Northland Mall guards found not guilty on all charges
After less than an hour of deliberations, the jury reached a verdict in the trial of three former Northland Mall security guards in the death of a man ten years ago – finding all three guards not guilty.
Police: Motorcyclist killed in crash while speeding, riding recklessly on I-75 in Madison Heights
A motorcyclist killed Thursday night on I-75 in Madison Heights was speeding and weaving in and out of traffic before crashing, Michigan State Police said.
Final defense witnesses expected Friday in McKenzie Cochran trial
The defense is expected to call its final witness to the stand Friday as the trial against three security guards charged with McKenzie Cochran's 2014 death at Northland Mall continues.
NB I-75 closed at 14 Mile in Troy after crash, causing traffic
Vehicles are backed up for about a mile due to a crash on NB I-75 at 14 Mile in Troy.
Erebus Haunted Attraction hiring for 25th terrifying season
Erebus Haunted Attraction is hiring for its 25th season in Pontiac. The scares start Sept. 13.
Metro Detroit woman killed in crash with carriage while biking on Mackinac Island
A Huntington Woods woman died Wednesday after a crash with a carriage on Mackinac Island.
Burlington opening new store in former Troy DSW space
A new Burlington store is coming to Troy this fall.
Kwame Kilpatrick backs Donald Trump at Oakland County Republican Party dinner
Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick was a featured speaker at the Oakland County Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner. He backed Donald Trump for president, spoke about his fall from grace, and how he found God while in jail.
Are chickens pets? Beverly Hills couple fights ordinance violation
The couple has scheduled a meeting with the Village of Beverly Hills' Zoning Board of Appeals to clarify the specifics of the pet ownership ordinance – and whether or not it includes chickens.
Witnesses testify in death allegedly at hands of Northland Mall security guards
"All the security guards - they were on the floor," said Hale. "He said there was a gentleman in his store staring at him and the gentleman said, 'I'm going to kill someone.'"
Cider Dayze, Taco Fest, and more things to do this weekend in Southeast Michigan
From Novi Taco Fest to Chutney Festival to Cider Dayze, this weekend is all about food and drinks in Southeast Michigan. Find things to do:
Witnesses testify McKenzie Cochran said 'I can't breathe' before his death at Northland Mall
On day two of trial for the security guards who held down McKenzie Cochran until he died from asphyxiation at Northland Mall in 2014, several witnesses and the jewelry store clerk who called security on Cochran took the stand.
Pontiac shelter's longest resident dog is still seeking her forever home
Sharon, a mixed-breed dog, is about three and a half years old. She has been at the Oakland County Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center since New Year's Eve of 2021, and the shelter is still looking for a forever home for her.
Rochester Hills doctor charged with felony sex crimes, including hidden recordings at swim school
The number of victims recorded or assaulted by the 40-year-old doctor is unknown and police estimate it could take six months to comb through evidence seized on his phone, computer, and hard drives.
Oyster bar opening in former Franklin Grill spot
A historic building in Franklin is being renovated to soon house The Franklin Oyster Bar & Eatery.
2 days of grown-up book fairs coming to Royal Oak self-serve taproom
As the kids head back to school, fill your own library at two adult book fairs planned next week at Royal Oak's North End Taproom. Fellow Royal Oak business Sidetrack Bookshop will bring books and book-related items to the taproom on Aug. 27 and 28.
WATCH: 3 security guards on trial for 2014 death of McKenzie Cochran at Northland Mall
More than 10 years after McKenzie Cochran died after being maced and restrained by security guards at the now-shuttered Northland Mall, three people are on trial.
Trial begins for Northland Mall security guards charged in McKenzie Cochran's 2014 death
More than a decade after McKenzie Cochran died after being maced and restrained by guards at the now-shuttered Northland Mall, three people will stand trial.
Michigan crash victim sues insurance company for halting therapy payments
Carmen Burgie has been wheelchair bound since 2001. But about six months ago, her insurance company, Auto-Owners Insurance, stopped paying for her therapists – who she needs for a better quality of life.
Detroit 25-year-old man caught with 12-year-old by police, prosecutor says
A 25-year-old man is charged with sex crimes with a 12-year-old after he was caught in a car with the minor at a former elementary school.