Ask a Trooper: How to Survive If Your Car Plunges Into Icy Waters

The following article was written by Michigan State Trooper Mike Sura, who answers questions about Michigan law in a weekly column.

Judge Tosses Out Medical Marijuana Charges Against Ferndale Man

“If this decision changes law enforcement’s behavior – and the days of unreasonable searches and entrapment techniques are behind us – perhaps we have turned a corner on this issue," one advocate says.

PlayStation Leads to Armed Robbery, Human Trafficking Probe Continues

Plus more police and crime news from around southeast Michigan this week.

Ferndale Business Woman’s Kidnapping Tip Results in Rescue

During the ordeal, alleged kidnapper gained victim’s cooperation by holding her 12-year-old daughter hostage.

In Final Chapter of Bizarre Murder-for-Hire Plot, Ex-Husband Found Guilty

Hired hit men bungled one attempt on Armada Township woman’s life and the conspiracy was bungled again when an undercover cop was hired to do the killing.

100 Stories About Gun Violence Since Newtown

We looked at stories from across America in the year since the shootings at Sandy Hook School to try to illustrate the scale of the problem.

Massage Parlor Locked Down Under Suspicion of Prostitution, Human Trafficking

Plus more police and crime news from around southeast Michigan this week.

Ferndale Officer Hospitalized After Accident

Police officer's car T-boned; both the officer and driver of the other vehicle were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

Golf Coach Facing 65 Sex Abuse Charges in California Coached Michigan Youths

Andrew Nisbet was arrested hours before he was to receive a PGA award celebrating his work with youth golfers.

'Tis the Season to Prevent Auto Theft Crimes

Michigan H.E.A.T. offers tips to keep thieves from stealing holiday gifts from your car.

Suspected Serial Bank Robber Nabbed After 3 Armed Heists in 4 Days

Plus more police and crime news from around southeast Michigan this week.

White Lake Man in Federal Custody on Child Pornography Charges

Plus more police and crime news from around southeast Michigan this week.

Ask A Trooper: Does the Cell Phone Ban For Commercial Vehicles Apply to Service Vehicles, Too?

The question comes from someone who works in the heating and cooling industry.

UPDATE: Oak Park Man Hospitalized After Home Invasion Before Suspects Allegedly Held Up Ferndale Store with Toy Gun

Before allegedly holding up a Ferndale 7-Eleven store, suspects reportedly stole a car and beat up an elderly couple inside their Oak Park home.

Ferndale Woman Killed in Rochester Hills Crash

Police Release Photos of Suspect in Benihana Shooting

Plus more police and crime news from around southeast Michigan this week.

Pot Charges Could Land Ferndale Marijuana Advocate, State Rep Hopeful in the Joint

Ferndale residents voted to decriminalize small amounts of marijuana in Nov. 5 election, but authorities allege charges against the measure’s chief backer are criminal.

Families Settle with Daycare after Molestation Allegations

Plaintiffs’ attorney says case was settled after “damaging testimony,” while lawyer for defendant says lawsuit was “frivolous” and filed by “angry parents whose anger was misplaced.”

Person of Interest in Detroit Barber Shop Shooting Arrested in Rochester

Plus more police and crime news from around southeast Michigan this week.

37-Year-Old Man Charged with Sex Crimes After Running Away with Plymouth Township Teen

Plus more police and crime news from around southeast Michigan this week.

Police Investigate School Employee in Drug Incident

Plus more police and crime news from around southeast Michigan this week.

Michigan State Trooper Offers Crime Prevention Tips

The following article was written by Michigan State Trooper Mike Sura, who answers questions about Michigan law in a weekly column.

Police Seek Man That Attempted to 'Upskirt' Female Employee at Ulta

Plus more police and crime news from around southeast Michigan this week.

Ask a Trooper: What Do You Do When the Power Goes Out at a Stoplight?

The following article was written by Michigan State Trooper Mike Sura, who answers questions about Michigan law in a weekly column.

Police: Mom, Son Arrested After Road Rage Incident, High-Speed Chase

Latanya Tippet-Rhodes, 50, hit speeds up to approximately 80 miles per hour and her son Drake Rashard Rhodes, 23, bailed out of the car dressed as a woman during the pursuit, according to the Ferndale Police Department.

Man With 'God' Tattoo Put Gun in Pizza Shop Cashier's Face, Police Say

Plus more police and crime news from around southeast Michigan this week.

Follow These Tips to Prevent Kitchen Fires

Michigan's Fire Prevention Week starts Sunday, and this year's event focuses on cooking.

Ask a Trooper: Can You Cross Railroad Tracks When You See a Train Coming?

The following article was written by Michigan State Trooper Mike Sura, who answers questions about Michigan law in a weekly column.

Man Wearing Women's Undies Faces Shoplifting Charge

Plus more police and crime news from around southeast Michigan this week.

Can Someone Steal My Credit Card Information With a 'Magic Wand?'

With new "contactless card" technology, it is even easier for thieves to nab your financial information.

Six Students at Ferndale Alternative School Arrested, Staffer Injured

It happened on Thursday at the Taft Education Center.

Six Students at Ferndale Alternative School Arrested, Staffer Injured

It happened on Thursday at the Taft Education Center.

Woman Tries to Steal 6 Bottles of Tequila from Costco

Plus more police and crime news from around southeast Michigan this week.

Ask a Trooper: Turn On Those Headlights, Computer Scam

Man Who Submitted Petition to Legalize Marijuana in Ferndale Under Investigation

Andrew Cissel was registered to vote in Ferndale when he submitted the petition, but may have resided in Oak Park.

'Hardcore Pawn' to Feature Teddy Bears From Old J.L. Hudson's Display

Plus more must-read stories from around southeast Michigan this week.

Law Enforcement Torch Run Hits Oakland County Streets

Agencies, including the Ferndale Police Department, participated Friday in the fundraiser for Special Olympics International.

UPDATED: Power Mostly Restored in Ferndale

Nearly 1,000 DTE Energy customers in the city remained in the dark Friday morning; service restoration times will vary.

Ferndale Beer Thefts Tough to Swallow

The Police Department is seeking the public's help to solve crimes at Orchid nightclub and Como's restaurant.

4 Safety Tips From The Michigan State Police

Michael Sura launches the Ask A Trooper column and seeks readers' questions.