Production manager testifies about gun oversight in fatal shooting by Alec Baldwin in 2021 rehearsal
Jurors in a trial over the fatal movie-set shooting of a cinematographer by Alec Baldwin have heard in courtroom testimony that a manager increased oversight of firearm safety but was only partially aware of misfires in the days leading up to it.
Michigan Department of Natural Resources officer charged in off-duty campsite shooting
Michigan Department of Natural Resources officer Ryan Cox, 22, has been charged in the 77th District Court in Mecosta County on one charge each of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder (10-year felony) and felony firearm.
Grand jury indicts man in 4 University of Idaho stabbing deaths, eliminating need for hearing
A grand jury has indicted a man who was already charged in the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students, allowing prosecutors to skip a planned week-long preliminary hearing that was set for late June.
Leaked report about Colorado Springs shooter to be discussed
A judge is set to consider whether authorities should be punished after the media obtained documents showing detailed allegations about the suspect in the Colorado gay nightclub shooting previously plotting to be โthe next mass killerโ in an old case that was sealed at the time.
Detroit mother charged with child abuse in non-fatal shooting of 13-year-old son
The suspect was expected to be arraigned in the 34th District Court after 11 a.m. on Saturday. DETROIT โ A Detroit mother has been charged in connection with the non-fatal shooting of her 13-year-old son who was shot by his 10-year-old cousin. Brianna Williams, 30, is charged with second degree child abuse. Allegedly, the 10-year-old found an unsecured handgun that belonged to a relative of the suspect and shot his cousin in the head. AdNew Today: Detroit parents charged in non-fatal shooting of 3-year-old sonRelated: Detroit police giving free gun locks to residents to prevent accidental shootings involving childrenโThis case came to our office on the same day as another child shooting case, as a result of unsafe storage of a weapon,โ said Wayne County Prosecutor, Kim Worthy.
Prosecutors seek fine for Russian opposition leader Navalny
In this photo taken from a footage provided by the Babuskinsky District Court Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021, Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny gestures during a hearing on his charges for defamation in the Babuskinsky District Court in Moscow, Russia. (Babuskinsky District Court Press Service via AP)MOSCOW โ Prosecutors on Tuesday asked a Moscow court to fine jailed Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny on charges of defaming a World War II veteran, maintaining pressure on the top Kremlin foe. Earlier this month, a Moscow court sentenced Navalny to two years and eight months in prison for violating terms of his probation while recuperating in Germany. The sentence stems from a 2014 embezzlement conviction that Navalny has rejected as fabricated and the European Court of Human Rights has ruled to be unlawful. AdDuring Tuesday's hearings at Moscow's Babushkinsky District Court, prosecutors asked the judge to order Navalny to pay a fine of 950,000 rubles (about $13,000) for slandering the 94-year-old veteran.
Metro Detroit woman first in nation charged with stealing COVID aid money designated for medical providers
DETROIT โ A Metro Detroit woman has been indicted after she was accused of misappropriating government money designated to aid medical providers in treatment of patients suffering from COVID-19 and instead using it for personal use. While the company was not operational during the pandemic, it did receive $37,656 for medical treatment and care for COVID-19 patients. Officials said Abbas misappropriated that money, issuing checks to her family members for personal use. The case was investigated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Servicesโ Office of Inspector General and the FBI. The federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, enacted in March 2020, manages the Provider Relief Fund, which assigns money for medical providersโ COVID response.
Holocaust scholars ordered to apologize in Polish libel case
The case was watched as a test case for the future of independent Holocaust research in Poland. The case has been closely watched because it was expected to set a precedent in the field of Holocaust research. AdAt stake in the case was Polish national pride, according to the plaintiffs, and according to the defendants, the future independent research into an extremely sensitive issue. Grabowski, a Polish-Canadian history professor at the University of Ottawa, and Engelking, founder and director of the Polish Center for Holocaust Research in Warsaw, are among Poland's most prominent Holocaust researchers. AdThe libel case has raised concerns internationally because it comes amid a broader state-backed historical offensive that critics say largely whitewashes wrongdoing by Poles.
