FARMINGTON — At its July 21 meeting, the Farmington City Council voted 4-0 to extend hours for businesses in the Syndicate social district.

BRIGHTON — The sports landscape in Southeast Michigan has added a new team to the mix after a successful inaugural season from the Detroit Metro Football Club.

DETROIT — Detroit’s reputation as a place where musical excellence is nurtured and celebrated will be on display over Labor Day weekend when the Detroit Jazz Festival returns for its 46th year.

ROYAL OAK — Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats presented by Flagstar Bank recently announced the musical lineup for the Aug. 29-Sept. 1 festival.

METRO DETROIT — With looming tariffs likely to push auto prices higher, industry insiders say now’s the time to buy.

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of Aug. 15-17.

WEST BLOOMFIELD — At the 22nd Orchard Lake Fine Art Show in West Bloomfield July 26-27, nearly 200 artists displayed their wares, including about 60 artists who are children.

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

METRO DETROIT — For those who have been to the farther reaches of the region in the summer, a few odd sights stand out to the keen eye.

METRO DETROIT — David Watson wanted to buy a classic car that represented the year of his birth: 1947. The St. Clair Shores resident looked around but didn’t find one made that year. He got as close as he could, though, by purchasing a striking 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Coupe. He bought the car in 2004.

METRO DETROIT — Whether you’re building a house, remodeling a bathroom or getting your roof repaired, hiring the right contractor makes all the difference.

METRO DETROIT — Retired Warren Consolidated Schools Superintendent Robert Livernois is a history buff, especially when it comes to Detroit landmarks and legends.

DETROIT — The USA Stand Up Paddleboarding National Championships took place in Michigan this year, held July 18-20 at Belle Isle and Wyandotte. Officials said the weekend event was a success for both the community and USA SUP organization.

FARMINGTON HILLS — Officials in Farmington Hills are considering what to do next regarding a potential replacement for the recreational hub known as the Costick Center.

FARMINGTON — This year’s Farmington Founders Festival was filled with fun, food, entertainment and activities for guests of all ages — even their dogs.

FARMINGTON HILLS — Kenneth Flowers, 64, of Farmington Hills, was sentenced in Oakland County 6th Circuit Court in Pontiac before Judge Martha Anderson on July 17 for sexually assaulting a 17-year-old boy in Flowers’ home.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Bassmaster Magazine released its annual list of the 100 Best Bass Lakes in America and Lake St. Clair was ranked in the top 10 in the country.

FARMINGTON HILLS — A road worker for the Road Commission for Oakland County died on the scene when the three-member crew was struck by an SUV that crossed the median the morning of July 23 on Orchard Lake Road in Farmington Hills.

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

ROYAL OAK — On July 14, Aidan Cremarosa and Jake Shelagowski became the seventh and eighth players in Royal Oak Leprechauns history to be selected in the Major League Baseball Draft.