What's up Warren! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
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Also on today's calendar: Grosse Pointe Theatre presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella thru June 21, at the Schaap Center and 3 more events.
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Warren, Michigan, Student Death Leaves Beer Middle School Community Heartbroken (theunionstar.com) — Beer Middle School in Warren is mourning the recent death of a student, a loss that has deeply affected classmates, staff, and families across the city. Grief counselors, teachers, and parents are working to support students as they process their emotions. Community members continue sharing condolences and encouragement with the student’s loved ones during this difficult time.
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2. Warren woman faces trial for neglecting 24 dogs, puppies and turtles (detroitnews.com) — A Warren woman has been ordered to stand trial after authorities say they found nine dogs, 11 puppies, and four turtles living in deplorable conditions at her Hobart Avenue home near Nine Mile and Schoenherr. Warren police helped execute the February search warrant, initially tied to a narcotics investigation. The case highlights a series of recent animal cruelty prosecutions affecting Warren and nearby communities.
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3. SUV crashes into Warren medical building, injuring 3 and leaving heavy damage (wxyz.com) — Three people suffered minor injuries Thursday morning when an SUV crashed into a Warren medical office building, shattering glass and heavily damaging the Metro Pain Clinic space. Staff, patients, and witnesses described a chaotic but ultimately fortunate scene, as no one was seriously hurt. Warren police are still investigating what caused the Dodge Durango to plow into the building.
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4. Former Warren police officer James Burke acquitted in fatal 2024 crash that killed best friends (clickondetroit.com) — A Macomb County jury has acquitted former Warren police officer James Burke of all criminal charges in a 2024 high-speed crash in Warren that killed two men. Families of the victims reacted angrily, while Burke’s family called the verdict overdue. Separate $100 million civil lawsuits against the City of Warren and involved officers are still moving forward.
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5. Couple Fostered ‘Most Shut Down' Senior Dog—Weeks Later, Came the Twist (newsweek.com) — A senior dog named Daisy is getting a fresh start after arriving at I Heart Dogs Rescue and Animal Haven in Warren, where a local couple first fostered and then adopted her. Once too frightened to leave their bathroom, she’s slowly relaxing into neighborhood walks, comfy beds, and peanut butter treats. Her story underscores how Warren-area residents are giving overlooked senior dogs a second chance.
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