Dream Cruisers go rogue as classic car lovers flock to Woodward despite cancellation from pandemic

Police are trying to disperse the drivers and get regular traffic only on Woodward tonight. Social distancing is going on for the most part, there was a throng gathered in one section gathered around cars, however.

Impact of canceled Dream Cruise already being felt on Woodward

Saturday was to have been the 26th annual Woodward Dream Cruise with all kinds of people attending. So far this week in the days leading up to it, the people are not there. 

Donate to Kits 4 Kids for Royal Oak kindergarten supplies

Two high school seniors in Royal Oak are raising funds for Kits for Kids to put together school supplies for kindergartners.

Royal Oak City Commission approves sale of recreational pot

The Royal Oak City Commission took a big step Monday night by approving the sales of marijuana within their city limits. Over a four-hour zoom call, residents offered their take as commissioners voted to go ahead with located spots where dispensaries could be established.

Royal Oak commissioners approves cannabis sales in city
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The Royal Oak City Commission took a big step Monday night by approving the sales of marijuana within their city limits. Over a four hour zoom call, residents offered their take as commissioners voted to go ahead with located spots where dispensaries could be established.

Arts, Beats and Eats announces virtual, by-appointment and drive-in events for Labor Day weekend

The 2020 Soaring Eagle Arts, Beats & Eats has officially been canceled amid the COVID-19 pandemic, though organizers have announced other events that will take its place in Royal Oak this Labor Day weekend.

Fifth Avenue bar owner in Royal Oak reacts to possible COVID-19 exposure

We talk with the owner of Fifth Avenue in Royal Oak after health officials say three people who tested positive for COVID-19 were at the bar on June 19.

'Literally hundreds of people present,' a warning from Oakland health officials about COVID-19 exposure
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There were hundreds of people present with little social distancing at a Royal Oak bar on June 19. Oakland County's medical director is warning that many of them could have been exposed to COVID-19 and is urging people to be on the lookout for symptoms.

3 people with COVID-19 report being at Royal Oak bar June 19

Three individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 reported being at Fifth Avenue Royal Oak the evening of June 19, prior to the start of symptoms.

Cities unanimously vote to cancel 2020 Woodward Dream Cruise

The status of the Woodward Dream Cruise commencing this year will be decided on Monday when its board will discuss the best direction for 2020.

Emagine Royal Oak defying orders and will reopen for Juneteenth Film Festival

The Emagine Theater in Royal Oak is set to host a Juneteenth film festival June 19-25, honoring the work of Black actors, screenwriters and filmmakers.

Trattoria Da Luigi in Royal Oak has 'ghost dining' to keep social distance guidelines

Owner Luigi Cutraro said his wife came up with the idea. Instead of removing tables from this authentic Italian restaurant, they decided to social distance with ghosts - as white sheets cover some of the chairs creating a safe distance.

No parking wars in downtown Royal Oak yet, as police hand out friendly reminders

"We're giving them these warning letters just as a courtesy and a head's up to let you know that we will be coming back," said Carter, Royal Oak police.