SAGINAW, MI — Here are a few headlines from Saginaw County last week that attracted reader interest.
SVSU international student’s visa was revoked without notice from federal program
Saginaw Valley State University officials said they are seeking information from the federal Student and Exchange Visitor Program about why an SVSU international student’s visa was revoked.
SVSU now stands among at least six Michigan public universities that, since late last week, have publicly acknowledged members of their international student communities had visas revoked by the administration of President Donald Trump.
‘You going home now, baby.’ Saginaw man acquitted of murder on grounds of self-defense
A Saginaw man was all smiles on learning a jury acquitted him of murder on the grounds he acted in self-defense when he fatally shot another man over the summer.
Eric M. Wills II, 24, heaved a sigh of relief and smiled broadly when jurors announced they found him not guilty of murder or felony firearm about 2:30 p.m. on Friday, April 11. Three rows of supporters in the gallery applauded, cried, and hugged.
Suspect jailed in California woman’s fatal shooting in Saginaw
Police have arrested a suspect in the recent homicide of a California woman on Saginaw’s West Side.
Eliza Vega, 27, was found shot to death inside a house in the 1400 block of Cypress Street on the city’s West Side about 4:15 a.m. on Saturday, April 5. By about 7:30 p.m. that day, police lodged a 30-year-old male suspect in the Saginaw County Jail.
Records indicate the man is on parole and is being held on a violation, the Michigan Department of Corrections having released him from prison in November. His record includes convictions of first-degree home invasion, unarmed robbery, and felony firearm.
Here are 6 Saginaw road projects that could alter your route in 2025
Saginaw officials are preparing motorists for a busy season of roads projects across the city.
Travis Hare, city engineer for Saginaw City Hall, outlined details for some of the largest roads projects during a presentation to the Saginaw City Council Monday, April 7.
Click here for a list of road projects in Saginaw motorists should plan around.
‘You were supposed to be our family.’ Saginaw man imprisoned for killing pregnant woman, 2 men
Tears flowed in torrents in a Saginaw courtroom as a 51-year-old man learned how much time he’d spend behind bars for killing three relatives, including a pregnant woman. None of the tears fell from the killer’s eyes, though, as he remained stone-faced and seemingly unrepentant.
“You were supposed to be family. You were supposed to be our family,” cried the mother of one of the three victims.
Juan M. Mireles appeared before Saginaw County Circuit Judge Darnell Jackson for sentencing on Thursday, April 10. Mireles in November pleaded no contest to manslaughter and felony firearm in connection with the June 5, 2022, shooting deaths of Laura Buendia, Mariano Escareño, and Rafael J. “Rafa” Campos, all 24.
Saginaw doctor files bankruptcy for entity that handled autopsies, delaying $551K defamation judgment
A Saginaw Township doctor has filed bankruptcy for one of his entities that had been contracted to provide autopsy services for Saginaw County. The filing has delayed a judge ordering the doctor to pay a six-figure sum to a fellow physician he defamed.
Dr. David L. Stockman appeared via Zoom before Saginaw County Business Court Judge M. Randall Jurrens on Monday, April 7, regarding a lawsuit filed against him by Saginaw County Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Russell L. Bush. The suit previously went to arbitration overseen by Kenneth W. Schmidt, a former Bay County Circuit Court judge. Schmidt in late February 2025 issued an opinion finding Stockman and his entity, Michigan Institute of Forensic Science & Medicine, owed Bush $551,800 and that Stockman acted with intent and malice.
Saginaw man who told police his brother confessed to wife’s killing changes story in court
A Saginaw man broke down in tears while testifying about the day his 60-year-old brother allegedly killed his wife, then turned the gun on himself. Within a few minutes on the stand, though, he erupted in anger at the prosecutor questioning him.
The dramatic testimony occurred during the Wednesday, April 9, preliminary examination of 60-year-old Michael A. Glenn. Glenn is charged with open murder and felony firearm in connection with the February shooting death of his 33-year-old wife, Domonique C. Watson.
Dr. Mona Hanna to speak at BWell Saginaw summit for National Public Health Week
In honor of National Public Health Week, April 7–13, BWell Saginaw will host its second annual BWell Saginaw Summit, offering two educational tracks — one for health care providers seeking continuing education and a free community track open to the public.
The event takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, April 11, at Saginaw State University, Curtiss Hall, in Saginaw County’s Kochville Township.
Saginaw man fatally shot ‘drunk, violent aggressor’ in self-defense, lawyer tells jury
Four bullets ended the life of Equayvis S. “Quay” Moten on an early July morning in Saginaw.
But was his death a murder or the result of his shooter firing in self-defense?
That was the issue attorneys sparred over during their April 9 opening statements to jurors in the trial of Moten’s killer, 24-year-old Eric M. Wills II.
Presenting her theory first, Saginaw County Assistant Prosecutor Melissa J. Hoover related how the 31-year-old Moten was fatally shot the morning of July 9 in the 3300 block of Ruckle Street.
Saginaw YMCA to host youth sports clinics during Family Fun Day
The Saginaw YMCA is inviting families to a day of sports, learning and community fun with its Family Fun Day.
The Family Fun Day is taking place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 26, at 1915 Fordney St., in Saginaw.
The event offers a range of activities for kids and adults, including youth clinics, interactive exhibits and opportunities to learn more about the YMCA’s summer programs.
Man charged with trying to steal security cameras from Saginaw Township Menards
A Saginaw man is charged with a hefty felony thanks to being implicated by security cameras, but not in the way you think.
Brady W. Groom, 19, on April 7 appeared before Saginaw County District Judge Elian E.H. Fichtner for arraignment on one count of unarmed robbery. The charge is punishable by up to 15 years in prison.
Groom’s alleged crime stems from an incident that occurred at the Menards store at 5806 State St. in Saginaw Township on March 21. According to prosecutors, Groom visited the business and was seen by loss prevention officers putting security cameras in his backpack.
Saginaw’s Letisha Randle named CMURC Entrepreneur of the Year
Letisha Randle, a Saginaw-based businesswoman and founder of PRH Group, is being recognized for her impact on the region’s business landscape and her commitment to workforce development.
Officials with Central Michigan University Research Corp. (CMURC), announced Randle has been named Entrepreneur of the Year by their organization.
Randle has launched multiple ventures, including PRH Group – a growing electrical construction company that now employs 65 full-time and part-time workers.
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