Michigan News Roundup: UM Fires Coach Sherrone Moore, Lansing Schools Reopen, Shooting Updates & New Local Developments

MICHIGAN — A series of major developments unfolded across the state Wednesday, including the firing and arrest of the University of Michigan’s head football coach, multiple Lansing school closures, new details on a shooting at a local hotel, and updates on regional law enforcement investigations.

U of M Fires Head Coach Sherrone Moore; Later Arrested

The University of Michigan has terminated head football coach Sherrone Moore with cause following an internal investigation that reportedly uncovered evidence of an inappropriate relationship with a staff member.

Shortly after the firing was announced, Moore was detained by police in Saline for potential charges and later transferred to authorities in Pittsfield Township. Officers there had been investigating reports connected to an alleged assault.

Lansing Schools Reopen After Heavy, Wet Snowfall

Most major school districts in the Lansing region reopened Thursday, a day after heavy, wet snowfall forced widespread closures.
However, some districts remain closed, and parents are encouraged to check with their local schools for the latest updates.

65-Year-Old Man Injured in Shooting at Red Roof Inn

Lansing police released additional information about a Wednesday morning shooting at the Red Roof Inn near Dunckel and Collins Roads.

Police say an argument broke out in the hotel parking lot shortly before 8 a.m., leading to gunfire. A stray bullet pierced a hotel room wall and grazed a 65-year-old man in the back.
The victim was not involved in the dispute and was treated at a hospital for minor injuries. No arrests have been made.

Lansing SEED Academy Returns to Support Local Developers

Mayor Andy Schor and the Lansing Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) announced the return of the Supporting Empowered Emerging Developers (SEED) Academy, a program aimed at fostering new real estate developers in the region.

Applications are open through January 9 and can be submitted online.

Raising Cane’s Proposes Second Lansing-Area Location

Popular fast-food chain Raising Cane’s may soon open a second Lansing-area restaurant.
The company submitted a proposal for a new location near the Lansing Mall, more than three years after launching its East Lansing store.

A site plan will be reviewed January 12 during a Delta Township Planning Commission meeting.

Man Killed, MSP Sergeant Injured in Thumb-Region Shooting

Michigan State Police say a 54-year-old man was killed and an MSP sergeant injured during a Tuesday night incident in Tuscola County.

Troopers were attempting to pick up the man on a court-issued mental health order when shots were fired.
The man died at the scene. The sergeant was shot in the hand, treated at a hospital, and later released.

Michigan Congresswoman Introduces Impeachment Articles Against RFK Jr.

Representative Haley Stevens has introduced articles of impeachment against Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Stevens accused Kennedy of “driving up costs, endangering lives, and undermining public health,” claiming he violated his oath of office.
A spokesman for HHS responded that Kennedy is focused on improving Americans’ health and lowering costs, dismissing the move as partisan theatrics.