METRO DETROIT — Cruising season has officially driven into metro Detroit for 2026. As classic car owners, hot-rodders and motorcycle enthusiasts retrieve their prized possessions from storage, two local events were held recently to ensure safe travels. 

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — According to police, while a Kent County detective was conducting an online operation, posing as a 14-year-old girl. a self-described 51-year-old married man from Michigan contacted the supposedly 14-year-old girl.

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of May 8-10.

BIRMINGHAM — A Seaholm High School junior has recently published a children’s book where all proceeds go to a nonprofit he is establishing.

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office is looking for victims who may have unintentionally doled out money to a new scam that claims to support a fake summer camp for youth with special needs.

BIRMINGHAM — On May 6, the 32nd annual Birmingham Optimist Club Special Oratorical Program will take place for Birmingham Public Schools students, parents, teachers and administrators at the Birmingham Community House.

BIRMINGHAM — Planning for the St. James and Kenning parks improvements are underway as the city of Birmingham has begun seeking community input for concept designs.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Two completely different eras are married in St. Dunstan’s Theatre Guild’s production of “Head Over Heels.”

BIRMINGHAM — As the Poppleton Park All Abilities Playground project progresses, the Birmingham Rotary Club showed its support through the presentation of a check for $50,000 to the Birmingham Parks Department April 20.

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Bloomfield Township Police Department recently purchased new equipment via an appropriations request made through the office of state Rep. Samantha Steckloff.

METRO DETROIT — Bird-watching and feeding offers a lot of benefits to humans and the animals themselves. The foods and feeders are as diverse as the species themselves. Here’s information on where to start.

METRO DETROIT — Box tree moths, an invasive species of insects that can defoliate and kill boxwood shrubs, have been detected in Michigan. Experts say it is important to know how to identify them and eliminate them from your backyard.

METRO DETROIT — The Michigan State High School Clay Target League has kicked off its 2026 spring season with more participation than ever.

METRO DETROIT — When Nick Binson went to work for his dad James Binson in the family business, he learned, “You can’t manage what you can’t measure.” That philosophy is what made James a successful entrepreneur and longtime owner of Binson’s Medical Equipment and Supplies.

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — Nearly 300 people from around metro Detroit gathered at Temple Beth El in Bloomfield Township April 22 to hear bestselling author Patrick Ryan speak about his latest book, “Buckeye.” 

ROYAL OAK — A day of remembrance and community has been scheduled for May 17 at The National Shrine of the Little Flower Basilica on 12 Mile Road in Royal Oak to honor the life and legacy of Al Fracassa.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — A Cranbrook alumnus gave a $15 million lead gift to the Cranbrook Educational Community — one of the largest gifts in recent history.

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of May 1-3.

METRO DETROIT — April showers bring May flowers, and May flowers bring pollen. The annual arrival of spring means it’s high time for pollen and other particulates to make their debut, creating the conditions for the constant sneezing and runny noses that mark the ever-dreaded allergy season.

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of April 23-26.