METRO DETROIT — Over the past few years, summer skies have been marked by the presence of an abnormal haze. While this has done a number to cloud out sunrises and sunsets, the midsummer haze can also pose a health risk.

ROYAL OAK — On July 2, the Royal Oak Leprechauns will play a home game at Memorial Park against the Traverse City Pit Spitters with a “Strike Out Cancer” theme.

METRO DETROIT — Art has always been an important part of the home. It’s not only a way to express the resident’s personality, but also a way to elevate spaces and rooms.

METRO DETROIT — School is officially out for many local kids, which means it is time to plan fun activities to entertain the whole family throughout the summer.

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of June 20-22.

ROYAL OAK — Northwood Elementary School has just been recognized for 100 years in Royal Oak.

ROYAL OAK — The Royal Oak Public Library is putting on its annual summer reading program with the theme of “Color Our World.”

CLAWSON — Matthew Binkowski has resigned from his position on the Clawson City Council for a reason none other than love.

ROYAL OAK — The conditional rezoning and site plan for a Sheetz located at 3200 W. 14 Mile Road was brought before the City Commission on June 9. The plan passed with a unanimous vote.

NOVI — Actor Mark Wahlberg and Jay Feldman once again took to the green, along with several other celebrities and sponsors, for the Feldman Automotive Children’s Miracle Network Celebrity Golf Invitational at the Detroit Golf Club June 9.

ROYAL OAK — The annual festival dedicated to celebrating vibrant Mexican cuisine is on its way back to downtown Royal Oak for the fourth year.

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of June 13-15.

CLAWSON — Due to expansion and other factors, the Clawson City Council is in need of new members, and to help guide the community on how to run for office, former Clawson Charter Commission member BT Irwin will be hosting a workshop.

METRO DETROIT — Vacation season is here, and while you’re packing your bags, don’t forget about your pet’s plans.

ROYAL OAK — To help spread awareness and raise money for people and families affected by prostate cancer, the Michigan Men’s Health Foundation will be hosting the Run for the Ribbon June 15.

ROYAL OAK — A woman is charged with first-degree murder after Royal Oak police found her mother unresponsive with a neck wound June 4 in an apartment in the 3600 block of Crooks Road.

METRO DETROIT — David Royce was a kid in 1969 when the movie “Easy Rider” was released. His favorite part of the film was the custom-built Harley-Davidson Panhead chopper motorcycle, “Captain America,” that Peter Fonda’s character, Wyatt, rode across the country.

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Drivers are needed to make deliveries for the Meals on Wheels program in West Bloomfield, bringing food to those in need.

METRO DETROIT — Fantasy and reality will meet in St. Clair Shores at this year’s Michigan Fantasy Festival.

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of June 6-8.