New Hudson Man's Statements To Police Can Be Used At Child Beating Trial

An evidentiary hearing was concluded Monday for 23-year-old Seth Blumberg, who is charged with assault with intent to murder and 1st degree child abuse.

Commission Candidate Calls On Board To Examine PFAS Threat

Democrat Alex Hansen called on the Livingston County Board of Commissioners to begin an investigation into the extent of contamination in the county after it was reported that more than 11,300 sites statewide could be contaminated by perfluoroalkyls, more commonly known as PFAS.

LESA Collecting School Supplies During "Stuff The Bus" Event Friday

With another school year looming, many local families in need are faced with the hefty financial task of purchasing supplies and a local event aims to help.

Rock The Block Wednesday In Downtown Howell

Downtown Howell will be rocking out Wednesday night for the season finale of the popular summer food and music festival series.

Planned Gas Release May Sound Like Explosions

The release encompasses an area from D-19 to Grand River to Chilson to Beck Road.

D-19 Construction Project Nearing Completion

The project along a portion of D-19 in Marion Township has caused significant back-ups and delays during rush hour.

Proposed Settlement in Brighton Twp. Sewer Lawsuit Still Drawing Criticism

Some of the residents represented in the lawsuit have shared their opposition with Circuit Court Judge Michael P. Hatty regarding the settlement's terms.

Inmate Accused of Soliciting Murder With Local Woman's Help

Livingston County Jail inmate James Bonam allegedly solicited a third party while incarcerated for a separate case and Matthea Spicer of Fenton is charged as an accessory to the solicitation after the fact.

Nonresidential Development On The Rise In Livingston County

Industrial development led the way locally, comprising 27% of total development in Livingston County, with medical construction close behind at 26.8%

Retired Judge Questions Relationship Between Cavanaugh & Brennan

Retired Livingston County Circuit Court Judge Daniel Burress has filed a new petition and brief based on information related to 53rd District Court Judge Theresa Brennan.

Milford Man Killed In Unadilla Township Motorcycle Crash

A 64-year-old Milford man, identified as Richard Sanglier, was killed Saturday afternoon when his motorcycle collided with a pickup truck, one of three people killed locally in motorcycle crashes over the weekend.

Firefighters Allege Harassment By Fenton Township Chief

Chief Ryan Volz and firefighter Paul Bjorklund were placed on paid administrative leave July 9th with Captain Steve Haiser appointed interim fire chief.

MDOT Seeking Public Input On Draft Transportation Plan

The draft includes rehabilitation projects for I-96 from Chilson to Dorr Road and M-59 from west of Lakena Road to the county line.

Two Motorcyclists Killed In Handy Township Crash With Van

The motorcycle, traveling southbound at the time, was being operated by a 28-year-old Laingsburg resident with a 31-year-old passenger from Fowlerville. They were both pronounced dead at the scene by Livingston EMS.

Hartland Twp. Officials Seek Retail Market Analysis

Some developers claim the area's market cannot support more commercial development and that those districts should be rezoned for residential development instead.

Full Ceremonial Burial To Be Held For K9 Faith, "Public Education Dog"

K9 Faith, who will be laid to rest at the Michigan War Dog Memorial cemetery in Lyon Township, was stationed at the Troy Fire Department to teach fire safety to children and seniors.

Application Deadline Thursday For Pinckney Clerk Position

Longtime Clerk Amy Salowitz previously announced she was moving out of state and would be stepping down from the position. Applications and resumes for her replacement are being accepted through 4pm this Thursday, August 2nd.

Arc Livingston To Benefit From Saladpalooza Fundraiser

Registration is still open for Tuesday's "lunch and learn" event, with proceeds going to the local nonprofit that helps advocate for the special needs community.

New Chromebooks to Help Brighton Students in World Language Program

Some 255 new laptop computers, called Chromebooks, will be available for 7th-through-12th-grade Brighton Area Schools students this fall.

Deadline Approaching For Loan Assistance From 2017 Freeze

August 21st is the filing deadline for federal economic injury disaster loans in Michigan as a result of a frost and freeze cycle from May 7th through the 9th of 2017.

Pigs At Fowlerville Fair Test Positive For Swine Flu

The Health Department and Fowlerville Fair Board are reaching out to swine exhibitors, their families, and anyone who visited the swine barn at the fair to notify them of possible exposure to infected pigs.

Howell Police Officer Renae Small Retires After 23 Years

Officer Small was honored by Howell Mayor Nick Proctor, City Council and Police Chief George Basar for her service and dedication to the Howell community.

Northfield Township Officials Unimpressed By Proposal For North Village

The Board of Trustees has expressed a willingness to work with the developer and bring the plan closer to the vision drawn out by the community.

Some Polling Locations Changing In Highland Township

Some precincts will change for voters in Highland Township starting with the August primary.

Second Building Approved For Hartland Twp. Water Treatment Plant

The township’s Public Works department says a second building is needed onsite for the purpose of storing maintenance equipment.

Brighton Woman Wants Traffic Signal Near High School Entrance

A Brighton Area School District parent is asking the Board of Education to put in a traffic light and pedestrian crosswalk on West Main St. near the high school.

Indoor/Outdoor Water Park Could Surface in Wixom

The mixed-use project would feature an indoor/outdoor water park, a luxury hotel, office buildings, shops and restaurants.

Bishop Identity Theft Protection Bill Unanimously Passes House

Bishop, a Rochester Hills Republican, introduced the bill in June along with Connecticut Democrat John Larson.

LAKE Street Cruise-In Saturday In Downtown South Lyon

The event will result in some road closures in downtown South Lyon this weekend.

Fenton Planning Commission Clarifies Design Specs For Day Spa

Rejuv Ave Spa is moving from a lease on Leroy Street to a new corner location off Adelaide.

Local Instructor Turns Young Musicians Into Rock Stars

Hamburg Township's Scott Christopher teaches aspiring musicians what is like to be part of a rock band.

Livingston County's June Jobless Rate 3.3%

Livingston County’s jobless rate was up slightly from May to June.

Grant Will Provide Exhaust Removal At Lyon Twp. Fire Stations

The $122,000 is from the Federal Emergency Management Agency through a 2017 Assistance to Firefighters Grant.

Two More Measles Cases Reported In Michigan

Two more Measles cases were confirmed in Oakland and Washtenaw counties.

New Early Childhood Center Consolidates Several Programs & Resources In One Location

The Little Highlanders Learning Center is a collaborative effort between Howell Public Schools, LESA and Child Connect designed to promote high-quality early childhood education.

Two Large Construction Projects Complete

In Green Oak Township, the Whitmore Lake roundabout is open for daytime use and in the City of Brighton, the Challis Road project is complete.

Exam Continues Next Week For Genoa Man Charged With Attempted Murder

50-year-old Michael Troy Mapes appeared in 53rd District Court this week for an exam on charges relate to an incident in which he's alleged to have poured gasoline on his wife and around her bed.

Merkel Resignation From Howell DDA "Amicable"

Country Lane Owner Kevin Adamo and Diamond's owner Adam Merkel are leaving because of new business opportunities, but will remain a part of the community.

Community Build Day Set For New Whitmore Lake Elementary Playground

A new playground is being built for students at Whitmore Lake Elementary and volunteers are being sought during a community build day August 27th.

Republican Candidate For Governor Brings Mobile Touring Unit Through Brighton

Dr. Jim Hines took his plans for auto insurance reform and fixing the roads to residents, Tuesday.

Barricaded Gunman Situation Turns Fatal In Lyon Township

A domestic violence incident and barricaded gunman situation ended with a Lyon Township man taking his own life late Tuesday night.

Brighton Board of Education Reaches Tentative Accord with Two Unions

Members of two Brighton Area Schools employee unions will get 2% pay hikes if tentative agreements are ratified at the next board meeting.

Protestors Want New Trial For Man Serving Life In Prison

Community members gathered outside of the Livingston County Prosecutor's Office today, asking Prosecutor Bill Vailliencourt to grant Jerome Kowalski a new trial and to file charges against embattled Judge Theresa Brennan.

Lyon Township Firefighters Rescue Man From Crash

Firefighters rescued a man from a vehicle that crashed and began to catch on fire in Lyon Township Tuesday.

Former Livingston Animal Control Director Suspended In Ingham County

The Ingham County Board of Commissioners voted to suspend Animal Control Director John Dinon and Deputy Director Anne Burns following investigations about poor animal care. Burns was the Director of Livingston County Animal Control until 2010.

New Analysis Tips 8th District Away From Bishop

Sabato’s Crystal Ball, a nonpartisan political analysis newsletter run by the University of Virginia Center for Politics, shifted the 8th District from “Leans Republican” to “Toss Up”

US Army Chinook Helicopter Stops in Brighton As Part of Police Youth Leadership Academy

The highlight of the new Brighton Police Youth Leadership Academy program has been Tuesday's landing of a US Army Chinook helicopter and static display at Brighton High School.

Protest Planned To Support Man Sentenced To Life By Embattled Judge

The protest for Jerome Kowalski will take place in front of the Livingston County Prosecutor’s Office from 1 to 6pm today.

Former Last Chance Rescue Director Enters Plea

Sharen Kizer, the former director of the local animal rescue organization, has entered a plea to a reduced charge in an animal cruelty case.

Discussion On Revisions To Howell Twp. Sign Ordinance Continue

Township officials thus far have enacted two moratoriums on new signs, citing the need to amend their current ordinance to provide clarity and consistency.

Gubernatorial Candidate Weighs In On Livingston County Judgeships

Patrick Colbeck attended the Pinckney/Putnam/Hamburg/Hell Chamber of Commerce’s "Meet the Candidates" forum in Hamburg Township Monday.

School Board Candidates File For November Election

Tuesday marked the filing deadline for local Board of Education candidates for the November General Election.

Timothy Busfield & Melissa Gilbert Cancel Estate Sale

An estate sale in Brighton at the former home of the celebrity couple has been canceled.

Court Hearing Dates Set For Judge Theresa Brennan

A formal timeline and hearing dates have been scheduled in the misconduct case filed against 53rd District Court Judge Theresa Brennan.

