MOUNT CLEMENS

Officials have announced that a serial arsonist has been charged after setting a Macomb County work van on fire over the weekend.

A man who pleaded no contest to abusing his 9-week-old son in 2021 is in prison after an appeals court found his initial sentence was not sufficient.

MACOMB COUNTY, MI – A state building in Macomb County has reopened a week after a vehicle crashed into it. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services announced that its Macomb County/Mount Clemens district office at 44777 N. Gratiot Ave. in Clinton Township would reopen on Thursday. The location has been closed since Dec. 22 after a vehicle crashed into the building, causing severe damage after hours on Dec. 21. All MDHHS offices are closed Friday to Monday due to the holiday. The MDHHS provides public assistance, child and family welfare services, and oversees health policy and management.

A Michigan Department of Health and Human Services office in Macomb County is reopening to the public one week after closing due to a car crashing into its building.

A Michigan Department of Health and Human Services office in Macomb County is still closed this week after a vehicle crashed into the building last week.

A Michigan Department of Health and Human Services building in Macomb County is closed Thursday after a vehicle crashed into the structure Wednesday night.

MOUNT CLEMENS, MI -- A pair of brothers were sentenced to life in prison Thursday after they were convicted last month in the 2013 murders of 47-year-old Tina Geiger and her 11-year-old daughter, Kristine Geiger. According to the Associated Press, Henry Johnson, 38 and Tony Johnson, 43 will not be eligible for parole as part of their respective sentences. Tina was stabbed approximately 60 times, while Kristine was stabbed more than 20 times and was also sexually assaulted. The Johnson brothers were arrested after new evidence determined that a bloody palm print and DNA on Kristine Geiger matched that of Tony Johnson. DNA found under the fingernails of Tina Geiger was linked to one or both of the Johnson brothers as well.

MOUNT CLEMENS, MI – An ex-scoutmaster was sentenced to 12 to 20 years in prison Wednesday after pleading guilty to sexual abuse against two victims, authorities announced. This is the first conviction stemming from Michigan’s review of child sexual abuse lawsuits against the Boy Scouts of America. RELATED: Sex abuse in the Boy Scouts: First charges filed in Michigan’s investigationThe department continues to examine thousands of claims sent from BSA national for review. The Boy Scouts in February reached a tentative settlement with a bankruptcy committee representing more than 80,000 men who say they were molested as children by Scout leaders and others, The Associated Press reports. All told, the compensation fund would total more than $2.6 billion, which would be the largest aggregate sex abuse settlement in U.S. history.

You can now buy recreational marijuana in Mount Clemens, even though the city doesn’t allow it.

The Macomb County Sheriff is asking for criminal charges for two fired Macomb County Medical Examiner’s Office employees after they were caught stealing prescription drugs that were supposed to be destroyed.

A Mount Clemens restaurant is hosting a free grocery giveaway, where they will be giving away 50,000 lbs of food.

The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office has charged a Ray Township veterinarian with one count of animal abuse.

Parents are disgusted following a charity event at a Macomb County High School gymnasium in Mount Clemens, Michigan.

Nancy Carol Donahue Nancy Carol Donahue (nee Largent), 89, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022, at her daughter’s home in Bridgeton, Mo. Nancy was born in December 1932, in East Detroit, to Jack and Delores Largent. She married John E. Donahue Jr. in 1950; they moved to Mount Clemens where they raised their three daughters.

A woman accused of attacking a teenager with a machete-style weapon while he was riding his bike has been charged with assault in Macomb County.

Band is performing during a special event on Sep. 25th

Two people are in custody after a 65-year-old man was found dead on the floor of a Macomb County home.

After a sudden cancer scare, a young hockey player is back on the ice. Braydin Lewis says he played with his team one day, and the next, he was undergoing emergency brain surgery.

Officials said they found 4,317 images and 320 videos of child pornography in a Macomb County sex offender’s home after he asked a 13-year-old girl to send him a nude picture.

Three-year-old Elowyn Pollard has people across Southeast Michigan praying and offering up their support after she was diagnosed with DIPG, which stands for Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma.

