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10 most expensive homes sold in Wayne County, April 15-21
A house in Grosse Pointe that sold for $2 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Wayne County in the past week. In total, 397 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $179,725, or $136 per square foot.
Farmington Hills man charged with attempted murder for double shooting that left 20-year-old man paralyzed
A 19-year-old man is behind bars in the Oakland County Jail, accused of attempted murder for shooting up a Pontiac apartment, leaving a young man paralyzed.
Man critically injured in shooting found in Ypsilanti parking lot
YPSILANTI, MI – A man who had been recently shot was found lying in an Ypsilanti parking lot on Sunday. Police were called around 10 p.m. Sunday, April 21, to the 800 block of Hilyard Robinson Way, off First Avenue, for a report of shots being heard in the area, according to Derrick Jackson, spokesperson for the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office. When police arrived, they found a man who had been shot in the torso on the ground.
Detroit-area man charged with manslaughter in fatal building explosion
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. (AP) — A suburban Detroit businessman was charged with involuntary manslaughter Thursday in connection with an explosion at a building he owned in which a nitrous oxide cannister propelled through the air, striking and killing another man. Noor Noel Kestou, 31, of Commerce Township, was charged...
Livonia church hopes to build new school. Here’s what they’re planning
LIVONIA — The Basilica of St. Mary is looking to expand its footprint with a Montessori school building off Merriman Road. The church along Merriman Road, between Six and Seven Mile roads, already operates a school but is proposing a new school and community center directly behind the St. Mary's Cultural Center also located on its 21-acre campus. Most of the property is currently unused.
Metro Detroit Kroger employee recognized for brightening everybody's day
CANTON, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - A Metro Detroit grocery store employee is being recognized for his positive influence and workmanship on the job.Todd Harris is the friendly face you see when checking out at Kroger off North Canton Center Road in Canton.Those who know Todd say he's an all-around great guy with an even bigger impact on the community."He's been a pillar of the community for quite some time, and it's been really nice to see people coming back just to see him," said store leader Aaron Peacock.Twenty-five years ago, Todd took on the role of courtesy clerk."He comes in, he...
Man found not guilty in shooting outside Ann Arbor gym
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – A jury has acquitted a man charged with shooting another man outside an Ann Arbor gym. Orlando Rendell Austin, 34, argued he was defending himself when he shot a 36-year-old man in August near Planet Fitness, 2350 West Stadium Blvd. in Ann Arbor. The pair...
Former supervisor returns for election showdown in Canton Township
CANTON TWP. — Republicans are gearing up for a showdown as familiar faces and political newcomers alike seek seats on the all-blue Canton Township Board of Trustees. When the dust cleared after the April 23 filing deadline, Canton Township Supervisor Anne Marie Graham-Hudak emerged with a challenge from former Canton Township Supervisor Pat Williams.
Animal security forces face the largest crowds yet as the NFL draft descends on Detroit
Out from the darkness of the Wayne County Sheriff's Office stables in Livonia step Hogan and Ace into the sunlight. The massive size of the horses is intimidating enough, but on this day they are dressed in full riot gear. It's Wednesday afternoon — the day before the NFL draft...
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