Royal Oak considering safety measures for Woodward Dream Cruise this summer

Although Governor Gretchen Whitmer's Stay at Home Order expires at the end of May, concerns over the spread of the virus will likely stick around well into the summer and beyond. 

Proving Grounds coffee shop in Royal Oak stays open with help from Payroll Protection

The Proving Grounds Coffee Shop has been in Milford for three years. This January they opened a second location in downtown Royal Oak where Gayle's Chocolates used to be.

Enjoy a virtual visit to the Detroit Zoo with classes, webcams during pandemic shutdown

Employees are working hard but also working six feet apart and with masks on. They are watching the animals closely that are for the first time living at the zoo minus the 15,000 summer daily visits from humans. 

Royal Oak realtor holds Virtual Drag Queen Bingo events on Facebook

"We were trying to figure out what we could do to pivot and someone said bingo - and I went, drag queen bingo - that's exactly what would be awesome," said Shaffer of Jim Shaffer and Associates.

Royal Oak city commissioner arrested for shoplifting at Meijer

She allegedly tried to leave without paying for items at a self-checkout station. She was given a ticket for a misdemeanor.

Windsor nurse won't let COVID-19 stop him from battling on front line at Beaumont Royal Oak

The border can be a dividing line. Here we see healthcare workers as heroes, but back at home they can face scrutiny. Some think healthcare workers are bringing the virus to Windsor where it is not as widespread. 

Royal Oak man uses his 3-D printers to make medical masks for hospitals

The mechanical engineer works at a local 3-D printing company, Geofabrica. But it is now deemed non-essential, forced to close up shop. Nicholas saw a need, and has the skills to help.  

Metro Detroit hospitals nearing capacity over coronavirus cases
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One of Michigan's largest hospital systems said it was nearing capacity as the number of COVID-19 patients continues to rise.

Royal Oak first responders say they are prepared for COVID-19 patients

"If the patient is coughing, will put a mask on them," he said. "If it seems like they have a known disease we will use our full face masks and try to keep a little bit of a distance between us and them that's really the best thing we can do."

Royal Oak coffee shop selling mugs and cards with Beaumont patient drawings on them

Maggie Lee has been through a lot at only 7 years old. She's beaten brain cancer and is out of treatment. Much of what helped her get through the disease was her art therapist and their sessions drawing and painting.

Royal Oak parking officer injured in hit and run

The officer was injured with a broken leg and told the woman behind the wheel to pull over so he could call for back-up.

Deaf Detroit area rapper Sean Forbes makes history, shoots up the charts

Rapper Sean Forbes is the first deaf musician ever on the charts, topping No. 1 on Amazon for all genres, and No. 1 in the hip hop category both on Amazon and iTunes.  

Police investigating 'multiple' gunshots at Airbnb house party in Royal Oak

Police are investigating 'numerous' gunshots that happened at an Airbnb house party on Pingree Street in Royal Oak the night of Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020.