MOUNT CLEMENS, MI — A southeast Michigan home builder has been fined $350,000 for illegally filling in wetlands while preparing a site for single family housing. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel’s office announced the fine last week against developers with MJC Companies, who state regulators say dredged and filled nine acres of wetlands at 41700 Romeo Plank Road in Clinton Township. MJC Companies will restore the wetlands under terms of the consent judgement, which also requires a decade of monitoring and a conservation easement on 13 acres of the 26-acre property, which is sandwiched between numerous other housing developments near Mount Clemens in Macomb County. According to EGLE, the property was marked in 2004 on a Michigan Natural Features Inventory Map as a potential conservation area for its critical ecosystem. EGLE says the developers knew that two-thirds of the property contained state-regulated wetlands before purchasing it in 2020 and then filled them without a permit.

Officials say a man has fired gunshots at police and then barricaded himself inside a home in Mount Clemens. The man has fired multiple gunshots at officers from his garage, police say. He then fired more shots from his window.

A Detroit-area county and a health care provider have agreed to a $2.45 million settlement with the family of a man who died while in jail for a minor driving offense.

MOUNT CLEMENS, MI – The family of a man who died in jail while serving a 30-day sentence for a minor driving offense has agreed to settle their civil lawsuit for $2.45 million, The Associated Press reports. David Stojcevski, 32, suffered serious withdrawals from drug use while serving jailtime for careless driving in Macomb County Jail in 2014, the report said. He was not provided with medical care despite evidence that he was hallucinating and shaking with seizures, the family’s lawyer said. The county agreed to pay $1.15 million, with some covered by insurance, and Correct Care Solutions, now known as Wellpath, paid $1.3 million, the Macomb Daily reported Tuesday. The FBI investigated Stojcevski’s death but no charges were filed, the report said.

A Clinton Township man accused of murdering his girlfriend and hiding her body in the basement for at least seven months has been bound over for trial.

In exchange for turning two felony charges into one misdemeanor, the right-hand man of former Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith has agreed to testify that Smith took drug forfeiture money that should have gone to the public and instead used it for parties, gifts for secretaries, and more.

Connie Lyn Royce was 24 years old when she walked barefoot out of the Hayloft bar in Mount Clemens and disappeared. That was 32 years ago.

Michigan metro parks are partnering up with organizations across the area to promote water safety.

Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel is holding a news briefing Wednesday morning to discuss the county’s response to a rate increase approved by the Great Lakes Water Authority.

MOUNT CLEMENS, MI -- A judge has frozen the pension of former Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith who is currently serving a 21-month prison sentence while another case is ongoing. According to the Associated Press, Oakland County Circuit Judge Nanci Grant issued the ruling after a request was made by Michigan Attorney General’s Office that pensions for Smith and his former chief of operations, Derek Miller be frozen. Grant is handling the case as the judges in Macomb County disqualified themselves. Smith is facing 10 charges in that case, while Miller is facing two. The pensions, which are through the Macomb County Employees Retirement System, or MCERS, will be frozen until further ruling from Grant.

A former Macomb County public works official who admitted extorting builders and contractors to buy tickets to political fundraisers has died before he could be sentenced for his crime.

One person is in custody after crashing into several county buildings in Macomb County, officials said Saturday.

A Mount Clemens man has filed a lawsuit against Detroit police alleging a rough and unlawful arrest.

MOUNT CLEMENS, MI — “Egregious” deeds led a former Macomb County Prosecutor, Eric Smith, to receive a sentence of 21 months in prison this week, the Associated Press reported. Smith in January pleaded guilty to a federal felony count of obstruction of justice related to a corruption probe that concluded last year. Smith’s deeds in these cases are egregious,” U.S. District Judge Linda Parker said during Smith’s sentencing Wednesday, Feb. 16, the AP reported. The plea deal ensured Smith wouldn’t face further prosecution related to the year-long investigation that exposed the crimes. RELATED:Ex-Macomb County Prosecutor pleads guilty to obstruction, apologizes in court hearingYpsilanti officials release details about fatal crash that occurred minutes after police traffic stopMan allegedly uses pile of blankets to set mother’s home on fire

A man is facing the possibility of life in prison in connection with a Clinton Township murder, officials said.

After sitting vacant for years, the Gibraltar Trade Center site in Mount Clemens is set to become a massive cannabis dispensary and a cannabis-based drinks operation.

One person has been arrested in connection with a murder investigation at an apartment complex in Clinton Township.

Former Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith is going to trial for a litany of felony charges including embezzlement and conducting a criminal enterprise.

