Oakland County Municipalities
18 storiesCoverage tied to a municipality can bring together local government decisions, development projects, road work, schools, business changes and public-safety updates when readers need to understand what is happening in one specific community.
Birmingham Residents Criticize New Gateway Sign on Woodward Avenue
A new $700000 gateway sign in Birmingham has drawn criticism from residents who say its spiked design feels unwelcoming and hard to read while city officials have declined to comment on possible changes
Two Bloomfield Township Boys Critically Hurt in E Motorcycle Crash
Two 13-year-olds from Bloomfield Township remain in critical condition after being struck by a Ford F-250 while riding an electric motorcycle through a crosswalk on South Telegraph Road on Labor Day
Oak Park Halts New Short Term Rental Licenses for Six Months
Oak Park has stopped issuing new short term rental licenses through February 2027 while city officials review safety rules and gather resident feedback after a fatal shooting at a rental property
Birmingham Expands Fall Activities With New Playground and STEM Events
Birmingham, Michigan is rolling out new family-friendly options this fall, including an inclusive playground at Poppleton Park, hands-on robotics classes, farmers market festivals and a fire department open house for kids and parents
Southeast Michigan Survey Seeks Resident Input on Urban Deer Issues
Residents in Farmington Hills and neighboring cities are being asked to weigh in on deer-related problems, from car crashes to property damage, as part of a new regional survey open through November 1
Farmington Hills to Join Regional Urban Deer Survey This Fall
A new urban deer survey will run from September 1 to November 1, 2026, as Farmington Hills and other Southeast Michigan communities seek data to address rising deer-related accidents, property damage, and health risks
Farmington Schedules Public Hearing on Brownfield Plan for Senior Apartments
A public hearing is set for September 22 at Farmington City Hall to review a proposed Brownfield Plan that could fund major rehabilitation of the Farmington Place Apartments, a senior income-based complex on Grand River Avenue
Farmington Schools Face Scrutiny After Antisemitic Drawing at Warner Middle
Farmington Public Schools leaders are under pressure after parents raised concerns about antisemitism and student safety at Warner Middle School, following a recent incident involving Nazi imagery in a classroom.
Oakland County Residents Asked to Weigh In on Urban Deer Management
A new survey invites Oakland County residents to share their experiences with local deer as cities consider expanding culling programs. The survey is open through November 1 and aims to guide future management decisions.
Farmington Hills Offers Free Car Seat Inspections September 12
The Farmington Hills Fire Department will provide free car seat inspections for families on Sunday, September 12. Appointments are required and must be confirmed by September 10 to secure a spot at Fire Station #3.
Metro Detroit Deer Cull Plans Face Delays and Long Waitlists
Metro Detroit suburbs including Livonia and Beverly Hills are seeking deer culls to manage rising deer populations, but staffing shortages and high demand mean some communities may wait until 2027 or later for USDA-led operations
Oakland County Road Construction Paused for Labor Day Weekend
Most Oakland County road construction will be suspended from Friday, September 4 at 3 p.m. through Tuesday, September 8 at 6 a.m. to help reduce holiday traffic delays, with several key roads remaining closed for ongoing repairs.
Farmington Hills Recognized as HEARTSafe Community for Cardiac Response
Farmington Hills has earned the HEARTSafe Community designation after training nearly 15% of residents in CPR and registering over 140 AED locations, making it one of only three Michigan cities to achieve the program's highest standard
Farmington Public Safety Names Shane Wash as Deputy Director
Shane Wash has been promoted to Deputy Director of Farmington Public Safety after more than 20 years with the department, bringing extensive leadership and training experience to the city's top public safety team
Farmington Public Safety Promotes Four Leaders at City Ceremony
Four Farmington Public Safety Department members were honored with promotions during the August 17 City Council meeting, recognizing decades of combined experience and new leadership roles within the department.
Rochester Approves Downtown Social District to Boost Local Business
Rochester City Council has approved a new social district downtown, allowing customers to carry alcoholic beverages outdoors within a designated area. The plan aims to increase foot traffic and support businesses, pending state review.
Family Escapes Farmington Hills House Fire Sparked by Lightning
A lightning strike ignited a fire at a Morningview Street home in Farmington Hills early Monday, prompting a swift response from firefighters and allowing a family of four to evacuate safely without injuries.
Farmington Retail Incubator Offers Short-Term Storefronts to Entrepreneurs
A new retail incubator in downtown Farmington is giving small business owners a chance to test brick-and-mortar locations with 90-day leases, helping them move from online or pop-up sales to permanent shops.