OAKLAND COUNTY — Jamie L. Wittenberg, a judge in the 44th District Court, died Nov. 20 at the age of 48 after a three-year battle with brain cancer.

METRO DETROIT — The NHL had the Las Vegas Golden Knights and the Seattle Kraken. Now, the Motor City Rockers (9-3) have established themselves as a successful expansion team in the Federal Prospects Hockey League.

METRO DETROIT — The holidays don’t have to end after the presents are opened and friends and family head back to their normal routines.

METRO DETROIT — Middle school and high school students interested in manufacturing and technology careers recently had the opportunity to meet with local manufacturers during the annual Auto STEAM Days.

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Oakland County Parks and Recreation Department is granting recreationalists the opportunity to gift loved ones with the great outdoors. The department encourages residents to consider giving an experience by purchasing one of their gift cards this holiday season.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five fun things to do during the weekend of Dec. 9-11, 2022.

METRO DETROIT — Having worked in the field of child welfare for several years, Livonia resident Jennifer Stevens was aware that there are thousands of children in Michigan who don’t have a place to call home.

METRO DETROIT — The NHL had the Las Vegas Golden Knights and the Seattle Kraken. Now, the Motor City Rockers (9-3) have established themselves as a successful expansion team in the Federal Prospects Hockey League.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five fun things to do during the weekend of Dec. 2-4, 2022.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five fun things to do during the weekend of Nov. 25-27, 2022.

ROCHESTER — The Rochester Hills Public Library is hoping to get back on the road again sometime in the new year, after maintenance issues forced officials to retire its bookmobile in October.

ROCHESTER — Downtown Rochester is well known for spreading holiday spirit with its popular Big, Bright Light Show, but this year, patrons will have a new winter experience to add to the magic.

OAKLAND COUNTY — Motorists across the state should be extra cautious behind the wheel and be on the lookout for deer for the next few months.

ROCHESTER HILLS/ROCHESTER/OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — Some argue that it’s even more important to buy locally this holiday season, which in turn can help support the community.

METRO DETROIT — On occasion, Sandi and Simon Frith invite a group of friends over to their Ray Township home for an evening of bourbon tasting.

METRO DETROIT — While toys are often in the spotlight during the holiday shopping season, there are some exciting gifts that cannot be picked up at the store or delivered to a house.

DETROIT — He’s one of the most famous artists in the world, and Vincent van Gogh holds a special place in the hearts of countless metro Detroiters who’ve admired his works in the permanent collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.

SOUTHFIELD — For nearly 70 years, a local nonprofit has been bringing lifesaving supplies and services to people in war zones around the world. Its mission continues with no end in sight, as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine approaches its 10th month.

SOUTHFIELD — After COVID put it on hold for two years, the Potters Market is back in time for the holiday season, with more than 35,000 pieces of pottery on offer from 124 artists, including 55 artists making their debut at the show.

OAKLAND COUNTY — City officials are celebrating a commitment by Oakland County to invest heavily in municipal parks and recreation, with about $20 million split across destinations such as Ambassador Park in Madison Heights and portions of Beech Woods Park in Southfield.