The Ypsilanti fire department was aided by crews from Superior and Ypsilsanti townships. Washtenaw County residents could win $100 Visa gift cards after telling WCCD about their natural resource or environmental concerns. A judge threw out the states case against the owner of a crematory in Ypsilanti Township who was charged with improperly disposing of bodies. Our motto is hand up, not hand out, said Jo Ann McCollum, a Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley board member. The fire was reported at 12:11 p.m. at 120 1st St. West, and firefighters were at the location for more than 6 hours. Ypsilanti Township firefighters responded to the "heavy fire" that was centralized in the back corner of the . The current housing construction boom in Ann Arbor could translate into some 1,600 new housing units this year. YPSILANTI, Mich. (FOX 2) - Eight families are out of their homes after a fire Wednesday morning in Ypsilanti. The fire reportedly began in the top corner of a second-floor unit. This is like a dream to me.More from The Ann Arbor News:79-unit Ann Arbor apartment development gets councils initial OKFailure to repair parking structure leads to Eastern Michigan defaulting with developerAlleged mistreatment of transgender students under investigation by Ann Arbor schoolsYpsilanti has 4 candidates who could become first new police chief in 9 years. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI Police are investigating a shooting that occurred at an Ypsilanti Township apartment community Monday afternoon. Do you believe thats short-sighted? asked zoning board Chair Marsha Kraycir, given the board could deny the companys request. MSP says they were made aware of the pursuit after hearing chatter from Warren police over the radio. When we got the page, when the (Stutsman County) deputy got on scene, it was already fully involved, Paulson said. Full Story >> This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Steven Michael Harris waived his preliminary examination on March 2, sending him to the Washtenaw County Trial Court to face trial for slaying his brother, 32-year-old Thomas Harris, court records show. After an historic building in the 200-block of North Washington Street caught fire in 2017, there have been questions about what to do with it. Washtenaw County lacking workers as winter approaches. All five suspects cases are still pending in the Washtenaw County District Court. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI A Ypsilanti Township man is heading to trial accused of fatally shooting his brother with a pellet gun. President Joe Biden's national security adviser, Jake Sullivan, is defending the U.S. decision not to keep U.S. forces or diplomats on the ground to help . WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI - Today, making a complete loop around the Ypsilanti areas Ford Lake isnt possible without jumping on a few roads. He weighs about 240 pounds and is 6 feet, 4 inches tall. Housing and transportation account for 50% of all greenhouse gas emissions, so changing to electric vehicles won't help slow the climate crisis on its own. The potential ALDI development would have to go through the planning and zoning approval process in Ypsilanti Township, but Winters said planning officials have been involved in negotiating the purchase agreement. On Thursday, Ann Arbor Summer Festival (A2SF) announced new summer programming comprised of concerts, interactive performances and new podcast episodes. Rashan Gary became a graduate of the University of Michigan over the weekend. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI - An Ypsilanti-area COVID-19 testing site that has operated since cases reached a historic peak in January must shut down. Copyright 2022 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved. They then banned license plate readers within city limits. By comparison, there were 14 total homicides reported in Washtenaw County in 2021 and 12 homicides in 2020. Fire Department. This generation has to remember what we did, said Ellen Kushnir, Riveter Desoto Chrysler. If you see people rummaging through your recycling cart this summer, dont be alarmed. Absent any delays, the plan is to break ground early next year. Henry Peoples Ross, 32, was found by deputies after being shot in the drivers seat of a vehicle, according to the WCSO. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI Three people were displaced from their Ypsilanti Township home Tuesday morning when a fire broke out inside one of their bedrooms. As part of that mission, we want to set the standard for approachable, clean and safe indoor gun ranges. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI - An Ypsilanti Township trustee is headed to Lansing in the new year as the Ypsilanti-areas newest state representative, leaving a hole on the township board. On Tuesday, Ypsilanti Township Supervisor Brenda Stumbo told demonstrators the township doesnt yet have all the answers to questions residents have raised. He then drove to Detroit and set the car on fire on Nov. 11, 2022. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI -- Five units in an Ypsilanti-area apartment complex are currently uninhabitable after an overnight fire. By Mirna Alsharif. Three people a man, woman and an infant were in the home on the 1300 block of Gattegno Street at the time of the incident, authorities said. Authorities said one firefighter suffered first- and second-degree burns on the neck, back and ears. The homeowner did not find Osborne until they returned home on Sunday, April 9. Authorities believe Bashid Bristol-Davis, 28, helped put the body in the trunk of a car. Firefighters and investigators were investigating the cause of an apparent house explosion and fire Sunday in Ypsilanti Township. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI A teen accused of fatally shooting another teen in Ypsilanti Township, then turning himself into police is set for a preliminary examination in a month. Election results for Ypsilanti Township races in the 2021 Michigan Primary Election on Aug. 3, 2021. The fire happened around 8 a.m. at a townhome on Villa Drive near Leforge Road and W. Clark Road. In pleading no contest, his original felony charge of reckless discharge of a firearm in a building was dismissed. Fire crews were called at 7:40 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 27, to a home on Justin Court for a reported structure fire, according to the Ypsilanti Township Fire Department. The homeowners were not home at the time of the blaze. Debris from a home fire in Ypsilanti on Tuesday, February 15th. FOX 2 Detroit. Shereif Bonner, 24, of Ypsilanti Township was extradited from Georgia and arraigned on open murder charges, July 26 after his short time on the lamb. An anonymous threat possibly of a bomb was made, Marriott confirmed. A fire-damaged building near downtown Ypsilanti could receive a new lease on life. Michigan State lost out on three-star Saline, Michigan TE Dylan Mesman, who picked Louisville over Sparty. She was listed as a Washtenaw County homicide because her body was found in Washtenaw County and the medical examiner in Washtenaw performed her autopsy. The Ypsilanti Citizen was launched in November 2008 to inform the Ypsilanti community about the news and events that were happening in their area. The mural is the finished product of volunteers and staff members at Friends In Deed who collaborated with TreeTown Murals to create the mural to commemorate the nonprofits 40th anniversary. Ypsilanti-area garage fire causes $70K in damages. Michigan scored twice in the seventh inning but fell to Indiana 6-5 in the series finale. Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles create electricity through a chemical reaction between the hydrogen from the cars fuel tank and oxygen from the air. The apartment is currently uninhabitable, although the resident declined aid from the American Red Cross. A charge of improperly disposing of a body has been dismissed against the owner of a crematory in southeastern Michigan. Bus stop safety in Ypsilanti Township has left some people in high-traffic areas and lower visibility. The incident occurred on Watson Avenue just north of State Street in Ypsilanti Township, near the YCUA Wastewater Treatment Plant, though the private contractors were not working for the utility system, Mullapudi said. When homelessness and mental illness overlap, is forced treatment compassionate? Anyone with information is encouraged to reach out to the confidential tip line at 734-973-7711 or to Det. The American Red Cross is working with residents of the eight impacted homes. The U.S. Related: Husband shoots, kills wifes dog in Washtenaw County homePolice were called at 8:52 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, to a home in the 2000 block of Holmes Road for a report of shots fired, according to the Washtenaw County Sheriffs Office. Birstol-Davis is Black with black hair and brown eyes. Face masks will be optional for U.S. union auto workers, as long as their factories are in counties that are not at high risk for the novel coronavirus. Ypsilanti Township will receive an investment to boost its recycling program. A 17-year-old is in critical condition after a shooting in Ypsilanti, authorities said. 19 TE, apparently had both of his parents attend Michigan State, where they were Spartan athletes. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI - A porch fire early Friday at a Ypsilanti Township residence forced out its five occupants, officials said. Fire Chief Eric Copeland (right) In addition to handling fire and medical emergencies, the Fire Department has a variety of specialized activities. This center will help deal with all of those problems, Ypsilanti-area Commissioner Ricky Jefferson said ahead of the vote. In the heavily Democratic district covering all of the city of Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti Township and pieces of Pittsfield and Superior townships, Wilson holds a strong advantage. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI Police have identified a man who was fatally stabbed in an Ypsilanti Township apartment community Saturday. A benefit for the couple is being planned in March. I couldnt just let him die in there, said the neighbor D. Bates on Tuesday, Oct. 4, recalling the Friday afternoon fire. Stumbo praised Hunters work on the AAATA board, particularly representing township officials concerns over the timing and magnitude of a public transit tax hike that passed on the August 2022 ballot. We got them a bed, blankets, food, and everything they needed, one resident said who wished to remain anonymous. Crews from Ypsilanti Fire Department and Superior Township Fire Department were called to help the Ypsilanti Township Fire Department. Harris, 30, was arraigned, June 11, on one count of open murder for the death of his brother who police say was fatally shot with a pellet gun. Kathy Steiner has been the editor of The Jamestown Sun since 1995. 28 April 2023. State Senator Jeff Irwin, D-Ann Arbor, offered a signed tribute to commemorate the community mural project, noting that when people work together to chip in, it improves the community for everyone. All I can say is Im sorry and ask for mercy and forgiveness on my soul.Read more from The Ann Arbor News:Passenger charged in police chase crash pleads no contestDeveloper defends decision to not include solar for proposed Ann Arbor buildingScammers are pretending to be Washtenaw County sheriff deputies again. After the rental inspection, the township revoked the property owners certificate of occupancy, making the home ineligible to be used as a rental property. Marshals on Nov.7, Washtenaw County Sheriffs Spokesman Derrick Jackson said. Anyone with information is encouraged to reach out to the confidential tip line at 734-973-7711. Section. Local 4 News every morning. Devion Christopher Brooks, 19, was sentenced on a second-degree murder charge for the May 14 shooting death of Laryus Dottery, according to the Washtenaw County Sheriffs Office. Donald Osborne, 37, was reported missing by his family on Saturday, April 8, after he went out to ride his motorcycle and never returned home, according to the Washtenaw County Sheriffs Office. U.S. The violence prevention member was able to facilitate Robinson turning himself in safely, police said. Two people are in custody and one person is still on the loose after a break-in and vehicle theft sparked a police chase that ended in a fiery crash in Washtenaw County, officials said. Fire destroyed a house in Ypsilanti, N.D. A house is fully engulfed in flames Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022, in Ypsilanti, N.D., as firefighters from the Jamestown Rural Fire Department arrive to the scene. The Red Cross Resource Center is set up at CrossPointe Church on 24th Avenue. Weve put together a list of events, activities and gift ideas happening around Ann Arbor so you can show mom (or the person you call mother) just how much you care. Stop by the Fire Department and provide us with the information. As of 6 a.m. Wednesday, the fire had been extinguished and crews were still working to address hot spots in the building. At the time of the shooting, Smith was broadcasting himself live on Facebook, police said. She reports on business, government and community topics in the Jamestown area. The Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission has also committed $3.5 million, and U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Ann Arbor, this year secured a $3-million federal earmark for the east side recreation center. Ypsilanti Township Fire Department will protect our community with all resources available. Luke Brady and Christy Mickelson were not home when the fire occurred, but lost their cats and the entire house to the fire. Related: Trash talk online led to men killing man live on Facebook, testimony revealsHe was located and arrested by U.S. Indiana used homers to scored five runs over the opening three innings; U-M pulled within two with two in the third and within one with two runs in the seventh. Please enable javascript and refresh the page to continue reading local news. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo is announcing 60 finalists for $1 billion in economic development grants tied to the Biden administrations coronavirus relief package. But is the city living up to its goals of affordable housing at the same time? The school awarded four doctorate degrees, 107 Masters degrees and 78 Bachelors degrees. A man has been barricaded inside an Ypsilanti Township apartment for 12 hours after he fired shots at his girlfriend because she was moving out, officials said. Police are investigating a fatal crash involving a car and a semi truck on I-94 in Ypsilanti Township. No one else was in the apartment. I hope that this seat, an appointed seat, can be a community voice.Hunter will serve a term running through the 2024 election cycle. The break, which occurred around 10 a.m., was subsequently repaired on Tuesday, according to YCUA Director of Wastewater Operations and Compliance Sree Mullapudi. A driver was killed and a passenger was injured Monday in Ypsilanti Township when the car they were in went into a ditch, swerved back on the road, and then rolled over, police said. The 36-member fair board of directors is seeking a state grant to pay for the roof work on the sprawling arena that hosts the classic car show, draft horse judging and other activities, Darryl Diamond, fair manager, said. Authorities believe Bashid Bristol-Davis, 28, helped put the 21-year-old victim's body in the trunk of a car in Ypsilanti Township before driving to Detroit and setting the car on fire on Nov. 11, 2022. WIND: NORTH/NORTHWEST 10 TO 20, GUSTING TO 25 MPH. Now at age 21, having spent the end of his teenage years in the Washtenaw County Jail awaiting trial, Craft will spend what remains of his youth in prison. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI An Ypsilanti Township man is alive thanks to the selfless actions of a neighbor who ran into a burning home and pulled him out. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI - Wendy Alfaro-Cruz is an engineer for a software company. When completed, the development will maintain the current tenant, The Graceful Smile dental clinic, on the first floor. No injuries have been reported. The building, which includes eight apartment units, caught fire -- though the cause is currently unknown. With his son, he dug holes the size of a trash can lid, planting two-foot blue spruce trees, a few at a time. In April, the township board unanimously OKd a roughly $23,000 proposal to modernize board room audiovisual capabilities. The testing site got off to a rocky start. News. 2023 FOX Television Stations, DPD host walk to raise awareness on National Crime Victims Rights Week, WATCH - Jennifer Hammond was in Allen Park as the Lions introduced their 2023 first round picks, 'No Beef Zone in effect' by Detroit activists in Greektown to keep the peace. Debris from a home fire in Ypsilanti on Tuesday, February 15th. It happened at 5:46 p.m., at The . Authorities said one firefighter suffered first- and second-degree burns on the neck, back and . Renamed the John E. Lawrence Summer Jazz Concert Series, the Ypsilanti concert series returns this summer. Michigan pledge Jordan Marshall, a top 100 recruit, with a message to fellow top 100 2024 recruit Zaquan Patterson after he released his top schools: The University of Michigan has long been considered one of the most bike-friendly campuses in the country, with over 50% of U-M students having ridden a bike in the past year. It is not clear if the five occupants are displaced from the residence, officials said. After attempting to locate the woman, deputies then forced entry into the apartment, where they found the woman deceased. Like 89.1WEMUonFacebookand follow us onTwitter, Contact WEMU News at734.487.3363or email us [email protected], Serving Ypsilanti, Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County, MI. A decade ago, the township had just reached the end of a nearly six-year legal battle with the county over the cost and provisions of contract policing, he noted. Storm debris pickup starts Monday in Norman. This year it falls on Sunday, May 14. A new grocery store for Ypsilanti Township? Since our launch, the Citizen has continued to see growth in both our readership and revenue. Jim worked midnights for an airline, got off his shift and drove out the property. The violence prevention member was able to facilitate Robinson turning himself in safely, police said. We want COVID testing in our community, absolutely. Anyone with information is asked to U.S. Mya Petticord is heading to the Big Ten. Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. The fire was reported just after 12 PM at 120 1st St. West. A house has been left uninhabitable after a chimney blaze, a fire service has said. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Ypsilanti Township Fire Department was assisted by agencies in the city of Ypsilanti, as well as Pittsfield and Superior townships. Reid said ACM decided to look into a hydrogen supply after one of its tenants, Toyota Motor Corporation, brought up testing hydrogen fuel cell vehicles at the facility. "Bashid Bristal-Davis is accused of a serious offense which demonstrates a clear disregard for the law," said Owen Cypher, U.S. Paulson said firefighters could not save the home and worked to protect nearby houses. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI A 16-year-old boy was shot at while walking home Sunday evening in an Ypsilanti Township neighborhood. has been staging near-nightly raids in West Bank cities, towns and villages in what it . 222 S. Ford Blvd. Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 [email protected] To report a crime or incident that is in progress, pick up a blue-light emergency phone or call 734.487.1222 or 911 A neighbor was transported by Jamestown Area Ambulance to the Jamestown Regional Medical Center for smoke inhalation. A 27-year-old motorcyclist was killed Monday night when he crashed into an SUV that was turning left in front of him in Ypsilanti Township, police said. After she got the balloon blown up, the next trick was to break it and hurry back to her line so that the next youngster could do the same thing. He remains lodged in the Washtenaw County Jail without bond. It appears that only two of the eight apartment units were damaged in the fire. Earlier in April, the Washtenaw County Sheriffs Office started gathering community input about using the technology to curb crime. Archer was not part of the Washtenaw County Medical Examiners homicide totals as her autopsy was performed in Genesee County. From the Free Press archive, a look back at one sixth grader girl's fight, with a little help from the city of Ypsilanti, to play baseball. Severe winter weather pushed industrial production down a sharp 2.2% in February, reflecting a big decline in factory output. The person appointed to fill Wilsons trustee seat will serve the remainder of his term, running through the 2024 election cycle. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI An Ypsilanti man wanted for murder in connection with a fatal shooting that was broadcast on Facebook Live has been arrested and arraigned. The fight happened Tuesday around 12 p.m. at West Willow Park, near I-94 and Wiard Road. Arriving deputies discovered an argument had happened between the pair which escalated into Steven Harris shooting his older brother with a high-powered pellet gun, police said. More from The Ann Arbor News:Man confessed to shooting ex-girlfriend during fight, then burning body, police sayAnn Arbor reduces roadway as partial fix for misaligned intersectionApp-guided tour helps people find Ann Arbors fairy doors. Residents from all eight apartments were told to evacuate as a safety precaution, but two people actually had to be rescued from their apartments amid the blaze because they were asleep and unaware of the fire, officials said. If you feel you have received this message in error, please contact the customer support team at 1-833-248-7801. Township officials hope the supermarket will lure future development to the property next to the store, with Winters describing the ALDI has an anchor for that part of the township. To the residents of Washtenaw county, I commit to doing everything in my power to help make our home a place where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, he said. TheRides 2.38 mil property tax aims to improve and expand public transit service in the area. According to Attorney General Dana Nessel's office, the victim was at a gathering in April 2013. We have used search engine optimization and social networking. A few cats in the home died in the fire, Paulson said. Superior Township heard increased requests for a virtual board meeting capabilities, according to a resolution passed in April of last year. The Ypsilanti Township fire department was aided by crews from the city of Ypsilanti, Pittsfield Township and Superior Township. Thats still a tough pill to swallow for Ypsilanti Township officials. In an interview with MLive/The Ann Arbor News, he cited ensuring county residents have an affordable place to live as a key goal for the county board this year. A giant dragon in California's Disneyland Park is engulfed by fire during a show as visitors look on. . YPSILANTI, Mich. Two people were rescued from an apartment fire early Wednesday morning in Ypsilanti near Eastern Michigan University. The suspect has a tattoo of a cross and typography referencing God on his upper left arm, the victim says. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI Police are investigation a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning in Ypsilanti Township near the county border. Janea Davis's 9-year-old son was playing video games upstairs when someone opened fire on his family's townhouse apartment. A deadly shooting captured on Facebook Live has left the Ypsilanti Township stunned. Fire crews called to Ypsilanti apartment after resident notices burning laundry. He said the spill has not affected the surrounding area, and the sewage was diluted because of the groundwater at the excavation site. YPSILANTI, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) The Jamestown Rural Fire Department was called to a home fire in Ypsilanti Tuesday, February 15th. Feds offer $5,000 reward for man they say burned woman's body after slaying in Ypsilanti, 2 charged in connection with 2013 Ypsilanti rape after DNA links them to crime. Click here to take a moment and familiarize yourself with our Community Guidelines. Court proceedings and marriage licenses for April 29, 2023, Ice dams on roofs can cause drywall issues, Seven sentenced on felony charges in Southeast District Court, Jamestown student graduating from college and high school, General Store to serve up sweet treats, merchandise at Frontier Village, Staff will need to review 38,000 items at Jamestown libraries. YPSILANTI TOWNSHIP, Mich. Three men were injured during a fight in Ypsilanti Township. American industry rebounded last month as the United States recovered from an unusually frigid February. At least six demolition contractors have sized up the Gault Village Shopping Center in Ypsilanti Township this year, preparing bids for township officials to bring it to the ground. The state fire marshal is expected to survey the scene on Wednesday. The state fire marshal is inspecting the site today and the cause of the fire remains under investigation . No one else was in the apartment at the time of the woman's death. The Michigan Daily spoke with students and campus safety officials to understand the current state of this enduring problem. Fire officials said one unit of a four-unit building is a complete loss. YPSILANTI TOWNSHIP, Mich. The Washtenaw County Sheriffs Office is investigating the homicide of a young man that happened Saturday. Madron Aldonihah Austin was arrested on Sunday evening in connection with a triple stabbing in Ann Arbor. YPSILANTI TOWNSHIP, MI -- An Ypsilanti man who had been previously reported missing was found dead at at a home near Textile Road earlier this week. "Once we are clear to go back in our events will resume," Marriott said. 2023 FOX Television Stations, DPD host walk to raise awareness on National Crime Victims Rights Week, WATCH - Jennifer Hammond was in Allen Park as the Lions introduced their 2023 first round picks, 'No Beef Zone in effect' by Detroit activists in Greektown to keep the peace. Related: 30 Ann Arbor developments to watch in 2023, including more high-risesWASHTENAW COUNTY, MI - From marijuana dispensaries to solar farms and new affordable housing, 2023 is likely to be busy year for development in Washtenaw County. A new resurfacing project is kicking off east of the University of Michigan's central campus. In Ypsilanti Township, officials have taken their time in considering implementing the technology. Ypsilanti Township fire crews responded to a fire in an apartment building on the 500 block of Villa Drive shortly before 3 a.m. on Tuesday, April 25, fire officials said. The former 4-star basketball recruit transferred to Rutgers on Friday after spending her freshman season at Texas A&M. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the Ypsilanti Police Department at 734-483-9510 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800- SPEAK UP. Twenty-eight firefighters with nine vehicles responded to the fire and left the scene at 6:53 p.m. Also assisting were Jamestown Area Ambulance and the Stutsman County Sheriffs Office. His body was found by deputies who were responding to a single vehicle crash in the northwest corner of the Ranches of Rosebrook apartment complex near Russell Boulevard in Ypsilanti Township. The investigation is ongoing and the mans body has been turned over to the Washtenaw County Medical Examiners Officer to determine the cause of death, police said. License plate readers have been used to apprehend murder suspects and quickly locate missing persons in nearby communities, police have said, pointing to their value in solving serious crimes. We had the Red Cross dispatched down there and the family was working with the Red Cross to get some support there, Paulson said. The firefighter is expected to be OK. Officials said two homeowners jumped from a window on the second floor but were not hurt. A consent judgement brokered with township officials allows it to move forward. At about 4:45 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 7, firefighters arrived at a two-story apartment building in the area of Washtenaw Avenue and Hewitt Road, near the universitys campus.