Former Police Officer Facing Felony Misconduct In Office Charges

Former Genesee Township Police Officer Kenneth Chase was charged for his actions following a traffic crash involving a relative.

ICSO: 81-Year-Old Holt Woman Injured After Striking Dead Cow on Okemos Rd

Happened just after Mason woman struck cow and calf.

Lt. Gov. Gilchrist Ends Bid for Michigan Governor, Now Running for Secretary of State

Fellow Democrats, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Genesee Co. Sheriff Chris Swanson to square off in August primary.

Gov. Whitmer Attends Christening Ceremony for USNS Lansing

Celebrates Michigan’s role as a leader in defense manufacturing and national security.

DTE Energy Processing Fees Beginning in March

The company says a processing fee will be going into effect March 2.

Popular Breakfasts & Lenten Fish Dinners At Local Parish

St. Mary Catholic Parish in Pinckney hosts very popular country-style breakfast events once a month, along with upcoming Lenten fish dinners.

FCS Welcomes New Principal At Little Glad Early Childhood

Fowlerville Community Schools announced Molly Moulton has been selected as the new principal.

New Slate Of Officers For Brighton District Library Board

The new officers were elected at the Board’s January meeting and will serve one-year terms.

Former Corrections Officer To Stand Trial For Criminal Sexual Conduct

22-year-old Joshua Lee allegedly engaged in multiple sexual acts with several prisoners while working at the Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility.

MDNR: 2026 Black Lake Sturgeon Season Opens February 7th

Registration is open for the 2026 lake sturgeon fishing season on Black Lake in Cheboygan County.

MI AG Petitions MPSC for Rehearing on DTE Data Center Special Contracts

“I remain extremely disappointed with the Commission’s decision to fast-track DTE’s secret data center contracts without holding a contested case hearing.”

Brighton Street Closures Jan 12-16

Main Street Monday morning. Nightly closures in the Brighton Lake Road area all week.

Michigan EV Fees Spike Under Road Funding Deal, Now Nation’s Highest

Annual registration fees for light-duty EVs are increasing from $160 to $267, while plug-in hybrid fees are going from $60 to $113. That’s on top of the state’s base registration fees, which apply to all vehicles and vary depending on the vehicle’s value.

Livingston Co. Board of Commissioners Elects Nick Fiani New Chairman

Commissioner Jay Drick moves to vice chair.

Parole Granted For Man Convicted Of Kidnapping, Raping Local Woman In 1993

67-year-old Floyd Jarvi was sentenced to 25-60 years in prison for his assault, rape, and kidnapping of Wendy Jo Morrison of Brighton.

OCSO Honors "Holly Hero" With Lifesaving Award For Bush Lake Rescue

Wade Wines is being dubbed a “40-year-old Holly hero” who rescued a 36-year-old man after he crashed through the lake while snowmobiling.

Barrett Announces Winners Of 2025 Congressional App Challenge

A Crop Farming App developed by students at Okemos High School won 1st place.

MDNR’s Free Snowmobile Weekend Starts Saturday

The DNR says grab your friends, ride, and test out 6,000-plus miles of Michigan's snowmobile trails.

Two Women Seriously Injured in Head-On Crash on M-59 in Oceola Twp

Investigators: 18-year-old Jeep driver passed several cars, crossing the center line into oncoming traffic.

Man Sentenced to 12-50 Years in Prison for Fatal Wrong-Way Crash on I-96

Killed Milford native visiting from Washington state.

MI Public Health Leaders Urge Parents to Stay on Schedule with Vaccines

Influenza, measles and pertussis continue to pose serious risks.

Man Charged In Shooting Death Sentenced To Life In Prison

24-year-old Reese Hammie was sentenced to life in prison without parole on a charge of pre-meditated 1st degree murder.

Green Oak Township Passes Election-Related Audits With "Flying Colors"

Clerk Michael Sedlak delivered a report during Wednesday night’s Board of Trustees meeting.

PBS, NPR Expected To Continue Operations After Federal Funding Cuts

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting announced this week it would be dissolving due to Congressional defunding - saying “What has happened to public media is devastating".

Two Men Hospitalized After Head-On Crash Wednesday Morning

Both drivers had to be extricated.

Gordie Howe Bridge To Give Detroit Walkable & Bikeable Link To Canada

The Gordie Howe International Bridge is set to open in early 2026 - creating a way to walk, bike, or drive into Canada from Detroit.

