Man attempts to use potato as gun silencer in Pontiac double murder, sheriff says
Authorities say it appears a man used a potato in an attempt to silence his gun when he shot and killed two people inside a Pontiac apartment Tuesday morning. Despite this, a neighbor heard the gunshots and called 911.
2 men shot to death in Pontiac apartment, suspect on the run
“Witnesses said a subject ran from the apartment after the shooting," according to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office.
Pontiac woman charged after 29 dogs and 8 cats found living in her house
FOX 2 spoke to Karmen Schooly by phone. She said there are two sides to every story – and wanted to be clear, this started as a code violation not an animal cruelty investigation.
Woman who killed motorcyclist in DUI crash in Pontiac sentenced to prison
A White Lake Township woman who pleaded guilty to striking and killing a motorcyclist while intoxicated in 2023 was sentenced to 2 1/2 to 15 years in prison.
Pontiac man charged with killing neighbor, raping victim's wife, daughter
Responding officers arrived and found the husband and father dead in the driveway with a stab wound to his chest.
Arizona man raped woman while in Michigan for work conference, prosecutors say
The 36-year-old defendant made a copy of the victim's hotel key before sexually assaulting her, the prosecutor's office said.
Erebus Haunted Attraction hiring for 25th terrifying season
Erebus Haunted Attraction is hiring for its 25th season in Pontiac. The scares start Sept. 13.
Witnesses testify McKenzie Cochran said 'I can't breathe' before his death at Northland Mall
On day two of trial for the security guards who held down McKenzie Cochran until he died from asphyxiation at Northland Mall in 2014, several witnesses and the jewelry store clerk who called security on Cochran took the stand.
Pontiac shelter's longest resident dog is still seeking her forever home
Sharon, a mixed-breed dog, is about three and a half years old. She has been at the Oakland County Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center since New Year's Eve of 2021, and the shelter is still looking for a forever home for her.
Speeding driver killed after being ejected from Dodge Charger in Pontiac
A 19-year-old man died early Monday after crashing a Dodge Charger in Pontiac. The victim was not wearing a seat belt and was ejected from the car.
Woodward Dream Cruise: Parking, times, merchandise, and more
A million people attend the Woodward Dream Cruise every year - meaning finding parking can be a bit difficult. Here's how best to plan ahead.
Waterford mom and her two sons killed after SUV flips into Lapeer creek
It was a sad day at Pontiac City Hall after losing one of their own over the weekend.
5 teens shot during 4th of July party in Pontiac released from hospital
Five teenage boys who were shot during a 4th of July house party last week have been released from the hospital, according to the Oakland County Sheriff's Office. Crime Stoppers is offering $1,000 for information.
Girl, 15, missing from Pontiac
Kallie Williams has no known family in the area and is new to Pontiac.
Shootout in Pontiac leaves one in critical condition
A 28-year-old Pontiac man was arrested for his involvement in the shooting.
Kids who survived cancer take ride on Pontiac race track ahead of Grand Prix
Some incredible high-performance race cars carried some very precious cargo – kids who have battled cancer.
Local race fans attend double race watch party
F1 lovers and IndyCar fans both got what they wanted at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac this weekend.
Pontiac murder suspect, parole absconder, arrested in Texas
Juan Ramirez Jr., 31, was arrested without incident about 2 p.m. at a bus station in Dallas.
Detectives investigating multiple shootings at Pontiac's North Hill Farms Apartments
Investigators with the Oakland County Sheriff's Office are investigating two shootings that happened this week at Pontiac's North Hill Farms Apartments.
'This is constant': Residents sick of violence after fatal shooting at Pontiac apartment
Residents at North Hill Farms Apartments in Pontiac, where a man was killed early Wednesday, say the violence is constant, and they are sick of it.