Attorneys: Ex-governor charged in wrong county over Flint
Attorneys for Snyder are telling prosecutors that the Flint water case should be dismissed because he was charged in the wrong county. (67th District Court in Flint via AP)LANSING, Mich. โ Attorneys for former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder are striking back, telling prosecutors Tuesday that the Flint water case should be dismissed because he was charged in the wrong county. Snyder,โ Lennon told the judge. Snyder was one of nine people charged in a new investigation of the Flint water crisis, including former state health department director Nick Lyon.
Federal judge rejects lawsuit seeking to decertify Michiganโs 2020 election results
A federal judge in Michigan has denied a lawsuit seeking to decertify the stateโs Nov. 3, 2020 General Election results based on claims of widespread fraud in the distribution, collection, and counting of ballots. The election results were certified in Michigan on Nov. 23. Read the full opinion here:Michiganโs Board of State Canvassers voted Nov. 23 certify the Nov. 3, 2020 General Election results. The vote to certify Michiganโs election results officially awards the stateโs 16 electoral votes to Joe Biden in the presidential election. Board member Norman D. Shinkle (R) abstained from voting after questioning the balance of votes in certain precincts, specifically in Detroit.
Warren City Hall closes temporarily due to COVID-19 spike
WARREN, Mich. โ A rise in COVID-19 cases among city hall employees has led to the temporary closure of Warren City Hall. According to city officials Sunday, a department administrator is currently on a ventilator and sedated until his oxygen levels go up. City officials said Warren Police Department and District Court also have experienced significant spikes. All city employees will be tested and the court, city hall and police department will be disinfected. It is currently unknown when Warren City Hall will reopen.
ClickOnDetroit NIGHTSIDE report -- Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020
DETROIT โ Timothy Eugene Moore, a 34-year-old man from Toledo, was arraigned Sunday afternoon on one count of homicide at the 34th District Court in Romulus. WATCH Local 4 News at 11Metro Detroit weather: Nice and sunny fall day with highs in the low 70sMostly clear Sunday night, with milder lows near 50 degrees (10 degrees Celsius). Mostly sunny and warm once again on Monday, with highs in the low 70s (22 degrees Celsius). We likely wonโt break Mondayโs record high of 75 degrees (24 degrees Celsius), set in 1999. 4 Fast FactsSaturday, Nov. 7, 2020 -- Monday, Nov. 9, 2020
Ohio man arraigned in connection with the murder of Egypt Covington
ROMULUS, Mich. โ At least one of the two people Michigan State Police have in custody in connection with the death of Egypt Covington was arraigned Sunday. According to authorities, Timothy Eugene Moore, a 34-year-old man from Toledo, was arraigned Sunday afternoon on one count of homicide at the 34th District Court in Romulus. Covington, 27, was shot and killed inside her Van Buren Township home on June 23, 2017. When her body was found, her hands were bound with Christmas lights and she had been shot in the head. UPDATE: Timothy Eugene Moore, 34 years old from Toledo, Ohio was arraigned this afternoon on one count of Homicide in the 34th District Court for the murder of Egypt Covington.
ClickOnDetroit NIGHTSIDE REPORT -- Thursday, Oct. 22, 2020
Concerned residents have contacted Local 4, questioning why a city thatโs less that three square miles is home to 36 marijuana business licenses. Be InformedWhen Michiganโs chief medical executive offered new advice for restaurant customers on Wednesday, it came as a surprise -- especially for restaurant owners. The Drug Enforcement Administration laid out reasons for all of us to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 24. Researchers have discovered much shorter exposures can also spread the virus, especially if those exposures are repeated. Read MoreWednesday, Oct. 21, 2020 -- Friday, Oct. 23, 2020
Rise in COVID-19 cases put jury trials on hold again
The Wayne County Prosecutorโs Office said there have been three people in the office that tested positive for COVID-19, they were not in courtrooms and they have been quarantined. Jury trials just resumed at the Frank Murphy Hall of Justice, but this week brought mass courtroom confusion. One attorney writing the presiding judge about trials put on hold: โI understand jury trials have been suspended for the time being (or thatโs the talk around FMHJ).โThe presiding judge responded: "Yes, jury trials have been halted due to an increase in COVID cases and positive case in the WCPO.โThe first case to be put on hold was Trevaun Pearson. Pearson doesnโt have the $200,000 bond and has to wait inside the Wayne County Jail. McConico said the court has not conducted any jury trials since March, and no summons were sent this month.
