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Farmington Hills driver faces charges in crash that killed motorcyclist
OXFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. – A 54-year-old man from Farmington Hills has been charged in a May crash that killed a motorcyclist from Orion Township. Background: Motorcyclist killed when car turns out in front of him at Oakland County intersection. Adnan Ali Eltobji was charged Friday, July 26, with a...
Lake Orion Man Sentenced to 26-50 Years for Rape and Assault of Ex-Girlfriend in Oakland County
In Oakland County, a harrowing case has reached its conclusion as Adam Richard Williams, a 35-year-old man from Lake Orion, has been condemned to 26-50 years of incarceration for a brutal assault and rape of his ex-girlfriend. According to WWJ Newsradio, Williams's crimes included home invasion, sexual assault, and domestic violence, which occurred on July 31 and August 1, 2023, following the end of his relationship with the victim.
Michigan man sentenced in rape, beating of woman after breakup
PONTIAC, MI – A Michigan man has been sentenced to 26 to 50 years in prison for the rape and beating of his ex-girlfriend, authorities announced. Adam Richards Williams, 35, of Lake Orion, was sentenced Monday by Oakland County Circuit Court Judge Kwamé Rowe, who exceeded sentencing guidelines due to the “egregious, despicable crimes” that Williams is convicted of, according to the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office.
Oakland County Airport's 'Festival of Flight' offering plane rides, air show, more
For those dreaming to take to the sky and soar with the clouds, here's your chance. The Oakland County International Airport's annual free open house and air show, which was recently renamed the "Festival of Flight," is looking to celebrate the region's rich aviation heritage with an air show, aircraft displays and rides into the sky from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Aug. 11. ...
Oakland County man charged with killing on-duty Melvindale police officer
MELVINDALE, Mich. – An Oakland County man has been charged with killing an on-duty Melvindale police officer. Michael Lopez, 44, of Southfield, was pulled over at 12:34 p.m. Sunday, July 21, 2024, at a car wash near the intersection of Oakwood Boulevard and Clarann Street in Melvindale, officials said.
Michigan AG to ask US Supreme Court to rule on tainted evidence in Danielle Stislicki murder trial
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. – In a major new development, the battle over whether powerful evidence should be included in an Oakland County murder trial could go to the U.S. Supreme Court. Local 4 has been closely following the murder case -- and the fight over evidence in the case...
Judge throws book at Lake Orion man convicted of home invasion, raping and beating woman
An Oakland County judge is sending a Lake Orion man to prison for 26-50 years in prison — far in excess of sentencing guidelines — for his "despicable" crimes and for repeatedly violating the judge's orders. Sentencing guidelines called for a prison term for Adam Richards Williams of 171 months to 285 months, in other words, at least 14 years to a maximum of almost 24 years. ...
ICYMI: Michigan Business Beat | Lydia Michaels Her Brand, Her Book, and Oakland Co. 40 Under 40 Recognition
Chris Holman welcomes back Lydia Michael, Speaker, Author, Founder & Owner, Blended Collective, Detroit, MI. MBN met her last year at the Michigan Inventors Coalition's 11th Annual Expo in East Lansing. Nine months after the last interview she has more news to share. [https:/lydiamichael.com/brand-love-book/]lydiamichael.com/brand-love-book]. Watch Lydia and Chris discuss about...
Super Bowl ticket giveaway part of flag football fundraiser for Michigan schools
An effort to provide dozens of metro Detroit schools with flag football supplies is underway, and the fundraising campaign could mean a trip to Super Bowl LIX for a lucky donor. The Detroit Sports Commission and GENYOUth, a national youth wellness organization, have partnered to launch the Rally For Good campaign. ...
Castle-like Oakland County mansion, with ‘resort-style’ features, on market for $6.45M
No detail was spared in the design and construction of a stunning Normandy French Tudor-inspired estate with over 14,000 square feet of living space that is for sale in the guarded and 24-hour gated community of Orchard Ridge in Oakland Township. The custom mansion — with old-world flair, steep-peaked roofs, a turret and...
State senator cheers on Utica Community Schools grad in the Summer Olympics
An Oakland County-based lawmaker says he will be cheering on a Utica Community Schools graduate along with the rest of Team USA as they compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics that start Friday in Paris. State Sen. Michael Webber said Freddie Crittenden III, a 2013 graduate of Utica High School,...
Sentencing set for Holly woman
Angela Marie Wallace, 54, of Holly, is expected back in Oakland County Circuit Court for sentencing on Oct. 3 at 8:30 a.m. on her embezzlment case. Wallace’s case dates back to Dec. 6, 2023, when she was arraigned on the two counts in Oakland County 52-2 District Court. She appeared in court and stood mute to the charges. A plea of not guilty was entered by the court. She was released on personal bond of $5,000.
The Legend of The Most Mischievous Cat In Michigan’s History
There is a story of a cat that came out of Pontiac, Michigan, which will no doubt go down as one of the most mischievous of all time. The story came from a cat that was in its prime in 1962 and the story was shared in the New London Day Newspaper.
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