CRIME & SAFETY
Teen dies in Barry County crash after police chase
WOODLAND TWP. — A Woodland teen died Tuesday when he crashed and was thrown from his vehicle during a police chase, the Barry County Sheriff's Office said. The crash took place about 10:20 p.m. Tuesday on Coats Grove Road near M-66, the sheriff's office said in a release. "The...
Battle Creek Central High School student in custody following shooting threat
BATTLE CREEK — A Battle Creek Central High School student is in custody following a shooting threat made against the school Wednesday night. Battle Creek police responded to reports of a threat made against Battle Creek Central High School around 7 p.m. Wednesday, police said in a news release. According to a tip received by the school’s principal, and others received through Silent Observer, the high school student allegedly threatened to bring a handgun and a rifle to BCCHS and shoot students. ...
Sheriff known for 2020 election fraud claims faces challengers for office
BARRY COUNTY, MI -- Dar Leaf, a Southwest Michigan sheriff known for his investigation of voting machines in the 2020 election, is running for reelection in 2024, while facing challengers. Three Republicans have filed to challenge Leaf, who is also a Republican, according to the Barry County Clerk’s Office election...
Probe of wolf shot in south Michigan, far from habitat, focuses on trap wounds
MARSHALL — The criminal investigation into the January killing of a wolf in southern Michigan — far from its known habitat —includes evidence suggesting it may have been injured by a foothold trap in the weeks before it was shot. The death of the endangered animal near...
MSP: Grand Ledge man cited after driving recklessly, speeding at least 120 miles per hour in Eaton County
EATON COUNTY, Mich. (WILX) - A Grand Ledge man was given citations Thursday evening after police said he was driving recklessly and speeding over 120 miles per hour on Michigan Road in Eaton County. Just before 7 p.m. on April 25, police said the man was driving his 2003 Ford...
Marshall Police seek public's help in locating missing 82-year-old man with Alzheimer's
MARSHALL, Mich. — The Marshall Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in finding a missing person. Rawleigh Hunter, 82, was last seen on Wednesday, April 24 at approximately 11:30 p.m., according to authorities. Politics: MSU Spartans occupy campus for Gaza solidarity; demand university divest from Israel. He...
Battle Creek marks National Crime Victims' Week with 'Voices Unsilenced'
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — A special event was held Wednesday night at the Battle Creek Police Department in honor of National Crime Victims' Awareness Week, which runs from April 21 to April 27. Community members were invited to learn about the rights of crime victims and meet advocates from...
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