U.S. District Court for Eastern Michigan launches live chat service to help the public during COVID-19 pandemic
The U.S. District Court for Eastern Michigan has launched an online help desk to offer the public and lawyers quick access to live assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic. Clerkโs Office and Jury staff can answer questions through the help deskโs chat icon. The icon is located in the lower right corner of the courtโs website. Chat is available from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. on weekdays, except on holidays.
Michigan AG: Burkman, Wohl arraigned on voter intimidation charges
DETROIT โ Two right-wing political operatives accused of voter intimidation in Michigan have turned themselves in to authorities in Detroit, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced Thursday. Jack Burkman and Jacob Wohl appeared virtually for arraignment on multiple felony charges in the 36th District Court in Detroit. Burkmanโs probable cause conference is scheduled for Oct. 15 and his preliminary exam is scheduled for Oct. 21 in front of Judge Roberta Archer. Wohlโs probable cause conference is scheduled for Oct. 15 and his preliminary exam is scheduled for Oct. 20 in front of Judge Kenneth King. Arraignments begin at 10:30 a.m., but Burkman and Wohl will be called to appear in order of the courtโs established list of cases.
2 conservative operatives charged with intimidating Michigan voters in robocall investigation
According to Nessel, 12,000 people with 313 area codes received the robocall in late August. The two men are each charged with four felonies for breaking election laws. โThese robocalls alone could impact who our next president is.โBurkman, who is from Virgina is a conservative lobbyist. Wohl, who is from Los Angeles, is known for promoting right-wing conspiracy theories and trying to smear prominent Democrats. โWe absolutely intend to defend voters in this state and to enforce the laws,โ Nessel said.
36th District Court in Detroit extends moratorium on evictions
DETROIT โ The 36th District Court in Detroit is extending its period of limited operations previously announced on March 13 to coincide with the extension of Michigan Gov. On Friday, Whitmer extended Michiganโs stay-at-home order until June 12 and the state of emergency until June 19. Both executive orders were previously set to expire after May 28. The courtโs moratorium on evictions will also be extended through June 12 due to the coronavirus outbreak in Michigan. RELATED: 36th District Court in Detroit extends moratorium on evictions due to COVID-19
36th District Court in Detroit extends moratorium on evictions due to COVID-19
DETROIT โ The 36th District Court previously issued a moratorium on evictions March 13. According to a news release, the court has now extended the moratorium to coincide with Gov. Gretchen Whitmerโs Executive Order 2020-85. The temporary suspension regarding evictions will continue through June 11, 2020. During this time, as stated in the order, โthis extension includes a new provision prohibiting any demand for the payment of rent that includes a demand for possession, or other threat of eviction, based on the nonpayment of rent.โPlease visit, 36thdistrictcourt.org for further information and updates concerning operational changes due to COVID-19.
Attorney who recently visited 36th District Court in Detroit tests positive for coronavirus
DETROIT โ An attorney who recently visited 36th District Court in Detroit has tested positive for coronavirus, officials said. Chief Judge William C. McConico learned an attorney who visited the court March 16 has since tested positive for the virus. โPart of our preparedness plan for the coronavirus has been to schedule additional, regular deep cleanings of our building," McConico said. Anyone who worked or appeared at 36th District Court on March 16 should contact a doctor and follow Centers for Disease Control and Prevention protocol regarding exposure. Officials at 36th District Court say they have created a coronavirus contingency plan and taken steps to address the threat.
Detroit 36th District Court issues moratorium on evictions due to coronavirus
DETROIT โ Effective immediately, the 36th District Court has issued a moratorium on evictions due to the coronavirus. โThis is a difficult period for our entire community, and in an effort to avoid any additional hardship for those affected, it is important that we halt residential evictions at this time. As everyone is strongly encouraged to practice social distancing and, if applicable, self-quarantine, during this period, it would be unwise and mean-spirited to remove people from their homes until this threat has passed,โ said Chief Judge William C. McConico. The court had previously announced further measures to address the threat of coronavirus. For more information on the courtโs coronavirus contingency plan, please visit https://www.36thdistrictcourt.org/.
