METRO DETROIT — College dorms are starting to fill up with students for the fall semester. For many, it will be their first time living away from home, and the limited space of their dorm room can be a puzzle.

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of Aug. 21-24.

NOVI — The fourth annual Novi Taco Fest will take over the parking lot at Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk between the Power House Gym and Chuck E. Cheese Aug. 22-24.

METRO DETROIT — For those who have active roles in various business spaces in the metro Detroit area, shopping plazas can provide some benefits for in-person shopping as opposed to buying online.

NOVI — To help ensure that children and teens in the community start the school year off right, members of the Novi Public Safety Department, in partnership with Novi Youth Assistance, took 15 students shopping at the Kohl’s department store in Novi Aug. 8. 

NOVI — For the third year running, Novi High School seniors kicked off their final year of school by claiming and painting their parking spots Aug.11. 

OAKLAND COUNTY — Michigan health officials are urging residents to protect themselves from mosquito bites due to the threat of West Nile virus.

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.

The $120 million bond for new public safety buildings and technological advancements was passed by Novi voters on Aug. 5.

NOVI — The Novi City Council gave its final stamp of approval for a planned rezoning overlay agreement with Feldman Kia during its July 28 meeting.

NOVI — The city of Novi recently sold a parcel of land it owned on Venture Drive to Boll Filter Corp., which desired the land to expand its company.

NOVI — Learning disabilities such as dyslexia present numerous challenges that often prevent people from enjoying a good book. However, one Novi man is working to change this and make the magic of reading accessible to all.

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

NOVI — The MiAnime Convention, a new event, was held at the Suburban Collection Showplace Aug. 2-3.

NOVI — Novi residents will see an increase in their upcoming water bill, as the City Council approved a rate increase during its regular meeting July 28.

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.