Bay City Times

Timothy Kuss, 52, received a probationary sentence, during which he's prohibited from having contact with anyone 17 or younger. mrf.lu/2XJFk

The new sentence stems from the Michigan Supreme Court in April 2025 ruling it is unconstitutional to impose mandatory life-without-parole sentences to 19- and 20-year-olds convicted of first-degree murder. The ruling applied retroactively. mrf.lu/2Xn-4

The 3-2 vote Wednesday changes how discussions are recorded, with opponents citing transparency concerns and residents calling it an attempt to hide board member statements. mrf.lu/2X4RY

The 1976 bicentennial vault will be unearthed at noon in front of the Bay County Building, with officials hoping to find preserved memorabilia from America's 200th anniversary celebration. mrf.lu/2X9nc

A U.S. Secret Service agent in town to attend a wedding drew his weapon and intervened when a Bangor Township man allegedly attacked a 73-year-old woman with a butcher knife in her apartment. mrf.lu/2X9PF

Mary Johnson will remain on the Great Lakes Dream Center roof day and night, refusing high-tech gear to experience what people without shelter endure. In 2024, she stayed up there for 14 days straight. mrf.lu/2X9Z4

The Hoyt Library is collecting vegetable and herb seed donations during the week of Nov. 9. mrf.lu/2XBKP

The proposal would have expanded the board's role in determining which books and materials are included in the library's collection, but trustees raised concerns about the specificity of the language. mrf.lu/2XFmy

“You’ll find out in a second,” the suspect allegedly answered when poilce asked why he brought a gun to the elementary school. The officer wrote that “at that point, I fully believed Daniel’s intent was to use that rifle on myself and staff or... mrf.lu/2XvKT

Center Live Oak will serve coffee, tea and pastries daily starting November 14, with extended hours for performances and special mobile ordering for intermissions. mrf.lu/2Xvb9

A pedestrian struck by a semitruck on US-10 in Williams Township died at a local hospital, with police yet to release identifying details about the victim. mrf.lu/2XvGd

Here are the trick-or-treating times municipalities throughout the county have designated for Halloween night, Saturday, Oct. 31. mrf.lu/2Xbc8

The 22-year-old Bay City man admitted he intended to kill the driver of a vehicle he chased and aimed at during a March incident. His sentencing judge found the recommended sentence too lenient. mrf.lu/2Xgll

The Draken Harald Hårfagre, which portrays Odysseus' ship in the new film, docked along the Saginaw River during the 2016 Tall Ships celebration. mrf.lu/2XgY2

Nikeyttia Jones, 27, succumbed to her injuries Tuesday, Oct. 27, after being shot Friday, Oct. 23, alongside a 19-year-old man. The double shooting marks the city's 11th and 12th homicides of 2026. mrf.lu/2Xgdl

Bentley Burkhart is recovering at home after being struck by a pickup truck in Maplewood Park. Prosecutors are reviewing a warrant request for a 20-year-old male suspect. mrf.lu/2X6Jn

The transit service is waiving fares system-wide on Nov. 3 and offering free rides to polling locations. mrf.lu/2X8q8

The county spent more than $38 million on employee salaries and wages across more than 800 positions, with judges and prosecutors among the highest earners. mrf.lu/2Xffg

Bay County communities have varying trick-or-treating hours on Saturday, Oct. 31, ranging from 5-8 p.m. or 6-8 p.m., while some municipalities have no set hours. mrf.lu/2XrqY

A bald eagle struck by a vehicle in Michigan was rescued through a joint effort by motorcyclists, state troopers, and conservation officers, and is now receiving rehabilitation care. mrf.lu/2X050