Nessel says House GOP Violated Separation of Powers

State Rep. Ann Bollin pushes back on Attorney General Dana Nessel after she issued a formal opinion on a disapproval mechanism.

Lyon Twp Residents Sound Off on Proposed Data Center

Information meeting scheduled 7 pm January 22 at South Lyon East High School.

Former Tyrone Twp Trustee Tucker Appointed to Fill Board Vacancy

Replaces Sara Dollman-Jersey, who resigned last year.

Doe Derby Donates Nearly 50 Deer to Gleaners

The very first Doe Derby in Livingston County donates nearly 4,000 pounds of venison to Gleaners of Southeast Michigan.

Nominations Sought For 2026 Brighton Area Women’s History Roll of Honor

Nominations are due January 31st.

Hamburg Township Library To Host Winter Music Series

The Library’s Winter Music Series will present “World Music with Paul Vornhagen and Aron Kaufman” on January 17th.

High Speed Chase & Crash Tuesday Afternoon

A man was taken into custody following a high-speed chase and crash through Livingston and Ingham Counties.

Driver Hospitalized With Minor Injuries After Crash On M-36

Police report a vehicle slid off the roadway and struck a utility pole causing low-hanging wires across M-36 in Hamburg Township.

Congressman Barrett Unveils New Lansing Office

The new location also allows all visitors to access the office easily through the ADA-compliant main entrance and elevators.

Brighton's Weaver Earns Pro Bowl Honors in Flag Football

One of 32 girls nationwide to participate in San Francisco next month.

Radon Action Month Testing Could Save Lives

EPA: Radon responsible for about 20,000 lung cancer deaths each year.

Saline Man Killed In Snowmobile Crash

A 61-year-old Saline man passed away due to the injuries sustained in the crash that happened over the New Year's holiday weekend in Mackinac County.

Meeting Minutes & Interview Process For Vacant Seat Questioned In Genoa Township

The Board of Trustees meeting in reference was December 15th.

Parents: Resolve To Learn New Parenting Skills In 2026 With LACASA

Classes for parents of young children and teens begin this month.

Open Interviews Tuesday for School Bus Drivers

Positions are available for Lake Fenton Community Schools and start at up to $23.50 per hour.

50th Annual “Banished Words List” Released By Lake Superior State University

Respondents to the annual Michigan college survey of overused and misused words and phrases say “6-7” is “cooked”.

Report: Abuse, Neglect Common in Michigan Nursing Homes

At least 5,915 cases of abuse, neglect, exploitation or quality of life and care violations among the 15,471 total citations for violations ranging from incomplete paperwork to poor care

Macomb Co. Man Held Without Bond in Murder of Milford Man

Funeral for 26-year-old Peyton Bilbia is Wednesday in Grand Blanc.

Genoa Township Hosting Town Hall On Former MDNR Property

The township purchased the 77-acre property at the southeast corner of Brighton and Chilson Roads and work done by a consultant hired by the board will be reviewed.

Michigan Lawmakers Consider Bill That Could Shape Future Of Jet Fuel

The proposal would create a tax credit to expand sustainable aviation fuel, which advocates say is a cleaner alternative made from renewable sources such as corn, soybeans, or waste products.

AAA: Four Resolutions To Save Lives In The New Year

The Auto Club Group says the leading causes of fatal crashes are all preventable.

Man Sentenced in Fatal 2022 Crash in Tyrone Twp

Killed 46-year-old Fenton woman, seriously injured passenger.

Heart of Michigan Closing Jan. 31, Owners Retiring

Final sales begin Jan. 6.

SEMCOG Invites Input On Southeast Michigan Healthy Climate Plan

The purpose of the plan is to provide a framework for understanding regional and local opportunities to mitigate pollution and support long-term environmental quality.

MDHHS Seeks Proposals To Improve Services For Individuals With Sickle Cell Disease

The grant program is designed to assist providers in expanding or strengthening the services they offer to patients.

GoFundMe To Assist Local Family After Road Rage Crash

The campaign seeks to raise funds to help the family of four from Livingston County purchase a new vehicle, along with counseling.

Hamburg Family Fun Fest To Host H.E.R.O. World Record Challenge In 2026

The Hamburg Family Fun Fest will host the H.E.R.O. Official World Record Challenge during its 2026 event - featuring an attempt to set the World Record for the "Largest Number of Individuals Dressed as Superman".