Wilson Park, check out the horseshoe qualifying matches, the tractor pulls starting at 5 p.m. with concessions on site, and…

Written on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 11:58
Port Sanilac East Ports Blues Fest offers music, food, and antiques!

(PORT SANILAC) -- Music and boat lovers will be in Port Sanilac for the East Ports Blues Fest and Antique Boat Show this Friday, August 1 through Sunday, August 3. Food vendors will be open and proceeds from the refreshment tent will go toward the East Ports Blues Festival Fund. A BBQ chicken dinner will be held at 6 p.m. at the Harbor Park along…

Written on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 11:57

Red Wings agree on 3-year deal with Tatar

DETROIT (AP) - The Detroit Red Wings have agreed to a three-year contract with Tomas Tatar after the left wing was second on the team in goals last season. Tatar's deal is worth $2.75 million per year. The 23-year-old forward had 19 goals and 20 assists in 73 games in his first full season in the NHL. Only Gustav Nyquist scored more goals for Detroit…

Written on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 14:45
Lions postpone talks with Suh until after season

ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Lions are postponing contract talks with All-Pro defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh until after the season. Suh is entering the final season of his contract, and team president Tom Lewand and general manager Martin Mayhew said before practice Monday that negotiations are being tabled. Lewand and Mayhew both expressed optimism that a deal can eventually be reached. If the…

Written on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 14:44
Chase drivers can't attend Homestead tire test

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - NASCAR will not allow championship-eligible drivers to participate in a Goodyear tire test at Homestead-Miami Speedway. But, to ensure fairness, NASCAR will allow all organizations represented in the Chase for the Sprint Cup championship to participate in the Aug. 26 test because Homestead is the site of the title-deciding season finale. Teams will have to send a driver not qualified for…

Written on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 14:43
Playoffs could create chances for Big Ten teams

CHICAGO (AP) - As he watched the BCS championship game last season, Michigan State quarterback Connor Cook could not help but wonder what might have been if a playoff system was in place. No need to wonder anymore. A four-team playoff to determine a national champion is being implemented this season, and that could open some more opportunities for the Big Ten and the other…

Written on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 14:42
David Freese's late HR puts Angels past Tigers 2-1

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - David Freese hit a tiebreaking homer off Joba Chamberlain in the eighth inning, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Detroit Tigers 2-1 Sunday for their third straight victory. Erick Aybar scored from second base on Rick Porcello's poor pickoff throw in the fifth for the Angels, who improved the majors' second-best record to 63-41 in the finale of a 10-game…

Written on Monday, 28 July 2014 11:53
Caldwell has a chance to win right away with Lions

ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Lions are beginning training camp under another new coach - but for once, there's no long rebuilding project ahead. Jim Caldwell spoke to reporters Sunday, which was reporting day at training camp for Detroit's veterans. The team will practice Monday. The Lions haven't won their division since 1993 and have only one playoff victory since winning the 1957…

Written on Monday, 28 July 2014 11:52