Wayne County
Recent News About Wayne County
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Nessel reflects on the recent death of Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon from COVID-19
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has publicly addressed the recent death of Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon while calling him a friend and a "larger-than-life" figure in the community.
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Wayne County judge faces charges related to sexually graphic comments
Wayne County Judge Bruce Morrow is in the hot seat again over sexually graphic comments he is alleged to have made during a murder trial, as well as inappropriate comments regarding the appearance of female attorneys.
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Wayne County moving forward with employee furloughs and layoffs
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on Wayne County, in terms of employment.
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Wayne County law enforcement sued for vehicle seizures
According to a lawsuit filed by Institute for Justice in Arlington, Va., law enforcement in Wayne County unconstitutionally seized private vehicles and property.
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Fifty-two percent of Michigan's job growth is in four largest counties
According to federal employment data released earlier this month, over half of Michigan’s job opportunities are in four counties throughout the state: Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and Kent. Other counties seem to be having a hard time catching up.