Detroit Zoo brings back 'Zoo Keys' for visitors to learn more about the animals
It is late spring in Metro Detroit, which means school’s out, and the lines are now longer at the Detroit Zoo. Meanwhile, there's a new attraction that unlocks a gateway of information for visitors.
Detroit Zoo brings back zoo keys
The Detroit Zoo re-debuted its zoo keys on Friday. For just $4, people can buy a specialty key to plug into one of its audio boxes and listen to a poem or biography about an animal.
Lanes closed on 11 Mile near downtown Royal Oak for railroad bridge repairs
Only one lane of 11 Mile is open in each direction just outside of downtown Royal Oak.
Royal Oak Sheetz plan moving forward after city commission vote
A plan to build a Sheetz gas station in Royal Oak is moving forward after a unanimous "yes" vote from the city commission Monday.
Royal Oak woman charged with fatally slashing her mother's throat
Police responding to an emergency call from a mother saying her daughter was having a mental health crisis made a startling discovery, finding the 66-year-old fatally wounded.
Metro Detroit doctor performs CPR during public medical emergency
A special reunion on Friday gave a young woman who suffered a medical emergency the chance to thank the person who saved her life.
Doctor performs CPR during woman's medical emergency
Emily Morgan was in a fitness class when suddenly Emily collapsed. Luckily, Dr. Dema Fawaz, an emergency room physician at Corewell Health, was in the right place at the right time.
Royal Oak senior wins full ride scholarship for his determination amid disability
A Royal Oak High School senior got the surprise of a lifetime one day before he graduated when he learned that he beat nearly 300 applicants to receive a full-ride scholarship.
Royal Oak weighs shrinking 11 Mile in favor of bike lanes, street parking, and a left turn lane
The main purpose of the project is to incorporate left turn lanes throughout the corridor.
Juvenile among three charged in fatal Clawson shooting
The Oakland County prosecutor says the firearm used in the alleged murder was taken from a safe belonging to the juvenile defendant's father.
Spanish instructions cut from Royal Oak Elementary Schools, draws backlash from parents
It was a decision to cut Spanish instruction from Royal Oak Elementary Schools, and now it has drawn backlash from parents.
21-year-old arrested for role in connection with fatal shooting in Macomb County
An investigation overseen by Clawson police led them to a residence late Thursday night where they found a man who had been shot.
The Pita Post food truck expanding with Royal Oak storefront
The Pita Post plans to open a storefront soon in Royal Oak.
Royal Oak Restaurant Week returns with special 3-course menus
June starts with Royal Oak Restaurant Week, eight days when restaurants around the city will offer special three-course menus to encourage people to explore the local food scene.
Detroit Zoo adult-only nights return this month with Zoo Brew
After the Detroit Zoo closes, on certain evenings the gates open for adult-only nights featuring drinks, education, and fun.
Consumers Energy replacing 8 miles of pipeline through Oakland and Macomb counties
The natural gas pipelines are decades old and will require years to replace. Here's when portions of the metro Detroit will be under construction.
Green Lantern Pizza owner frets about losing parking during road construction
Construction on Rochester Road is badly needed, the CEO of Green Lantern Pizza said. But potential plans for removing the parking spaces could hurt business in the process.
Michigan lawmakers gather, pushing to protect Medicaid
Medical professionals and lawmakers joined forces Thursday at a press conference at Corewell Health Royal Oak to talk about the importance of protecting Medicaid.
Royal Oak's Lockhart's BBQ closing on Easter
After 15 years of smoking meat in Royal Oak, Lockhart's BBQ is closing.
Royal Oak Public Library feels the impact of DOGE federal cuts
Libraries are a place for everyone to access information and read incredible, heart-pounding stories. But as National Library Week kicks off, federal cuts are dimming the celebration everywhere, including Metro Detroit.