Settlement Reached For Sanctions Against Owner Of Barnstormers

After seven years of litigation, the lawsuit between Green Oak Township and the owner of Barnstormers has finally concluded.

Moratorium Authorized On Group Homes In City Of Howell

The Howell City Council has approved a year-long moratorium on applications for group homes and sober living facilities in residential districts to try and get a better handle on the situation.

Interim Executive Director Named For Brighton-Based Nonprofit

Jim Gilmore of Hamburg Township has been named interim executive director for UBU Today, a local non-profit that utilizes holistic methods to treat victims suffering from trauma in multiple forms.

A Sinking Fund Millage Will Be On November's Ballot For Howell Public School Voters

On November 6th, voters will have the opportunity to vote on a sinking fund millage request to benefit Howell Public School's infrastructure needs.

Over $3,400 Raised For Local Girl Battling Leukemia

Proceeds from the "Emma Roberts Strong" t-shirt fundraiser will be used for medical assistance and other needs while 12-year-old Emma battles Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.

Amended Complaint Filed Against Judge Theresa Brennan

The Judicial Tenure Commission filed an amended complaint alleging Brennan made false statements related to work employees did for her campaign, and improper demeanor toward an attorney.

Police Working TO Locate Caller In "Swatting" Incident At Proud Lake Campground

What’s believed to have been a fake sexual assault call at an area campground led to a large scale police search this past weekend.

Rivals For County Commission Seat Featured At Forum

Incumbent 6th District Commissioner Bob Bezotte and challenger Steve Williams discussed issues like housing federal prisoners in the county jail, funding economic development organizations, and roads.

Scholarship Honors Memory Of Milford Student

Lake Superior State University says the Justin Kelly Memorial Endowment is made possible by family and friends of Kelly, a fire science student from Milford who died in February as a result of an accident.

Grand Trunk Caboose Restoration Unveiled Sunday

The 1888 caboose was added to the Howell Area Historical Society’s collection in 2011, and has been lovingly restored in the years since by a group of volunteers.

Basement Cleaning Turns Up Grenade In Highland Township

A deputy responded to the Highland Township Substation after another person reported his friend found the military-style grenade with a safety pin in place.

Senior Dance Troupe To Perform Motown Show In Hartland

The Recycled Rockettes and Rockers are a dance group of women and men, age 50 and over, who dress up in Broadway-style costumes with many changes during their performances.

Hartland-Area Home & Business Owners Could See Insurance Savings

Fire Chief Adam Carroll says homeowners and business in the new Class 5 area should realize a savings on the fire portion of their property insurance.

Hacker Road Construction Starts Today

A segment of Hacker Road in a swampy area of Hartland and Oceola Townships will be closed again for construction.

Search Continues For Missing Highland Township Man

28-year-old Kevin Graves was last seen the evening of July 1st at the Electric Forest Music Festival.

Iron Chef Culinary & Mixology Competition Approaching

The 14th annual Iron Chef competition to benefit the Gleaners Community Food Bank of Livingston County is approaching August 9th.

Annual Veterans Appreciation Picnic At Brighton Rec Area

The annual picnic in August serves as a thank you to Livingston County veterans and their families.

Secretary Of State Promoting Motorcycle Safety This Summer

Michigan Secretary of State Ruth Johnson reminds motorists to “Look Twice, Save a Life”.

Milford Native & Head Chef Moving On To "More Fulfilling" Venture

Brandon Zarb recently announced he'll educating young adults with disabilities in culinary arts at Rising Star Academy.

132nd Annual Fowlerville Family Fair Kicks Off Monday

The fair runs through Saturday, July 28th.

Bridge Replacement Project To Close Wixom Road July 29th

A large project to replace an aging bridge is getting underway soon, resulting in some detours for motorists in the Milford area.

Local Food Pantry Seeking Donations For Heating & Cooling System

The additions to the Fenton Center of Hope food pantry are needed especially for the purpose of storing fresh produce and food during the hot summer months.

New Filter Approved For Challis Road Water Plant

The Brighton City Council voted to approve the purchase Thursday night.

GOP Governor Candidate Launching Mobile 10 Day Tour

Dr. Jim Hines recently announced a 10-day, 11 county campaign tour.

Rickett Road in Brighton Reopened to Traffic After Repairs Made

Although it took longer than expected, Rickett Road in Brighton reopened to traffic this morning after repairs were made to the road and a ruptured sewer main.

PPHH Chamber Candidate Forum Set For Monday

The Pinckney/Putnam/Hamburg/Hell Chamber of Commerce is hosting a "Meet the Candidates" forum on Monday, July 23rd at 6pm at the Hamburg Township offices on Merrill Road.

War Dog Memorial Fundraiser To Benefit Ceremonial Burials

The Michigan War Dog Memorial in Lyon Township educates on the heroics and dedication of K-9s and provides full honor interments to the dog’s owner at no cost.

Howell Restaurant Owner Expands To Downtown Royal Oak

Adam Merkel, owner of Diamond's, The Silver Pig, and Cello, is opening a new Diamond's location as part of a dual concept plan in Royal Oak.

