The Metro: Why Oakland County punted on ethics reforms
In Oakland County, local leaders have gotten more attention in recent months. That’s because reports have shown potential conflicts of...
The Metro: Why Oakland County punted on ethics reforms
In Oakland County, local leaders have gotten more attention in recent months. That’s because reports have shown potential conflicts of...
The Metro: Measles case confirmed in Oakland County
A child has been diagnosed with measles in Oakland County. DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital in Commerce Township has been identified as...
The Metro: Investigation finds potential conflicts of interest in Oakland County contracts
Controversy among local leaders in Oakland County is brewing. A Detroit Free Press investigation uncovered gaps in the county's laws...
2025 Municipal Election Results: Oakland County
In Oakland County, we're tracking key mayoral races, as well as a proposal for a Novi school bond and a Troy...
The Metro: Oakland County’s new approach to increase vaccinations
It’s flu season, and that means public health departments are promoting vaccinations. Over the past few years, local vaccination rates...
The Metro: Why an Oakland County official believes empathy can help prevent death from overdose
A few years out of the pandemic, overdose deaths continue to drop. A new report found that overdose deaths declined...
The Metro: With $156 million solar program axed, what’s Michigan’s path forward?
Last week, the lights went dim on a renewable energy program with big promise for the planet and your pocketbook. ...
Prosecutor in Oxford mass shooting trial launches bid for Michigan AG
The prosecutor who won convictions in the Oxford High School shooting trials wants to extend that work to all of...
Tornado Warning issued briefly for parts of Macomb, Oakland counties; flash flooding possible
The National Weather Service briefly issued a Tornado Warning just after 1 p.m. on Wednesday for parts of Macomb and...
The Metro: New ‘micro-forest’ takes root in Rochester
In Rochester, a dense grove of 300 native trees and shrubs is taking root behind City Hall planted by volunteers, city...
Metro Detroit election results: Voters approve school bonds in Ferndale, Redford
Voters across metro Detroit made key decisions on school funding, local government changes, and city leadership in the May 6...
Michigan special elections: What metro Detroiters should know before May 6
Communities across Michigan — including several in metro Detroit — will be holding special elections on Tuesday, May 6, for...