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Abandoned Wyndham Gardens Hotel in Sterling Heights Before Demolition
The once-popular Wyndham Garden Hotel in Sterling Heights was the go-to place for visitors and residents for 60 years. The hotel, which featured a restaurant and an indoor water park, closed for good in 2020. The hotel on Van Dyke Avenue in Sterling Heights was built in 1960. It was...
Mother, Boyfriend Charged After 6-Year-Old Was Allegedly ‘Confined, Beaten’ Before Death: Prosecutor
A Michigan mother and her boyfriend are accused of repeatedly abusing her 6-year-old son, ultimately leading to his death, authorities allege. Elaina Rose Jennings, 25, and Daniel John Giacchina, 32, both of Madison Heights, Mich., have been charged with first-degree murder and child abuse in connection with the July death of 6-year-old Giovanni “Chulo” Jennings, Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald announced at a press conference on Friday, Aug. 9.
Ms. Senior Michigan 2024 finalist still surviving and thriving
Written by Tanya Terry, with photo provided by Deneatta Hunter,. Deneatta Hunter, 62, of Southfield, was a finalist in the Ms. Senior Michigan 2024, her first ever pageant – and she has an extraordinary story!. “My strengths are just being able to push forward and trusting in God to...
Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve reopens after renovations completed
Southfield recently celebrated a reopening of the Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve after renovations were completed. Improvements at the preserve at 27225 W. 10 Mile Road include:. – The addition of 25 new parking spaces for a total of 71, including three accessible spaces and parking for two school buses. –...
Two Michigan Spots Named ‘Best Gas Station’ Restaurants In U.S.
When you think of gas station food in Michigan, you may think of favorites like hot dogs, pizza, and plenty of snacks. But if you're looking for the best gas station food that isn't the average choice, two spots in Michigan are now the best gas station restaurants in the nation.
Women's Soccer Prepares for Season Opener Against Eastern Michigan
ROCHESTER, Mich. - The Golden Grizzlies Women's Soccer Team prepares for their 2024 season opener as they head to Ypsilanti, Mich. to take on the Eastern Michigan University Eagles. Oakland is 7-4-2 all-time against the Eagles, including a 1-0 victory in August of 2023. In the game Oakland's Anuhea Aluli...
Action Taken Against Oakland County Motorcycle Dealer
Lansing, MI - On May 29, the Michigan Department of State (MDOS) suspended the license of CK Investments LLC, doing business as Ducati of Detroit, for imminent harm to the public. The motorcycle dealership is owned by Charles Knoll and located at 33828 Woodward Ave. in Birmingham. . Ducati was summarily...
Community mourns drowning of elderly boater on Sylvan Lake
SYLVAN LAKE, Mich. (FOX 2) - Loved ones are mourning the drowning of an 84-year-old man on Sylvan Lake. "Beautiful couple Lou and Roxanne. They were taking walks and I would see them and they would say hello," said Wanda Szumera. Louis Petro drowned Friday evening as he was out...
2 Of The Best Gas Station Restaurants in U.S. Are Right Here In Michigan
In a country where gas stations are typically synonymous with quick, no-frills convenience food, a trend is emerging that’s redefining roadside dining. Instead of settling for the usual pre-packaged snacks and fast food, travelers find that some gas stations offer gourmet experiences that rival traditional restaurants. These hidden culinary...
New Baltimore to unveil new mural downtown
A massive mural celebrating the spirit of New Baltimore will soon be unveiled downtown. Titled “Welcome to New Baltimore,” the mural measures 32 feet by 12 feet and aims to capture the essence of the city’s life. It will be installed this month at Alfred and Washington streets on the building that houses The Local Goat and Creative Images Salon.
Rite Aid to shutter Ferndale location
National pharmaceutical retailer Rite Aid is continuing its march from the state with a list of store closures revealed this week that includes a Ferndale location. Included on a list contained in a group of filings in United States Bankruptcy Court in New Jersey this month is the location at 22346 Woodward Ave., Ferndale. A total of 38 Michigan stores are on the list, including other Oakland County locations in Farmington Hills and Waterford. The closure of more than 120 stores, including several in Oakland County, were on previous lists.
Michigan Couple Spends a Full Year Befriending Dog Lost in the UP
A Northern Michigan couple spent a full year befriending and saving a rescue dog that had been lost while in the care of another couple in the Upper Peninsula. Sound confusing? It will all make perfect sense in a moment. Dog Gets Lost in the UP. In the summer of...
'A preservation miracle': Restoration of historical Fort Gratiot Hospital finally complete
From the outside, the years-long preservation of the historical Fort Gratiot Hospital may have looked done, but organizers said final interior details only came together within the last year. And now, there’s plenty of history to celebrate. ...
P.A. Commercial closes 66,000-square-foot office lease for Crescent Academy in Southfield
P.A. Commercial closed a long-term lease for a 66,000-square-foot office space at 26200 Lahser Road in Southfield, Michigan. This transaction will accommodate the new location for Crescent Academy, a rapidly growing charter school offering instruction from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, committed to providing quality education to students in the region. The strategically located property in Southfield offers an ideal environment for the school, providing the necessary size, layout, and amenities to foster an enriching educational experience.
Mental Paradise: A Day of Luxury and Liberation for Black Women
Shawn Dudley knew the power of creating spaces that cater not just to the body but to the mind and spirit. Growing up in Detroit, where hustle and grind are part of the daily rhythm, he saw firsthand the toll that unrelenting stress could take on a community. It wasn’t just about finding success; it was about maintaining mental peace in the midst of it. So, when he envisioned the Mental Freedom series, Dudley was determined to offer more than just another luxury event. He wanted to create a sanctuary—a place where Black people could come together, unwind, and truly feel at peace.
University Communications conducts summer emergency drill
Oakland University’s Emergency Communications Team (ECT) conducted a partially functional exercise to refine the procedures and coordination behind emitting emergency alerts to the OU community. “It is not a fully functional exercise, and by that, I mean that we do not actually hit send, publish or post on any...
EPA to begin cleaning up site of deadly Clinton Township explosion
CLARENCE TOWNSHIP, Mich. — The EPA has been given the go-ahead to allow crews to begin cleaning up the site of March's deadly explosion in Clinton Township. The EPA will clean up the site of the former Goo Smoke Shop and Select Distributors located near the corner of 15 Mile & Groesbeck Highway. Officials say the building exploded on March 4 because of thousands of nitrous oxide and butane cans that were stored inside.
'A living nightmare': Man kept woman 'in a closet' for months, 'torturing' her while cashing her social security and taking food stamps, prosecutors say
Darren John Dawson is accused of keeping a 58-year-old woman locked up in the closet of his Michigan apartment for months and torturing her. The post ‘A living nightmare’: Man kept woman ‘in a closet’ for months, ‘torturing’ her while cashing her social security and taking food stamps, prosecutors say first appeared on Law & Crime.
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