George James

A Fort Gratiot man is headed to trial after prosecutors say he carried out a violent crime spree across Macomb County. Fifty-three-year-old Thomas Tackett faces 13 charges, including carjacking and multiple home invasions, after incidents in Harrison Township and St. Clair Shores last October. Authorities say he broke into several occupied homes, stabbed a man with a fork, damaged a golf course, and led deputies on a high-speed chase on I-94 before being arrested. Tackett remains jailed without bond and is set for arraignment June 29th.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Sarnia city leaders are weighing a new revenue boost tied to sports betting at Gateway Casinos on London Line. At a meeting today, council will vote on a proposal to secure a direct four percent share of all sports betting profits generated at the site, including sportsbook operations and betting kiosks. The change builds on an existing agreement with the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation and could bring in new funds for local projects. If approved, city officials will finalize and sign the updated deal.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Officials in Huron County responded quickly Monday evening after multiple reports of smoke rising from Heisterman Island in Saginaw Bay. The uninhabited, state-owned island sits off Fairhaven Township. Dispatchers got the first calls shortly after 5 p.m., right after strong thunderstorms rolled through the area. Using a drone between storm cells, the Huron County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the fire was limited to the middle of the island with no signs of people in trouble. The Michigan DNR is now deciding on further action.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet