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West Michigan sobriety court helps repeat OWI offenders turn their lives around

May 21, 2026
Kentwood neighbors are warning others about the dangers of drunk driving, sharing their firsthand experiences before turning their lives around with the West Michigan Sobriety Court program.
The program, based at the 62-B District Court in Kentwood, has been operating for 11 years and has logged 393 total participants.
Its mission is to increase public safety and reduce the number of alcohol related traffic deaths and injuries.
Read more at Fox 17

Michigan Federal Judge Awaiting Drunken-Driving Trial

January 27, 2026
A Michigan federal judge is awaiting trial on drunken-driving charges following his October arrest, during which officials said his blood-alcohol content was more than twice the legal limit.
Judge Thomas L. Ludington of the US District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan faces misdemeanor charges of operating a vehicle with a blood-alcohol content of 0.17 or more and operating a vehicle while intoxicated, according to the complaint filed by a local prosecutor
Read more at Bloomberg Law

Did auto insurance overhaul help Michigan motorists?

January 7, 2026

It’s been more than six years since Michigan officials approved bipartisan reforms aimed at driving down sky-high auto insurance costs. Yet the question remains: was it a net positive for Michigan drivers?

Read more at Bridge Michigan

Plea or poop? Road rage defecator takes rehab over trial

December 16, 2025
A Delaware County, Pennsylvania, woman — known regionally as the “Delco Pooper” after she was captured on video angrily defecating on a car — avoided trial Tuesday, instead entering into a rehabilitative program for her fecal faults.
“I wanted to punch her in the face, but I pooped on her car instead and went home,” Solometo said, according to the affidavit.
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Michigan has the best drivers in the US, per study -- here’s why

December 5, 2025
A new study just named Michigan drivers the best in the country when it comes to safety, skill and how they handle the road.
The state consistently ranks high in metrics like as low accident rates, fewer traffic violations and responsible driving habits.
Read more at Click On Detroit
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Why You Need an Experienced Drunk Driving Attorney in Michigan

December 4, 2025
If you’ve been arrested for drunk driving in Michigan, you may be facing serious consequences that could affect your freedom, finances, and future. Michigan’s Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) laws are some of the strictest in the nation, and without the right legal representation, you could be at risk of steep fines, jail time, license suspension, and a permanent criminal record.
At Ledford & Associates, we focus on defending clients against drunk driving and OWI charges across Michigan. Our team has the knowledge, experience, and courtroom skill to fight for the best possible outcome in your case.

Is it legal to sleep at a Michigan rest area?

December 2, 2025

Say you're traveling over the river and through the woods and get really drowsy, is it OK to pull off into one of Michigan's 61 highway rest areas for a nap.
Yes, it is.
The Michigan Department of Transportation, which runs the rest stops, has guidelines concerning how long you may stay — no more than 48 hours and no camping.

Read more at Detroit Free Press via MSN

Modern cars are spying on you.

November 7, 2025

One Tech Tip: Modern cars are spying on you. Here’s what you can do about it

While driving to a new restaurant, your car’s satellite navigation system tracks your location and guides you to the destination. Onboard cameras constantly track your face and eye movements. When another car veers into your path, forcing you to slam on the brakes, sensors are assisting and recording. Waiting at a stoplight, the car notices when you unbuckle your seat belt to grab your sunglasses in the backseat.

Modern cars are computers on wheels that are becoming increasingly connected, enabling innovative new features that make driving safer and more convenient. But these systems are also collecting reams of data on our driving habits and other personal information, raising concerns about data privacy.

Read more at APNews

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Body cam footage of viral cyclist altercation released

October 23, 2024

A Park City police officer tells Peacock, "He doesn't have to get out of his car for you, he doesn't have to identify himself to you, you are not law enforcement."

Read more at Townlift

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Cameras track traffic through Grand Rapids

October 2, 2024
Cameras track traffic through Grand Rapids intersections but don't hand out tickets
When asked how many drivers they have caught running red lights, Ariana Jeske, assistant director of Mobile GR, has a quick and direct answer.
“Zero,” she says.
It’s the law.
Read more at Fox 17
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