MACOMB COUNTY — In an election year defined by a polarized electorate, Macomb County residents opted to stick with the government they have.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Nov. 7-11.

METRO DETROIT — Before putting a house on the market, a little work can go a long way when it comes to attracting buyers.

In the Chronicle’s coverage area, voters will select candidates for a list of federal, state, county, local, judicial and school offices on Nov. 5.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Nov. 1-3.

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — With pumpkins adoring the meeting hall at the last gathering before Halloween, the Macomb Township Board of Trustees approved an extensive set of water improvements at its Oct. 23 meeting.

METRO DETROIT — For those looking to move or for those who have lost someone and are interested in downsizing their possessions, estate sales professionals can provide assistance as individuals and families navigate through these issues.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — It took them about two minutes, but they did it.

MACOMB COUNTY — Issuing threats against places of learning is no laughing matter and serious consequences await those who try. Officials warn students and others from attempting such an act.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Oct. 25-27

METRO DETROIT — For those who seek to build bonds with animals, getting a pet is one way to go. But not everyone has the time or space to commit to a furry friend for years.

WARREN/STERLING HEIGHTS — As a licensed funeral director, Jeff Mandziuk’s intent is to always treat the departed with the utmost respect and dignity.

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Like many of his L’Anse Creuse Middle School East peers, Bryce Koerner has 12 years of life rolled onto his odometer. Bryce, however, would contest this to some extent.

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Three months before their freshman season at Macomb Dakota, sophomores Angelina Accuso and Marissa Monteith competed in the Syron Junior Challenge at Pontiac Country Club on May 20.

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — It took over two months, but a township-owned home will soon change hands.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Oct. 18-20

METRO DETROIT — While vaping was originally marketed to replace cigarettes and some teens say it helps them with stress, health officials say the opposite is true.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP/MACOMB TOWNSHIP — For the third straight season, the top spot in the Macomb Area Conference Red was decided in a matchup between Utica Eisenhower and Macomb Dakota.

METRO DETROIT — The Facebook page “For the Love of Louie” helps find lost pets and returns them to their families in happy and sometimes sad reunions.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Oct. 11-13