Opening of Broadway Park West Connects Downtown Ann Arbor to B2B Trail
The Lower Town Riverfront Conservancy (LTRC) has announced the official opening of Broadway Park West — a new hub for community engagement in Ann Arbor. The opening weekend will be celebrated with a three-day public event, runningSept. 12-14. Broadway Park features 1,200 ft of Huron River frontage, 7 acres...
Man charged with 7 felonies after Oakland County gym assault, police chase
WEST BLOOMFIELD, Mich. – A 58-year-old man from West Bloomfield has been charged with seven felonies after allegedly committing a series of crimes in West Bloomfield. According to authorities, police received a 911 call Wednesday, Aug. 20, regarding a man punching staff at the Planet Fitness on Orchard Lake Road.
Bill’s Beer Garden to remain open despite neighboring store’s closure
ANN ARBOR, MI — Downtown Ann Arbor has long seen two neighboring “gardens” attached at the hip. Bill’s Beer Garden operates out of Downtown Home & Garden’s parking lot on the South Ashley Street property. Despite Downtown Home & Garden’s recently announced closure, beers will...
Special Weather Statement Issued 7:06PM for Washtenaw County
A Special Weather Statement of moderate severity has been issued for Washtenaw County, effective from 7:06 PM to 8:00 PM EDT on August 23, 2025, warning of strong thunderstorms with winds exceeding 40 mph capable of knocking down tree limbs and blowing around unsecured objects. At 706 PM EDT, Doppler...
Metro Detroit officers offer safety tips as students return to class for fall semester
As the new school year begins across Metro Detroit, safety remains a top priority for families, students, and local law enforcement. Several officers are sharing important tips and advice to ensure a smooth and safe start to the academic year. Stay Alert in School Safety Zones. Wayne County Sheriff Raphael...
Teen sentenced for killing Oakland County deputy in Detroit
Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Detective Brad Reckling’s death wasn’t an accident or a result of youthful recklessness or poor judgment because of his age, his wife and a Wayne County prosecutor said Friday. Raymone Debose’s age — 18 at the time of Reckling’s murder — doesn’t...
3 charged in connection with shooting of 6-year-old killed by stray bullet
Three Detroit men have been charged in the deadly shooting of a 6-year-old who was struck by a stray bullet.
From marching band to wiring homes: Detroit teen’s unique path
DETROIT – At just 19 years old, Alex Bojanowski is already helping light up homes across southeast Michigan. He’s an apprentice electrician with AJ Danboise in Farmington Hills, a company that’s been around for nearly a century. Fresh out of high school, Alex was offered music scholarships...
Body of man found in West Bloomfield Township lake in July positively identified
Authorities have identified the body of a man found in a West Bloomfield Township lake last month. A man’s body was found in Pine Lake on July 29.
See Ann Arbor’s newest burger at the Vanguard Hotel’s bistro
The La Serre Burger is one of the French brasserie-style bistro's most popular offerings.
