Macomb County

Michael Sowards pleaded guilty to weapons charges after allegedly calling a mail carrier racial slurs and threatening with an AR-15 rifle in Macomb County. The incident occurred on May 4 near Mount Clemens when the mail carrier requested Sowards secure his dog for safe delivery. During custody, deputies found multiple firearms and ammunition in his home.

Southbound M-53 near Macomb County will close for one week, spanning from Wednesday, August 12 through Wednesday, August 19. The closure is required for utility work conducted by Washington Township, which aims to install a new sanitary sewer system. Although the main route is closed, Northbound M-53 will remain open and local access will be maintained.

Thunderstorms are expected to move across Metro Detroit on Monday, Aug. 10. A list of special weather statements has been provided for multiple counties, including Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Monroe, Livingston, Lenawee, Lapeer, Genesee, St. Clair, and Sanilac.

A Clinton Township man named Anthony Patterson pleaded no contest to charges following three separate armed robberies in Macomb County in December 2025. These incidents occurred at a Wendy’s restaurant and two other businesses—Starlight Nails and Advance America—where he was accused of robbing employees, customers, and taking money from cash drawers.

Tom Smith announced he is running for Michigan’s 8th Congressional District to unseat Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet at a GOP unity brunch in Macomb County. Previously, Smith suspended his campaign and placed his support behind Al Lemmo. In the primary, Thomas defeated Amir Hassan, who subsequently congratulated his opponents.

Tom Smith declared at a GOP unity brunch that he is running for Michigan's 8th Congressional District to unseat Kristen McDonald Rivet, calling her a "communist comrade." Previously dropping out of the race, Smith also stated his intent to advance President Trump’s America First agenda in the general election. Separately, Amir Hassan congratulated his opponents after finishing second in the primary.

Michigan Republicans held a Unity Luncheon in Macomb County after a contentious gubernatorial primary to unify support for the general election. U.S. Rep. John James, the gubernatorial primary winner, and other candidates like Lisa McClain, Mike Rogers, and Michael Bouchard addressed the event, emphasizing unity and Michigan's political comeback.

The article provides a list of counties and townships in Michigan where results for the 2026 Primary Election can be found. Locations include Oakland County, Wayne County, Macomb County, and others with specific townships such as Ferndale, Royal Oak, and Grosse Ile.

Christina Hines is projected to win the Democratic nomination for Michigan’s 10th Congressional District, leading to a November race against GOP nominee Mike Bouchard. Incumbent Rep. John James’s decision to run for governor has left the Macomb County district without an incumbent for the first time.

Michael Bouchard Jr. secured the Republican nomination for Michigan’s 10th Congressional District, while the Democratic primary remains undecided. The district is rated as a 'lean Republican' by Cook Political Report, with the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee listing it as a target district for 2026.

Michael Bouchard has won the Republican nomination for Michigan’s 10th Congressional District. The district includes parts of Macomb County and Oakland County. He aims to take over the seat previously held by John James.

Abdul El-Sayed leads Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary with partial vote counts, as the race reflects party divisions between progressive and establishment factions. Key vote-rich areas remain uncounted, and the winner will face Republican Mike Rogers in a general election toss-up race.

The 2026 Michigan Primary Election results will be available by county, including Oakland, Wayne, Macomb, Monroe, Washtenaw, and Lapeer counties.

Voters in metro Detroit showed strong turnout for early voting and absentee ballot drop-offs ahead of the primary election. Clerks in Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties reported high participation and no major issues, with expectations of a robust Election Day turnout.

Kids on the Go, a Macomb County nonprofit providing free therapy and life skills for children with disabilities, is relocating to a new St. Clair Shores facility. The $2 million project aims to create an accessible space with adaptive features, but the organization needs community funding to complete the move.

The 2026 Michigan Primary Election results are organized by county, including Oakland, Wayne, Macomb, Monroe, and Washtenaw counties, with township-level breakdowns listed in the article.

SMART and DDOT will provide free rides to polling places in Metro Detroit on Primary Election Day, August 4. All SMART services in Oakland, Macomb, Wayne counties, and Detroit city routes will be fare-free from midnight to 11:59 p.m. The initiative aims to ensure voters can access polling locations without transportation barriers.

A Flood Watch is in effect for several counties in Metro Detroit through Sunday afternoon due to heavy rainfall, with up to 3 inches of rain possible in some areas. Weather conditions include rain showers, thunderstorms, and gradually clearing skies through the week.

Michigan health officials warn that measles cases have surged in 2026, surpassing 2025 totals and marking the worst year since 1991. The outbreak is linked to declining MMR vaccination rates, lax attitudes toward diseases, and misinformation on social media and political platforms. Herd immunity thresholds (95% vaccination) are not met in several counties, raising concerns about preventable outbreaks.

A boat explosion on Lake St. Clair in Harrison Twp., Macomb County, resulted in three people being hospitalized.

A 61-year-old Macomb County woman won $326,482 playing the Michigan Lottery’s Michigan Jackpot online game on Fourth of July. She plans to use the winnings for home improvements, debt repayment, and sharing with family.

Luke James Svacha, 51, pleaded no contest to second-degree murder and felony firearm after a shooting at a Macomb County hotel that killed 24-year-old Jajuan Marls. Svacha barricaded himself at a Center Line residence following the Feb. 1, 2025, incident and was arrested 12 hours later. He faces a minimum 22-year prison sentence under a sentencing agreement.

Thousands of Michigan votes in August primaries are rejected due to crossover voting, where voters select candidates from different parties on the same ballot. Partisan votes on affected ballots are not counted, though nonpartisan sections remain valid. Macomb County saw 3.6% of ballots rejected in 2022, and Washtenaw County had a 1.5% rejection rate.

The westbound lanes of I-696 at M-53/Van Dyke Avenue in Macomb County have reopened after a crash that occurred on July 24 near Mound Road. Authorities have not disclosed the number of vehicles involved or if there were injuries.

A 28-year-old man was sentenced after pleading guilty to an $80,000 fraud scheme targeting a Macomb County senior, with the victim receiving full restitution. The scam involved convincing the senior to withdraw savings and hand cash to a courier posing as part of a fake bank security operation. The suspect, Guodong Wu, was identified through surveillance and linked to a similar fraud case in another Michigan jurisdiction.

The family of Michelle Campoy, a Macomb County woman found injured in a hit-and-run incident in December 2025, is urging witnesses to come forward ahead of the sentencing of Roger Criss, who pleaded no contest to failure to stop at the scene of an accident resulting in death. Criss is scheduled to be sentenced on July 28, 2026, and the family seeks additional evidence to pursue a more severe charge.

Michelle Reyntiens, a 57-year-old Warren woman, pleaded no contest to animal abuse after 24 animals, including Pomeranian/Shih Tzus and turtles, were found in unsanitary conditions. Authorities also discovered crack cocaine in her home, and the animals were surrendered to Macomb County Animal Control. She is scheduled for sentencing on Sept. 14.

Forgotten Harvest's Healthy Food, Healthy Kids program distributes 100,000 free lunches to children in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties during the summer, addressing food insecurity through donor funding and volunteer efforts. The initiative supports organizations like Mint Artists Guild, which employs youth in Detroit, ensuring consistent meals for children when school cafeterias are closed.

$15 million in renovations are coming to St. Clair Metro Park in Harrison Township over the next three years. Key upgrades include a renovated north marina, a half-mile accessible bike trail, boardwalk replacement, and an electrical grid overhaul.

A person of interest is in custody after a hit-and-run in Oakland County critically injured a child. Macomb County is launching a pilot project to remove algae from Lake St. Clair. An inmate in Macomb County has been charged with first-degree murder following a cellmate attack. The US and Iran are escalating conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.

Macomb County officials are launching a three-year pilot project this fall to remove M. wollei algae muck from Lake St. Clair using $800,000 in state funding, with contractors Dean Marine & Excavating and Sediment Lakes Aquatic Management. The project aims to study removal techniques and address the environmental issue affecting residents and businesses. Officials emphasize the need for long-term state and federal financial commitment for a lasting solution.

A three-year pilot program will begin removing algae muck from Lake St. Clair shorelines in Harrison Township and St. Clair Shores this fall, funded by nearly $900,000 in state funds. The initiative aims to study the lake bed and explore long-term solutions for Microseira wollei muck, which has caused beach closures, foul odors, and limited water access for residents.

Huntington Bank announced the closure of 13 Michigan branches by the end of August as part of a distribution network review. The closures affect multiple counties, including Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb, with customers directed to nearby branches, ATMs, and digital services. The bank has not confirmed layoffs but plans to reassign impacted employees.

Federal prosecutors have charged Drew Boehme and Thomas Durham with conspiracy to sexually exploit a minor and conspiracy to receive child pornography. Both men are accused of coercing a teenage girl into sex acts.

A crash has closed all westbound lanes of I-94 at 12 Mile Road in Macomb County, causing traffic backups and prompting officials to urge motorists to avoid the area. Details about injuries, vehicle numbers, or the cause remain under investigation, with no estimated reopening time provided.

Kayvon Briscoe Hall, 21, was convicted of second-degree murder and felony firearm charges in the fatal shooting of his partner, Roger Willie, 63, in Warren. The jury reached a verdict in under two hours after a five-day trial, with sentencing scheduled for August 19.

Republican Robert Lulgjuraj suspended his campaign for Michigan’s 10th Congressional District, citing President Donald Trump’s endorsement of Army Capt. Michael Bouchard as leaving him without a viable path to victory. The race now includes Bouchard, Justin Kirk, and Steffan Demetropoulos for the Republican nomination, with Democrats Eric Chung, Tim Greimel, and Christina Hines also competing.

Matthew Lewinski, 42, of Clinton Township, was sentenced to life without parole for murdering his girlfriend Jerri Winters in December 2020 and concealing her body in their apartment's basement for seven months. He was convicted of first-degree murder, disinterment, and concealing the death.

Michigan schools are expanding pre-K programs by converting elementary schools into early childhood centers and using state funding for 68,000 children. Districts like Roseville Community Schools are consolidating pre-K programs into dedicated buildings to streamline operations and attract families to the K-12 pipeline.

Jordan Ellington, 34, was sentenced to 20 to 48 months in prison for assaulting his 77-year-old grandmother with a belt. The Macomb County jury convicted him in May 2026, and the judge imposed a sentence above the state's recommended range.