Brutus, MI

OTSEGO COUNTY, Mich. (FOX 2) - A Michigan man will spend time in jail after authorities say he threatened to decapitate a judge and challenged him to a duel. Jonathan Brisson, 32, of Vanderbilt, was sentenced this week to 12 months in jail with credit for 100 days time served, and two years of probation. He also cannot have contact with Otsego County Circuit Court Chief Judge Colin G. Hunter, and must undergo mental health treatment.

Three hotels in Mackinaw City accused of tricking guests into booking rooms at closed establishments have reached a settlement with the Michigan Attorney General's office. In February of this year, the Lieghio family, which owns several hotel properties in Northern Michigan, was accused of pulling a basic bait and switch maneuver. Patrons were essentially tricked into booking rooms at hotels that were advertised online, but then upon arrival were forced into rooms at other hotels, sometimes with fewer amenities.

A Vanderbilt man who confessed to threatening a judge in Otsego County was sentenced Thursday, according to Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

The man allegedly threatened Otsego Co. Circuit Court Chief Judge Colin G. Hunter via Facebook.

MACKINAC ISLAND, MI - On a Michigan island famously known for its bicycle traffic, Mackinac Island’s police chief found himself the victim of a bike thief last week when his trusty two-wheeled steed was taken - and later found abandoned at a known party spot near the island’s edge.

A Vanderbilt man was sentenced for making death threats against an Otsego County Chief Judge on social media, according to Attorney General Dana Nessel in a release Thursday. In January, Jonathan Brisson, 32, of Vanderbilt was charged with communicating a false threat of terrorism, a 20-year-felony, after he threatened Otsego County Circuit Court Judge Colin G. Hunter on Facebook.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel accused the Lieghio family hotel owners of unlawful business practices in February. The settlement, filed Tuesday, applies to more than 25 hotels and two family-operated websites. The Lieghio businesses deny violating the Michigan Consumer Protection Act, but agree to refrain from unfair or deceptive business...

CHARLEVOIX — Charlevoix Middle High School Principal Suzanne Klinger has retired after 29 years of service in the Charlevoix Public School system. She held the principal position for 15 years and before that had experience as an assistant principal, media specialist and high school business teacher.  ...

PELLSTON – There’s a lot of sporting activities that people will get on board with quickly. Both there's also certain activities where it's a challenge to sell people on. For Kathleen Blust, currently a teacher at Pellston Middle School/High School, she knows all about the latter. Since arriving...

HARBOR SPRINGS — Approaching nearly 50 years, the annual Paul Revere 5K and 10 mile run will return to downtown Harbor Springs next week. After a year of being a virtual event, the race returned to July 4 last year with hundreds of runners flocking to the streets of Harbor Springs. ...

(CBS DETROIT) – A man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to making death threats against an Ostego County judge, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced Thursday. Jonathan Brisson, 32, of Vanderbilt was charged in January with communicating a false threat of terrorism, a 20-year felony, after threatening Otsego County Circuit Court Chief Judge Colin G. Hunter via Facebook. He pleaded guilty to this charge in March. On Tuesday, June 28, Brisson was sentenced to two years in prison, mental health treatment, and he was ordered to have no contact with the victim. “My office will continue to aggressively pursue threats against public officials,” Nessel said. “Those who would threaten violence against office holders must know there are real consequences for their actions.” Officials released that the sentence also includes 12 months in jail with credit for 100 days served and the balance suspended. © 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

Whitney Amann and videographer Josh Monroe continue their four-part series of Tough Jobs on Mackinac Island at Mackinac Wheels with how they keep the island moving. With no cars allowed — you have three ways to get around: by foot, by horse or by bike. One of the most...

PETOSKEY — After closing down nearly one year ago, Dairy Zone on M-119 has reopened under new ownership. Charis Larson and Suzanne Sipe, owners of Snickerdoodlz at 2170 Anderson Road, were looking to open a second frozen yogurt location, when they had the opportunity to purchase Dairy Zone and made the decision to pivot to ice cream.

Brutus, N.Y. — A Rochester man faces charges for driving while intoxicated under Leandra's Law, following a traffic stop on the New York State Thruway. New York State Police pulled over a vehicle in Brutus, Cayuga County around 3:40 p.m. Tuesday for a traffic violation. The driver, Paul Mason,...

The boom-or-bust lake town of Petoskey isn't known as a technological epicenter. Nestled on Little Traverse Bay, business here is more about the charming downtown and coastal white sand resorts.

Long ago God spoke to our ancestors in many and various ways by the prophets, but in these last days he has spoken to us by a Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, through whom he also created the worlds. He is the reflection of God’s Glory and the exact imprint of God’s very being, and he sustains all things by his powerful word. Hebrews 1:1-3a NRSV ...