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A confirmed case of measles in Oakland County has potentially exposed individuals at DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital, prompting health officials to advise monitoring symptoms and emphasize vaccination as the best prevention method, especially for high-risk groups and travelers.
A child in Oakland County has been diagnosed with measles, marking the second case this year, with exposure possibly occurring at DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital. Health officials emphasize vaccination as the key prevention method and are working to contact those potentially exposed.
A human case of West Nile virus has been confirmed in Oakland County, marking the first case of 2025 in the area and the second in Michigan this year. Health officials emphasize the importance of mosquito bite prevention as the virus can cause serious illness, especially in older adults. Residents are advised to use insect repellent, eliminate standing water, and limit outdoor activities during peak mosquito hours.
A 61-year-old Waterford Township man, Joselito Estonilo Garcia, died in a suspected drowning at Maceday Lake in Oakland County, Michigan. Authorities responded to a 911 call reporting someone in distress in the water. Garcia was found unresponsive under a dock and later pronounced dead at a hospital. The cause of death is believed to be drowning, with alcohol consumption under investigation as a possible factor. The search and rescue operation involved multiple dive teams, but no other individuals were found in the lake. The investigation is ongoing.
A town hall event in Oakland County addressed the fentanyl crisis, with law enforcement, education, prevention, and treatment experts discussing ways to combat the increase in overdose deaths linked to the drug. Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, has been involved in a significant number of overdose deaths in Michigan, prompting calls for more education and prevention resources for families, law enforcement, and schools. The event highlighted the need for greater mental health resources in schools and emphasized the importance of real people sharing their stories to raise awareness and connect individuals with treatment services.
The University of Michigan Health system is purchasing a portion of the former Kmart headquarters land in Troy for $4.42 million to build a multi-specialty facility, aiming to expand its presence in Metro Detroit. The new facility will focus on advanced specialty and diagnostic services, providing easier access to healthcare for metro Detroit residents. This expansion aligns with Michigan Medicine's efforts to create a statewide network of care and follows recent mergers and joint ventures in the state's healthcare landscape.
Jennifer Vackaro, an Oakland County woman, won a $1 million Powerball prize from the Michigan Lottery after matching the five white balls in the March 2 drawing with a ticket she bought at Andale Mexican Grill & Cantina in Commerce Township. She discovered her win through a Facebook post and plans to use her winnings to take her family on a trip and save the remainder.
Oakland County prosecutors have sought limited communication for James Crumbley, the father of the Oxford High School shooter, following recorded threats made from behind bars. His access to a telephone and electronic messaging has been restricted to communication with his lawyer due to threatening statements he made, with no calls or emails allowed to anyone else until a verdict is reached in the trial.
A jury has been officially seated for the trial of James Crumbley, who is charged with four counts of involuntary manslaughter for the Oxford High School shooting. The jury selection process concluded with the seating of the jury, and the trial is set to begin on Thursday. Both the defense and prosecution teams used their peremptory challenges during the selection process, with the defense using seven of their eight challenges. The potential jurors were questioned about their ability to be fair and impartial, their views on gun ownership and responsibility, and their knowledge of the case.
Jury selection begins for James Crumbley, father of Oxford High School shooter, who is charged with four counts of involuntary manslaughter. Defense attorney Mariell Lehman represents Crumbley, while Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald leads the prosecution. Judge Cheryl A. Matthews presides over the case. Potential jurors are questioned about their knowledge of the case, views on gun ownership, and experiences with mental health issues. The defense team was granted extra peremptory challenges for jury selection due to the extensive media coverage of the case.
Malik Ali Smith, 20, has been charged with assault with intent to murder after getting into a physical fight with an 80-year-old man in the locker room of the Farmington Family YMCA in Oakland County. Former University of Michigan football star Braylon Edwards intervened to stop the attack, pulling Smith away from the victim. Smith fled but was later arrested and given a $250,000 bond. The victim remains in critical condition, and Smith faces a maximum sentence of life in prison.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported the first case of measles in Michigan in five years, urging parents to ensure their children are up to date on vaccinations, especially the measles vaccine. The case in Oakland County is associated with international travel, and the department is working to prevent further exposure. Pediatricians emphasize the seriousness of measles and the importance of vaccination, as the virus is highly contagious and can lead to serious illness. The MMR vaccine is highly effective and provides lifelong immunity with two doses, but vaccination rates have dropped, prompting a call for parents to update their decisions and protect their children from vaccine-preventable illnesses.
A woman was shot multiple times in the valet area of Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Troy, Michigan, and the shooter escaped. The woman was struck in the leg and hip areas and is listed as stable with non-life-threatening injuries. Officials believe the women were specifically targeted, and a white Dodge Durango is believed to be involved. The suspected shooter escaped, and anyone with information is asked to contact the Troy Police Department. Diners inside the restaurant at the time of the shooting were given the option to leave or finish their meals.
A shooting outside Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Troy, Oakland County, left one person injured and hospitalized, with police marking several shell casings as evidence in the parking lot and investigating an SUV. Diners inside the restaurant were given the option to leave or finish their meals after the glass door shattered from the gunfire, and Troy police do not believe it was a random shooting. The incident has raised concerns about safety in the area, and it's unclear if the shooter has been arrested.
Key races to watch in the upcoming 2023 Michigan election include the mayoral race in Grosse Pointe Park between incumbent Mayor Michelle Hodges and City Councilwoman Christine Gallagher, the mayoral race in Inkster between Mayor Patrick Wimberly, who faces a federal bribery charge, and defense attorney Byron Nolen, and the mayoral race in Westland between interim Mayor Mike Londeau and state Rep. Kevin Coleman. In Oakland County, voters in cities like Berkley, Ferndale, and Madison Heights will decide on recreational marijuana and potentially elect their first Black members to city councils. In Macomb County, Eastpointe will see a mayoral contest between former city councilman Michael Klinefelt and retired educator Mary Hall-Rayford, while Warren will experience a major leadership shift with longtime Mayor Jim Fouts being term-limited out of office and State Rep. Lori Stone running for mayor against the city's human resources director George Dimas.