Santa's helpers strike in Pontiac when letter is accidentally delivered to wrong address
A letter that was supposed to end up at the top of the world, in Santa’s mailbox at the North Pole, ended up in Pontiac by mistake.
Metro Detroit traffic stops lead to police discovering 2 illegal guns
Michigan State Police found two illegal guns during separate traffic stops over the weekend. Neither driver had a CPL, and one of the guns was stolen, police said.
Book fair for adults planned at Metro Detroit self-serve taproom
Sidetrack Bookshop is teaming up with fellow Royal Oak business, North End Taproom, for nostalgic book fair for adults featuring books, beer, and food.
Michigan's updated distracted driving law leading to thousands of tickets, slow changes in driver behavior
The updated law has made it easier for police to enforce, leading to thousands of tickets being handed to drivers in metro Detroit.
Girlfriend of drug kingpin sentenced to prison for money laundering
The girlfriend of a drug kingpin who was busted after an investigation led authorities to a Novi home was sentenced to prison this week.
Man charged with assault after 11-hour police standoff in Oakland County
The stand-off began when police responded to a 911 call regarding an alleged domestic assault incident at a Commerce Township home.
Light shows, live ice carving events, and more things to do this Christmas weekend in Metro Detroit
If you're looking to immerse yourself in a winter wonderland this weekend, look no further than Metro Detroit. It may not be a white Christmas, but there are plenty of festive ways to spend the holiday:
Detroit journalist Charlie LeDuff charged with domestic violence
Charlie LeDuff was arrested Monday evening on domestic violence charges and appeared. He was released on a $5,000 personal bond and ordered to have no contact with his wife.
Bloomfield Township Fire Department presents “Fill The Boot" proceeds to MDA
The Bloomfield Township Fire Department recently issued a check for $16,129 to the Muscular Dystrophy Association from their November Fill the Boot campaign.
Wixom man sentenced to life without parole for murder of 4-year-old
A Wixom man will spend the rest of his life in prison for the murder of a 4-year-old boy last year.
Alleged human trafficking ring ran out metro Detroit spas; 1 arrested and 2 sought by police
Only one of the three suspects charged have been caught by police. The other two are currently missing and sought by law enforcement.
4 Michigan cities earn perfect scores on Municipal Equality Index for support of LGBTQ+ rights
Four Michigan cities earned perfect scores on the Human Rights Campaign's 2023 Municipal Equality Index, an evaluation of how cities support LGBTQ+ people and rights.
One dead in Highland Township motorcycle crash
The deceased was a 31-year-old man from Holly.
Woodward construction complete with new bike lanes, parking spaces
The busy roadway will now have one less lane on each direction between Eight Mile and 10 Mile.
Marine from Royal Oak killed in training accident, remembered as a hero
Bylski is remembered as compassionate, upbeat, and special, his family said in a statement from Hazel Park Schools.
Afghan family finds refuge in Michigan with help from Oakland County residents
Thanks to a U.S. Marine major from Michigan, the Sadat family boarded one of the last cargo planes headed to America. Their brave story reached First Lady Jill Biden, who invited them to the White House earlier this year.
Southfield schools have enjoyed a big year this semester
Southfield A&T won the district's first state football championship this year.
Oakland County Sheriff's Office looking for runaway 16-year-old Pontiac girl
Maria Guadalupe Saucedo Alvarado was last seen between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 8 when she was staying with relatives.
33-year-old dead after being shot by Oakland County Sheriff's deputies following chase
The suspect was shot by police after exiting his vehicle following a police chase. He "turned abruptly towards the deputies with a two-handed posture" a release from the sheriff's office said.
Grinch Weekend, holiday ornament painting, and more things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit
Meet the Grinch, make ornaments for your tree, and more this weekend. Here's what's going on in Metro Detroit: