WEST BLOOMFIELD — Byron Turnquist officially retired from his role as fire marshal of the West Bloomfield Fire Department June 27, after 29 years of service.

OAKLAND COUNTY — Summer is in full swing, and people are enjoying Oakland County’s many beautiful lakes and waterways.

KEEGO HARBOR — Tragedy struck a group of five fishing on Cass Lake when one of them misjudged the depth of the water and died from drowning.

WEST BLOOMFIELD — During a meeting of the West Bloomfield Board of Trustees June 23, members voted for a 23% water rate increase and 13% sewer rate increase, an option referred to as “Rip the Band-Aid Off.”

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the holiday weekend of July 3-6.

METRO DETROIT — There is a large group of micro/mini car owners nationwide who meet occasionally to bond over the unique vehicles they own.

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of June 27-29.

GLEN ARBOR — If you’re looking for a classic summer vacation in Michigan — the kind where water, woods and whatever are available at your will on any given day — look no further than Glen Arbor on the Leelanau Peninsula.

METRO DETROIT — The year was 1972 and Rufus McGaugh was living in Warren after serving two years in the military, including several months in Vietnam.

METRO DETROIT — While everyone hopes for the best of health, legal experts say that crafting a “living will” — and deciding who has the medical power of attorney to act on it — is a plan worth having.

METRO DETROIT — For many years, people around the U.S. have been working together to provide safe ecosystems for bugs, birds and other pollinators right in their backyards, and they continue to encourage others to do the same.

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.

WEST BLOOMFIELD — The Greater West Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce recently hosted its 16th Annual Health & Wellness Fair, with more than 40 vendors on display.

WEST BLOOMFIELD — The West Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees is expected to vote June 23 on a possible water and sewer rate hike that will start with the July 1 meter read.

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.

WEST BLOOMFIELD/ROYAL OAK — Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald has charged Kelly Reid, 34, of West Bloomfield, with reckless use of a firearm, after Reid allegedly left a loaded handgun in her child’s backpack.

WEST BLOOMFIELD — The West Bloomfield Fire Department recently unveiled its newest asset: a Rosenbauer Commander Cobra.

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.