MOUNT CLEMENS, MI – A former Detroit-area prosecutor is facing possible prison time for obstructing justice in an investigation of how he spent campaign donations, The Associated Press reports. Eric Smith, a Democrat, was Macomb County’s elected prosecutor for 15 years before resigning in 2020 amid federal and state investigations, the report said. In a federal case, he pleaded guilty last year to attempting to get three people, including two assistant prosecutors, to make false statements about his use of campaign cash. Between 2012 and 2020, Smith conducted two fraud schemes to steal approximately $75,000 in cash from his political campaign for personal expenses, federal investigators said. Federal prosecutors are seeking 21 months in prison.

Former Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith is going to trial for a litany of felony charges including embezzlement and conducting a criminal enterprise.

Former Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith has been ordered to stand trial on embezzlement and other charges.

Snow has been falling in Mount Clemens at a rate of around an inch per hour.

Dispatchers and road crews in Macomb County are working together to keep the roads as clear as possible during the major February 2022 snowstorm.

A driver had his Jeep Grand Cherokee stolen but luckily was not hurt when the carjackers shot at him. What happened next was captured on Macomb County sheriff’s dash and body cam. The suspects are a man and woman, and as the dashcam will show in the video player above, it was the woman behind the wheel fleeing police.

A driver had his Jeep Grand Cherokee stolen but luckily was not hurt when the carjackers shot at him. What happened next was captured on Macomb County sheriff’s dash and body cam. The suspects are a man and woman, and as the dashcam will show in the video player above, it was the woman behind the wheel fleeing police.

A woman charged in the fatal hit-and-run of a teacher who was helping with the morning arrival of students outside a Mt. Clemens school didn’t show up to court for her sentencing, officials said.

A new bakery in Mount Clemens is celebrating more than just new beginnings.

A Roseville man is facing 16 charges after he fled police in a stolen pickup truck and later killed a woman when he crashed into her car at an intersection, authorities said.

MOUNT CLEMENS, MI – A woman is dead after a man fleeing police in a stolen car crashed into her vehicle, fatally injuring her. The suspect drove off at a high rate of speed after striking at least one undercover vehicle. The chase continued but came to an end when the suspect crashed the truck into a woman’s car and both vehicles rolled over, according to the Associated Press. The 58-year-old female motorist from Harrison Township was pronounced dead at a hospital a short time later, the Associated Press reported. The 41-year-old suspect who was driving the truck ran from the scene but was quickly apprehended by Macomb County sheriff’s deputies.

A Macomb County woman was struck and killed by a driver who fled police at a high speed in a stolen pickup truck, according to authorities.

A Mount Clemens man is facing charges after police said he left a threatening voicemail for a circuit court judge, officials said.

A 28-year-old man who twice was convicted of breaking into homes owned by rapper Eminem is in legal trouble again.

This year, the parade was almost canceled because of a lack of communication and volunteers. But the community came out.

Just a few days ago the Santa Parade in Mount Clemens was cancelled, disappointing thousands in the Macomb County community. Now, the parade is back on.

Track live election results for Mt. Clemens in the 2021 Michigan General Election on Tuesday, Nov. 2.

Mount Clemens Middle/High School is closed on Friday, Oct. 8 after a handwritten threat that indicated there would be a school shooting on Friday was located on a desk.

The Mount Clemens High varsity football team was excited for Friday night’s homecoming game against Potterville.

The Mount Clemens High varsity football team was excited for Friday night’s homecoming game against Potterville.

Macomb County Clerk Tony Forlini is hiring a nationally recognized specialist to examine the county's election server.

A Chesterfield Township resident is in critical condition after a car turned left in front of that resident’s motorcycle, causing a collision, state police said.

Here’s a closer look at the rainfall totals since this week’s rain started Tuesday afternoon in Metro Detroit.

Many gathered in Mount Clemens to solemnly remember.

Here are tonight's top stories.

The vandalism took place over the course of a handful of days, before Frederick was arrested. “I targeted these people because I didn’t like their political sign that they had in the window,” Frederick said while addressing the court. “I think you guys are some great people and didn’t deserve this at all.”Frederick was also sentenced for a charge of malicious destruction of property for vandalizing the property of a white homeowner who displayed a sign promoting then-presidential candidate Joe Biden. Judge Diane Druzinski complemented the Hall family for their forgiveness and willingness to move past the incident. “I wish I was as good as people as you,” Druzinski said.

MOUNT CLEMENS, MI -- A New York man was sentenced to 29 months in prison after he pleaded guilty in June to a charge of driving while intoxicated causing death. Arturo Mendez, 33, was sentenced Thursday for his role in the death of his 7-year-old son who was killed when Mendez crashed his car after a night of drinking. The 7-year-old was in the car with Mendez and was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital following the crash. Mendez is from upstate New York and was visiting family for the holidays when he started drinking at a friend’s house on the night of the crash. “I committed a crime, and I have to pay for it,” Mendez said.

