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• Judge: 'Arrogance' led to boy's death in Troy hyperbaric chamber explosion (milawyersweekly.com) — A safety director has been sentenced to 19 months to 15 years in prison after a fatal 2025 hyperbaric chamber explosion at the Oxford Center's Troy location killed 5-year-old Thomas Cooper. Oakland County prosecutors say ignored safety guidance about grounding straps contributed to the tragedy, while three other Oxford Center officials still face serious charges and upcoming trials tied to the incident.
• Best high schools in Michigan (iosconews.com) — Michigan's top high school rankings include a strong showing from Troy School District, highlighting a large enrollment and solid student-teacher ratio. The list, based on academics, activities, and school culture, also showcases nearby districts like Novi, Northville, Rochester, and Birmingham, giving Troy families a broader view of how local schools compare statewide.
• Lawyer faces criminal charges in deadly crash with motorcyclist (abajournal.com) — A Royal Oak attorney employed by a Troy law firm is facing criminal charges after allegedly leaving the scene of a crash that killed a motorcyclist outside Detroit. Prosecutors say investigators used camera technology to locate him shortly after the collision. The case could draw attention in Troy's legal community, given his long career and ties to a prominent local firm.
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