Detroitโs 36th District Court will change some proceedings to limit coronavirus exposure
DETROIT โ Some proceedings at the 36th District Court in Detroit will be changed to limit peopleโs exposure to coronavirus. MORE: Hereโs which Michigan counties have confirmed cases of coronavirusBeginning Monday, dockets will be limited to only include certain cases. See the changes being made below:Since the first cases of coronavirus were confirmed in Michigan on Tuesday, many events have been canceled or postponed, including concerts and college graduations. See all the changes that have been made here.
Northville High School teacher charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct
NORTHVILLE TOWNSHIP, Mich. โ A Northville High School teacher was in court Wednesday after he was arrested on sexual misconduct allegations, officials said. UPDATE: Northville teacher accused of having sex with girl in classroom, on airplane, 30 times at secret apartmentDean was arrested by police and charged with three counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct -- penetration. Superintendent Mary Kay Gallagher told parents in a letter that thereโs no reason to believe the allegations involve a Northville High School student. District officials are working with police to determine if there are any other victims inside or outside the district, authorities said. The following letter was sent to Northville Public Schools families on Wednesday evening:Previous coverage
Two arrested, charged in Canton Township salon break-in
CANTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. โ Two people have been arrested and charged in connection with a Canton Township salon break in, police say. On Thursday, Benjamin James Timmer and Katelyn Marie Howard were arraigned in the 35th District Court on charges of breaking and entering into Tinaโs Nail Salon on Ford Road. Timmer, 49, was charged with charged with breaking and entering a building, a 10-year felony; possession of burglary tools, a 10-year felony; and habitual offender fourth offense. Howard, 22, was charged with breaking and entering a building, a 10-year-felony. A judge set Timmerโs bond at $10,000 (10%) with a GPS tether, and Howardโs bond at $5,000 (10%).
Highland Park City Hall to be closed Thursday due to building problem
HIGHLAND PARK, Mich. โ The Highland Park City Hall will be closed again Thursday due to a building problem. City Hall and the 30th District Court were both closed Wednesday. Court cases that were initially scheduled for Wednesday will go forward Thursday as scheduled, but at the Ernest T. Ford Recreation Center. The center is at 10 Pitkin Street, between 3rd and Hamilton streets. NEW: Highland Park City Hall to be closed Friday due to building maintenance
Highland Park City Hall, 30th District Court closed due to building problems
Published: January 8, 2020, 8:43 am Updated: January 9, 2020, 6:14 amHIGHLAND PARK, Mich. โ The Highland Park City Hall and 30th District Court are closed Wednesday due to building problems. City officials said rescheduled court dates will be posted on the front door of the City Hall. Officials also said they expect this problem to be fixed by Thursday. UPDATE: Highland Park City Hall to be closed Thursday due to building problem
Detroits 36th District Court expands online ticket resolution program
DETROIT 36th District Court in Detroit is expanding its online ticket resolution program. The Online Ticket Resolution Program offers a quicker route to resolve eligible traffic civil infractions online rather than making a trip downtown, paying for parking and passing through security screening to appear for a court date. More of our Court users will now be afforded with the time-saving and convenient alternative of online resolution versus making an in-person court appearance.Our team has worked diligently with DPD to get the program expanded. Online Ticket Resolution is mutually beneficial to the public, our justice system partners, law enforcement agencies and the Court as a whole. Please visit https://www.36thdistrictcourt.org/ to resolve your ticket online.
Hamtramck man charged with criminal sexual conduct involving 18-year-old victim
HAMTRAMCK, Mich. - A Hamtramck man has been charged with criminal sexual conduct in a case that involved an 18-year-old victim, according to authorities. Ibrahim Algahim, 34, is charged with two counts of criminal sexual conduct. Algahim was arraigned Wednesday at 34th District Court in Romulus. A preliminary examination is scheduled for Oct. 31 at 31st District Court in Hamtramck, authorities said. Ibrahim Algahim (WDIV)Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.