MOUNT CLEMENS, MI -- A 15-year-old student from Eastpoint High School has been charged as an adult after they allegedly stabbed another student last week at the school. The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office announced Wednesday it has authorized an adult warrant against the teen for a charge of assault with intent to murder. The charges stem from a June 1 incident at the schools where the suspect allegedly stabbed another student multiple times before fleeing the school and being chased down by police. The victim in the case reportedly suffered non-life threatening injuries in the stabbing and is expected to recover. The victim and the teen accused of stabbing him were acquainted with one another according to police.

Macomb County Circuit Court no longer will require families of young people going through the criminal justice system to provide reimbursement for detention, housing in residential facilities, court-appointed attorney costs, and probation.

MOUNT CLEMENS, MI – A 17-year-old Detroit man accused of causing a fatal crash in a stolen vehicle has been charged with murder. The unnamed defendant is accused of traveling at a high rate of speed in a stolen Jeep southbound on Van Dyke Street last week before causing a fatal, three car crash near 15 Mile Road in Sterling Heights. Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido has charged the defendant with felony murder, second degree murder and first and second degree fleeing a police officer. “Our County is grieving the tragic death of a young woman,” Lucido said in a statement. Lucido noted that other people could be charged in connection to the incident as the multi-jurisdictional investigation continues.

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. (AP) — A sampling of sanitary sewage in one southeastern Michigan county has shown an increase in the presence of COVID-19. Sewage samples pulled from sites across Clinton Township show the rate of actual infection is higher than numbers currently reported by state health officials, the Macomb County Public Works office said Tuesday. Positive virus tests for Macomb County residents have increased 125% over the past 14 days, the office added. Macomb County has reported more than 60,000 virus cases and 1,880 deaths since the start of the pandemic. “Testing shows the trend line of what’s coming about a week before,” Macomb Public Works Commissioner Candice Miller said.

MOUNT CLEMENS, MI -- A fire at a 22-unit apartment building in Mount Clemens Saturday night sent several people to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries, however all people living in the building have been accounted for. That’s in part because of the work of deputies with the Macomb County Sheriff Office whose body camera footage shows them entering the burning building and helping tenants escape before it was too late. The footage shared on the department’s Facebook page picks up with deputies arriving on scene and assisting people who were jumping from their second story window. Another portion of the video shows emergency workers helping a woman who jumped out of her apartment and suffered a leg injury. A second portion of the video shows a different deputy entering the building and going door-to-door looking for people still inside.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI – Two men are facing possible life in prison related to the shooting deaths of two teens. Both men are charged with two counts of first-degree premeditated murder, punishable by life in prison without parole; and two counts of felony firearms, punishable by imprisonment for two to 10 years. Banks is also charged with one count of firearms larceny, punishable by up to 5 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $2,500. The victims and suspects knew each other, but the nature of those relationships has not been released. Banks and Davenport are scheduled for probable cause hearings at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 8, according to court records.

click to enlarge Macomb CountyMacomb County Jail in Mount Clemens. The coronavirus has infected more than a quarter of Macomb County Jail’s 550 inmates, prompting the Sheriff’s Office to administer rapid tests to every new inmate entering lockup.At least 30 jail employees have also tested positive for COVID-19.The outbreak occurred on two floors of the jail in Mount Clemens. Wickersham says the jail only had five COVID-19 cases between March and the end of October.The 1,438-bed jail is far below capacity after hundreds of inmates were released as a preventive measure during the pandemic.Since March, Wickersham says all new inmates have been quarantined for 14 days. In other jails around the country, health officials believe employees are unwittingly bringing the virus into the facilities.In Michigan-run jails, nearly 14,000 inmates have tested positive for COVID-19 and 89 have died. An additional 1,981 jail employees have tested positive and three have died.

Ring in 2020 with your kids with some family-friendly New Year's Eve fun in Macomb County. If youre looking for something to do with your kiddos prior to the big ball drop, browse this list of family-friendly New Years Eve fun in Macomb County to plan for familys outing to ring in 2020. Address: The Discovery Center, 70 Macomb Place, Mount ClemensTime: 4-9 p.m. Play laser tag with specialty game modes, get party favors and special prizes and watch the ball drop at midnight. For more information on happenings in Macomb County, visit the Make Macomb Your Home website.