Lyoya, 26, was fatally shot during a traffic stop in Grand Rapids on April 4. An autopsy done by Kent County found over-limit blood alcohol levels.
Author: Elisha Anderson, Detroit Free Press
Judge overturns convictions for man sentenced to life for Michigan fire that killed 5 children
Juwan Deering, 50, will remain behind bars, at least for now, while prosecutors decide whether to dismiss the charges or retry him.
With US seeking to heal, Michigan nurse Lori Key sings ‘Amazing Grace’ for national audience at COVID-19 memorial
A Michigan nurse whose moving rendition of “Amazing Grace” spread on social media early in the COVID-19 pandemic sang the hymn again Tuesday night.
Police dashcam shows black motorist who is disabled slammed to the ground
A police report left out details of a disabled man’s beating and noted no audio. But the incident was audible on videos the Free Press reviewed.
‘Free from this nightmare’: Prisoner released after rape victim’s startling revelation
James Clay had begun serving a 25 – 50 year prison sentence for rape based on DNA. He was released following a Free Press investigation into his case.
Detroit rape victim: Wrong man may be in prison for my assault
A teen was raped in 1997. A suspect arrested 20 years later. After his conviction, the woman had a startling revelation. Now he may be freed.