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This home on Eberlein Drive, off 15 Mile Road in Fraser, was condemned and later demolished following a sinkhole that occurred Dec. 24, 2016.

Published October 2, 2020

Macomb County receives over $12 million in sinkhole lawsuit

FRASER — On Sept. 29, Macomb County Public Works Commissioner Candice Miller announced that the insurance company for three contractors whose errors led to a massive sinkhole in Fraser in 2016 will pay $12.5 million to the Macomb Interceptor Drain Drainage District (MIDDD).

Published October 2, 2020

EGLE, MDHHS launch pilot program for COVID-19 sewer testing

LANSING/MACOMB COUNTY — The state of Michigan is devoting more money toward local public health department efforts to coordinate with local governments, universities and other institutions in relation to COVID-19 wastewater testing programs.

Published October 2, 2020

Macomb County sees ‘huge’ number of absentee ballot requests

MACOMB COUNTY — The November election is weeks away, and local absentee ballot requests are astronomical when compared to past years.

Published October 1, 2020

Shooting claims the life of 17-year-old in Eastpointe

EASTPOINTE — The Eastpointe Department of Public Safety responded to a call Sept. 30 that a 17-year-old female Roseville resident had been shot to death at a local home.

Published September 29, 2020

Jammin’ at the Junction has biggest year yet

ROSEVILLE — With social distancing measures in place, Roseville-area residents descended on the intersection of Utica Road and Gratiot Avenue for the fifth annual Jammin’ at the Junction car show.

Published September 28, 2020

Teen in critical condition after apparent accidental shooting

ROSEVILLE — A 17-year-old Macomb Township resident remained in critical condition Sept. 29 after he suffered a gunshot wound inside a Roseville home Sept. 26.

Published September 25, 2020

Former Macomb County clerk wanted on bench warrant

MOUNT CLEMENS — Former Macomb County Clerk Karen Spranger once again has a warrant out for her arrest.

Published September 22, 2020

Chevy Bel Air is always cruise-ready

WARREN — Each time Bob Geib revved his 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air, five of his closest buddies would tag along for the ride. Sadly, all five friends have passed away, but the spirit of the group lives on whenever Geib goes cruising.

Published September 22, 2020

Some parents leave distance learning in favor of homeschooling

METRO DETROIT — Some parents who never would have considered taking their kids out of the classroom are parting ways with local school systems in favor of homeschooling this year.

Published September 22, 2020

To keep hungry kids fed, the Designers’ Show House must go on

DETROIT — COVID-19 has caused the cancellation of scores of important events, but the Junior League of Detroit’s 23rd biennial Designers’ Show House isn’t one of them.

Published September 22, 2020

Local veteran discusses ‘The Greatest Generation’

OAKLAND COUNTY — When Ray Owen hears the term “The Greatest Generation,” he says he can’t help but feel “kind of proud of it.” Owen, who lives in Northville, near Farmington Hills, turns 99 in December.

Published September 22, 2020

Former prosecutor charged with obstruction of justice

MACOMB COUNTY — Following a year in which he was charged with 10 felonies by the state of Michigan and resigned from office, a former top elected official has been federally charged.

Published September 21, 2020

Annual Men’s Health event moves online, drive-thru

METRO DETROIT — If the COVID-19 crisis has taught us anything, it’s that our health is never something to take for granted.

Published September 18, 2020

Eastpointe approves purchase of police body cameras

EASTPOINTE — The Eastpointe City Council has approved the purchase of a system of body cameras and upgrades to in-car cameras for the police officers of the Eastpointe Department of Public Safety.

Published September 18, 2020

Eastpointe hosts voter registration event

EASTPOINTE — A special voter registration event took place Sept. 10 at the Eastpointe Foot Locker located at Eight Mile and Kelly roads.

Published September 18, 2020

COVID-19 testing site opens in Roseville

ROSEVILLE — Roseville is the home of one of several new testing sites for COVID-19 that are being organized by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.

Local nonprofit celebrates 30 years of helping people with mental illness

Published September 18, 2020

Nonprofit celebrates 30 years of helping those with mental illness

ROSEVILLE/MOUNT CLEMENS — The Roseville- and Mount Clemens-based nonprofit Liberties is celebrating its 30th anniversary of aiding those in the community who have mental illness.

Published September 18, 2020

Resources available to help students who are learning from home

EASTPOINTE/ROSEVILLE — Going back to school can be stressful under normal circumstances, but with many young people remotely learning due to COVID-19, many more students and parents are looking for ways to stay on top of classes.

Students at Roseville High School, pictured, can take part in the district’s co-op program, which gives students credit for getting jobs at participating local businesses.

Published September 18, 2020

Roseville High co-op program gives students real-world experience

ROSEVILLE — Roseville Community Schools is hoping to get some of its high school students out into the real world and learning while earning some money through its co-op business program.

Published September 18, 2020

Regina to host virtual The Verve Pipe concert

WARREN — On Oct. 16, Regina High School will host a virtual concert with alternative rock band The Verve Pipe, beginning at 7 p.m. Anyone who purchases a ticket will receive an access code with a link to the concert.