Jury Finds Truck Driver Guilty In US-23 Fatalities

63-year-old Gary Bryce Erard was found guilty Wednesday by a 53rd District Court jury.

Weekend Construction Signals Final Phase Of Challis Road Project

The Livingston County Road Commission advises pavement rehabilitation work will get underway on Challis Road between Grand River and Karl Griemel Drive in Genoa Township staring at 8:00 tonight, lasting through 6am Monday.

Green Oak Twp. Upgrading Water Treatment Plant

The design process is underway to add a screen and filtration system, which officials say will put a stop to what has been 18 years of ongoing equipment failures.

Fenton Resident Reappointed To The Commission on Middle-Eastern American Affairs

Manal Saab is the CEO of Sorensen Gross Construction Services.

Motorists Reminded To "Move Over" For Emergency Vehicles

Motorists are being reminded that they need to obey Michigan’s “Move Over” law designed to protect the lives of emergency responders.

New Trial Date Set For New Hudson Man Charged In Infant's Beating

An evidentiary hearing will be continued July 30th for 23-year-old Seth Blumberg, who is charged with assault with intent to murder and 1st degree child abuse.

Tyrone Township Man Loses Appeal, Stuck With $1,400 Fire Run Bill

Raed Sahouri tried cancelling a call to his house, but fire fighters showed up anyway, and discovered he was burning without a permit.

Grand Opening Of 1888 Grand Trunk Western Caboose Sunday

A group of dedicated volunteers have been working bring the piece of history back to life and is ready to show it off this weekend.

Demonstrators Hold Anti-Trump Protest In Brighton

Concerned citizens and political activists gathered outside Congressman Mike Bishop's Brighton office for a peaceful protest in the wake of President Donald Trump’s and Russian President Vladimir Putin’s summit in Finland.

Accidental Drowning Ruled In Hartland Man's Death

54-year-old Todd Mara of Hartland drowned Sunday in White Lake and his body recovered by divers on Tuesday.

Green Oak Twp. Skipping "Green Oak Day" This Year

Officials say the municipality is taking a break from one of its yearly community events, citing construction of the township’s new police station as the major factor.

MSP Conducts Second Search Warrant At Priest's Williamston Residence

A second search at the home of Jonathan Wehrle, who is accused of embezzling money from a Roman Catholic Church in Okemos, turned up thousands of dollars in cash.

Bishop Discusses Russia & Trade With President At White House Meeting

Congressman Mike Bishop joined with members of the House Ways and Means Committee on Tuesday at the White House for a meeting with the President to discuss the summit with Russian President Putin along with tax reform, trade and tariffs.

Howell Twp. Seeks Residents' Input For Parks & Rec Master Plan

The township is looking for the public's help in developing their first parks and recreation master plan, which outlines future goals and objectives for building the system.

Grant Will Complete Funding For Rehab Center's Expansion In Chelsea

It’s expected to add 22,000 square feet for private rooms, bathrooms and common living spaces.

Virtual 5K To Raise Funds For Local Parks

A virtual race is a race that can be run, or walked, from any location. Participants can run, jog, or walk on the road, on the trail, on the treadmill, at the gym or on the track, or even at another race.

Levin Endorses Slotkin For 8th District Race

On Tuesday, former Michigan Senator Carl Levin and Elissa Slotkin held an open discussion in Detroit on national security topics, including President Trump’s recent press conference with Russian President Putin.

School Lake Aquatic Assessment Stalls After Petition Loses Support

Some residents that had already signed the petition for the Special Assessment District have rescinded their support, citing environmental concerns and lack of information.

Tyrone Township Renewing Fire Contracts

The new contracts will hold fees steady for the first year, with 1% increases each of the next 4.

Brighton Officials Prepare For Final Headlee Override Open House

All members of the public are invited to learn more about the proposal, ask questions, and discuss concerns about the plan for fixing roads in Brighton.

Divers Recover Body of Hartland Man From White Lake

The 55-year-old victim, who has not yet been identified, was last seen Sunday swimming in the lake, but did not resurface after swimming underneath a pontoon boat.

Brighton Twp. Revokes Gravel Company's Permits, Citing Violations

Township officials say Ashley Land Development was not permitted to bring concrete onsite to be crushed, even suggesting it was purposefully excluded from project logs.

Brighton Vigil Planned In Reaction To Trump/Putin Summit

The “Confront Corruption and Demand Democracy” vigils will begin at sundown, including at the Brighton office of U.S. Congressman Mike Bishop.

Sheriff Warns Political Sign Stealers & Vandalizers To "Knock It Off"

Livingston County Sheriff Mike Murphy took to Facebook Monday to speak on the issue, saying that while everyone has a right to speak their mind and advocate for their candidate, they don’t have a right to destroy campaign materials for candidates or issues they disagree with.

Grand Opening Set Sunday For Refurbished 1888 Caboose

The Howell Area Historical Society will celebrate the grand opening of its refurbished caboose on Sunday, July 22nd from 10am to 4pm with tours and music.

