Oakland County Announces Winners of First Juneteenth Art & Essay Contest
“Freedom means being able to live your life without fear, to speak your mind, and to make your own choices.”
Cooling Centers Across Oakland County to Open for Heat Wave
The National Weather Service is predicting a heat wave beginning Saturday morning through Tuesday evening with temperatures in the high 90s and heat indexes over 100.
June 23 – Pontiac Community Conversation on DPW Building
The City of Pontiac is considering the purchase of property for a new DPW facility.
Summer Concerts Return to Wildwood Amphitheater in Orion Township
Presented in partnership with Orion.Events, the 2025 lineup is set to be the largest and most exciting to date, featuring 33 events—including 10 free Thursday night concerts.
Waterford Concerts in the Park at Hess-Hathaway Park
Concerts take place every Thursday in June with local talent starting at 6:00 PM
ADA Insights: Oakland County Team Shares Accessibility Stories, Resources for Businesses
“It’s all about having a level playing field for all of us to have access to the community. And universal design benefits all.”
Woman in Waterford Fatally Stabbed, Fiance in Custody
A man called 911 and reported that he had stabbed his fiancé.
26 Year Old Dies in Pontiac Drive-By Shooting
Oakland County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a 32-year-old Pontiac man within hours of the shooting.
Local Governments Are Hiring – List of Employment Pages for Cities, Townships, & Villages
From part time and seasonal jobs working in parks, pools, and Departments of Public Works to full-time careers, local governments often have a variety of opportunities.
Oakland County Seeks Input in Online Transit Survey
Got thoughts on public transit in Oakland County? Now’s your chance to share!
June 14 – Pontiac Juneteenth Freedom Day Parade and Festival
Activities begin at 3 p.m. with the Parade kickoff.
Proposed Renters’ Rights Bills Introduced in Michigan Senate
“As rising costs intensify our state’s existing housing crisis, it’s critical for us to take action to protect Michigan renters,” said Sen. Bayer.
Michigan Shares 2025 Eat Safe Fish Guide
“Michigan families can use these guidelines to help make healthy choices about the fish they eat.”
Guns Recovered and Suspects Arrested, Averting Potential Mass Shooting at Graduation Ceremony in Pontiac
“The nearly 80 rounds the suspects possessed being fired into a graduation is too terrible to imagine and thankfully was prevented.
White Lake Man Dies in Minibike Crash in Pontiac
Witnesses told Oakland County Sheriff’s Office deputies that Fulgenzi and six others were operating minibikes on the roadway while weaving in and out of traffic
Oakland County Commission Approves $174.5 Million Budget for Downtown Pontiac Project
“This is more than a construction project, it’s a commitment to revitalizing Pontiac’s future,” Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter said.
Driver Strikes MDOT Courtesy Patrol Van on I-75
“Move over, slow down” isn’t a suggestion, it’s the law.
Top Baby Names for 2024 Announced, With Popular Names Carrying On
Parents apply for their child’s Social Security card when they are born, making the agency America’s top source for baby names.
State Encourages Hepatitis Awareness and Testing
Viral hepatitis can cause inflammation of the liver. Two common hepatitis viruses, hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV), are leading causes of liver cancer in the United States.
Woman Arrested for Driving into Apartment, Children in Home at the Time are Safe
The three children, two 10-year-old boys and a 13-year-old girl, had just gone to their apartment minutes before the crash to pick up some personal belongings and were planning to return to the babysitter’s residence across the street when the crash happened.