News Summary On July 30, 2025, Michigan State Police raided an unlicensed marijuana operation in Baldwin, seizing over 13,400 plants and hundreds of pounds of cannabis, valued at over $10 million. The raid revealed serious compliance issues, raising public safety concerns about unregulated marijuana cultivation. Multiple arrests were made and
News Summary Criminals have exploited Michigan’s outdated SNAP Bridge Card system, resulting in significant financial losses. Over $14 million was stolen from food benefits in 2024 alone, revealing vulnerabilities that fraudsters capitalize on. State officials are proposing upgrades to the system, but concerns remain about access for low-income residents. Legislation
News Summary Michigan State Police confiscated over 13,400 marijuana plants and dried cannabis worth more than $10 million from an unlicensed grow operation in Baldwin. The operation, located in a former manufacturing facility, has raised significant health concerns due to the lack of regulatory oversight. Multiple arrests have been made,
News Summary The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued cease-and-desist letters to six online gambling platforms operating without state authorization. This enforcement action aims to protect consumers from risks associated with unregulated gambling, including financial exploitation and the absence of consumer protections. The MGCB emphasizes the importance of dealing
News Summary Todd Bernstein, a 67-year-old financial advisor from Birmingham, Michigan, has been charged with four counts of insurance fraud involving elderly clients. Following an investigation by the Michigan Attorney General’s office, Bernstein allegedly submitted misleading annuity applications, raising serious concerns about consumer trust in financial advisory practices. The case
News Summary The Michigan State Police seized over 13,400 marijuana plants and significant quantities of dried cannabis during a raid on an unlicensed grow operation in Baldwin. Authorities emphasize the health risks of unregulated cannabis as the case unfolds. The operation was found without licenses and may face legal repercussions
News Summary A stabbing incident at a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan, on July 26, 2025, has resulted in eleven individuals injured, with six in critical condition. The police apprehended a 42-year-old suspect shortly after the attack, which appeared random in nature. Local and federal authorities are investigating the incident
News Summary Candice Williams, a 35-year-old woman, was arrested for allegedly making a false bomb threat to avoid an appointment at the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. The threat led to an evacuation and significant emergency response, highlighting the serious implications of such hoaxes. Charged with a felony,
News Summary The Michigan Attorney General’s office has launched an investigation into a ticket resale scheme allegedly operated by Pure Tonic Marketing, which posed as an official ticket vendor for Hill Auditorium. Consumers reported being misled and charged exorbitant prices for tickets meant for events at the University of Michigan.
News Summary A gunman armed with an AR-15-style rifle opened fire at Crosspointe Community Church in Wayne, Michigan, during Sunday services. Brian Anthony Browning was killed by church security after firing multiple rounds, leaving one church staff member injured. Authorities are investigating the motive behind the shooting, which remains unclear.
