DETROIT — The world’s automotive industry will descend again upon Huntington Place for the Detroit Auto Show Jan. 10-20.

METRO DETROIT — As the winter season continues in Michigan, residents will likely have multiple different preferences for removing ice from sidewalks, driveways, parking lots and roads.

METRO DETROIT — One of the saddest parts of the holiday season is getting rid of a Christmas tree.

METRO DETROIT — Cold weather can injure and kill pets, and no breed is entirely safe. Animal control officers are reminding residents to be vigilant, protecting their furry friends from frostbite, falls on ice, hypothermia and other winter woes.

OAKLAND COUNTY — Here's some of the notable items given to reporters by local police.

METRO DETROIT — Some communities are welcoming 2025 with fireworks, skating, ball drops and more Dec. 31, plus a few celebrations Dec. 30.

ROYAL OAK — The Royal Oak Police Department has welcomed an addition to the team, a 19-month-old, 60-pound black Labrador Retriever named Raider.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Dec. 27-29.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Dec. 20-22.

METRO DETROIT — Buyers who are searching for small and affordable new-construction homes might find that the inventory isn’t quite like it used to be.

DETROIT — The nonprofit Williams Park Alliance Inc. will host the second Brightmoor Lights Holiday Festival from Dec. 18 to Jan. 3, featuring life-sized illuminated holiday displays, including symbols of Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas and more. 

ROYAL OAK — Royal Oak Chabad Jewish Center is getting ready for its sixth annual menorah lighting and brand-new Chanukah Village experience that will take place 4-6 p.m. Dec. 29.

ROYAL OAK — A site plan at 505 S. Lafayette Ave. was approved unanimously by the Planning Commission Dec. 10 despite the majority of public speakers disapproving of the project.

ROYAL OAK — Show off your ugliest Christmas sweater and give back on Dec. 20 at the Blind Owl, 511 S. Main St. in Royal Oak, for the Filthy Cares Adopt-A-Block Ugly Sweater Christmas Party.

METRO DETROIT — While winter recreational activities provide a cool time, it’s important to remember safety when venturing out on the ice.

METRO DETROIT — Early signing day, a three-day period from Dec. 4 to 6, has come and gone for Division I collegiate football players looking to put pen to paper, and many local athletes took advantage of the opportunity.

ROYAL OAK — The students of the Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy were given the opportunity to experience life in the agricultural world on Nov. 22 during an in-person farm science lab.

ROYAL OAK — Santa and his “Elf Squad” visited the Children’s Garden Room in the Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Dec. 4 to surprise the pediatric patients with presents and holiday cheer.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Dec. 13-15

METRO DETROIT — The holiday season, while very much a joyous time of year, also is a time when criminals try to take advantage of others.