Mike Rogers Calls Trump's Assertions "Fundamentally Wrong"

The former head of the House Intelligence Committe stated that, Russia has "Waged continuous & increasingly aggressive cyberattacks against us", "Interfered in our 2016 elections", "Annexed Crimea" and "Shot down a civilian airliner," among other things.

Gunman Who Shot At Police Trooper Identified As Fenton Man

Authorities say Douglas Sawyer died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound after exchanging gunfire with a trooper following a traffic stop.

Liquor License Gets Approved For Returning Mexican Restaurant

The owner of Mexicali Allies took another step forward in bringing back a Mexican restaurant to downtown Howell.

Search To Continue In White Lake For Hartland Man

Divers from the Oakland County Sheriff’s dive team searched most of the day Monday White Lake for the unidentified 55-year-old Hartland man.

Suspect in Armed Robbery At Highland Twp. Gas Station Evades Police

Authorities are still looking for the suspect that robbed a Mobil gas station in Highland Township early Monday morning.

Search Continues for Local Man Thought To Have Drowned in White Lake

As of 2:30pm today, the Oakland County Sheriff's Office Marine Unit and the Dive Team was still searching a portion of the lake for the 55-year-old man from Hartland.

8th District Now Considered A "Toss Up" In November

On Friday, the Cook Political Report changed the designation of the 8th Congressional District from "leans Republican" to “toss up.”

Registration Open For Upcoming Hunter Safety Class

The Pinckney Police Department is sponsoring the August 8th course, which will cover hunting laws, survival skills and safety measures.

Hearing Set Wednesday For Man Charged In Child's Beating

23-year-old Seth Blumberg is charged with assault with intent to murder and 1st degree child abuse.

Small-Scale Crowdfunding Meal Set For Thursday

Hartland SOUP, set for 6:30pm on Thursday, July 19th, is a small-scale crowdfunding initiative that will combine a quick and easy meal with a chance to jump-start some local ideas and turn them into reality.

Hacker Road Work Kicks Off Next Week

Construction is expected to begin Monday, July 23rd, and last through August 18th, with a major traffic impact.

Town Hall Event To Focus On Proposed Redistricting Reform

Voters Not Politicians will host an event at the Hamburg Township Library Wednesday to discuss gerrymandering and changing the process of redrawing voting district boundaries.

Advanced Manufacturing Classes To Be Offered At MCC This Fall

Mott Community College's Livingston Branch Center is offering classes in the professional trades to help fill growing industry demand.

Hartland Twp. Partners Stepping Up Resident Communication

"Partners in Progress" is comprised of officials from the township, Cromaine Library, Hartland School district and Hartland Area Chamber of Commerce.

Putnam Twp. Officials Consider Crafting "Agritourism" Ordinance

Agritourism often includes events like barn weddings and farm-to-table dinners, as well as places to pick fresh produce.

Brighton Township Woman Reappointed To Board of Optometry

Sandra Doud of Brighton Township is an optometrist at Huron Ophthalmology and also a member of the American and Michigan Optometric Associations.

State Rep. Hank Vaupel Hosts Annual Summer Reading Contest

Vaupel says studies show reading over the summer helps students with learning retention and better prepares them the following school year.

Election Inspectors Undergo Training As August Primary Approaches

Inspectors are being trained on the county's new voting equipment, as well as policies and procedures that will help them avoid issues like voter fraud.

Fowlerville Man Charged In Marijuana Growing Operation Enters Plea

Jeffrey Michael recently pleaded guilty to two added counts of maintaining a drug house in connection with an alleged marijuana growing and distributing scheme uncovered in 2015.

Woman Who Collected Donations Claiming Cancer Found Competent

Candace Ann Streng, formerly of Brighton, is accused of falsely claiming to have cancer and collecting donations for medical expenses from a fraudulent GoFundMe account.

Howell Police Replacing 10-Year Old Patrol Car Cameras

In-car camera systems are being upgraded for the Howell Police Department.

Howell District Launches Mobile Bus To Promote Summer Reading

Howell Public School's mobile reading program launches with the Highlander Express.

Forum Allows Voters To Size Up Democratic Candidates For Congress

Chris Smith and Elissa Slotkin face off in the August 7th primary for the right to run for 8th Congressional District.

Republican Candidates For Michigan Senate Differ On Several Issues

State Representative Lana Theis and Joseph Marinaro took part in a candidate forum held in Hartland Township.

Former Livingston Animal Control Director Facing Suspension In Ingham County

Anne Burns was the Director of Livingston County Animal Control until 2010, when she left the job after being targeted for more than a year by animal activist groups upset by policies on so-called bully breeds and euthanization.

Suspect In Motorcycle Club Break-In & Fire Deemed Competent For Trial

40-year-old Kinley Rae-John Kelm is facing charges in connection with a break-in at the Scorpions Motorcycle Club in Lyon Township.

Dementia Seminar To Help Bring Care To Those Affected

The workshops will be held Tuesday, August 7th at Cleary’s Genoa Township campus and will be conducted by Teepa Snow, an occupational therapist with forty years of clinical practice.

