George James

A Port Huron woman is celebrating after the Michigan Court of Appeals gave her dog another lease on life. Chance, an eighty-pound American bulldog, was ordered euthanized after biting a house guest’s nose in ’24. But appeals court judges say the district court must reconsider testimony that the guest leaned within inches of Chance’s face, scolded him loudly, and may have waved a shoe. Chance has remained kenneled for more than two years while the case continues.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Firefighters and community members are preparing to walk across Michigan this September to honor fallen first responders and support local crews battling cancer. The Walk For The Red 4 day journey begins at Macomb Township Station Two and ends in Cascade Township, bringing together more than 57 dedicated walkers. Marking the 25th anniversary of September 11, participants aim to raise thousands of dollars for each registered firefighting family facing medical expenses or loss. Local families will march alongside emergency personnel to remember their loved ones.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A Clinton Township man faces trial for the fatal shooting of his 21-year-old girlfriend following a heated domestic dispute earlier this year. Jeremiah Broady called 911 after shooting Mya Selina Hicks multiple times at a home on 15 Mile Road. A district judge ordered Broady to stand trial in Macomb County Circuit Court on 6 felony counts, including 2nd-degree murder and illegal firearm possession. Officials say domestic violence accounts for nearly 70 percent of local homicides. Broady faces potential life imprisonment when court proceedings begin in September in Mount Clemens.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A Port Huron man faces life behind bars following a violent, unprovoked stabbing outside an Eastpointe motel along Gratiot Avenue. Prosecutors say 49 year old Eric Dewayne Williams attacked a complete stranger three times in the abdomen late at night before fleeing the scene. Williams returned to the property shortly after, where police quickly took him into custody while searching for the weapon. His bond is set at one million dollars as he faces charges of assault with intent to murder and tampering with evidence.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

The Marysville High School football team is shifting into high gear as practice gets underway for the upcoming season. Coming off 23 wins over the last 3 years, the Vikings are refusing to rest on past success. Head Coach Derrick Meier and his squad are focused on the future, led by star tackle Drew Kryscynski and returning starting quarterback Brady Wright. The powerhouse offense averaged over 30 points a game last year, and the team aims to bring that same high intensity to the field for the August 27th season opener.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet