Warren Weekly

Published December 3, 2021

WCS social media threat deemed not credible

WARREN/STERLING HEIGHTS — Two days after the tragic shooting at Oxford High School, Warren Consolidated Schools was closed Dec. 2 after school officials received information about a social media threat that made reference to several schools in the district.

Published December 3, 2021

Suspect, victim identified in Warren homicide

WARREN — On the Sunday after Thanksgiving, Warren police responded to a home in the 13000 block of Julius Avenue for a welfare check.

Published December 2, 2021

Officials respond to school closings, threats to districts

OAKLAND/MACOMB COUNTIES — On Dec. 2, two days after a student opened fire at Oxford High School, killing four students and wounding several other students and a teacher, more than 60 schools were closed out of an “abundance of caution” due to threats made.

Published November 24, 2021

Loan experts discuss the 30-year mortgage versus shorter-term loans

METRO DETROIT — The process of preparing to purchase a home is an exciting time in the lives of many people.

Published November 24, 2021

Small businesses balance hope, concerns as normal struggles to return in Warren

WARREN — Brandee Buckley worked at another local salon and attended beauty school in Ohio before she decided to start her own small business in Warren, at 12 Mile and Hoover roads.

Published November 22, 2021

Maintain your furnace with fresh filters and seasonal tuneups

METRO DETROIT — As winter approaches and the air grows chill, homeowners are turning up the heat and thinking more about furnace maintenance.

Published November 22, 2021

Blood drives to help with donation shortage

METRO DETROIT — Wanted: blood donors. You must be in good health and feeling well, 16 years old or older (in most states) and weigh at least 110 pounds.

Published November 22, 2021

‘There is a bond that connects all veterans’

WARREN — The military veterans who once attended De La Salle Collegiate High School will forever be known for their service to the U.S.

Published November 18, 2021

Shoppers delighted as holiday craft shows return

METRO DETROIT — The aroma of fresh-baked cookies that fills the air as shoppers hunt for handmade Christmas crafts, delicate jewelry pieces, stocking stuffers and more has found its place again as craft show season has begun.

Published November 18, 2021

Supply chain shortages, rising costs are impacting local food pantries

METRO DETROIT — By now, every household has likely experienced the effects of supply chain and labor shortages in one way or another.

Published November 17, 2021

At 60, Warren Astronomical Society still reaching for the stars

METRO DETROIT — Looking to keep their father busy in his twilight years, Jon Blum’s adult children bought him a telescope as a retirement gift 20 years ago, when he wrapped up his career as a dermatologist.

Published November 17, 2021

Former county prosecutor sentencing adjourned to 2022

MACOMB COUNTY — Counsel for a former Macomb County prosecutor argue that if sentencing is not delayed, it will cause prejudice by forcing them to choose which criminal case deserves their focused attention.

Published November 17, 2021

Bask in the warm glow cast by holiday shows

METRO DETROIT — With most theaters now operating again, the holiday show tradition returns to stages throughout the area, warming hearts of all ages with music, dance and plays.

Published November 11, 2021

Warren police officer on motorcycle injured on freeway ramp

WARREN — A Warren police motorcycle officer was seriously injured in a crash on the ramp to westbound Interstate 696 near Bunert Road Nov. 10.

Road Commission prepares for winter season

Published November 11, 2021

Road Commission for Oakland County prepares for winter season

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Road Commission for Oakland County is preparing for the winter season, and it’s beginning by taking on its annual review of its winter maintenance procedures.

Published November 10, 2021

Police continue to search for missing Rochester Hills teen

ROCHESTER HILLS — Police from various agencies have joined the search for a Rochester Hills teen who went missing while visiting Michigan State University Oct. 29.

Published November 10, 2021

Boy spends special day at Selfridge

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — He looked like a kid in a candy store, except he was at a U.S. military installation.

Published November 10, 2021

Fundraising campaign raises over $40k for student struck by car on 24 Mile

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Friends, family, the community and a local school are rallying around a local teen.

Published November 10, 2021

Women open up businesses after pandemic hits

METRO DETROIT — “Are you sure you want to do this?” Alexandria Joubert heard that question several times as she made plans to open her own business in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Published November 10, 2021

Center Line residents invited to take part in annual ‘Light Up the Sky’ contest

CENTER LINE — The days are growing shorter. The nights are getting longer. As we approach the holidays and also the darkest days of the year, members of the Center Line Beautification Commission will soon be out scouting for the prettiest, best-lit properties to honor in the annual Light Up the Sky holiday decorating contest.