Plane Missing Since 1997 Likely Belonged To Howell Couple

Aircraft wreckage discovered Wednesday in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula may be that of Livingston County couple missing since 1997, and a former principal is recalling the day the beloved art teacher disappeared more than 20 years ago.

Circuit Court Judge Hopefuls Participate In Candidate Forum

The four candidates for the non-partisan 44th Circuit Court Judicial seat met and shared their views with voters from around the county, Thursday night.

Brewery Loses Smoker In Lyon Township Fire

LTFD firefighters extinguished a fire at Draught Horse Brewery early Thursday morning.

Huron Valley Schools Continuing Search For Next Superintendent

The deadline for applications is August 31st

Hamburg Township Promoting Floodplain Education

Floodplain information is being made available to Hamburg Township residents.

Portion Of McGregor Road To Close In Hamburg Township Friday

A drain crossing needing to be replaced will force the road closure Friday.

Wreckage Discovered Thought To Be From Howell Couple's Plane Missing Since 1997

It was that exact model of aircraft that Mark and Janet Davies of Howell were in when they were last seen alive, departing Drummond Island on September 14th, 1997 to return to Howell.

Volunteer Deadline Is Friday For Annual Day Of Caring

Volunteers have the option to register individually or in groups, for a half or full work day. However, they must do so by tomorrow, Friday, July 13th.

New Translation of "The Odyssey" Set For World Premiere In Brighton

The work has seen many adaptations through the centuries, but a recent translation by Emily Wilson is the first English rendering of the poem by a woman and its first staging ever is this weekend at the Brighton Center for the Performing Arts.

Auto Value Fire Caused By Discarded Cigarettes

Three employees at the Brighton Auto Value Store escaped the Wednesday blaze without injury and no customers were inside the building at the time of the incident.

Three Local Fire Departments Awarded Life Saving Equipment Through Grants

The Green Oak Township, Howell Area, and Northfield Township Fire Departments received more than a combined $48,000 in CPR and thermal imaging camera units between them.

Candidate Forum Tonight In Hartland

It is being sponsored in part by Voter’s Voice, the League of Women Voters Brighton/Howell area unit and the Howell, Brighton and Hartland chambers of commerce along with The Livingston Post and WHMI.

Crews Battle Blaze At Auto Parts Store In Brighton

The fire happened at the Auto Value store on Old US-23.

Appeals Filed To Overturn Decision Sending Brennan Grand Jury Case To Outside Judge

Former Livingston County Circuit Court Judge Daniel Burress and Howell attorney Tom Kizer have filed separate appeals of a ruling assigning an out-of-county judge to hear a request for a grand jury to investigate Judge Theresa Brennan.

Unadilla Police Release Name Of Van Crash Victim

The Unadilla Township Police Department says 62-year-old Mark Orr of Pinckney was the driver in the June 25th fatal crash on Unadilla Road in Gregory.

'Taste of Brighton' Dunk Tank To Again Benefit Local Nonprofit Group

Proceeds raised by the dunk tank will benefit the Work Skills Foundation. The nonprofit foundation helps to support Work Skills Corporation in their mission to provide assistance and training for the disabled.

Area Agency On Aging Seeks Approval Of 2019 Implementation Plan

The plan outlines objectives the organization has been and will continue to implement to grow and improve its local services to the aging adult population.

Judge Brennan Resigns From Michigan District Judges Association

Amid a complaint alleging misconduct and a criminal investigation, 53rd District Court Judge Theresa Brennan has resigned from a state judge’s association she had been tapped to lead next year.

Pinckney Village Clerk Moving, Applicants Sought

Candidates are being encouraged to apply for the Pinckney Village clerk position following news of Amy Salowitz's bittersweet pending departure.

Rickett Road Detour Extended To Thursday Morning

Motorists on a portion of Rickett Road in the City of Brighton will have to deal with a detour for a little while longer.

LCCA Meeting Warns Residents Of The Dangers With Marijuana Legalization

The negatives of marijuana legalization in states over the past few years were shared during a community meeting with the Livingston County Community Alliance.

Legion Billboard Plan In Limbo After Howell Twp. Enacts New Sign Moratorium

The new moratorium enacted Monday does not exempt the group and leaves their proposal in limbo.

Hamburg Township Police Advise Public Of Phone Scam

The Hamburg Township Police Department has received several reports from concerned residents regarding phone calls that they have received from a New York phone number, which has a 516 area code.

Conway Township Approves New Cell Tower To Improve Local Service

A 150 foot tower is currently in the works for Conway Township in an effort to bring better cell phone service and data to the township.

Local Departments To Receive Grants For Life-Saving Equipment

The Howell Area Fire Department will receive $20,046 while the Green Oak Fire Department will get $15,026. All of that money will be used for chest compression systems.

Sewer Line Repairs Taking Place On Rickett Road In Brighton

City officials said the sewer main where the breach occurred is one of several old sewer lines in the city which date back to 1938.

Council Reviews Ballot Language For Headlee Override

The Howell City Council met Monday night and reviewed initial draft ballot language for a proposed Headlee Override election.

