Residents reject tax hikes in Berkley, Royal Oak Twp.

Detnews.com - Metro/State - Wed Nov 04

<p> Voters in Oakland County defeated ballot measures Tuesday that included a new tax to build a new community center in Berkley, a proposal to stop new liquor licenses in Royal Oak and another tax hike for services in Royal Oak Township, the county's most-taxed community.</p>

Winter road care hits bumps

Detroit News - Tue Nov 03

Drivers in Oakland County can expect to see longer clean up times following winter storms because of a double-digit cutback in maintenance staffing.

Judge rips state for bedridden mom's death

La Prensa - Lorain/Cleveland Edition - Tue Nov 03

Oakland County Circuit Judge Nanci Grant on Tuesday expressed frustration and shock that Department of Human Services workers had four separate contacts with Stephanie Cooper about the condition of her mother, Agnes.

Professional misconduct charges reinstated against Gorcyca

Detroit Free Press - Mon Nov 02

The Attorney Discipline Board has reinstated professional misconduct charges against former Oakland County Prosecutor David Gorcyca.

Holly business owners, DDA director take home hardware at Oakland County reception

The Fenton Press - Mon Nov 02

Holly Downtown Development Authority Director Suzanne Perreault and the owners of the Holly Candle Shoppe took home some hardware from Main Street Oakland County's Main Event awards ceremony on Oct.

US troops to get Halloween candy from Michigan

WLUC-TV Negaunee - Mon Nov 02

Some leftover Halloween candy is expected to make its way to U.S. troops serving overseas.

Macomb County weighs switch to strong executive

Detroit Free Press - Sun Nov 01

The future of Macomb County government and its role region-wide could change Tuesday when voters decide whether to create an elected executive office to control finances, lobby state and local leaders and lure jobs to the area.

Communities accuse Blue Cross of hiding $40 million in fees

Detroit News - Sun Nov 01

A dozen Michigan communities say they were overcharged $40 million in hidden fees by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and are demanding that money back.

Project Warmth is heating up

HomeTownLife.com - Sun Nov 01

The Birmingham Area Seniors Coordinating Council and Center will launch its annual Project Warmth Friday, Nov.

Teen to cops: My mom grows pot

Detroit Free Press - Sat Oct 31

A six-foot-tall marijuana plant growing in the family living room was too much for a 19-year-old Rochester Hills woman, who called police to report her mother, the Oakland County Sheriff's Department said today.