Homeless Man Shot, Suspect Sought

A homeless man with a gunshot wound walked into a local business in St. Clair County Saturday night. Deputies quickly applied a tourniquet to stop heavy bleeding before EMS and Port Huron Township firefighters arrived. The man was taken to McLaren Macomb for treatment. Marysville Police used a K9 to search a wooded area near 28th and Oak Streets, but no suspect was found. The victim could not provide a description. Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact Detective Silver.

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Schweihofer to Lead College and Career Programs

St. Clair County students will soon get extra support for college and career planning with Erin Schweihofer named Supervisor of Career and College Programs at SCCRESA. Schweihofer, a former Marysville High teacher and principal with 17 years of experience, will connect local schools, colleges, and employers to guide students toward post-graduation goals. She’ll oversee the Blue Water College Access Network, lead programs, and host events to make college and career pathways clearer. Schweihofer says her focus is helping students plan effectively for life after high school.

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BWAT Adds 4 New CNG Buses

Blue Water Area Transit is upgrading public transportation in St. Clair County with four new compressed natural gas buses. These Gillig buses replace aging models and promise better reliability and comfort for riders. The $2.5 million purchase was funded through federal and state grants. Each bus features low-floor boarding and an advanced system that lets mobility passengers secure themselves in seconds. With this addition, Blue Water now operates 12 CNG-powered Gillig buses, reinforcing its commitment to modern, eco-friendly transit for residents.

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Port Huron Teen Assault Trial Delayed

The jury trial for a Hamtramck man accused of sexually assaulting a Port Huron teenager has been postponed until November. Mansoor Obaid, 22, was set to go to trial on Wednesday, but the defense requested more preparation time, and a St. Clair County judge approved the delay. Obaid was arrested in May after authorities say he lured the teen into his car in February, assaulted her, and recorded the attack. DNA evidence reportedly links him to the crime. He faces three first-degree criminal sexual conduct charges and remains in the county jail.

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Mom and Toddler Hit by Car

A woman and her toddler had a frightening morning Saturday, when a car struck them while crossing Pine Grove Avenue at Sanborn Street. The 41-year-old mother was walking her dog and carrying her child in a backpack harness when the accident occurred. Tri-Hospital EMS, nearby at the time, quickly provided aid. The child was unharmed, and the mother was taken to McLaren Port Huron Hospital and later released. Police say the driver stayed at the scene and cooperated. Accident investigators are reviewing the details.

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Comic Con Predator Arrests

Two men were arrested at Port Huron’s Ozukucon last weekend after trying to meet someone they thought was a 14-year-old girl. Instead, they encountered YouTuber Skeeter Jean, known for exposing alleged predators online. The Port Huron Police confirmed Eric Kurple, 51, and Brennen Schwartz, 27, are charged with multiple counts related to attempting to exploit a minor. Officials praised the evidence provided but stressed that civilians confronting suspects can be risky and should be left to police. Both men face hearings set for September 9th.

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