Brighton Twp. Looks For County To Take Over Addressing Duties

Officials expect the changeover would lead to greater consistency in assigning addresses in the municipality.

Playgrounds Temporarily Closed At Central Park & McHattie Park

Playground equipment at two local parks is undergoing replacement and repairs.

$10,000 Reward Offered For Information On Missing Local Man

A reward is being offered in connection with a public search effort to locate a missing Highland Township man who was last seen at the Electric Forest Music Festival.

Green Oak Township Roundabout Reconstruction Starts Today

Signs have been on US-23 and surface streets to prepare motorists for the roundabout reconstruction project that starts today with a complete closure of the westerly circle at Whitmore Lake Road for 15 days.

Yield Signs Installed At Summit & Bates In City Of Howell

City council recently approved a traffic control order authorizing the new signs.

Exhibit Featuring Michigan Scenes Opens Friday In Genoa Twp.

Hosted by the Brighton Art Guild, "Michigan Scapes" is a new, competitive exhibition featuring 60 paintings by 48 artists from around the state.

Festival Set To Make Memories For 27th Year in Milford

The Milford Memories Summer Festival, which is set to run this year August 10th through the 12th, is put on by the Huron Valley Chamber of Commerce and its volunteer committee.

Fenton Superintendent Adam Hartley Gets Favorable Evaluation

The superintendent of Fenton Area Public Schools was deemed “highly effective”.

Oceola Township To Renew Contract With Ann Arbor SPARK, EDC

The Board of Trustees agreed the continue the partnership which promotes and helps local businesses to succeed.

Pop-Up Green Space To Debut Tuesday In Howell

The temporary roll-out green space is being billed as the first of its kind to make its debut in the United States.

Brighton City Council Asked Who Pays for $2 Million in N. Second St. Upgrades

Brighton officials have responded to a question at Thursday's City Council meeting about who was paying for the over $2 million in improvements to N. Second St.

Headlee Override Passage Would Address Brighton Infrastructure Needs

Brighton officials are hoping voters will pass a Headlee Amendment override proposal next month so they can address vital city infrastructure needs.

Skilled Trades Funding Bill Signed Into Law

Governor Rick Snyder recently signed into law a bill sponsored by a local senator that codifies the Going Pro Talent Program into state law.

Local Man Reported Missing From Electric Forest Music Festival

The public’s assistance is being sought to locate a Kevin Graves of Highland Township, who was last seen Sunday at the Electric Forest Music Festival.

South Lyon City Manager Search Progressing

More than 30 candidates have applied for the South Lyon city manager position.

New Huron Clinton Metroparks Director Settles Into Post

Amy McMillan’s first day in the new position was April 30th. She served as the parks director for Genesee County for almost 19 years before coming to Huron Clinton Metroparks.

Rock The Block Returns July 11th In Downtown Howell

Another Rock the Block Music and Foodie Festival will return to downtown Howell next week.

Pinckney Woman Appointed To State Panel

On Thursday, Lorri White of Pinckney was appointed by Gov. Rick Snyder to the Marihuana Advisory Panel. White is the owner and operator of Lakeland Laboratories.

Leaving Livingston; Gilbert & Busfield Moving To New York

Melissa Gilbert and Timothy Busfield, who moved to Howell in 2013 and then to the Brighton area two years later, say while they have enjoyed their time in Livingston County, career opportunities are calling them elsewhere.

Brighton Council OKs Rickett Sewer & Sinkhole Repairs

A sinkhole that developed and a sewer line that ruptured, both on Rickett Road in Brighton, will be repaired as a result of action by the City COuncil.

Napier Road Reopens Ahead Of Schedule at Lyon Twp./Novi Border

The section, which was formerly a gravel road, had been closed since early April for the second phase of the Napier Road project, which included the gravel-road paving and drainage improvements.

Paddle To The Symphony Returning

The 20th year for Paddle to the Symphony is returning to Kenisington Metropark, Saturday July 14th.

Commission Candidates Square Off Over Facebook Post

A Republican candidate for Livingston County Commissioner says local Democrats are trying to play the race card on him while making false accusations.

Voter Registration Deadline For August Primaries This Monday

Those wishing to partake in the August 7th primaries need to have registered with the Secretary of State, the County Clerk, or their local clerk, by July 9th.

Livingston County Master Plan Is Under Review

Livingston County is one of the fastest growing counties in the state and the county’s planning commission has released the current draft of the master plan.

Suggested Children's Park & Splash Pad Unlikely For Marion Twp.

Township officials say the finances to construct a park and/or splash pad just aren't there, and that they already have resources through two separate recreation authorities.

Mental Exam Ordered For Suspect In Former Pinckney Woman's Death

18-year-old Tywaun Sims-Scott is charged with a single count of homicide-open murder in the stabbing death last month of 19-year-old Jamie Barsegian, who lived for "many years" in Pinckney.

SEMCOG Adding Street View-Type Service To ParkFinder

Nearly 700 miles of hiking, biking, and water trails will be shot that will let residents see what many area parks have to offer in SEMCOGS seven county region.

