In Sanilac County, a phone scam is targeting residents, with a fraudster posing as “Lieutenant Stevens” from the Sheriff’s Office. The scammer claims people have warrants or are on the sex offender registry, demanding payment through gift cards from stores like Walmart. The Sheriff’s Office confirms no Lieutenant Stevens exists, and they never demand payments over the phone. If you get a suspicious call, hang up and don’t share personal or financial details.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

On June 4th U.S. Border Patrol’s Detroit Sector arrested three undocumented immigrants during a traffic stop in St. Clair County. The arrests were made by the Marysville ICE Station with support from local law enforcement. The three individuals now face several charges, including being in the country without permission and overstaying their visas. Authorities are moving forward with their removal from the United States. The exact location of the traffic stop within St. Clair County has not been disclosed.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

On Monday, Port Huron drivers will noticed big changes near the Blue Water Bridge due to its plaza expansion. The Michigan Department of Transportation has restricted the Pine Grove ramp to cars only and, by June 15th, shifting eastbound I-94 to three lanes, reserving the left for passenger vehicles. This project rebuilds roads, adds noise walls, and aims to improve safety while creating local jobs, all without raising taxes. This work is part of Component 1 of the BWB plaza expansion project.

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Sanilac EMS, through McKenzie Health System, is now offering free “File of Life” packets during home visits to help residents prepare for emergencies. These forms list vital medical info—like medications, conditions, and emergency contacts—and are placed on refrigerators or carried in wallets. First responders are trained to spot them, which can save precious time during a crisis. McKenzie Health leaders say the program is part of their ongoing mission to improve local health and safety, one home at a time across Sanilac County.

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In Port Huron, Mayor Anita Ashford canceled a special meeting set for Monday to evaluate City Manager James Freed, deepening their ongoing dispute. That same day, Ashford tried to move Freed away from the council table, but the city attorney said he has the right to sit and speak there. Freed responded that he’ll stay in his usual seat unless formally removed. Their feud has shifted from behind the scenes to center stage, with legal threats and internal emails now drawing public attention.

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Joshua Conant’s family is suing Roche Bar, its staff, and Port Huron Police after his death outside the bar last November. The lawsuit claims bouncers used deadly force and Officer Chelsea Koehn failed to act properly. Conant died from restraint-related cardiac arrest. The bar has since closed. The family is seeking over $75,000, alleging negligence, civil rights violations, and improper CPR. Defendants deny wrongdoing, blaming Conant’s actions. A status hearing is set for July 31st in federal court.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet