Road worker killed in Oakland County: What witnesses said, crash report, police findings
Read full article: Road worker killed in Oakland County: What witnesses said, crash report, police findingsA recently obtained police report of the deadly crash involving a Road Commission of Oakland County worker revealed initial crash findings and witness statements to police.
Oakland County man pleads no contest to beating, choking 9-year-old son
Read full article: Oakland County man pleads no contest to beating, choking 9-year-old sonThe man accused of beating and choking his 9-year-old son in Pontiac, because the boy fell asleep on the couch, pleaded no contest to his charges.

Pontiac family grieves after father is found shot to death; stepson charged with murder
Read full article: Pontiac family grieves after father is found shot to death; stepson charged with murderA Pontiac family is grieving after their loved one was found shot and killed inside his car this past weekend.
Oakland University campus heating outage affects 21 buildings ahead of final exams
Read full article: Oakland University campus heating outage affects 21 buildings ahead of final examsOakland University canceled classes last week to repair a high-temperature hot water pipe system, but a new leak discovered during repairs has left 21 campus buildings without heat as students prepare for finals.
Key safety item found in ‘junk drawer’ after Troy hyperbaric chamber death, officer testifies
Read full article: Key safety item found in ‘junk drawer’ after Troy hyperbaric chamber death, officer testifiesThe lead officer testified about responding to the "chaotic" scene and finding a crucial safety item for operating hyperbaric chambers, unused and in a "junk drawer" at the Oxford Center, after a 5-year-old boy died.
‘Cameras will be on you now’: 3 victims address doctor who secretly recorded patients
Read full article: ‘Cameras will be on you now’: 3 victims address doctor who secretly recorded patients“The social butterfly had its wings ripped off,” she said. “I was not living. I was not dead. I was in a progressive purgatory.”
Sterling Heights looks to protect residents with new ordinance to crack down on cryptocurrency scams
Read full article: Sterling Heights looks to protect residents with new ordinance to crack down on cryptocurrency scamsThe city of Sterling Heights is taking action against rising cryptocurrency scams with a new ordinance introduced by the city council on Tuesday night.
‘A journey and a battle’: Southfield elementary school principal turns cancer journey into teaching moment
Read full article: ‘A journey and a battle’: Southfield elementary school principal turns cancer journey into teaching momentAt Southfield‘s Stevenson Elementary this year, Principal Tonya Hickman’s personal health battle became an unexpected, and powerful, classroom in its own right.
Secret recordings, assaults lead to long prison term for ‘sadistic’ Oakland County doctor
Read full article: Secret recordings, assaults lead to long prison term for ‘sadistic’ Oakland County doctor"You are a predator, you are a narcissist, you are a sadist," the judge said before sentencing.
Oakland County mom accused of abandoning 3 kids pleads no contest to welfare fraud charges
Read full article: Oakland County mom accused of abandoning 3 kids pleads no contest to welfare fraud chargesThe Oakland County mom accused of abandoning her three children for years has pleaded no contest to welfare fraud, officials said.
4 charged in boy’s death in Oakland County hyperbaric chamber explosion to return to court
Read full article: 4 charged in boy’s death in Oakland County hyperbaric chamber explosion to return to courtThe four people charged in the death of a 5-year-old boy who was killed in a hyperbaric chamber explosion at a health care facility in Oakland County will return to court Monday.
List of snowfall totals in SE Michigan by county following overnight winter storm
Read full article: List of snowfall totals in SE Michigan by county following overnight winter stormFollowing the overnight snowstorm Saturday evening into Sunday morning, Metro Detroit saw between 3 and 6 inches of snowfall.
‘Definitely best time to get deals’: Black Friday shopping season expected to shatter records
Read full article: ‘Definitely best time to get deals’: Black Friday shopping season expected to shatter recordsThis year’s Black Friday shopping season is shaping up to shatter records, with nearly 187 million Americans expected to shop between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday.
Domestic dispute suspected in Rochester Hills shooting that left man in critical condition
Read full article: Domestic dispute suspected in Rochester Hills shooting that left man in critical conditionA possible domestic dispute was suspected following a Rochester Hills shooting that left a Detroit man critically injured.
West Bloomfield Township man charged with 9 felonies after firing into an occupied home, police say
Read full article: West Bloomfield Township man charged with 9 felonies after firing into an occupied home, police sayA West Bloomfield Township man has been charged with nine felonies after police said he fired into an occupied home.
Sibling accused of carrying out punishments to malnourished Pontiac boys arrested
Read full article: Sibling accused of carrying out punishments to malnourished Pontiac boys arrestedCarlos Jovan Bazan-Hernandez, 24, was taken into custody and is expected to be arraigned on Friday on two counts each of first-degree child abuse and child torture charges.
Through tears, father forgives driver in Oakland County work-zone crash that killed his ‘best friend’
Read full article: Through tears, father forgives driver in Oakland County work-zone crash that killed his ‘best friend’The father of an Oakland County road worker killed in a July construction-zone crash says he is choosing forgiveness, even as he just begins to grieve the son he calls his “very best friend.”
Pontiac school district explains how 2 severely malnourished boys were unenrolled from school
Read full article: Pontiac school district explains how 2 severely malnourished boys were unenrolled from schoolThe two boys who were found severely malnourished in Pontiac were unenrolled from school months before their parents were charged with child abuse and torture.
9-year-old went to hospital weighing 33 pounds. Now Oakland County parents, brother face charges
Read full article: 9-year-old went to hospital weighing 33 pounds. Now Oakland County parents, brother face chargesA 9-year-old boy showed up to an Oakland County hospital weighing 33 pounds, and now his parents and their oldest son are facing charges.
Man faces charges for allegedly photographing 9-year-old girl in Oakland County store bathroom
Read full article: Man faces charges for allegedly photographing 9-year-old girl in Oakland County store bathroomSouthfield Police say they have arrested a 45-year-old Detroit man accused of photographing a 9-year-old girl in a retail store restroom last month.
Police, FBI identify, arrest 34-year-old man after making threats to ‘shoot up’ GOP headquarters
Read full article: Police, FBI identify, arrest 34-year-old man after making threats to ‘shoot up’ GOP headquartersA Waterford man has been charged after making threats against the Oakland County GOP and the Michigan GOP Youth Chair, Krish Mathrani.
Detroit man accused of taking photos of 9-year-old girl in restroom stall at Oakland County store
Read full article: Detroit man accused of taking photos of 9-year-old girl in restroom stall at Oakland County storeA man has been arrested and charged after a girl saw a hand holding a cellphone while she was inside a restroom stall at a store in Oakland County last month, police said.
Oakland County parents accused of starving sons, only feeding them ‘sporadic meals of rice’
Read full article: Oakland County parents accused of starving sons, only feeding them ‘sporadic meals of rice’A Pontiac couple was arrested and charged with allegedly starving and torturing their young children.
Man in mental health crisis fires shots, tries to kick in door of Oakland County neighbor’s home
Read full article: Man in mental health crisis fires shots, tries to kick in door of Oakland County neighbor’s homeA quiet Monday morning in West Bloomfield Township descended into chaos as a man, wearing a tactical vest and brandishing a gun, attempted to kick in the door to his neighbor’s home.
Oakland County man accused of breaking neighbor’s window, firing gun into their home
Read full article: Oakland County man accused of breaking neighbor’s window, firing gun into their homeFirst responders reportedly found the man behaving erratically in the yard and used a taser to subdue him when he resisted officers.
Woman faces federal charges after reportedly buying gun used in Oakland County murder-suicide
Read full article: Woman faces federal charges after reportedly buying gun used in Oakland County murder-suicideAuthorities believe she knew he was prohibited from possessing firearms and accepted cash and, reportedly, marijuana in exchange for buying the rifle for him.
Detroit Zoo’s annual ‘Wild Lights’ holiday event kicks off today
Read full article: Detroit Zoo’s annual ‘Wild Lights’ holiday event kicks off todayThe Detroit Zoo is once again lighting up the holiday season with its popular 'Wild Lights' event, offering visitors a festive experience filled with millions of colorful LED lights and holiday cheer.
Oakland County restaurant manager murder: What we know about shooting, man arrested
Read full article: Oakland County restaurant manager murder: What we know about shooting, man arrestedThe manager of an Oakland County restaurant was murdered this week, and since then, we’ve learned more about the shooting and the man who was arrested.
Novi police seek missing 32-year-old woman with mental, physical health conditions
Read full article: Novi police seek missing 32-year-old woman with mental, physical health conditionsAnyone who has seen Courtney Lee Chism or knows of her whereabouts is asked to contact the Novi Police Department at 248-348-7100.
Prosecutor offers guidance to Oakland County schools on how to handle ICE activity
Read full article: Prosecutor offers guidance to Oakland County schools on how to handle ICE activityThe Oakland County prosecutor offered guidance to schools on how to handle Immigration enforcement activities at school.
Pontiac man was killed in 1998 shooting. Now, suspect faces charges 27 years later
Read full article: Pontiac man was killed in 1998 shooting. Now, suspect faces charges 27 years laterAn Oakland County man was shot to death at his home in 1998, and no suspect was ever identified. Now, more than 27 years later, a man has been charged in connection with his death.
Oakland County man arrested after driving over 100 mph, trying to hide gun, police say
Read full article: Oakland County man arrested after driving over 100 mph, trying to hide gun, police sayA 19-year-old from Farmington Hills was arrested on Thursday after police said he was driving over 100 miles per hour and trying to hide a firearm.
Oakland County woman charged in construction zone crash that killed road worker
Read full article: Oakland County woman charged in construction zone crash that killed road workerCedric Jones, a 43-year-old father of six, died at the scene. Two other road workers were transported to a hospital with serious injuries.
Oakland County school district put into shelter-in-place after ICE agents search area
Read full article: Oakland County school district put into shelter-in-place after ICE agents search areaSome schools in northern Oakland County were under a shelter-in-place order after ICE agents were in the area Wednesday morning.
‘Take what you need, give what you can’: Hazel Park pop-up pantry brings neighbors together
Read full article: ‘Take what you need, give what you can’: Hazel Park pop-up pantry brings neighbors togetherLined with canned goods, pasta, fresh produce, and bare essentials, a small pop-up food pantry in Hazel Park is quietly helping neighbors get by, and restoring a sense of community in the process.
Most dangerous intersections in Oakland County -- here’s the new top 10
Read full article: Most dangerous intersections in Oakland County -- here’s the new top 10Officials have revealed the 10 most dangerous intersections in Oakland County and how many crashes, injuries and deaths happened at each last year.
Westbound I-696 traffic shifts to eastbound lanes in Oakland County
Read full article: Westbound I-696 traffic shifts to eastbound lanes in Oakland CountyA major transformation of I-696 in Oakland County begins this weekend as crews shut down all westbound lanes between I-75 and Telegraph Road, with impacts expected to last through fall 2026.
Family describes Ferndale mom as ‘rotten’ and ‘pure evil’ after special needs girl’s death
Read full article: Family describes Ferndale mom as ‘rotten’ and ‘pure evil’ after special needs girl’s deathThe family of a 14-year-old special needs girl whose mother is now charged with murder and child abuse calls the woman they once trusted to care for the teen “rotten” and “pure evil.”
Crews to close ramps on WB I-696 before major traffic shift -- what drivers need to know
Read full article: Crews to close ramps on WB I-696 before major traffic shift -- what drivers need to knowCrews will soon be shifting traffic from westbound I-696 to the newly rebuilt eastbound side of I-696 as construction continues.
2 firefighters hurt while battling fire at unoccupied Southfield house, officials say
Read full article: 2 firefighters hurt while battling fire at unoccupied Southfield house, officials sayTwo firefighters suffered minor injuries while battling a fire at an unoccupied home in Southfield early Thursday morning.
Missing Oakland County teen found in 51-year-old man’s Newaygo County home
Read full article: Missing Oakland County teen found in 51-year-old man’s Newaygo County homeA missing teen from Oakland County was found in Newaygo County, and a 51-year-old man is facing charges in connection with her disappearance, including harboring a runaway and manufacturing child pornography.
Federal raid allegedly uncovers undocumented workers at Metro Detroit steakhouses
Read full article: Federal raid allegedly uncovers undocumented workers at Metro Detroit steakhousesThe FBI is investigating the owner of three Kyoto Japanese Steakhouse restaurants, alleging he housed at least a dozen undocumented immigrants in “substandard” living conditions and had them transported to and from his restaurants to work illegally.
Inkster man facing felony charges for allegedly using counterfeit money to buy pizza
Read full article: Inkster man facing felony charges for allegedly using counterfeit money to buy pizzaAn Inkster man is facing felony charges for allegedly using counterfeit $100 bills to pay for pizzas at restaurants in Milford and Highland Township.
Oakland County mom arrested after 3 children found living in ‘horrifying conditions’
Read full article: Oakland County mom arrested after 3 children found living in ‘horrifying conditions’According to authorities, the three young children were left unattended in an apartment littered with rotten food and human and animal waste.
University of Michigan engineers testing traffic system for faster commute -- Here’s how it works
Read full article: University of Michigan engineers testing traffic system for faster commute -- Here’s how it worksEngineers at the University of Michigan are working on a new timing system that would reduce the number of times you get stopped at intersections.
Michigan nonprofit recognizes Oakland County downtown with ’Best Public Space Project’ award
Read full article: Michigan nonprofit recognizes Oakland County downtown with ’Best Public Space Project’ awardAn Oakland County community is receiving recognition for its downtown public square, which opened over the summer.
Rochester school board trustee censured after writing op-ed on county tax proposal
Read full article: Rochester school board trustee censured after writing op-ed on county tax proposalA Rochester school board trustee was censured Monday night after publishing an op-ed about a proposed Oakland County millage that was being discussed behind closed doors and out of the public eye.
Video shows moment suspected drunk driver crashes into Ulta Beauty during police chase in Royal Oak
Read full article: Video shows moment suspected drunk driver crashes into Ulta Beauty during police chase in Royal OakRoyal Oak police released video of a suspected drunk driver plowing through an Ulta Beauty on Sunday following a chase.
A big ‘shift’ is coming to I-696 in Oakland County -- Here’s what drivers need to know
Read full article: A big ‘shift’ is coming to I-696 in Oakland County -- Here’s what drivers need to knowThe construction on I-696 in Oakland County is on track, according to MDOT. However, a new phase will affect the exit and entrance ramps along westbound I-696.
Rochester Hills student got into Jeep after school, hasn’t been seen since, police say
Read full article: Rochester Hills student got into Jeep after school, hasn’t been seen since, police sayThe Oakland County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help finding a 17-year-old girl who went missing on Friday.
Madison Heights police seek missing 76-year-old woman last seen in Detroit
Read full article: Madison Heights police seek missing 76-year-old woman last seen in DetroitAnyone who has seen Juanita Clowney or knows of her whereabouts is asked to contact the Madison Heights Police Department at 248-585-2100.
2 hidden guns found after police stop driver speeding 107 mph in Royal Oak
Read full article: 2 hidden guns found after police stop driver speeding 107 mph in Royal OakA 40-year-old Roseville man was arrested after being caught speeding 107 mph in a 70 mph zone on I-75 near 11 Mile Road in Royal Oak.
Novi insurance agent charged with embezzling more than $400K from municipal clients
Read full article: Novi insurance agent charged with embezzling more than $400K from municipal clientsRobert Joseph Bucko, 70, of Novi, was arraigned on Oct. 31 in the Oakland County 52-1 District Court for allegedly forging letters from his insurance clients to embezzle funds.
New Auburn Hills councilman had dream to be elected. Tragically, he died just after polls closed
Read full article: New Auburn Hills councilman had dream to be elected. Tragically, he died just after polls closedA man who had a lifelong dream of becoming an Auburn Hills City Council member got elected this week, but tragically, he died just after the polls closed.
Family demands murder charge after teen shot, killed during Oakland County garage break-in
Read full article: Family demands murder charge after teen shot, killed during Oakland County garage break-inA Pontiac teen was killed during an alleged garage break-in in White Lake Township, and the homeowner accused of shooting him has been charged with manslaughter. But the teen's family wants the homeowner charged with murder.
Free carbon monoxide detectors available at Southfield giveaway event
Read full article: Free carbon monoxide detectors available at Southfield giveaway eventGoodman Acker, a Michigan personal injury law firm, is partnering with the Southfield Fire Department to give away 500 carbon monoxide detectors to local families.
Homeowner, suspects facing charges after teen killed in alleged Oakland County garage break-in
Read full article: Homeowner, suspects facing charges after teen killed in alleged Oakland County garage break-inCharges have been filed against an Oakland County homeowner who shot at a group of people allegedly breaking into his garage, killing one teen and injuring another. A 21-year-old and four minors also face charges in the break-in, officials said.
Witnesses describe chaos as car plows through Bloomfield Township restaurant during lunch rush
Read full article: Witnesses describe chaos as car plows through Bloomfield Township restaurant during lunch rushBloomfield Township police are investigating after a car tore through a crowded restaurant Thursday afternoon, hospitalizing several people.
6th arrest made in Halloween terror plot targeting Dearborn; FBI says suspect provided support to ISIS
Read full article: 6th arrest made in Halloween terror plot targeting Dearborn; FBI says suspect provided support to ISISFBI Director Kash Patel said a sixth person has been arrested in connection with the Halloween terror plot in Dearborn and Inkster.
Farmington Public Schools closed Friday due to fiber line damage following car crash
Read full article: Farmington Public Schools closed Friday due to fiber line damage following car crashFarmington Public Schools announced the district will be closed on Friday, Nov. 7, due to unexpected fiber line damage caused by a nearby car crash.
Man arrested in series of Waterford Township–Pontiac home invasions after operation ‘Kicked-In’
Read full article: Man arrested in series of Waterford Township–Pontiac home invasions after operation ‘Kicked-In’Prentice Montrell Slaton, who was involved in a series of Waterford Township-Pontiac home invasions, has been arrested following operation “Kicked-In.”