Published November 10, 2022
SOUTHFIELD — Sherikia Hawkins has fully resigned from her position as Southfield city clerk following a plea agreement reached in Oakland County’s 6th Circuit Court, where she faced charges related to possible fraud in the 2018 general election.
Read MorePublished November 10, 2022
SOUTHFIELD — A local fundraiser supports a program that helps women re-enter the workforce after significant, life-changing events, such as family deaths, divorce or disability.
Read MorePublished October 26, 2022
SOUTHFIELD — Three wooden poles stand in the front circle drive at Southfield City Hall, coated with a white weather-resistant lacquer and emblazoned with the phrase “May Peace Prevail on Earth,” written in 24 languages from around the world.
Read MorePublished October 26, 2022
SOUTHFIELD — The Halloween festivities kick off early in Southfield this year with Boo Bash, set for 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at the Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Road.
Read MorePublished October 26, 2022
OAKLAND COUNTY — On Oct. 7, local politicians learned what it’s like to be firefighters for the day.
Read MorePublished October 20, 2022
ST. CLAIR SHORES — A suspect has been taken into custody as Michigan State Police continue to investigate the death of a 17-year-old girl found with a gunshot wound on Interstate 94 in St. Clair Shores early Oct. 14.
Read MorePublished October 13, 2022
SOUTHFIELD — After the COVID-19 pandemic threw a wrench in the 2016 version of the Southfield master plan, the city’s planning department has established a new idea set to take aim in the coming years.
Read MorePublished October 12, 2022
In the Southfield Sun’s coverage area, voters will choose candidates for their local school board, as well as governor and more Nov. 8.
Read MorePublished October 5, 2022
SOUTHFIELD — Local artists will perform dance, poetry, songs, music and more at an upcoming event that will highlight awareness for those receiving foster care services, as well as those aging out of the system, with the goal of driving more resources their way.
Read MorePublished October 5, 2022
OAKLAND COUNTY — Local cities in Oakland County are preparing to put on their Halloween events and give residents and children a chance to show off their costumes, get candy and have fun.
Read MorePublished October 4, 2022
OAKLAND COUNTY — Nothing stops Joey Gallagher from doing what he is determined to do.
Read MorePublished October 4, 2022
OAKLAND COUNTY — Gleaners Community Food Bank will begin a new biweekly food giveaway in collaboration with the Oakland County Farmers Market beginning Wednesday, Oct. 19.
Read MorePublished September 22, 2022
SOUTHFIELD — Domestic violence is a complex problem that is present in every community, and Southfield is trying to be part of the solution. In addition to partnerships and police training aimed at resolving abuse situations, the city holds a walk each fall to raise awareness. The event empowers victims with the knowledge that help is available, and warns others that abuse won’t be tolerated.
Read MorePublished September 22, 2022
SOUTHFIELD — As classes are back in session for young students, a few schools will be welcoming back their senior class assistants.
Read MorePublished September 21, 2022
OAKLAND COUNTY — Oakland Community College in Farmington Hills, along with the other 27 community colleges in Michigan, was recently “strengthened,” thanks to a $750,000 grant awarded to the Michigan Community College Association from the Kresge Foundation’s Education Program.
Read MorePublished September 16, 2022
OAKLAND COUNTY — Oakland County Parks and Recreation is developing plans to possibly convert the Red Oaks Golf Course into a walkable park with open space, trails and other amenities.
Read MorePublished September 8, 2022
SOUTHFIELD — The city of Southfield will be holding a town hall for an upcoming ballot question regarding deer herd reduction.
Read MorePublished September 8, 2022
SOUTHFIELD — In one of the school’s biggest accomplishments since establishing an athletic program in 2012, the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics named Lawrence Technological University the recipient of the Champions of Character Five-Star Institution Award.
Read MorePublished September 8, 2022
SOUTHFIELD — People will soon come together to march against hate and discrimination during a walk by the Anti-Defamation League, or ADL, in the heart of Southfield. The event comes amid what organizers say has been an increase in antisemitic incidents in recent years.
Read MorePublished September 8, 2022
OAKLAND COUNTY — An invasive bug that poses a threat to the state’s fruit crops has made its way to Michigan.
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