I-96 shooting suspect expected to be arraigned on more charges today
The 43 year old Wixom man was arraigned in Livingston Co. yesterday on several felony charges. Today, MLive reports Raulie Casteel is expected to face more charges in Oakland County:
It's been confirmed that Raulie Casteel, the suspected I-96 corridor shooter, will be arraigned on additional charges in Oakland County's 52nd District Court in Wixom today. Court officials said the hearing is tentatively scheduled for 1:30 p.m.
MLive reports Casteel could face charge in all four counties the shootings took place in, and that federal officials are also considering charges because several shootings took place on an interstate highway.
The race for Michigan's 1st Congressional District continues
The latest tallies show that 2,328 votes separate incumbent Congressman Dan Benishek (R) and his challenger Gary McDowell (D). Less than 1 percent of the total votes cast.
The 1st Congressional District represents people in Michigan's U.P. and parts of the northern lower peninsula.
From Interlochen Public Radio's Linda Stephan:
A spokesman for Gary McDowell (D) says the campaign will decide as soon as tonight whether to request a recount in the race for the 1st Congressional District. McDowell has not conceded the race – though incumbent Congressman Dan Benishek (R) has declared victory. McDowell Campaign Manager Zack Knowling says the Democrat won’t concede until the official numbers are in from a state canvassing. "This is a very close race and we believe we owe it to all the voters of northern Michigan to ensure every vote is counted," said Knowling. There is no automatic recount for U.S. House races. If McDowell wants a recount, he’ll have to pay for it: $10 per precinct.
Michigan State House votes on leadership
Representative Jase Bolger (R-Marshall) was narrowly re-elected last Tuesday and yesterday, members of the State House voted to keep him on as Speaker of the House for two more years.
Tim Greimel (D-Auburn Hills) will take over as state House minority leader in January. Former House Minority Leader Richard Hammel (D-Mount Morris Twsp.) will not return next year due to term limits.
