News Summary Mark Craft, a 39-year-old from Mancelona, Michigan, faces four counts of writing non-sufficient fund checks totaling $19,000 for the purchase of cattle. The Michigan State Police initiated an investigation in May 2025 after checks were returned due to insufficient funds. Craft’s next court appearance is scheduled for September
News Summary Dr. William J. Murdoch, a family practice physician from Franklin, Michigan, was arrested for soliciting sexual conduct with a minor. The U.S. Marshals apprehended him following an undercover investigation by the ICAC unit, where he communicated explicit intentions to engage with a 5-year-old girl. This alarming case has
News Summary Dr. William J. Murdoch is facing extradition to Florida on charges of soliciting sexual conduct involving a child after an undercover investigation revealed alarming online interactions. The investigation, led by the Port St. Lucie Police Department, uncovered disturbing messages and a troubling pattern of searches related to child
News Summary A 25-year-old man from Lansing, Michigan, was sentenced to two years of probation after submitting fraudulent grant applications to the Michigan Department of Treasury. Leslie Buck pled guilty to multiple counts of perjury and using a computer to commit a crime, related to the ‘Growing MI Business’ grant
News Summary On July 31, 2025, the Michigan Supreme Court ruled against strict limitations in employment contracts related to civil rights claims, allowing challenges based on reasonableness. This ruling arose from a case involving wrongful termination where previous court decisions upheld a 180-day limit for legal action. Employers must now
News Summary In a landmark ruling, the Michigan Supreme Court has determined that the smell of marijuana alone does not constitute probable cause for law enforcement to search a vehicle. This decision overturns a 25-year precedent and reflects the evolving legal context surrounding marijuana use in the state since its
News Summary On July 26, 2025, a mass stabbing attack at a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan, was thwarted by courageous bystanders, including Marine veteran Derrick Perry. The assailant injured 11 patrons, from ages 29 to 84, before Perry intervened, utilizing his firearm to disrupt the attack. Authorities confirmed multiple
News Summary A 42-year-old man has been charged with terrorism and assault after stabbing 11 people at a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan. The attack, involving a folding knife, occurred on July 26 and left multiple victims with injuries. Fortunately, all are expected to survive, although some remain in serious
News Summary Paul and Christy Akeo from Michigan have filed a lawsuit against Palace Resorts following a month-long detention in Mexico linked to a timeshare disagreement. The couple claims that they were falsely accused of fraud after disputing over $116,000 in charges related to their timeshare membership. Their legal action
News Summary Candice Williams, a 35-year-old woman from Genesee County, has been charged for allegedly calling in a fake bomb threat to cancel her appointment with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. The incident led to a major emergency response, including evacuations and safety sweeps, ultimately deemed unfounded.