Great Gatsby-Themed Fundraiser To Fight Alzheimer's

The Gatsby Gala will help raise funds for the annual Brighton Walk to End Alzheimer's.

St. Joseph Mercy Livingston Receives Quality Care Award

Three Saint Joseph Mercy Health System hospitals have received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award.

Former Judge Calls MSP Investigation Into Question

Retired Livingston County Circuit Court Judge Daniel Burress issued a statement Wednesday taking issue with the Michigan State Police’s handling of the Judge Brennan investigation

Whitmore Lake Road Roundabout To Close Monday For 15 Days

Now that the 4th of July holiday has passed, work will be ramping up on the roundabout reconstruction project in Green Oak Township. However, the real traffic impacts will start Monday for motorists.

Man Rescued After Near-Drowning At Camp Dearborn

A beach-goer reportedly pulled the man from the water after he had suffered a heart attack and when troopers arrived they found a civilian performing chest compressions.

LACASA Garden Tour Celebrating 20th Anniversary

This year marks the 20th anniversary of LACASA's Garden Tour Weekend fundraiser.

Three-Quarters Scale Model Of Vietnam Veterans Wall Coming To Howell

The Wall That Heals is a travelling national memorial honoring veterans of the Vietnam War.

Police Say Suspected Drunk Driver Crashed Into Traffic Light & Pole

Motorists should treat the intersection in Fenton as a four-way stop until a temporary traffic light is installed.

Hydroponics Company To Use New Hudson Facility As Hub To Michigan, Midwest

California-based Hydrofarm has opened up a 128,000 square foot distribution center, locally.

Volunteers Needed For MDNR Stewardship Workdays

Summer Concert Series Returns Sunday To Downtown Brighton

The popular Brighton Kiwanis concert series is returning – just in a slightly different location.

Lyon Township Fire Department Offering Child Seat Inspections

The department is reminding the community that it offers free child seat inspections, on an appointment basis.

Attorney General To Review MSP Investigation Into Judge Brennan

Attorney General Bill Schuette will review the Michigan State Police investigation into Livingston County District Court Judge Theresa Brennan.

Friends & Family Seeking To Help Local Family Following Fire

The home of the eight-member VanderPlas Family was a total loss, which relative say left them with, “only the clothes on their back.”

Jail Time Ordered For Milford Man Convicted Of Defrauding IRS

60-year-old Viorel Pricop was sentenced in U.S. District Court in Detroit to 26 months in jail and ordered to repay nearly $502,000 in restitution.

Study Could Lead To Traffic And Road Improvements In Fenton

A study done on the Silver Lake Corridor in Fenton has shown that several intersections need improvements on traffic signal timing and extending left turn lanes.

Motorcyclist Hospitalized With Life Threatening Injuries After Crash

The Monday morning crash happened at M-36 and Pingree Road in Putnam Township.

Resource Officer Positions Added In South Lyon Schools

The Lyon Township Board has approved funding toward both continued and new resource officer positions in South Lyon Community Schools.

Officials Urge Fireworks Safety During Holiday Period

Celebrations can be expected this 4th of July holiday period but local officials again urge safety when it comes to the discharging of consumer fireworks.

Linden Property To Be Cleared For New Parking Lot

Demolition of a home in the City of Linden will pave the way for a parking lot.

LACASA Purchases Land For Planned New Facility Off Tooley Road

LACASA Center, which currently operates at a facility on W. Grand River in Howell Township, recently bought land off of Tooley Road near the county’s EMS Center that officials say will serve as the location for an expanded facility that will serve their needs far into the future.

Ground Broken On New 911 Dispatch Center

The 12,000 square foot facility, expected to cost $6.5 (m) million, will be built directly behind the current building and parking lot, and the old building will be demolished once operations are moved.

Hearing Will Determine Admissibility Of Statements In Child's Beating

23-year-old Seth Blumberg is charged with assault with intent to murder and 1st degree child abuse in the death of his girlfriend's infant child.

Cromaine Library: Not Too Late To Sign Up For Summer Reading Program

In addition to their reading program, the library is holding numerous events for every age throughout the summer.

Deadline Extended Indefinitely For Brennan's Response To JTC Complaint

Lynn Helland, the Judicial Tenure Commission’s Executive Director, tells WHMI that while he was not at liberty to say why the deadline had been extended, there was, “nothing unusual in this.”

Hartland Schools Battle Tight Budget With Proactive Approach

The Hartland School district is in good company when it comes to budget woes, though that provides little comfort.

Teens Caught Damaging Milford's Central Park

A group of teens are expected to face charges for causing damage to Milford’s Central Park.

Nearly 1.6 Million Michiganders To Travel For 4th Of July

That’s the highest Michigan travel volume around Independence Day since AAA began tracking 18 years ago.

Crews Battle Fire In Commercial Building In Lyon Township

Multiple departments assisted on the scene of a Friday morning fire in an industrial complex in Lyon Township.

Brighton 4th Of July Festivities Set Wednesday

Per tradition, the community will come together for Brighton’s 4th of July parade and activities.

Red Cross Seeks Summer Donations

The American Red Cross is looking for donations to fill their summer shortage.

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