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Saturday, June 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Ypsilanti. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A former Eastern Michigan University police officer, Alex Colarossi, 27, was charged for allegedly hiding cameras in a co-worker's hotel room during a police union conference in Grand Rapids and in an EMU locker room—allegations involving three female victims—and he resigned after being placed on leave as investigators review further digital evidence. FOX 2
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On June 18th, a federal lawsuit was filed in U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan against the Michigan Law Review by FASORP, which alleges the publication uses race and sex preferences to discriminate against straight white men—claiming it violates federal anti-discrimination laws. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal government rescinded $24.6 million in funds aimed at protecting 4,000 acres of farms and natural lands in Southeast Michigan—officials say the cut jeopardized conservation plans in Jackson, Lenawee, Livingston, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties. Conservation coalition members warn that the loss of funding may delay or cancel future preservation projects. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Doctors from Cleveland Clinic and University of Michigan Health warned residents that extreme heat can cause dehydration and lead to serious illnesses like heat stroke if water was not consumed. They urged drinking water regularly and checking weather apps to cool off—especially among young children and older adults. FOX 2
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Morez Johnson Jr., a Michigan transfer, will join the U.S. team as one of 12 final roster members for the U19 FIBA World Cup in Switzerland later this month—his arrival in Ann Arbor was delayed due to his recent transfer—while teammate L.J. Cason did not make the cut. MLive
TRAVEL NEWS
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