A man charged with killing Port Huron resident Vincent Buckles was arraigned Monday after being brought back from Georgia. Dazman Robert Drake, 23, faces six felony charges, including murder and arson. The incident occurred on January 28 at Buckles’ home. Drake was arrested in Georgia by U.S. Marshals. His co-defendant, 36-year-old Sayon Florence, allegedly set up the confrontation but didn’t intend for it to turn fatal. Drake was denied bond and will appear in court next Tuesday. Both could face life in prison if convicted.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

With warmer weather approaching, many will flock to Lake Huron. However, the lake’s rip currents and high waves can be dangerous, even for experienced swimmers. Sanilac County’s Don King witnessed this firsthand during a last year’s rescue at Port Sanilac’s break wall, where multiple people struggled in the strong currents. King has since pushed for legislation to require life jackets on piers. While the state urges beachgoers to learn how to escape currents and stay safe, no action has been taken on the proposal yet.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Overnight traffic in Port Huron will take a temporary detour as city crews clean the Tenth Street Bridge. Power washing began Tuesday, shutting down the drawbridge to vehicles from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Crews scheduled the work overnight to limit disruptions, ensuring a fresh start for the bridge without major traffic delays. The annual cleaning wraps up by Friday, restoring full access just in time for the Easter weekend.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Michiganders are coming together to show love for their Canadian neighbors. Indivisible’s Lake Superior group is hosting a solidarity event later this month at the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron, the Ambassador Bridge in Detroit, and the International Bridge in Sault Ste. Marie. Despite recent trade tensions from President Trump’s tariffs, locals want to prove the friendship between the U.S. and Canada is strong. Everyone’s invited to join and celebrate the bond.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

In St. Clair County, a tragic case has resurfaced as Amanda Maison and Maurice Houle face charges for the ’18 death of Amanda’s son, Matthew. The young boy was found lifeless in his bed, and now, years later, the couple is accused of starving and abusing him. Prosecutors say they even hid his injuries to avoid scrutiny. Matthew’s grandparents had long worried about his safety, and an autopsy confirmed he suffered terribly. If convicted, Maison and Houle could spend life behind bars.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

In St. Clair County, folks are buzzing about new rules for solar and battery storage plants. Today, the Health Department will chat about these plans at 5 p.m. in Port Huron’s County Building. No votes, just talk. The rules aim to keep noise low, hide plants from view, and ensure companies can clean up later. This comes as Fort Gratiot neighbors worry about a new solar project’s impact on their homes and health. Check the county website for details.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet