Fire crews are battling the aftermath of an explosion on the General Motors (GM) Proving Ground in Milford Tuesday morning.

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Fire crews are battling the aftermath of an explosion on the General Motors (GM) Proving Ground in Milford Tuesday morning.

Happy Halloween! Various towns and cities in Metro Detroit released suggested times residents can go out trick-or-treating.

Here’s where you’ll find the Nov. 5, 2024, General Election results for Milford, Michigan.

The investigation into the arrest scam began when the co-conspirator posed as someone working in the “IRS Fraud Department” and unwittingly sent a text to a cell phone number assigned to a federal agent.

Eastbound and westbound I-96 between Milford and Wixom roads are back open after a downed power line was replaced.

One method of making electricity cleanly to address climate change has been quietly advancing and just hit a milestone.

A dozen more Rite Aid stores are slated to close in Michigan as part of ongoing closures announced back in 2021.

There was a possible alligator sighting in Kent Lake at Kensington Metropark in Milford Township.

The scam reportedly attempted to obtain $60,000 from a Kent County resident in order to avoid arrest and prosecution.

A lottery club in Oakland County won $1 million playing Mega Millions.

You might know the Milford Proving Ground as a place one of us tried to sneak into through questionably legal means as an unruly teenager 20-something years ago. Allegedly.

Multiple upcoming closures and lane shifts are planned for I-96 in Oakland County, starting this weekend.

Multiple upcoming closures and lane shifts are planned for I-96 in Oakland County, starting this weekend.

Several smaller communities across Michigan, including in Metro Detroit, are receiving grants from the state to improve some of their roadways.

There are plans to create a non-motorized trail to connect all of the 13 Huron-Clinton Metroparks and they’re looking for the public to give their input.

They can also make anything to fit any dietary needs with a twist on traditional

Different options to enhance the flavor of your food

Jon Schwartz said he gets inspired by summer because it’s when you get leafy greens and tender veggies, and it’s a time of year with abundance.

On Friday, first responders from across Metro Detroit got some special training that will pay dividends in the future.

Abandoned alligators are being found more often in Michigan.

New revelations occurred Wednesday about the release of a toxic chemical into the Huron River system late last month.

Demonstrators gathered in Milford on Wednesday in response to a cancer-causing chemical being released into the Huron River system by Tribar Manufacturing in Wixom.

A Metro Detroit credit union, the FBI, and four local police agencies are looking for some crafty thieves. The thieves are attacking automatic teller machines all across the area with brute force and quick timing.

A 6-year-old Detroit girl was pronounced dead shortly after being pulled from the water at Kensington Metropark in Milford Township on Monday.

A boutique in Milford is mixing up the shopping experience.

There’s nothing quite like the bond between a mother and her child, and a Metro Detroit photographer is showcasing that special connection with her stunning photographs.

A Milford woman died Wednesday after she failed to stop her car at a railroad crossing and collided with a train, police said.

Four family-friendly events that are perfect for the snow-covered weekend.

Take a walk down memory lane at Timeless Treasures

Investigators are hoping advancements in technology can help them solve a murder from 40 years ago.

LANSING, Mich. – An Oakland County woman is exhaling after winning $4 million playing the Michigan Lottery’s $150 Million CA$H Explosion instant game. The lucky player, who chose to remain anonymous, bought her winning ticket at the Sherwood Liquor Shoppe, located at 1330 East Commerce Street in Milford. Players have won more than $73 million playing $150 Million CA$H Explosion, which launched in August. More than $100 million in prizes remain, including two $4 million top-prizes, 19 $10,000 prizes, and 820 $2,000 prizes. In 2019, Lottery players won more than $1.2 billion playing instant games.

The Bolt Electric Utility Vehicle will go on sale early this summer as a 2022 model. About 2.5 million electric vehicles were sold worldwide last year. Fully electric vehicles accounted for less than 2% of U.S. new vehicle sales last year, and Americans continue to spend record amounts on larger gas-powered trucks and SUVs. IHS Markit analyst Stephanie Brinley said the new SUV is another step toward wider adoption of fully electric vehicles, but it will take many more. The credit is phased out after manufacturers hit 200,000 in electric vehicle sales, and GM and Tesla have both passed that level.

MILFORD, Mich. – A trailer purchased for a nonprofit in support of adults with special needs has been stolen. For two years, the group saved up more than $8,000 and bought the trailer last month for their firewood selling business. But with their new trailer stolen, Hall has put up their tent rental assets for sale to raise money. “We need the trailer more than we need the tents,” he said. Their tent business was impacted last year because of COVID-19.

Details of the secret group chat held by some of the suspects in the alleged domestic terrorism plot to kidnap and kill Gov. Local 4 Defenders saw the group’s conversation in which one member alerted them that police questioned a former roommate of his in Milford. All defendants on the group chat are from Metro Detroit. Fox reportedly wasn’t told that members believed the suspected domestic terrorist plot had gotten out. Many of the suspects in the alleged domestic terrorism plot to kidnap and kill Gov.

The Huron Valley Schools district is shifting to remote learning for at least a week after Oakland County’s coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak risk level was increased last week. A level E risk determination means that there are 150 or greater cases per million with a 20 or greater percent positivity rate. There are school districts in the state and country that are operating in counties with a level E risk determination. Huron Valley Schools will be moved to full remote learning for at least the week of November 2nd. The state’s new risk level appears to be largely due to an increased infection rate and rapid increase of daily new COVID-19 cases.

The 2020 General Election will be held on November 3. (Note: Due to an increase in mail-in voting, clerks are expecting delayed results, up to multiple days. Live results: Michigan General Election Results for Nov. 3, 2020 Find Race ResultsFind more election results and news on the Decision 2020 page. 🌟 Become an Insider 🌟Introducing WDIV Insider: A new way for loyal Local 4 fans to gain access and customize your ClickOnDetroit news experience. Learn more about WDIV Insider - and sign up here!

MILFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Police are seeking a driver accused of striking and injuring a 60-year-old bicyclist and then fleeing the scene on Friday afternoon in Milford Township. According to authorities, at about 7:40 p.m. a 60-year-old man riding a bicycle was struck by a vehicle in the area of East Buno and Child’s Lake roads. The man sustained significant, but not life-threatening, injuries and was taken to the hospital, officials said. The driver reportedly fled the scene following the collision. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has additional information can contact the Milford Police Department at 248-684-1815.

MILFORD, Mich. – An individual was air lifted to a hospital Thursday afternoon following a traumatic medical emergency involving a tree chipper machine in Milford, according to officials. The Milford Fire Department says at about 12:12 p.m. the individual was injured by a wood chipper machine in the area of Milford and Rowe roads. Authorities say the injured individual was immediately assisted by co-workers who then called 9-1-1. Medics arrived and tended to the individual, who was then air lifted to William Beaumont Hospital due to the nature of their injuries, officials said. The condition of the injured individual has not been shared.

MILFORD, Mich. A friendship, a death and a promise to help others -- the KDB Melanoma Run is more than just a 5k run. Her best friend, Tricia Edwards, said she felt helpless when Bowers was diagnosed with melanoma. She decided to find a way to educate more people about melanoma, so she created the KDB Melanoma Walk. The Cananaughs and their support team show up every year for the KDB Melanoma Run and have raised more than six figures. Due to COVID-19, races like this cant occur, so this year, the KDB Melanoma Run is going virtual.

MILFORD, Mich. Kensington Metroparks Splash n Blast closed temporarily Sunday after an employee tested positive for the coronavirus. The test result of the seasonal employee working at the Kensington water facility was received Monday. Thats why we temporarily closed the Kensington splash pad to do a further deep cleaning and make this public notification as an added precaution on top of local, state and federal guidance. The employee was tested on Saturday, July 25 after a friend tested positive. All Metroparks employees who worked in close contact (six individuals) were notified immediately and instructed to self-quarantine for 14 days.

Do you live in one of America’s safest cities? SafeWise released their annual list of the 100 safest cities in the U.S. this month, and Michigan accounted for six of the safest communities. New Jersey dominates the list for the second consecutive year with 25% of the safest cities in the country—but only one (Bergenfield) made it into the top five. We also standardized violent and property crime for each state before weighting.”Where Michigan cities ranked on top 100 list:No. 97: Oxford TownshipYou can check out SafeWise’s list of the 20 safest cities in Michigan here.

MILFORD, Mich. Students at Michigan Rock School learn music, community friendship and self-confidence. When the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic hit and students couldnt be in class together their teachers made sure they didnt feel isolated. During a normal year, the young musicians practice together, play together and perform together every four months. Proceeds from the album support the Center for Disaster Philanthropy COVID-19 Response Fund, and the Milford Skatepark Project. Click here to learn more about Michigan Rock School.

DETROIT – Buckfire Law Firm announced Tuesday two class-action lawsuits filed against Edenville and Sanford dam owners and the state of Michigan following the devastating flood emergency in central Michigan last month. Nearly 11,000 mid-Michigan residents evacuated their homes on May 20 after multiple dams were breached, causing a massive flooding emergency in the region. Tuesday’s lawsuits are part of a series of filings against the dam owners and state for allegedly neglecting to ensure the dams operated in accordance with federal guidelines. The dam owners have previously received multiple citations from federal regulators for failure to meet safety guidelines over the last decade. MORE: Residents want answers in Edenville Dam failure that led to devastating floodsBuckfire Law is representing 19 mid-Michigan residents in the federal class-action lawsuit against dam owners Boyce Hydro and its manager Lee Mueller.

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The parts of Oakland County affected by a second severe thunderstorm warning on July 29, 2019. (Mapbox | OpenStreetMap)HOLLY, Mich. - A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued in Oakland County until 3:45 p.m. Monday. A severe thunderstorm was located near Milford at 2:44 p.m. Monday. RELATED: Flood and thunderstorm warnings issued for Livingston CountyThe storms could bring a threat of wind gusts up to 60 mph and penny-sized hail, officials said. A previous warning expired at 2:15 p.m. Monday.

Alligator caught in Milford on July 18, 2019. MILFORD, Mich. - Believe it or not an alligator was caught in Milford Thursday. Alligator caught in Milford on July 18, 2019. Alligator caught in Milford on July 18, 2019. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

Job TitleLandscape crewCompany NameMilford GardensLocation1666 S. Milford Rd., Milford, Mich.Job TypeHourly, full and part timeJob SummaryWorking outdoors in many different areas and doing all things involving landscaping. Willing to do some training. Responsibilities and DutiesProviding assistance in all areas of landscaping. Qualifications and SkillsPrefer some experience. How to applySend resume to hugatree1666@aol.com