Livingston County AI data center project delayed by six-month rezoning moratorium
Read full article: Livingston County AI data center project delayed by six-month rezoning moratoriumA proposed AI data center in rural Livingston County has faced another delay after the Howell Township board voted to impose a six-month moratorium on rezoning approval.
Howell Township planning commission rejects farmland rezoning for AI data center
Read full article: Howell Township planning commission rejects farmland rezoning for AI data centerThe project, which is reportedly supported by Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, would transform agricultural land near Grand River Avenue and Flemming Road.
TikTok threat against Howell High School investigated, offender admits it was a joke, police say
Read full article: TikTok threat against Howell High School investigated, offender admits it was a joke, police sayPolice investigated a TikTok video threatening a shooting at Howell High School on Monday and discovered the post was "intended as a joke.”
November starts with cold nights, cozy days in Metro Detroit
Read full article: November starts with cold nights, cozy days in Metro DetroitMetro Detroit settles into a classic fall pattern tonight with partly cloudy skies and a chill in the air. Overnight lows dip into the lower- to mid-30s, with the coldest readings near Howell, Ann Arbor, and Lapeer, where frost may form by daybreak.
Vice President JD Vance offers National Guard deployment to Detroit, citing crime concerns
Read full article: Vice President JD Vance offers National Guard deployment to Detroit, citing crime concernsVice President JD Vance offered to deploy the National Guard to Detroit during remarks at a Howell stamping facility, citing concerns about crime in the city.
Temps falling after powerful storms hit Metro Detroit
Read full article: Temps falling after powerful storms hit Metro DetroitMetro Detroiters will wake up to damp and muggy conditions on Sunday morning. It will be mostly cloudy for much of the day and a few afternoon rain showers and an isolated thunderstorm will be possible. (WDIV)
Kristi Troy named Howell’s first female city manager in landmark appointment
Read full article: Kristi Troy named Howell’s first female city manager in landmark appointmentThe City Council of Howell confirmed the appointment of Kristi Troy as its interim City Manager, replacing Ervin Suida, who has held the position since 2019.
Judge denies stay request, lets ruling stand blocking DOGE efforts to shut down peace institute
Read full article: Judge denies stay request, lets ruling stand blocking DOGE efforts to shut down peace instituteA federal judge has denied the Trump administration’s request that she stay her May 19 ruling that returned control of the U.S. Institute of Peace back to its acting president and board.
Judge bars Trump administration from shutting peace institute that sought to end violent conflicts
Read full article: Judge bars Trump administration from shutting peace institute that sought to end violent conflictsA federal judge is blocking the Trump administration from moving forward with its dismantling of the U.S. Institute of Peace.
‘Gabriella would have died’: Teen paralyzed in Livingston County hit-and-run crash, driver charged
Read full article: ‘Gabriella would have died’: Teen paralyzed in Livingston County hit-and-run crash, driver chargedA teenage girl who was riding her longboard in Livingston County is paralyzed after a driver crossed the center line, struck her, and then left the scene to put his Mini Cooper behind a barn, police said.
Livingston County driver charged after teen on longboard left paralyzed in middle of road
Read full article: Livingston County driver charged after teen on longboard left paralyzed in middle of roadA teenage girl who was riding her longboard in Livingston County is paralyzed after a driver crossed the center line, struck her, and then left the scene to put his Mini Cooper behind a barn, police said.
Institute of Peace headquarters transfer is a done deal even as lawsuit continues to unfold
Read full article: Institute of Peace headquarters transfer is a done deal even as lawsuit continues to unfoldThere is no answer yet on the lawsuit filed by Institute of Peace board members who were fired amid a remaking of the independent think tank.
Judge temporarily blocks parts of Trump's executive order seeking to punish law firm Perkins Coie
Read full article: Judge temporarily blocks parts of Trump's executive order seeking to punish law firm Perkins CoieA federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s administration from enforcing portions of an executive order designed to punish a prominent law firm linked to Democratic-funded opposition research during the 2016 presidential campaign into ties between the Republican candidate and Russia.
Former Michigan banker says she was fired after taking FMLA to care for dying daughter
Read full article: Former Michigan banker says she was fired after taking FMLA to care for dying daughterA former Huntington Bank employee is suing after she says she was fired after taking the Family Medical Leave Act.
Former Howell bank employee claims she was fired after taking FMLA to care for dying daughter
Read full article: Former Howell bank employee claims she was fired after taking FMLA to care for dying daughterA former Huntington Bank employee is suing after she says she was fired after taking the Family Medical Leave Act.
