April 18, 2023 Michigan judge shortens prison term for man who killed mom, sisters as teen A Kent County, Michigan, judge has shortened the sentence of Jon Siesling, who in 2003 killed his mother and two sisters, from life without parole to a maximum of 40 years.
April 18, 2023 Nebraska ethanol plant explosion kills worker, injures 4 An explosion at a Nebraska ethanol plant killed a worker and injured four others on Monday afternoon. The explosion happened during a routine repair on the tank.
April 18, 2023 Fractured rail found in Minnesota derailment investigation Federal investigators say BNSF railroad is examining a fractured section of rail in southwest Minnesota that may have contributed to a fiery train derailment last month.
April 18, 2023 Indiana Senate advances firearms training fund for teachers and school employees The Indiana Senate passed a bill 42-8 on Tuesday that would create a specialized firearms training course for teachers who want to carry guns in schools.
April 18, 2023 Michigan Supreme Court justice to miss case for mental health treatment Michigan Supreme Court Justice Richard Bernstein will not hear a case next week, instead opting to travel out-of-state for mental health treatment.
April 18, 2023 Ohio police arrest teenager with loaded handgun outside amusement park Ohio police arrested a teenager who allegedly was in possession of a handgun in a security area located just outside of the Kings Island amusement park.
April 18, 2023 Wisconsin Assembly passes bills outlawing local gas engine bans The Wisconsin Assembly has passed a pair of bills outlawing state and local bans on gasoline-powered vehicle, lawnmower and snow blower engines.
April 18, 2023 Michigan State hires security firm to review mass shooting response Michigan State University has hired Security Risk Management Consultants, an Ohio-based firm, to review the school's response to a February mass shooting that left three students dead.
April 18, 2023 Nebraska Legislature finally passes a bill, amidst progressive filibusters Despite two-thirds of Nebraska's legislative session being over, the state Senate has only passed one bill as leftist members force it to a halt over a proposed youth sex change ban.
April 18, 2023 Marquette University student found dead in dorm room A student at Marquette University in Milwaukee was found dead in his dorm room on Monday, the university's police department said in a statement.