
Oakland County Provides Free Skywarn Classes
by: Bre'Anna TinsleyOakland County and the National Weather Service in Whitelake are providing free Skywarn Classes to residents.
Oakland County and the National Weather Service in Whitelake are providing free Skywarn Classes to residents.
Officials are asking the public to submit different names for the Marsh View Connector.
Host Bankole Thompson is joined by local officials with reaction to and unpack Patterson's Oakland County State of the County Address.
Host Bankole Thompson speaks directly with L. Brooks Patterson about his State of the County Address. They are also joined by Lisa Howze from Detroit's governmental administration.
Executive L. Brooks Patterson announced a proposal for a millage reduction during his address and discussed the status of the new regional water system, called the Great Lakes Water Authority.
Oakland County Executive delivers his State of the County address tonight.
Residents in situations where they can't call, like if they have poor service or don't want to make a noise, can now text in their 911 calls.
The impact of human trafficking trickles down to even the safest communities. The United Nations estimates the total market value of illicit human trafficking for 2005 (latest UN figures) at 32 billion US dollars. Host Christy McDonald speaks with experts on the issue
In our continuing series of conversations with Mayors from around Southeast Michigan, today we look at the city of Rochester.
When voters head to the polls on August 5th, residents of Southeast Michigan will not only be asked to vote for candidates, but on a number of ballot proposals as well. One of those measures is a millage increase for the SMART bus system. WDET’s J. Carlisle Larsen has more.
On a recent afternoon at The Oakland, bartender Shane McGrath broke down the process of making a perfect Manhattan for WDET’s Travis Wright.
County officials dispute social service agency's report. A noted data expert says both sides are right--and wrong.
Oakland County government officials are disputing some of the statistics about poverty in a recent report from Lighthouse of Oakland County
Annual festival kicks off art show season in Metro Detroit.
A newly released report from Lighthouse of Oakland County shows "58% of those living in poverty now reside in suburban communities in the tri-county area."
Most were Jewish, but others--including gays--suffered, too.
Pontiac has been under state financial oversight since 2009. But the Pontiac Receivership Transition Advisory Board passed an agreement on Wednesday to give broad administrative powers back to city government.
Sheriff Michael Bouchard says county law enforcement cases involving heroin have nearly tripled so far this year -- compared to 2013.
Rick Pluta, Capitol Bureau Chief with the Michigan Public Radio Network, takes a look at Brown's career and what sets her apart for joining the Michigan Governor's race with Mark Schauer.
Oakland County’s official business center helped small businesses acquire more than $ 20 million in loans last year.
Michigan's wolf debate is a drama involving Native American tribal relationships and regional tensions. Rick Pluta of Michigan Radio explains as the narrative unfolds.
Oakland County Road Crews have been out all morning to take care of hazardous roads in the area. WDET's Pat Batcheller has more.
There have been many water breaks throughout the Metro Detroit area this winter. Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner Jim Nash discusses how the system is set up, what each city is responsible for when it comes to infrastructure and how melting snow may wreak havoc on the sewage systems and waste water.
A new hockey stadium is slated for downtown Detroit,and that has basketball fans wondering if the Pistons might share the new facility with the Red Wings. But Pistons owner Tom Gores just invested tens of millions in the Palace of Auburn Hills. Dennis Mannion, the President and CEO of Palace Sports and Entertainment, tells WDET’s Travis Wright that Gores wanted a total overhaul.
Southfield Schools Superintendent Wanda Cook-Robinson will leave her post in March, to begin work with Oakland County Schools. WDET's J. Carlisle Larsen has more.
From somewhere in the recesses of Matilda Wilson's estate Meadow Brook Hall, a 344-year-old Spanish painting emerged to find new life at the Detroit Institute of Arts.
Craig discusses the New Yorker magazine feature on Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson. The longtime exec is known for loose lips but some say he went too far this time with his Detroit bashing.
Highland Park lawmaker says he can reach across the political divide to get things done in DC.
Oakland County has enough salt, but fewer workers to clear snowy, icy roads.
Pleasant Ridge and Pontiac have elected new mayors. Royal Oak voters passed a Human Rights proposal.
Incumbent faces first-time candidate on November 5th. WDET's Pat Batcheller breaks down the race.
Young challenger takes on incumbent.
Incumbent seeks second term against first-time candidate.
39th annual Birmingham Street Art Fair benefits Common Ground.
State lawmaker, AARP hosts town hall meeting on the federal health care law.
Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson tells WDET’s Travis Wright that if any of the money the DIA collects from Oakland County is used to satisfy creditors, or if any of the art is sold, the tax deal between the museum and the county is dead.
Oakland County lawmakers people have a right to know more about the process, including what chemicals are used. Water Resources Commissioner Jim Nash supports the idea.
In May (Mother’s Day weekend 2013), Habitat for Humanity of Oakland County kicked-off its 2014 Women Build project. Women Build is an international Habitat effort to recruit, educate and nurture women volunteers to build and advocate for simple, decent and affordable houses in their community - by women, for women, empowering women to take the lead on all aspects of a Habitat home, from start to finish.
Troy residents elected Incumbent Interim Mayor Dane Slater to be the new mayor of Troy through 2015 on Tuesday, May 8, 2013. Craig speaks with Mayor Slater about the future of Troy.
Are fracking and drilling going to threaten Michigan's waterways? Craig asks Jim Nash, Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner, who has been holding town hall meetings to ask residents their feeling on fracking and other issues.
IT and software developer is one of six candidates in a special election.
Tensions in Asia won't deter local delegation.
Oakland County water official says judge's decision creates uncertainty for suburban communities.
Private group revives long-standing tradition, with new location.
L. Brooks Patterson adds his perspective on the governor's plan to name an emergency financial manager for Detroit.
Town hall meetings to offer pros, cons of oil and gas drilling.
Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson talks with Craig about his recent State of the County address, which Patterson described as a "good news speech". Patterson talks job growth, recovering from a car crash and more.
4+ inches reported Friday morning in Oakland County.
Proposal would ban discrimination based on sexual orientation and other factors.
Michigan State University is sponsoring an informational meeting about negotiating oil and gas leases and the role of the Oil, Gas and Minerals section of the Department of Environmental Quality in regulating the oil and gas industry. Craig speaks with Curtis Talley, Farm Management Educator at Michigan State University about the the upcoming Oil and Gas Industry Educational Program and the Oakland County drilling permit process.
Metro Detroit has grown a national reputation for urban and community gardens. There are hundreds throughout Metro Detroit, but the vast majority of those gardens go dormant in the winter. Now Oakland County Parks is taking the concept of Community Gardening to the next level and is moving the gardens indoors for the winter months. WDET’s Amy Miller speaks with Mike Donnellon, Chief of Parks and Facilities Maintenance for Oakland County Parks.
Police investigating the Oakland County child murders of the 1970s have found genetic evidence linking two of the victims to hair found in a car.
When the WDET newsroom decided to take a look at Troy this week, the idea was to go out into the community and meet people where they live. Over the past year & half – through our “Crossing the Lines” coverage – we have been holding evening community forums with about 50 or so people coming out, having conversations with our staff and then reporting back. But, since summer is in full swing, people are on vacations, etc. we thought it made more sense to go small and drink some coffee. Why not? It is summer, after all, and if the coffee is too hot you can get it iced, nowadays.
Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson speaks with Craig about what his priorities are at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
University of Michigan Economist Dr. George Fulton speaks about job growth in Oakland County.
Oakland County Commissioner responds to Executive L. Brooks Patterson's State of the County address.
Patterson laid out his agenda for the coming year, as well as touted his administration’s achievements in 2011.
Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson delivers his annual State of the County address Wednesday evening.
Do you live in Oakland County? Tune in on Feb. 8th for our live coverage of L. Brooks Patterson's State of the County Address & tell us which three issues are the most important to you.
The so-called “Big Four” political leaders in Metro Detroit – the Mayor of Detroit, and the executives of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties – agree that it will be a disaster for the entire region if Michigan’s largest city goes bankrupt.
Governor Rick Snyder has signed the measure that will allow the Republican-led Oakland County Board of Commissioners to re-draw its district map.
A bill sponsored by Representative Brad Jacobsen (R)Oxford would significantly change the way political lines are drawn in Oakland County. It would also reduce the number of districts. Craig speaks with Jacobsen about the bill.