State of Emergency declared over Great Lakes Water Authority water main break
A boil advisory impacting 130,000 residents will remain in place for at least two weeks due to the replacement need of a massive pipe that burst over the weekend.
A boil advisory impacting 130,000 residents will remain in place for at least two weeks due to the replacement need of a massive pipe that burst over the weekend.
Update: GLWA reduces water boil advisory to 13 communities following water main break
The location of the leak has been found approximately one mile west of the GLWA's Lake Huron Water Treatment Facility. Crews are working on isolating the area so that they can start repairs.
The location of the leak has been found approximately one mile west of the GLWA's Lake Huron Water Treatment Facility. Crews are working on isolating the area so that they can start repairs.
Suspect of deadly assault at Orion Twp GM plant arraigned on open murder charge
“As we pivot to holding the suspect accountable for the incredibly brutal murder he perpetrated, our prayers are with the families and co-workers that are affected,” Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said.
“As we pivot to holding the suspect accountable for the incredibly brutal murder he perpetrated, our prayers are with the families and co-workers that are affected,” Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said.
GLWA issued water boil advisory for 23 communities, lifts 10
Boiled, bottled or disinfected water should be used for drinking, making ice, washing dishes, brushing teeth, and preparing food until further notice, according to the advisory.
Boiled, bottled or disinfected water should be used for drinking, making ice, washing dishes, brushing teeth, and preparing food until further notice, according to the advisory.
4 Southeast Michigan beaches closed over high bacteria levels
In addition to bacteria levels, officials are still monitoring a chemical leak in the Huron River after a cancer-causing material was released.
In addition to bacteria levels, officials are still monitoring a chemical leak in the Huron River after a cancer-causing material was released.
Sheriff says man killed at GM Lake Orion plant died after argument over debt
A Pontiac father and grandfather was killed on Thursday during an argument at the GM Lake Orion assembly plant. According to the sheriff, it's believed the argument started over a debt that was owed.
A Pontiac father and grandfather was killed on Thursday during an argument at the GM Lake Orion assembly plant. According to the sheriff, it's believed the argument started over a debt that was owed.
Invasive spotted lanternfly found in Michigan for first time
Invasive spotted lanternfly have been found in Michigan for the first time.
Invasive spotted lanternfly have been found in Michigan for the first time.
GM Lake Orion plant fight leaves Pontiac grandfather dead
A Pontiac man died after a fight with a co-worker at the GM Lake Orion plant.
A Pontiac man died after a fight with a co-worker at the GM Lake Orion plant.
GM Lake Orion plant shutdown after employee fight leaves 1 dead; suspect arrested
Employees arriving for their morning shift were being turned away without explanation.
Employees arriving for their morning shift were being turned away without explanation.
Oakland County public transit millage will be on November ballot
Oakland County leaders voted to put a public transit millage on the ballot - but the potential price tag if approved in November isn't setting too well with some residents.
Oakland County leaders voted to put a public transit millage on the ballot - but the potential price tag if approved in November isn't setting too well with some residents.
Thieves rob Royal Oak music organization of $6K worth of band equipment
Despite losing thousands of dollars in guitars, drum sets, and other equipment, the man behind Detroit School of Rock and Pop Music still managed to put on a show the night of the theft.
Despite losing thousands of dollars in guitars, drum sets, and other equipment, the man behind Detroit School of Rock and Pop Music still managed to put on a show the night of the theft.
Alice Cooper announced as Motor City Comic Con guest
Michigan rocker Alice Cooper will be at the 2022 Motor City Comic Con in Novi.
Michigan rocker Alice Cooper will be at the 2022 Motor City Comic Con in Novi.
Immersive haunted attraction opening at rumored haunted theatre in Metro Detroit
Birmingham 8, a movie theatre and former playhouse rumored to be haunted, is transforming into an immersive haunted attraction for Halloween.
Birmingham 8, a movie theatre and former playhouse rumored to be haunted, is transforming into an immersive haunted attraction for Halloween.
5 in custody after drugs stolen during Royal Oak pharmacy robbery
Three men robbed a Royal Oak pharmacy, then fled with the drugs in a vehicle occupied by two other men, police said.
Three men robbed a Royal Oak pharmacy, then fled with the drugs in a vehicle occupied by two other men, police said.
Woman attacks Rochester Hills Meijer cashier who said she had too many items for self-checkout
A suspect attacked a Rochester Hills Meijer cashier after being told she had too many items for self-checkout.
A suspect attacked a Rochester Hills Meijer cashier after being told she had too many items for self-checkout.
Oakland County woman wins $500K on $5 Michigan Lottery scratch-off
An Oakland County woman who says she loves the Michigan Lottery recently bought a $5 scratch-off. When she revealed she won $500,000, she immediately went inside the store to check if it was real or not.
An Oakland County woman who says she loves the Michigan Lottery recently bought a $5 scratch-off. When she revealed she won $500,000, she immediately went inside the store to check if it was real or not.
Thousands without power in Royal Oak and Madison Heights after substation fire
More than 7,300 homes were without power after an explosion was heard at a substation where a fire broke out Monday.
More than 7,300 homes were without power after an explosion was heard at a substation where a fire broke out Monday.
Novi sex offender accused of creating child porn after investigators find disturbing videos on his phone
A Novi man is accused of making child porn. Authorities say they found videos on Glenn Dennison's phone of a man they believe is him engaged in sex acts with children.
A Novi man is accused of making child porn. Authorities say they found videos on Glenn Dennison's phone of a man they believe is him engaged in sex acts with children.
Blake's South Lyon cider mill plans to continue Erwin traditions with new additions
Blake's South Lyon cider mill is opening Aug. 20. The Armada-based business purchased Erwin Orchards when the owners retired.
Blake's South Lyon cider mill is opening Aug. 20. The Armada-based business purchased Erwin Orchards when the owners retired.
Huron River chemical spill: EGLE says test results show no hexavalent chromium in water
Test results from the Huron River showed no hexavalent chromium in the water after a chemical spill was reported. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has expanded testing, and a "do not contact" recommendation is still in effect.
Test results from the Huron River showed no hexavalent chromium in the water after a chemical spill was reported. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has expanded testing, and a "do not contact" recommendation is still in effect.