Oakland County water main break leaves restaurants closed, business owners frustrated
While the water main has been replaced at this point — systems need to be flushed, pressure needs to be restored and it’s really a case-by-case basis depending on the community.
While the water main has been replaced at this point — systems need to be flushed, pressure needs to be restored and it’s really a case-by-case basis depending on the community.
Trump temporarily spared from paying $83M defamation award to E. Jean Carroll
President Donald Trump has been spared from paying E. Jean Carroll $83 million for now.
President Donald Trump has been spared from paying E. Jean Carroll $83 million for now.
Oakland County residents line up at water distribution sites amid water main break
Thousands of Oakland County residents are still dealing with the aftermath of the water main break that left many under boil water advisories and strict water use restrictions.
Thousands of Oakland County residents are still dealing with the aftermath of the water main break that left many under boil water advisories and strict water use restrictions.
Water distribution sites remain open in Oakland County
As crews continue repairs, residents have been lining up at emergency distribution sites for bottled water and other supplies. With people getting off work, the line is picking up at Atwater Park in Lake Orion. Throughout the past couple of days, thousands of gallons of water have been distributed.
As crews continue repairs, residents have been lining up at emergency distribution sites for bottled water and other supplies. With people getting off work, the line is picking up at Atwater Park in Lake Orion. Throughout the past couple of days, thousands of gallons of water have been distributed.
Oakland County business owners wait out closures after water main break
Business owners are feeling the pain in portions of Oakland County in the wake of closing due to the massive water main break in Auburn Hills.
Business owners are feeling the pain in portions of Oakland County in the wake of closing due to the massive water main break in Auburn Hills.
Damaged water pipe replaced as Oakland County advisories continue
Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) CEO Susan Coffey said the replacement pipe was welded into place by 6 p.m. Monday, and the pipe was full and back to normal pressure by 2 a.m. Tuesday.
Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) CEO Susan Coffey said the replacement pipe was welded into place by 6 p.m. Monday, and the pipe was full and back to normal pressure by 2 a.m. Tuesday.
Pet sitter who allegedly beat dog on camera under investigation by Warren police
The woman, a pet sitter, can be seen smacking Frankie in the face and kicking him. Frankie’s owner – Bobbie Brody – says she’s used the same sitter four times.
The woman, a pet sitter, can be seen smacking Frankie in the face and kicking him. Frankie’s owner – Bobbie Brody – says she’s used the same sitter four times.
Food truck owners hit hard by rising gas prices
Rising gas prices are not only impacting drivers at the pump, but also food trucks. They’re feeling the pinch and say it’s hitting their bottom line.
Rising gas prices are not only impacting drivers at the pump, but also food trucks. They’re feeling the pinch and say it’s hitting their bottom line.
Detroit Mayor Sheffield announces 'Occupy the Summer' program
We saw them last month teen takeovers in downtown Detroit. It’s when youth converge on a public space and at times engage in violent activities, like fighting and vandalism. So Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield is using her six-point community safety program to get Detroit youth off the streets and engaged in something positive.
We saw them last month teen takeovers in downtown Detroit. It’s when youth converge on a public space and at times engage in violent activities, like fighting and vandalism. So Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield is using her six-point community safety program to get Detroit youth off the streets and engaged in something positive.
Police launch 'Operation Block' to find missing persons in Detroit
On Tuesday, crews were at Pingree Park for "Operation Block," which is an initiative to locate individuals who have been reported missing. The specific search on May 12 was for someone last reported in the area in April 2023.
On Tuesday, crews were at Pingree Park for "Operation Block," which is an initiative to locate individuals who have been reported missing. The specific search on May 12 was for someone last reported in the area in April 2023.
10 ways to save on car insurance in Michigan
Car insurance is a legal requirement -- but there are a few easy ways to save some money.
Car insurance is a legal requirement -- but there are a few easy ways to save some money.
Chinese cars: Good or bad for the US?
Richard Truett of Crains auto Magazine discusses whether Chinese cars should be sold in the US -- and you may be surprised by his take.
Richard Truett of Crains auto Magazine discusses whether Chinese cars should be sold in the US -- and you may be surprised by his take.
Officials investigating Flat Rock black bear sighting
A black bear sighting has authorities on high alert after video from a home in the area showed one walking at night. The sighting was in the area of Woodruff Road, between Olmstead and I-75 in Flat Rock. If you do see the bear, please do not approach or interact with it. Instead, avoid the animal and call the police department. The City of Rockwood is also advising residents to exercise caution following its sighting on a home security camera. The bear was seen moving through a residential yard before continuing north.
A black bear sighting has authorities on high alert after video from a home in the area showed one walking at night. The sighting was in the area of Woodruff Road, between Olmstead and I-75 in Flat Rock. If you do see the bear, please do not approach or interact with it. Instead, avoid the animal and call the police department. The City of Rockwood is also advising residents to exercise caution following its sighting on a home security camera. The bear was seen moving through a residential yard before continuing north.
Hantavirus in Minnesota: Officials monitor person who might have been exposed
Health officials say they are monitoring a Minnesota resident after possible exposure to hantavirus abroad.
Health officials say they are monitoring a Minnesota resident after possible exposure to hantavirus abroad.
FBI report shows increase in attacks on law enforcement in 2025
New data shows that officer assaults hit a 10-year high in 2025. Here's what to know.
New data shows that officer assaults hit a 10-year high in 2025. Here's what to know.
Black Bear spotted in Metro Detroit: Officials investigating Flat Rock sighting
Officials are investigating a potential black bear sighting in Flat Rock after video appeared to show one walking near a home. The police department said the Michigan DNR has been notified of the sighting.
Officials are investigating a potential black bear sighting in Flat Rock after video appeared to show one walking near a home. The police department said the Michigan DNR has been notified of the sighting.
Westland man who built basement bomb to help ISIS, sentenced to prison
He downloaded a video that provided step-by-step instructions on the manufacture of an improvised explosive device (IED) using triacetone triperoxide (TATP), known as "The Mother of Satan."
He downloaded a video that provided step-by-step instructions on the manufacture of an improvised explosive device (IED) using triacetone triperoxide (TATP), known as "The Mother of Satan."
How to deal with trauma
Dr Kimberly Nelms talks about turning her pain into purpose and helping others deal with trauma.
Dr Kimberly Nelms talks about turning her pain into purpose and helping others deal with trauma.
Oakland County water main break repair timeline
The new pipe is in the ground and work is underway to fix an Auburn Hills water main break that is impacting multiple Oakland County communities.
The new pipe is in the ground and work is underway to fix an Auburn Hills water main break that is impacting multiple Oakland County communities.
Oakland County water main break puts spotlight on aging infrastructure
Wayne State professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Shawn McElmurry, shares perspective on what makes water mains break prematurely.
Wayne State professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Shawn McElmurry, shares perspective on what makes water mains break prematurely.



















