From Wixom to Huntington Woods: Census Response Rates So Far
Twenty-six Oakland County cities and villages have exceeded 70 percent, with Huntington Woods (still leading the country) on top at 89.1 percent, followed closely by Pleasant Ridge.
Governor Extends Stay Home, Stay Safe Order, Allows Some Workers to Return May 11
The governor’s order will allow manufacturing workers, including those at Michigan’s Big 3 auto companies, to resume work on Monday
Customized Muffler Caused “Pop Pop Pop” During 90 MPH Chase on Woodward
But the noises were not from firecrackers or gunshots as guessed, but from the customized muffler of a BMW being driven by a teenager alluding Berkley Police.
Berkley Cancels 2020 Summer Programs & Events
After much deliberation and consideration, the City of Berkley has decided to suspend all activities, programs, and city-run events through Labor Day.
2020 Candidate Interview: Karen McDonald for Oakland Co. Prosecutor
In the Aug. 4 Democratic Primary voters in Oakland County will chose between incumbent Jessica Cooper and challenger Karen McDonald for Oakland County Prosecutor.
Construction and Real Estate Business to Resume, with Safety Measures
The construction industry is entrenched in a culture of safety, and as we return to work, we are developing and implementing new best practices that further emphasize the well-being of our workers and Michigan’s citizens.”
2020 Candidate Interviews ~ Aug. 4 Primary
Each year Oakland County Times gives candidates for any office voted on in Oakland County the opportunity to do a video interview.
Michigan DHHS Sending Free Condoms During COVID-19 Crisis
If you and your partner are staying home together, you can send an e-mail…
Nearly 800 Businesses Benefit from County Small Business Grants
Oakland County Executive David Coulter on Friday, April 24 announced that 797 small businesses in the county were awarded about $2.3 million in grants from the county’s small business stabilization fund.
To Protect Victims from Stalking & Harassment, PPOs in Michigan Extended
“Unfortunately, these victims are particularly vulnerable to stalking and harassment — which is why they sought protection in the first place,” Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said.
Governor Whitmer Extends Stay Home, Stay Safe Order
Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed executive order 2020-59, extending her “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order through May 15.
Jennifer Finney Named Berkley DDA Director
As Executive Director, Finney will be responsible for coordinating downtown revitalization activities at the direction of the DDA board…
Court Order Extends Filing Deadline for Candidates, Reduces…
US District Court Judge Terrence Berg issued a court order that changes the April 21 filing deadline and rules for some candidates
Mike Kowall Announces Candidacy for Oakland County Executive
Mike Kowall, a Republican from White Lake, has filed to run for Oakland County Executive.
Cities Hope for Federal Funds, Adjust to Pivoted Roles, Layoffs…
“We’re used to doing more with less, but there is a limit to that,”
EB I-696 at Woodward Ave. Closed Due to Fatal Accident
EB I-696 is closed at Woodward Avenue Tuesday morning due to a fatal crash. According to Michigan State Police the crash occurred around 5:30am
Restaurant Inspection Reports Soon to be Available Online
Oakland County will join Macomb County, Wayne County and the City of Detroit, which have adopted similar policies.
Here are the 2020 Oakland County Executive’s Elite 40 Under 40
“We are fortunate to have such passionate and talented leaders who are committed to their professions and improving their communities,” County Executive David Coulter said.
Cities Vary in Snow Emergency Ticketing
The weekend snowstorm of Jan. 17 gave the typical, expected challenge of getting local streets plowed and salted. It also prompted hundreds of parking tickets of those who left their vehicles in the way.
Berkley Library Cautions against Censorship after “God” Crossed Out of Mystery Novel
Someone had scribbled out the word “God” in every occurrence, at one point adding the word “goodness” at the end of an arrow below the word.