FERNDALE — Amid the threat of rainfall, thousands of people still made their way to downtown Ferndale for the city’s annual Woodward Dream Cruise celebrations.

FERNDALE/BERKLEY — The Woodward Dream Cruise is almost ready to kick off, and local police departments are ready for the influx of drivers for the busy weekend.

METRO DETROIT — A recent 4-3 ruling by the Michigan Supreme Court affecting the state’s laws governing minimum wage and sick time is sending shockwaves through many businesses, including the restaurant industry.

FERNDALE — The birthplace of the Woodward Dream Cruise is ready to celebrate the historic event once again.

BERKLEY — Classic vehicles from yesteryear will take to the city of Berkley during Woodward Dream Cruise weekend.

BERKLEY — The state House representative from the city of Berkley will have a chance to continue serving in the Michigan Legislature.

OAKLAND COUNTY — The next election will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 6, and voters should take note of a couple of deadlines before hitting the polls.

FERNDALE — Ferndale will be playing host to the first Webcomicon, an event that will bring popular comic artists together to one convention.

BERKLEY — The city of Berkley was one of 14 areas that was awarded a grant from the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments for a future project.

FERNDALE — New parking rates have been implemented in the city of Ferndale as of July 1.

BERKLEY — Downtown Berkley brought in thousands of people July 13 for its annual Street Art Fest.

FERNDALE — Downtown Ferndale is looking to add to the public art in the city.

BERKLEY — With summer break currently ongoing, the Berkley School District has been working on projects at different properties.

FERNDALE — Police investigating multiple incidents involving BB or gel pellet guns were able to identify suspects in the case.

FERNDALE — The taste and smell of barbecue will permeate throughout Ferndale with the return of the Pig & Whiskey festival.