Police Brief: Burglary on Spencer Road

The following arrest information was supplied by the Livingston County sheriff's office. It does not indicate a conviction.

Toppled Semi Snarls Traffic, Creates Steel Mess

U.S. 23 near Interstate 96 shut down for several hours.

Buckle Up: Click It or Ticket Campaign Ramps Up

Police agencies across Michigan team up to enforce seat belt law through June 5.

What are the Rules of the Road for Teen Drivers?

Sgt. Mark Thompson of the Michigan State Police-Brighton Post clarifies the rules of Michigan's Graduated Drivers License.

W-4 Country Hosts Firehouse Friday

Brighton Area Fire Department welcomes families on Friday morning with fun, safety-focused activities at Station 31.

The Right Way to Merge on a Highway

It is the merging driver's responsibility to adjust speed—or stop entirely—to safely enter traffic.

Emergency Vehicle Etiquette and Right Turn Advice

Sgt. Mark Thompson of the Michigan State Police-Brighton Post answers questions from residents.

Cats Seized from Raid Ready for Adoption

Twenty-one felines rescued from a Brighton animal hoarder have received a clean bill of health.

Family of Chad Killen Seeks Donations

Father of teen runaway found dead in Murray Lake asks community for help to bury his son.

Remains Identified as Green Oak Township Teen

Body found in lake is Chad Austin Killen, who was 17 when he fled from home in 2009.

Drug Take-Back Day Deemed Success

National initiative nets 25 pounds of prescription pills in Livingston County.

Body Found at Brighton Rec Area

Hamburg Police report that body was likely submerged in Murray Lake for months.

Police Brief: Caller Swindles Grandmother Out of $3,500, She Tells Police

Man tells 79-year-old he was her grandson.

Free Drug Testing Kits and Other Efforts Fight Abuse

City of Brighton Police and Michigan State Police-Brighton Post join effort to offer free drug tests and prescription disposal. Educational program and vigil also planned.

What to Do When You're Disabled on the Highway

Tips include moving to the shoulder and turning on your hazard lights when faced with a vehicle problem.

Blotter: Police Investigate Near-Fatal Highway Crash

A 64-year-old Highland man was severely injured Wednesday in a single-car crash on I-96.

National Drug Take-Back Day

Prescription drop-off effort aims to keep unused drugs off the streets.

Question: Must I Hand Over My Driver's License to Police?

Sgt. Mark Thompson of the Michigan State Police-Brighton Post finds the answer to the first question in our new Ask A Trooper column.

Police Catch Intruder Inside Occupied Brighton Township Home

A female homeowner calls police from locked bedroom to report a burglary in process.

Around the Mitten This Week: Census Figures Released, Firefighters Fight Downsizing, Governor Visits and More

A lot happened in southeast Michigan in the past week, including prescription help for Macomb County seniors, a victory for Clawson Police at an annual fundraiser and a party to celebrate Brighton Patch.

Livingston County Overdose Linked to New Drug

Sheriff issues warning after 22-year-old Tyrone Township man's death was likely caused by Opana.

Icy Roads Lead to School Closures, Accidents

Hartland schools closed K-6 Friday due to slick conditions while Brighton delayed starting two hours; police report dozens of accidents.

Blotter: SUV Crashes Through Security Gate

Michigan State Police-Brighton Post seek the driver of a white Dodge Durango that fled a Brighton Township neighborhood.

Brighton Township Home Destroyed By Fire

Blaze that tore through 3,000-square-foot ranch on Tuesday is still under investigation.

Child safety event a success

Michigan State Police-Brighton Post help area residents keep their children safe in the car.

Brighton State Police Bust Marijuana Operation

A trooper discovered basement grow rooms while investigating a burglary in Iosco Township; 77 pounds of pot were among the items seized.

Adopt A Hydrant and Other Safety Measures in the Snow

The Brighton Area Fire Department urges residents to shovel out nearby fire hydrants for safety, check on neighbors and make sure exits are clear.

Brighton Resident Chases State Trooper Dream

Erica Somers, 29, is part of the elite Michigan State Police Trooper Training Academy in Lansing.