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.

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.

ROYAL OAK — Voters in Royal Oak decidedly passed three millages on Nov. 8 for the city and school district.

ROYAL OAK — After being forced to shut down two years ago, HopCat will be making its return to downtown Royal Oak.

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.

ROYAL OAK/CLAWSON — Stagecrafters in Royal Oak will be presenting a production of “Elf the Musical” for several weeks.

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.

OAKLAND COUNTY/WAYNE COUNTY — During the general election Nov. 8, Mike McFall, the mayor pro tem of Hazel Park, prevailed in his bid for the newly redrawn 8th District of the Michigan House of Representatives.

METRO DETROIT — With all of shopping, cooking, card writing, decorating and gift wrapping, the hustle and bustle of the holiday season can leave people more exhausted than excited.

METRO DETROIT — Interior design is always changing. One day, light matte paints and velvets are in, and the next day, it is high gloss and linens that take center stage.

METRO DETROIT — The third time was apparently the charm for John James.   The Republican business owner from Farmington Hills defeated Democrat Carl Marlinga, a former Macomb County prosecutor and Circuit Court judge, by less than 0.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five fun things to do during the weekend of Nov. 18-20, 2022.