Oakland County government workers, UAW call out commission over contract demands
It was not on the agenda, but UAW organizers representing Oakland County government workers brought strength in numbers before Thursday night’s Board of Commissioners meeting.
Wheelchair dancing takes off in Bloomfield Hills
The Fred Astaire Dance Studio recently welcomed wheelchair dancers from more than 15 countries for the first Paralympic ballroom dance competition in the U.S.
Oakland County substitute teacher charged with criminal sexual conduct with students
The charges are connected to a series of incidents alleged to have occurred at a Highland Township school where her was contracted.
Police: Barricaded man dies by self-inflicted gunshot after standoff in Novi
A 26-year-old man armed with a rifle fired shots into a home on Forest Park Drive in Novi, according to police. Family members made it out of the house before the suspect barricaded himself inside.
Plymouth Fall Festival, Dally in the Alley, and more things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit
Labor Day has passed, and with that, it's time to jump into fall fun. Here's what's going on this weekend around Metro Detroit:
Oakland University, professors union reach tentative agreement; classes to start Sept. 4
The union accepted a 5-year economic proposal that sees Oakland putting between 3% to 4% per year toward salary increases.
Michigan State Fair shooting: Ferndale University High School student killed
Ferndale University High School students returned to class on Tuesday -- mourning the death of a student killed at the Michigan State Fair.
Oakland County's high number of drownings this year flummoxing officials
Ironically, drowning numbers are down in the Great Lakes this year - even as the number of incidents in Oakland County have climbed.
Strike looms for Oakland University ahead of first day of class
The main point of contention for the union is pay raises, with professors asking for a 30% raise over five years.
Oakland County probate judge under investigation for inappropriate relationship
She is under investigation sources say, for an inappropriate relationship with a man, who also works at the Oakland County courts.
2024 Arts Beats and Eats officially kicks off Labor Day weekend with something for everyone
From howling guitars and pulsating grooves, to piping hot snacks and cool sips.
Waterford man accused of sexually abusing, recording several young boys he knew
Sexual images and videos found on the suspect's seized phone showed multiple young boys. However, police said they currently only know of four victims in total – ages 7, 10, 11, and 13.
Oakland County's 11 drownings this year prompt focus on water safety in schools
Oakland County's lakes are typically bustling with fun in the sun. But after a concerning uptick in drownings this summer, several beaches have become settings of tragedy – prompting legislators to take action.
Fatal crash in Novi closes Beck Road near 8 Mile for several hours
A man died after he crossed the median line while driving on northbound Beck Road in Novi and struck another vehicle.
Troy Public Library launches Bookmobile to bring books to community
No way to the library? No problem. The Troy Public Library's Bookmobile will soon start visiting the community.
Royal Oak's Five15 offering free drag queen bingo during Arts, Beats & Eats
Five15 is again offering free drag queen bingo shows during Arts, Beats & Eats.
Storm aftermath: Trail of toppled power poles left from Tuesday's wake in Rochester Hills
DTE Energy has called in about 800 crews from around the region to help out in a monumental effort to restore power. There are 95,000 customers still in the dark - down from over 200,000 24 hours ago.
2024 Michigan State Fair opens Thursday at Novi Suburban Collection Showplace
The 2024 Michigan State Fair kicks off this Labor Day weekend on Thursday and our Rob Wolchek has a preview from Novi.
Wixom hotels fill up due to residents losing power during Tuesday storm
About 150,000 DTE customers across Southeast Michigan remained without power as of 5 p.m. on Wednesday. Several hotels are filling up for a second day in a row as residents deal with lack of power and A.C. in their homes.
Arts, Beats & Eats: What to know about this year's festival in Royal Oak
It's Arts, Beats & Eats weekend, the annual Labor Day festival that draws large crowds to downtown Royal Oak to enjoy music, food, and art from all over.