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CBS News
04-07-2025
- CBS News
Family of victims in deadly hit-and-run in Livonia speak out
Family of victims in deadly hit-and-run in Livonia speak out Family of victims in deadly hit-and-run in Livonia speak out Family of victims in deadly hit-and-run in Livonia speak out On the night of June 29, Michael Robinson got a call he will never forget. "I turned the corner, and I saw my wife fall to the floor, and I knew something was definitely wrong," said Michael Robinson. His daughter, Tia Robinson, and her 3-year-old twins were struck as they were walking near Lyndon Street and Merriman Road in Livonia. Tia Robinson and her daughter were seriously injured, and her young son was killed. "We had no idea the devastation that we would be facing," said Michael Robinson. Police say the driver accused in the hit and run, 55-year-old Tammy Sandoval of Mt. Morris, originally took off and was later arrested. She faces several charges, including driving with a suspended license and failure to stop at a scene causing serious injury and death. Her bond is set at $600,000. Michael Robinson says he is still processing his feelings around Sandoval's arrest. "I'm not mad at her, I'm not upset, and hold no grudges. The best way I can say it is I really don't know how I feel," said Michael Robinson. Michael Robinson says his daughter remains hospitalized, recovering from severe injuries. "Nothing's changed; they have her still sedated," said Michael Robinson. He says his young granddaughter is doing much better, having been released from the hospital this week, and is now back home with family. "She's all scratched up, scarred up, but she has no broken bones or anything," said Michael Robinson. Michael Robinson says the support from the community has been incredible, namely the thousands of dollars raised by the Livonia First Responder Foundation to help. "They have showed us more love than we would ever imagine, and for them to reach out to us and extend the hand of gratitude, as they've done, and all the people that have donated, we really and truly appreciate it," said Michael Robinson. As their family navigates a long recovery, Michael Robinson says they are leaning on each other during this tragic time. "My daughter, she would move heaven and earth for her kids. She loved her children very dearly, and this is going to be hard to let her know that she lost her baby," he said. If you would like to support Tia Robinson and her family, reach out to the Livonia First Responder Foundation.
Chicago Tribune
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Artists provide the soundtrack for Gary bus riders
Michael Robinson heard the saxophone melody drifting toward his bus Wednesday and walked over to hear Damico Brown's smooth jazz notes outside the Gary Metro Station. Other curious riders watched in the hot, muggy morning, as well. 'I think it's great that he's out here. This brings people out,' said Robinson before boarding a Gary Public Transit Corp. bus to his job in Merrillville. On Wednesdays and Fridays, 'Arts on the Move' performers including a dance troupe, musicians, and artists, are stationed at stops along the GPTC's Rapid Bus Route along Broadway offering popup performances to uplift riders during their day. 'Everyone who comes always smiles,' said Brown, of Gary. 'It's always been encouraging and we give them a positive.' The endeavor sprang from interim GPTC General Manager Denise Comer Dillard and McKenya Dilworth Smith, director of Gary's Morning Bishop Theatre Project. 'We are committed to ensuring accessibility for our riders, and that includes access to the arts,' said Comer Dillard. 'Just as mobility should not be limited to any one group of people, the arts should be inclusive as well.' Dilworth Smith lined up about 40 performers, who are paid through a $5,000 grant provided by Lake County Commissioner Kyle Allen, D-Gary. The program began last week and runs through mid-July. Dilworth Smith said artists are often forgotten as funding is parsed out by governments. 'Denise wanted a program of collaboration. Arts are always the first thing to get cut. She came to me, and said 'what will work?'' The two women hoped spectators would be engaged and appreciate the rich tradition of artistic expression in Gary. 'Accessibility is akin to inclusion and togetherness. These are aspects of our society that need the arts more than ever to fill a real void of disconnection that lends itself to alienation,' said Dilworth Smith. In just brief snippet performances at the bus stops, the artists showcased their creativity and talent. Gary rapper Young Khan Tha Don, also known as Brother Damon Jones, explained the origin of his piece he calls 'The Gas Station,' after a performance at 6th Avenue and Broadway. 'I was at a gas station on 45th and Broadway right here in Gary and it was right at the time the school was dismissing.' He said he saw kids flocking to the gas station to load up on snacks. 'It was just the overall energy after school was letting out and them enjoying their free time… I just kind of wanted to give a visual snapshot to the listener.' He said it's an honor to work with the Morning Bishop Theatre and GPTC. 'You know artists, they are instrumental in helping people to feel better, and we provide the soundtracks to people's lives,' he said. Meanwhile, Nahla Gem, a Columbia College graduate, performed a poem she wrote as riders boarded the bus. 'I was very excited to help with this,' she said. She performs Spoken Word regularly as part of the Lyrical Lotus' Heal N' Mic program at Brothers Keeper's community garden. Back at the Metro station, Karina Mitchell set up her easel and finished an acrylic painting as Brown played his sax. Mitchell said she began painting back in 1985. 'The bus riders, they actually tipped the sax player,' she said. She said she never envisioned painting at a bus station. 'But it's not bad.' Both Comer Dillard and Dilworth Smith are pleased with the project. 'We want to make art a daily activity,' said Dilworth Smith. 'Something to uplift the quality of life. It wouldn't be possible without the vision of Denise Dillard. 'You are our ambassador,' she told her.
Associated Press
20-05-2025
- Associated Press
Robinson Law, PLLC Hired in Virginia "Ding Dong Ditch" Fatal Shooting Case
Fairfax, VA May 19, 2025 --( )-- Robinson Law, PLLC, a top Virginia criminal and personal injury law firm, has been hired to represent Tyler Chase Butler of Spotsylvania County following charges of second-degree murder, malicious wounding and use of firearm. 'We are prepared to defend our client in this terrible tragedy and are confident the facts of what transpired that early Saturday morning at Mr. Butler's home will be fully exposed,' said Michael Robinson, founder and CEO of Robinson Law, PLLC. The case will be litigated by Frank A. Webb and Sarah M. Buskirk of Robinson Law, PLLC. Contact Information: Robinson Law, PLLC Michael Robinson (703) 844-3746 Contact via Email Read the full story here: Robinson Law, PLLC Hired in Virginia 'Ding Dong Ditch' Fatal Shooting Case Press Release Distributed by
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Yahoo
MNPD releases photo of man wanted for deadly shooting on Lafayette Street
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Metro police have released new details about a deadly shooting that occurred outside a market on Lafayette Street. The shooting happened just after 2 a.m. in the 100 block of Lafayette Street outside of Honey Suckle Market on Saturday, April 19. PREVIOUS | Police search for suspect in deadly shooting on Lafayette Street According to the Metro Nashville Police Department, a group of men were gathered near a white Chevrolet Malibu at one of the gas pumps when a 'brief verbal altercation' took place with the driver of a white Jeep, which was parked at another pump. Authorities reported the suspect—identified as 25-year-old Derek Michael Randolph— fired shots at the Jeep as it began to drive away. The vehicle then accelerated and crashed into the side of the market. | READ MORE | At least two people in the Jeep were taken to Vanderbilt University Medical Center to be treated for their injuries. Officials announced one of the victims—identified as 37-year-old Michael Robinson of Memphis— died at the hosptial. If you see Randolph or know of his whereabouts, you are asked to call 615-742-7463. No additional details were released. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Yahoo
Nashville police ID suspect in April 19 fatal gas station shooting of Memphis man
Nashville police are searching for a 25-year-old suspect wanted in connection with the fatal April 19 shooting of a 37-year-old Memphis man. A group of men were standing near a white Chevrolet Malibu at gas pumps outside of Honey Suckle Market on Lafayette Street during the early morning hours when a brief argument took place with the driver of a white Jeep parked at another pump. As the Jeep drove off, the suspect, identified as Derek Michael Randolph, fired into it multiple times, police said, noting that Michael Robinson, a passenger in the Jeep, was hit, police said. The Jeep accelerated and crashed into the side of the market, police said. Another person inside the Jeep suffered non-critical injuries. At the time, police said the suspect left the scene in a black Nissan sedan. This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Nashville police ID suspect in fatal April 19 shooting of Memphis man
