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St. Clair Shores doctor receives 20 years for causing patient’s drug overdose death
DETROIT – St. Clair Shores Dr. Bernard Shelton, 67, was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison after being convicted at trial of a patient’s overdose death that resulted from his unlawful prescribing. Shelton was also convicted on 21 charges related to the unlawful distribution of Schedule II,...
Woah, Get a Load of Flint’s Most Expensive Home For Sale
While Flint, Michigan, is rich with history and does have some beautiful homes in certain areas, we don't see them for sale very often. Take this new build, for example, which recently hit the market for $950,000. Not only is this one of the most beautiful new homes in Flint,...
Macomb County restaurant opening 2nd location in Royal Oak as The Morrie closes
ROYAL OAK, Mich. (FOX 2) - The Morrie in Royal Oak is closing soon, but a new restaurant is already lined up to take its place. Sunday will be the last day for the restaurant known for regular live music and DJ performances as owner Aaron Belen shifts his full focus to his real estate development business.
Partners in Public Art mural will add a splash of color to Groesbeck Highway
They were designed to be practical, not pretty. However, the cement pillars supporting the pedestrian bridge over Groesbeck Highway will soon feature works of art created by Tatum Lorway and one of four summer projects underway for the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) Partners In Public Art (PIPA) mural program.
Raymond James Shuster Jr.
Raymond James Shuster Jr., age 80, of South Lyon, MI, died on July 26, 2024. Visitation is at the Shuster home in South Lyon on Friday, August 2, 2024 from 3-6 p.m. A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2024, 1 p.m., at Oak Grove East Cemetery, Chelsea. Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea. Full obituary: www.mitchellfuneral.com/obituaries/raymond-ray-shuster.
Gabby Giffords stumps for Kamala Harris in Michigan
Gun reform advocate and former Arizona U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords stopped in Rochester Hills on Sunday to campaign for Vice President Kamala Harris' fledgling presidential campaign in Michigan. Giffords has become a leading advocate for gun control laws since she survived a mass shooting in January 2011 during a meeting...
Bowling fundraiser benefits Macomb County charities
No matter if you throw strikes or have been known to launch the occasional gutter ball, the Center Line Father Kramer Knights of Columbus Bowling Fundraiser promises a good time for a good cause. The event is Aug. 10, 6-8 p.m. at Sterling Lanes on Schoenherr Road in Sterling Heights....
Four killed in wrong-way driver crash in Royal Oak
A wrong-way driver and three people in another vehicle were killed in a crash early Sunday in Royal Oak, according to a tweet from the Michigan State Police Second District. The incident happened around 2:50 a.m. Sunday when the Detroit Regional Communication Center received calls about a wrong-way driver in a black Volkswagen driving north in the southbound lanes of Interstate 75 near 11 Mile Road.
Eastpointe City Council approves industrial district for Winter’s Sausage
Winter’s Sausage is planning to expand its Eastpointe meat processing facility and moved a step closer to initiating that project when the city council unanimously approved an Industrial Development District designation for the business. The designation is needed for Winter’s Sausage to seek an Industrial Facilities Tax Exemption at...
Michigan Rosie the Riveter went on to build a career as an airplane mechanic
Every resident at Michigan Veteran Homes of Chesterfield Township has a story to tell and whether they’re talking about their experiences during the war or about their journey through life they are worthy of your time. On Thursday everyone was anxious to hear more about Fran Metcalf. An original...
Incumbent McFall, longtime former Mayor Fouts face off in 14th House District Dem primary
The former longtime Warren mayor is challenging a Democratic incumbent in the state House in a newly drawn district that shuffles the chances of both men in their races for the lower chamber. Jim Fouts, who served as Warren's mayor for 16 years, is challenging state Rep. Mike McFall of...
Four dead in wrong-way crash on I-75
Michigan State Police are investigating after a wrong-way driver caused a fiery early-morning fatal crash that killed four people Sunday on southbound Interstate 75 in Oakland County. State police said the crash took place about 2:50 a.m. on I-75 near 11 Mile Road in Royal Oak. The Detroit Regional Communication...
Sterlingfest wraps up three-day run in Sterling Heights
Fans were still buzzing on Sunday following the conclusion of the 2024 Sterlingfest Art & Music Fair, which went off without any significant problems reported. Organizers estimated attendance was up for Macomb County’s largest free music event, which typically attracts 120,000 visitors to Dodge Park and the Sterling Heights City Hall.
Oakland County community calendar July 28 and beyond
• Muscle & More is 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 3, at Royal Oak Historical Museum, 1411 W Webster Road, Royal Oak, royaloakhistoricalsociety.com, 248-439-1501. Classic Car Show, pre-registration $20, day of show $25. • America’s Corvette Car Show is 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Aug. 10, Everest Collegiate High School & Academy, 5935...
Late goal beats Detroit City FC, runs its winless streak to four
A late goal gave Sacramento Republic FC a 1-0 victory over Detroit City FC in a United Soccer League Championship match Saturday night at Hamtramck. The goal was scored by Russell Cicerone in the 84th minute. On a play that started to go downhill when DCFC keeper Carlos Saldaña suffered a giveaway when a Sacramento attacker blocked his attempted clearing pass, Jared Timmer lofted a crossing pass from the corner that Cicerone booted in at the far post.
First full class to graduate Troy High School still sharing memories 70 years later
Students of the first class to attend all four years at Troy High School graduated in 1954, and class president Bill Haney is bringing the surviving members to his home for a 70th reunion next month. Troy was a much different community when this class was considering their futures after...
Gabby Giffords stumps for Kamala Harris in Rochester Hills
Rochester Hills — Gun reform advocate and former Arizona U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords stopped in Rochester Hills on Sunday to campaign for Vice President Kamala Harris' fledgling presidential campaign in Michigan. Giffords has become a leading advocate for gun control laws since she survived a mass shooting in January...
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