From parade floats to Ford Field: Howell Kid wins Thanksgiving VIP experience
Read full article: From parade floats to Ford Field: Howell Kid wins Thanksgiving VIP experienceThis Thanksgiving, 10-year-old Zach Baca of Howell will enjoy an unforgettable experience thanks to being named the winner of the 10th annual #MIKidsCan Turkey Day VIP Sweepstakes by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and the Detroit Lions.
Hate-fueled ‘Protests’ in Livingston County spark concern over antisemitism, racial slurs
Read full article: Hate-fueled ‘Protests’ in Livingston County spark concern over antisemitism, racial slursThere’s outcry following disturbing scenes in Howell and Fowlerville recently after eyewitness videos showed what appears to be Nazi protestors spewing hate-filled rhetoric on Saturday.
Northville community mourns loss of 12-year-old boy killed by falling tree
Read full article: Northville community mourns loss of 12-year-old boy killed by falling treeThe community of Northville is grappling with the tragic death of 12-year-old Declan Carter, who died when a tree fell on him during a school trip to the Howell Nature Center.
‘Life is precious’: Northville mayor releases statement regarding death of 12-year-old
Read full article: ‘Life is precious’: Northville mayor releases statement regarding death of 12-year-oldThe mayor of Northville released a statement on Thursday mourning the death of the 12-year-old who died after a tree fell on him.
School cancels classes, rest of field trip following death of student at Howell Nature Center
Read full article: School cancels classes, rest of field trip following death of student at Howell Nature CenterAfter a 12-year-old boy died when a 20-foot tree fell on him, the school he attended sent letters out to families regarding the tragedy.
Cool, breezy, fall-like weather takes over Metro Detroit
Read full article: Cool, breezy, fall-like weather takes over Metro DetroitBelow-normal temperatures will further cool on Monday. Highs will be in the mid to upper 60s in the Thumb and lower 70s in Metro Detroit. Although it will feel like autumn, you will have to pass on making a bonfire due to the gusty winds.
Pharmacist blamed for deaths in US meningitis outbreak will plead no contest in Michigan case
Read full article: Pharmacist blamed for deaths in US meningitis outbreak will plead no contest in Michigan caseProsecutors in Michigan have struck a deal with a pharmacist who is blamed for deaths from a national meningitis outbreak in 2012.
Video: High-speed chase with stolen pickup ends in crash outside Howell
Read full article: Video: High-speed chase with stolen pickup ends in crash outside HowellThe driver is accused of reckless driving, breaking into a home and stealing a pickup before leading authorities on a high-speed chase through Livingston County.
Man involved in Howell tattoo shop shooting faces multiple charges
Read full article: Man involved in Howell tattoo shop shooting faces multiple chargesJeremy Michael Heath, 48, of Clarkston, was arraigned in the 53rd District Court in Howell on three counts in connection with a tattoo shop shooting.
Livingston County woman accused of driving on drugs, without license, insurance during high-speed chase
Read full article: Livingston County woman accused of driving on drugs, without license, insurance during high-speed chaseThe woman is expected to be charged with driving with a suspended license, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, operating an unregistered motor vehicle, fleeing and eluding, resisting arrest, operating under the influence of drugs and possession of methamphetamine.
Fall trial set for pharmacist in 11 Michigan meningitis deaths after plea deal talks fizzle
Read full article: Fall trial set for pharmacist in 11 Michigan meningitis deaths after plea deal talks fizzleA fall trial has been set for a pharmacist charged with second-degree murder in the deaths of 11 Michigan residents.
Mother pleads no contest after toddler fatally shoots self in Howell
Read full article: Mother pleads no contest after toddler fatally shoots self in HowellA Southeast Michigan mother on Monday pleaded no contest to child abuse charges several months after her child accidentally shot themself to death.
Child abuse charges announced after 2-year-old accidentally fatally shoots self in Howell home
Read full article: Child abuse charges announced after 2-year-old accidentally fatally shoots self in Howell homeA 41-year-old is facing a child abuse charge after a 2-year-old child gained access to an unsecured gun and shot and killed themself in a Howell home.
Partly sunny skies with warm temps possible Friday in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Partly sunny skies with warm temps possible Friday in Metro DetroitWhat a great way to end the work week. Partly sunny skies and warm once again. Maybe a degree or two less than today, but still mild. Highs in the upper 70s.
Dearborn veteran police officer’s 2-year-old child dies in accidental shooting
Read full article: Dearborn veteran police officer’s 2-year-old child dies in accidental shootingThe 2-year-old child of a Dearborn veteran police officer has died after finding a loaded gun at the home and shooting themselves.
2-year-old accidentally fatally shoots self in Howell home, police say
Read full article: 2-year-old accidentally fatally shoots self in Howell home, police sayA toddler accidentally fatally shot themself over the weekend after getting ahold of an unsecured gun at a home in Howell, according to police.
Howell teen who pleaded guilty to shooting, killing father sentenced to up to 60 years in prison
Read full article: Howell teen who pleaded guilty to shooting, killing father sentenced to up to 60 years in prisonA teen who pleaded guilty to shooting and killing his father was sentenced to 40 to 60 years in prison.
Howell man billed Detroit $1M for contaminated backfill dirt used at demolition sites, officials say
Read full article: Howell man billed Detroit $1M for contaminated backfill dirt used at demolition sites, officials sayA Howell man is accused of fraudulently billing the city of Detroit over $1 million for contaminated backfill dirt used at demolished properties.
Trinity Health offering $50,000 grants to health projects in Washtenaw, Livingston counties
Read full article: Trinity Health offering $50,000 grants to health projects in Washtenaw, Livingston countiesThe Trinity Health program provides funding to health-focused projects matching needs found in the hospital system’s community health assessment.
Metro Detroit snow totals by city -- see how much snowfall was reported from Friday’s storm
Read full article: Metro Detroit snow totals by city -- see how much snowfall was reported from Friday’s stormMetro Detroit received another heavy dose of snow Friday evening and into the night, with some cities reporting more than 10 inches.
FBI arrests Howell man accused of coercing young girls to create child pornography
Read full article: FBI arrests Howell man accused of coercing young girls to create child pornographyA Howell man accused of soliciting pornographic images and videos from young girls and sharing them with another person has been arrested.
Good ewes: Sheep on literal thin ice rescued from lake in Livingston County
Read full article: Good ewes: Sheep on literal thin ice rescued from lake in Livingston CountyA sheep wandering around Lake Chemung, which is in Howell and Brighton in Livingston County, broke through the very thin ice on Monday.
Michigan Lottery: Howell man claims $104,730 Monthly Jackpot progressive prize
Read full article: Michigan Lottery: Howell man claims $104,730 Monthly Jackpot progressive prizeA Howell man said that his dream of winning the lottery came true when he found out he was the winner of the $104,730 Monthly Jackpot progressive prize from the Michigan Lottery.
Witness for Depp cryptically contradicts key Heard witness
Read full article: Witness for Depp cryptically contradicts key Heard witnessJurors in Johnny Depp’s libel lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard heard a snippet of testimony contradicting one of Heard’s key witnesses, but much of the context was stripped away.
Howell woman who called out COVID misinformation on Twitter not charged with cyberstalking
Read full article: Howell woman who called out COVID misinformation on Twitter not charged with cyberstalkingA Howell woman who took to Twitter to call out COVID misinformation at school board meetings will not be charged with cyberstalking.
Michigan Rep. Jewell Jones pleads guilty to several charges, does not intend to resign
Read full article: Michigan Rep. Jewell Jones pleads guilty to several charges, does not intend to resignMichigan Rep. Jewell Jones pleaded guilty on Wednesday (Feb. 16) to several charges stemming from an April arrest along I-96 in Livingston County.
Attorney: Michigan Rep. Jewell Jones will plead guilty to 2 felony, 4 misdemeanor charges
Read full article: Attorney: Michigan Rep. Jewell Jones will plead guilty to 2 felony, 4 misdemeanor chargesThe attorney for Michigan Rep. Jewell Jones has confirmed that Jones will plead guilty to several charges in court on Wednesday.
Michigan Secretary of State requests investigation into comment made by Mike Detmer: ‘Show up armed’
Read full article: Michigan Secretary of State requests investigation into comment made by Mike Detmer: ‘Show up armed’Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is asking the attorney general’s office to investigate an aspiring state Senate candidate.
Howell insurance agent embezzles $375,000 from her clients, sentenced to 1 year in jail
Read full article: Howell insurance agent embezzles $375,000 from her clients, sentenced to 1 year in jailA Howell insurance agent who embezzled nearly $375,000 from her clients has been sentenced to one year in jail.