Timothy J. Kildee, the 27-year-old son of U.S. Rep. Dan Kildee's brother, was arraigned on 16 charges including felony murder in the alleged shooting death of his father. The arraignment, conducted via Zoom, revealed concerns about the suspect's mental health, with a probable cause hearing scheduled for April 4 and a preliminary examination for April 9. The incident involved a chaotic series of events, including a home invasion, a shooting, and a serious vehicle crash. The Kildee family is requesting privacy and holding a public visitation for the deceased, Timothy E. Kildee, with memorial donations encouraged for a substance abuse and mental health prevention organization.
Timothy John Kildee, 27, was arraigned from his hospital bed on 16 counts, including felony murder, in connection with the shooting death of his father. The charges also include carjacking, operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated causing serious injury, first-degree home invasion, and several firearm-related offenses.
Timothy J. Kildee, the 27-year-old son of U.S. Rep. Dan Kildee's brother, faces 16 charges including homicide for the alleged killing of his father. The charges stem from three separate incidents, including an altercation at a Burton home, the shooting of his father at a Mount Morris home, and a subsequent traffic crash in Genesee Township. Congressman Dan Kildee expressed grief over the family tragedy, and the suspect is expected to be arraigned from the hospital.
Timothy Kildee, the brother of U.S. Rep. Dan Kildee, was fatally shot at his home in Genesee County, Michigan, following an alleged argument with his 27-year-old son. The suspect, believed to be his son, was taken into custody after fleeing the scene and crashing into another car. Congressman Dan Kildee is traveling back to Michigan, and authorities have stated that the investigation is ongoing.
Timothy Kildee, the brother of U.S. Rep Dan Kildee, was shot and killed at his home in Vienna Township. The Genesee County Sheriff announced the homicide at a news conference, and a suspect is in custody.
Rare tornadoes hit parts of Genesee and Calhoun counties in Michigan, causing damage to homes and infrastructure. No deaths or injuries were reported, but significant property damage and power outages were observed. Cleanup efforts were underway, and local officials urged caution due to downed power lines and blocked roads. The tornadoes came after unseasonable warmth and record-high temperatures in southeast Michigan, and six months after a previous tornado event in the state.
Genesee County Health Department reports two new cases of mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, and urges those at risk to consider a two-dose vaccine, including individuals exposed to mpox, those with multiple sex partners, or newly diagnosed sexually transmitted diseases. Vaccination is available for those who qualify at the Genesee County Health Department, and efforts are underway to educate the public about the recent increase in mpox infections.
Several schools in Genesee County, including University of Michigan-Flint, have closed or announced late starts due to a winter storm expected to bring a mix of snow and sleet, causing hazardous travel conditions. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Shiawassee, Genesee, and Lapeer counties, with two to four inches of snow and a tenth of an inch of ice accumulations expected. The closures and delays are in anticipation of the storm's impact on the morning commute.
News 8 and RochesterFirst.com will be tracking the election results for various counties in Rochester, including Genesee County, Livingston County, Monroe County, Ontario County, Orleans County, Wayne County, and Yates County. Actual results will be available after 9 p.m. on November 7.
Mid-Michigan's first Chick-fil-A franchise opened in Flint Township, Michigan, with a few customers waiting in line for the grand opening. The drive-thru line was wrapped around the building, and officials expect heavy traffic during the celebration. Customers are advised to enter and exit from Austins Parkway and follow specific routes to ease congestion.
Country music singer Jelly Roll, who spent time behind bars and is an advocate for inmate rehabilitation, has expressed interest in visiting the Genesee County jail in Michigan. Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson received a video response from Jelly Roll, expressing his desire to do a ride-along, visit the jail, and even sing to inmates. Swanson, who runs the IGNITE program in the jail, aims to reverse the cycle of generational incarceration through education and job training. He believes Jelly Roll's visit could inspire inmates to change their thinking and pursue a better future. Scheduling details are being worked out with Jelly Roll's management team as he is currently on tour.
Tornado warnings were issued for southern Mid-Michigan, specifically Genesee, Livingston, and Shiawassee counties, as severe thunderstorms moved through the area. Although there were reports of rotation consistent with a tornado, no twisters were confirmed. The storm also brought quarter-sized hail and a Flash Flood Warning due to heavy rainfall. Residents were advised to take immediate shelter and avoid driving through flooded roadways.
The severe thunderstorm warning for Genesee and Lapeer counties has expired, but the 4Warn Weather team expects the strongest storms to arrive after midnight, bringing strong winds, flooding, and hail. The National Weather Service reported severe thunderstorms moving southeast with potential wind gusts of 60 mph and quarter-sized hail. Locations impacted include Atlas, Goodland Township, Burnside, Attica, Elba, Thetford Township, Kings Mill, Silverwood, Genesee, and Thornville. Attendees of the Eastern Michigan State Fair are advised to seek safe shelter immediately.
Genesee County in Michigan has issued an advisory for people to stay away from the Flint River after an unknown substance was illegally dumped into it. The City of Flint is investigating the incident but has yet to determine what the substance is or how it got there. The contamination has raised concerns about the river's pollution levels, which have been a long-standing issue due to industrial pollution. The city has faced criticism for waiting a week before investigating local sewer pipes to identify the source of the contaminant. The substance is believed to be a petroleum product, and tests are being conducted to confirm its identity.
