WARREN — James Michael Hentges, 71, of Warren, was arraigned in the 37th District Court on July 16, charged with first-degree murder for allegedly killing his 70-year-old wife by smothering her with a pillow.

NOVI — The annual Police and Fire Youth Leadership Academy for local youth got off to a great start Monday as kids were put through their paces at the Walled Lake Adventure Course, located at the Walled Lake Outdoor Education Center.

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — An experienced police officer has joined the Grosse Pointe Farms Public Safety Department.

ROSEVILLE — “I need a lawyer." This was the sentence that caused the final part of an hourslong statement by Kimora Hodges to be thrown out of court, overturning the initial ruling by Macomb County Circuit Court Judge Diane Druzinski.

FERNDALE — Police investigating multiple incidents involving BB or gel pellet guns were able to identify suspects in the case.

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — Police are asking for assistance in identifying a man who was hospitalized after being hit by a car July 11.

FARMINGTON — A dramatic scene unfolded on the evening of July 7 in downtown Farmington as an SUV reportedly crashed through the front entrance of the T.J. Maxx store located at 33025 Grand River Ave.

STERLING HEIGHTS — The Michigan Department of Attorney General is investigating Sterling Heights police officers’ conduct during a Feb. 25 arrest that followed a domestic violence report and a high-speed chase.

WARREN — Two Pontiac men face charges in the 37th District Court after an alleged race led to a police chase and a crash that killed a mother of two on June 29.

HAZEL PARK — Two women died from smoke inhalation in what officials say is Hazel Park’s first fatal fire in more than 10 years.  Authorities received word of the fire around 5 a.m. Friday, July 12.

EASTPOINTE — Three generations of a family stand accused of orchestrating a drive-by shooting on an Eastpointe home where multiple people were present, including six children.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — According to a press release from the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office, one of its Marine Division patrol boats was struck by a Sea Ray Cabin Cruiser while conducting a marine violation stop on another boat July 5 in St. Clair Shores.

HAZEL PARK — William Hamel first joined the Hazel Park Police Department nearly 30 years ago. Now he has been promoted to the department’s top spot, tasked with overseeing the safety and security of “The Friendly City.”

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Two violent incidents happened at the same apartment complex, in the area of 16 Mile Road and Groesbeck Highway, around the July 4 holiday.

ROSEVILLE — The winner of Roseville’s National Night Out poster contest is Rylee Tilney, a soon-to-be fifth grader at Steenland Elementary School.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — A Clinton Township man was arraigned July 9 in connection with a shooting that left one dead and one critically injured.

TROY — Troy police have some words of advice on how to avoid a new scam that has already affected some Troy residents.

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — Police are investigating after four women were caught on surveillance video stealing up to $7,000 of supplements and vitamins from a local store.

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Grosse Pointe Woods has many reasons to be grateful for its Public Safety Department, but on May 20, department and city officials recognized at least three instances in which officers exceeded the high expectations set for them.

MACOMB COUNTY — When you fill out an application online — which could include your name, home address, date of birth and mother’s maiden name — and then push the send button, where does the information go?