A Macomb County man will spend the rest of his life in prison after a jury found 42-year-old Matthew Lewinski guilty of killing his ex-girlfriend inside his home in late ’20. Prosecutors say an argument turned violent when 52-year-old Courtney “Jerri” Winters showed up unannounced, ending with Lewinski choking her to death. He then hid her body in his basement for months. The crime surfaced after a medical emergency led family members to the home. Lewinski later confessed, and that statement helped secure his conviction and life sentence without parole. Authorities say the victim had not been reported missing during that time.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A Clyde Township restaurant is turning to the community for help after a fire forced it to shut down earlier this month. The Dorsey House has been closed since the July 5 blaze, and the owner is now asking nearby bars and restaurants to consider hiring displaced staff while repairs remain uncertain. A social media post lists openings for servers, bartenders, and kitchen workers to quickly reconnect employees with jobs. The fire happened mid-afternoon during renovations, with no injuries reported, and the cause is still under investigation.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Yale’s downtown is set to fill with crowds as the annual Bologna Festival returns July 31st through August 2nd, bringing a boost of activity to the Blue Water Area. The three-day event draws families and visitors with free admission, featuring a parade, fireworks, live music, and a lineup of quirky contests like outhouse races and a bologna ring toss. Local vendors, car enthusiasts, and community groups will also take part, turning the long-running festival into a major summer gathering centered on food, fun, and hometown pride.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

In St. Clair, a youth softball team battled extreme heat and a tense pitching duel to claim a 1-0 state championship win over Georgetown last Tuesday. Pitcher Kora Robbins led the way with nine strikeouts in a complete-game shutout, keeping the game scoreless until the fifth inning. With two outs, Nina Delore delivered a clutch RBI double to drive in the only run. Backed by strong community support, the team advanced to a regional tournament in Indiana already underway.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet