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‘Be vigilant’: Wayne County residents report increase in coyote sightings
Read full article: ‘Be vigilant’: Wayne County residents report increase in coyote sightingsResidents in a Northville neighborhood are reporting an increase in bold coyote behavior, with the animals now appearing in broad daylight near homes and in residential driveways.
West Bloomfield Township man accused of having counterfeit cash, stolen credit cards, IDs
Read full article: West Bloomfield Township man accused of having counterfeit cash, stolen credit cards, IDsA West Bloomfield man was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly using counterfeit money and having stolen IDs, credit cards and financial information.
Explore local authors, dog fashion show and more at Women’s Expo in Novi
Read full article: Explore local authors, dog fashion show and more at Women’s Expo in NoviThe Metro Detroit Women’s Expo will take place at Novi's Suburban Collection Showplace from September 26th to 28th, featuring entertainment, 200 exhibitors, and free parking.
Morning 4: Oakland County man charged with murder of sister, nephew denied bond -- and other news
Read full article: Morning 4: Oakland County man charged with murder of sister, nephew denied bond -- and other newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
MDOT gives update on 2-year I-696 project 6 months after first phase began
Read full article: MDOT gives update on 2-year I-696 project 6 months after first phase beganSix months after the construction began on I-696, the Michigan Department of Transportation has provided an update on the ongoing project.
Oakland County man charged with murder of sister, nephew denied bond
Read full article: Oakland County man charged with murder of sister, nephew denied bondPolice said he has a lengthy criminal history dating back to 2004, with multiple convictions including controlled substance possession, assault and domestic violence.
Sheriff targets Pontiac ‘danger locations’ with extra patrols to prevent pedestrian crashes
Read full article: Sheriff targets Pontiac ‘danger locations’ with extra patrols to prevent pedestrian crashesThe Oakland County sheriff has ordered an increase in patrols in “hot spots” and “danger locations” in Pontiac in response to a rash of crashes involving pedestrians.
Demolition of historic Oakland County elementary school set to begin despite community concerns
Read full article: Demolition of historic Oakland County elementary school set to begin despite community concernsThe first steps of the controversial demolition of a historic elementary school in Keego Harbor are set to begin next week.
Vigil held for victims of Labor Day double homicide in Hazel Park
Read full article: Vigil held for victims of Labor Day double homicide in Hazel ParkCountless balloons were released into the sky on Wednesday evening, each one representing a prayer for the lives of 41-year-old Linda Hill and her son, 12-year-old Kardi Jackson.
Man arrested in Labor Day slayings of Hazel Park mother and 12-year-old son
Read full article: Man arrested in Labor Day slayings of Hazel Park mother and 12-year-old sonPolice have arrested a 43-year-old Redford Township man in connection with the Labor Day double homicide of a mother and her young son in Hazel Park.
Brake manufacturer to lay off 48 employees at Oakland County facility amid decline in sales
Read full article: Brake manufacturer to lay off 48 employees at Oakland County facility amid decline in salesA brake manufacturer is set to permanently lay off 48 employees at its Oakland County facility next month as the company faces a decline in sales.
Wedding dress saved, cat dies in fire that destroys couple’s Birmingham home days before their big day
Read full article: Wedding dress saved, cat dies in fire that destroys couple’s Birmingham home days before their big dayA devastating fire early Labor Day morning destroyed a couple’s home in Birmingham just days before their wedding.
‘I can’t even think about it’: Brutal murder of mom and son in Hazel Park stuns family, neighbors
Read full article: ‘I can’t even think about it’: Brutal murder of mom and son in Hazel Park stuns family, neighborsFamily members are devastated and looking for answers as they sort through how a mother and son could be brutally killed on Labor Day.
Arts, Beats & Eats festival breaks records with 20% attendance surge
Read full article: Arts, Beats & Eats festival breaks records with 20% attendance surgeDowntown Royal Oak’s signature Arts, Beats & Eats festival is drawing record crowds in its 15-plus year run, with organizers reporting a 20% increase in attendance this year.
Oakland County veterinary hospital accused of sharing client details in response to negative reviews
Read full article: Oakland County veterinary hospital accused of sharing client details in response to negative reviewsA Metro Detroit woman claims she was shocked after allegedly discovering her personal information had been posted publicly in response to an online review.
Toxic black mold found at Oakland County elementary school prompts closure
Read full article: Toxic black mold found at Oakland County elementary school prompts closureDelta Kelly Elementary School in Oakland Township was closed on Wednesday and will be closed until at least next Tuesday, Sept. 2, after an airborne form of toxic black mold was discovered in the building.
Oakland County sheriff blasts ‘shameful’ bond decision after alleged domestic shooter released
Read full article: Oakland County sheriff blasts ‘shameful’ bond decision after alleged domestic shooter releasedA Pontiac mother fears for her life after her boyfriend allegedly shot at her while her child was in the car.
Rochester Hills man charged in sexual conduct case involving 15-year-old girl
Read full article: Rochester Hills man charged in sexual conduct case involving 15-year-old girlValor James Harrison, 22, of Rochester Hills, was arraigned on multiple felony charges, including criminal sexual conduct-third degree, and accosting a child for immoral purposes.
‘Bad business practices’: Pontiac vet hospital accused of retaliating against critics over bad reviews
Read full article: ‘Bad business practices’: Pontiac vet hospital accused of retaliating against critics over bad reviewsA Metro Detroit woman claims she was shocked after allegedly discovering her personal information had been posted publicly in response to an online review.
CEO in Oakland County hyperbaric chamber death accused of violating firearm bond condition
Read full article: CEO in Oakland County hyperbaric chamber death accused of violating firearm bond conditionThe CEO of an Oakland County health care center, where a 5-year-old boy died in a hyperbaric chamber explosion, is being accused of violating her bond condition that prohibits her from possessing weapons.
Joslyn, Brown roads intersection closure in Oakland County extended until at least Labor Day
Read full article: Joslyn, Brown roads intersection closure in Oakland County extended until at least Labor DayThe intersection of Brown Road and Joslyn Road at the Auburn Hills, Orion Township border is closed until at least Labor Day, the Road Commission for Oakland County said.
Identical twins, identical drive: Boman brothers set tone for Clarkston High School football season
Read full article: Identical twins, identical drive: Boman brothers set tone for Clarkston High School football seasonGreat players are often described as a “1-2 punch.” Numbers one and zero pack a punch on both sides of the ball for Clarkston High School.
Airborne black mold forces closure of Oakland County elementary school until further notice
Read full article: Airborne black mold forces closure of Oakland County elementary school until further noticeDelta Kelly Elementary School in Oakland Township was closed on Wednesday and will be closed until at least next Tuesday, Sept. 2, after an airborne form of toxic black mold was discovered in the building.
Man dies after being hit by truck in Pontiac’s fifth deadly pedestrian crash this year
Read full article: Man dies after being hit by truck in Pontiac’s fifth deadly pedestrian crash this yearA 77-year-old West Bloomfield man died after he was hit by a truck in Pontiac on Monday afternoon, marking the city’s fifth deadly crash involving a pedestrian this year.
Bloomfield Township mom turns bold idea into buzzing eyewear brand amid trade uncertainty
Read full article: Bloomfield Township mom turns bold idea into buzzing eyewear brand amid trade uncertaintyAs talks surrounding tariffs continue to ripple through international markets, local entrepreneurs are closely monitoring production costs, prices, and profit margins.
City of Farmington Hills’ longest-serving employee to retire after 48 years
Read full article: City of Farmington Hills’ longest-serving employee to retire after 48 yearsThe City of Farmington Hills’ longest-serving employee, Jim Cubera, is retiring at the end of the month, after 48 years of service.
Construction in Northville colliding with back-to-school rush
Read full article: Construction in Northville colliding with back-to-school rushNorthville Public Schools is warning parents about a major construction project that will coincide with the city’s first week of school. The project will transform the intersection connecting 7 Mile Road with Sheldon Road and Center Street into a single-lane roundabout.
Runaway 16-year-old girl missing for 2 weeks reunited with family in Oakland County
Read full article: Runaway 16-year-old girl missing for 2 weeks reunited with family in Oakland CountyA Pontiac teen has reunited with her family in Oakland County after running away from home two weeks ago, according to police.
Warren officer honors mother with ‘Operation Back to School’ supply drive to help families in need
Read full article: Warren officer honors mother with ‘Operation Back to School’ supply drive to help families in needAs kids prepare to head back to school, Warren police officer Bryce Moon is going beyond his daily duties to give back to the community in a deeply personal way.
DNA from lotion bottle helps ID man found in Oakland County lake
Read full article: DNA from lotion bottle helps ID man found in Oakland County lakeThe body of a man who was found in Pine Lake in Oakland County nearly a month ago has been positively identified by the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Forensic Laboratory analysts as 30-year-old Alfonce Capone Friday.
Surveillance cameras track movements of missing 22-year-old man after Oakland County festival
Read full article: Surveillance cameras track movements of missing 22-year-old man after Oakland County festivalPolice are seeking the public’s help in locating 22-year-old Jacob Angeles, who disappeared after attending the Michigan Renaissance Festival in Holly on Saturday.
Man arrested after assault at Planet Fitness, high-speed chase in West Bloomfield
Read full article: Man arrested after assault at Planet Fitness, high-speed chase in West BloomfieldVideo from a neighbor shows the moments West Bloomfield police arrested a man accused of attacking staff at a Planet Fitness and leading officers on a high-speed chase.
2 families of students killed in Oxford school shooting accept settlement offered by district
Read full article: 2 families of students killed in Oxford school shooting accept settlement offered by districtTwo of the families of students who were killed in the Oxford High School shooting have accepted settlements offered by the district.
Madison Heights launches largest Waste Management project in city history
Read full article: Madison Heights launches largest Waste Management project in city historyA new initiative to improve waste management across the city of Madison Heights is underway, with the distribution of new trash and recycling carts to over 10,000 homes.
Accidental 911 call by 4-year-old leads to police-themed birthday party in Farmington Hills
Read full article: Accidental 911 call by 4-year-old leads to police-themed birthday party in Farmington HillsPolice officers in Farmington Hills turned an accidental 911 call into a memorable birthday celebration for a local family.
Ford celebrates Mustang, Bronco legacy, electric future at Woodward Dream Cruise
Read full article: Ford celebrates Mustang, Bronco legacy, electric future at Woodward Dream CruiseAt the intersection of Woodward and 9 Mile Road, more than 700 Mustang owners showcased their vehicles in the company’s signature Mustang Alley display, drawing crowds eager to witness both classic models and cutting-edge designs.
Security guard kidnapped, 2 arrested after break-in at Hazel Park marijuana facility
Read full article: Security guard kidnapped, 2 arrested after break-in at Hazel Park marijuana facilityA security guard was kidnapped and tied up with duct tape during a break-in at a marijuana processing facility in Hazel Park, leading to two people being arrested and at least four others still at large.
Michigan lawsuit claims 10-year-old girl was sexually exploited on Roblox app
Read full article: Michigan lawsuit claims 10-year-old girl was sexually exploited on Roblox appThe complaint, filed on behalf of an Oakland County mother on Thursday and her minor daughter, alleges Roblox is accountable for creating a breeding ground for predators and enabling the sexual exploitation of a 10-year-old girl, identified as Jane Doe.
Oakland County mother sues Roblox after 10-year-old daughter allegedly exploited on platform
Read full article: Oakland County mother sues Roblox after 10-year-old daughter allegedly exploited on platformThe complaint, filed on behalf of an Oakland County mother on Thursday and her minor daughter, alleges Roblox is accountable for creating a breeding ground for predators and enabling the sexual exploitation of a 10-year-old girl, identified as Jane Doe.
Families of children with disabilities lose critical resource as Beverly Hills respite home closes
Read full article: Families of children with disabilities lose critical resource as Beverly Hills respite home closesHuman service agency Judson Center has made the difficult decision to close its Lahser Children’s Respite Home in Beverly Hills.
Oakland County police agencies deploy new high-tech cameras for Woodward Dream Cruise
Read full article: Oakland County police agencies deploy new high-tech cameras for Woodward Dream CruiseLaw enforcement agencies across Oakland County are deploying new high-tech cameras to enhance security at the 30th annual Woodward Dream Cruise—expected to draw more than one million visitors this weekend.
2 arrested, 1 escapes after car stolen from Oakland County dealership, police say
Read full article: 2 arrested, 1 escapes after car stolen from Oakland County dealership, police sayTwo men were arrested, and police are searching for a third person after a car was stolen from a dealership in Oakland County.
Oakland County Sheriff’s Office disputes Stellantis’ claim of stolen mechanical bull
Read full article: Oakland County Sheriff’s Office disputes Stellantis’ claim of stolen mechanical bull“I find this to be very frustrating and a tremendous waste of valuable investigative time,” Bouchard said. “Now, we’re pivoting to see if a crime was committed by the filing of a false police report.”
Proposed bill aims to address school transfer issues in Michigan following child abandonment case
Read full article: Proposed bill aims to address school transfer issues in Michigan following child abandonment caseTestimonies were heard at the Michigan Senate Education Committee on Wednesday that focused on a proposed bill aimed to ensure students are followed through the process of transferring schools.