Suspect Smashed Glass and Stole Donation Jar at Tim Hortons (video)
The suspect broke the entry door glass to gain entry and took a donation jar off the front counter before leaving back out the same way he entered.
Voter Turnout by City, Numbers Metzger Calls Disappointing
Oakland County, with one of the highest educational attainment rates in the state, had an Aug. 4, 2020 turnout rate of only 37.1 percent!
Sept. – Virtual5k Throughout Michigan to Support Accessibility
Throughout the month of September, the Michigan Parks and Recreation Foundation is hosting a Virtual 5K (3.1 miles) to raise funds to provide accessible recreation opportunities for parks and programs. You can run, walk, skateboard, bike, or swim a 5K during the month of September!
Candidates for Oakland County Prosecutor 2020
In the Aug. 4 Democratic Primary voters in Oakland County will chose between incumbent Jessica Cooper and challenger Karen McDonald for Oakland County Prosecutor.
The winner of the primary will then face Lin Goetz who is unopposed in the Republican Primary.
Video Interviews with Oakland County Sheriff Candidates 2020
The Primary takes place Aug. 4, 2020. The winner of the Democratic Primary will face Bouchard in the Nov. 3 election.
Here are 137 Videos of Candidates for Local Offices, and How to Help Us Do More
Here is the list of candidates we were able to interview for the Aug. 4 primary. Our goal is to continue this project up until the Nov. 3, 2020 election so even more can be included.
Video Interviews with Candidates for Oakland County Executive
In the race for Oakland County Executive there are two candidates from the Republican Party and two candidates from the Democratic Party on the Aug. 4, 2020 Primary ballot.
2020 Candidate Interview: Kim Markee for Waterford Twp Clerk
For the Clerk position Democrat Justin Clarke is challenging Republican incumbent Kim Markee.
2020 Candidate Interview: Gary Wall for Waterford Township Supervisor
Incumbent Waterford Township Supervisor Gary Wall, who is a Republican, will face Democratic challenger John Paul Torres in the Nov. 3, 2020 election.
2020 Candidate Interview: Jeffrey Long for County Commissioner 6th District
In Oakland County’s 6th District, County Commissioner Eileen Kowall is running for reelection. Democrat Jeffrey Long is also on the ballot.
2020 Candidate Interview: Maura Murphy for 6th Circuit Court Judge
In the race for 6th Circuit Court Judge there are three candidates on the ballot plus one write-in, with no incumbents.
Oakland County to Cover Postage for All November Absentee Ballots
“We are removing the $0.65 postage fee, or a ‘fee to vote,’ as another way to ensure that every vote is counted and every resident has a voice.”
2020 Candidate Interview: Nadine Hatten for 6th Circuit Court Judge (Write In)
In the race for 6th Circuit Court Judge there are three candidates on the ballot plus one write-in, with no incumbents.
2020 Candidate Interview: Lorie Savin for 6th Circuit Court Judge
In the race for 6th Circuit Court Judge there are three candidates on the ballot plus one write-in, with no incumbents.
County Urges Face Mask Use as COVID Cases on the Rise
Oakland County has a dashboard with information and data, including a zip code map of cases and deaths.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group Meeting Virtually
Support group meetings let grandparents meet others who are in a similar position and can relate to the ups and downs of their situation.
2020 Candidate Interview: Nicole Breadon for State Representative 43rd District
In the race for State Representative of the 43rd District, there is one Republican candidate and one Democratic candidate.
Michigan Small Business Restart Program Grants Available
“These programs will provide a significant opportunity to address immediate needs of those who have been hardest hit by COVID-19.
2020 Candidate Interview: Vincent Gregory for Oakland County Sheriff
On the Democratic side there are three candidates: Randy Maloney, Barnett Jones, and Vincent Gregory.
2020 Candidate Interview: Robert Buxbaum for Water Resources Commissioner
In the race for Water Resources Commissioner, Democratic incumbent Jim Nash in unopposed in the primary.