Oakland County

Chances for showers and thunderstorms continue into the weekend for Metro Detroit, with risks increasing through Saturday evening and Sunday. While much of Saturday may remain dry, a low pressure system working south of Metro Detroit raises storm chances by late weekend. By next week, high pressure builds in, bringing drier weather until another cold front brings back shower chances on Wednesday.

An Oakland County task force is conducting a special effort to arrest men who are financing human trafficking victims, often targeting establishments frequented during events like the Dream Cruise. Investigators obtained video evidence of men being busted in an undercover sting at an Oakland County hotel. So far, the task force has arrested 45 individuals and led to 57 felonies and 19 misdemeanors.

Thunderstorms are expected to move across Metro Detroit on Monday, Aug. 10. A list of special weather statements has been provided for multiple counties, including Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Monroe, Livingston, Lenawee, Lapeer, Genesee, St. Clair, and Sanilac.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom visited Oakland County to support Democratic candidates Sarah Pounds and Alex Hawkins for the Michigan House, while also planning to meet with Abdul El-Sayed about the U.S. Senate race. Newsom stressed that winning the Senate requires not only party support within Michigan but also outside assistance. Republican gubernatorial nominee John James reacted to the visit by suggesting California is detrimental to Michigan.

Police are investigating a scene on 9 Mile Road in Southfield following an incident that occurred on Sunday morning. The area is currently marked with crime scene tape, and officers are actively investigating the situation. WDIV Local 4 News and ClickOnDetroit.com are reporting on the developing story.

Following a big vote with nearly 90 percent support, a small section of West Bloomfield Township became Cass Lake Village, establishing Oakland County's first new community in decades. Residents pushed for this change to resolve a massive $25 million infrastructure deficit and address failing public structures like bridges. The process allowed residents to legally turn their existing HOA into a village, enabling access to state infrastructure grants.

Oakland County voters rejected a regional property tax increase aimed at funding public schools, leading to disappointment among educators who argued the vote undermines student support. The failed millage would have added $1.50 per $1,000 of taxable home value, generating $780 more per student annually, but opponents cited economic pressures and tax burden concerns.

SMART celebrated early voting results showing 66.2% support for a Wayne County transit millage, which would expand public transportation to 17 previously opt-out communities and generate $57 million annually for services. The millage, at 0.98 mills, would cost property owners about $8 monthly for a $100,000 home and fund new routes, extensions, and on-demand services. Opponents argue it is an unnecessary expense, while supporters highlight economic and accessibility benefits.

The article provides a list of counties and townships in Michigan where results for the 2026 Primary Election can be found. Locations include Oakland County, Wayne County, Macomb County, and others with specific townships such as Ferndale, Royal Oak, and Grosse Ile.

Michigan’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary remains too close to call as of 1:25 a.m. Wednesday, with Abdul El-Sayed and U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Birmingham) nearly tied at 48.9% and 47.1% respectively after 91% of votes were counted. Key counties like Kent, Oakland, and Marquette remain pivotal, with results still pending in several areas.

Michael Bouchard Jr. secured the Republican nomination for Michigan’s 10th Congressional District, while the Democratic primary remains undecided. The district is rated as a 'lean Republican' by Cook Political Report, with the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee listing it as a target district for 2026.

Michael Bouchard has won the Republican nomination for Michigan’s 10th Congressional District. The district includes parts of Macomb County and Oakland County. He aims to take over the seat previously held by John James.

Abdul El-Sayed leads Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary with partial vote counts, as the race reflects party divisions between progressive and establishment factions. Key vote-rich areas remain uncounted, and the winner will face Republican Mike Rogers in a general election toss-up race.

The 2026 Michigan Primary Election results will be available by county, including Oakland, Wayne, Macomb, Monroe, Washtenaw, and Lapeer counties.

The Oakland County Enhancement Millage Proposal aims to provide schools with an additional $781 per student, funded by a property tax increase of $1.50 per $1,000 of taxable value annually. Supporters argue for funding flexibility, while opponents demand transparency. The millage, if approved, would last six years and apply to multiple school districts across Oakland County.

A semi-truck overturned into Pine Lake on Orchard Lake Road in Oakland County, causing a minor fuel spill and prompting a hazardous materials response. The 42-year-old driver sustained a leg injury but refused hospital transport, with no alcohol or drug involvement reported.

A mother and her infant son were found unresponsive in a bathtub in their Waterford apartment in Oakland County. The incident is being investigated as an apparent drowning.

Voters in metro Detroit showed strong turnout for early voting and absentee ballot drop-offs ahead of the primary election. Clerks in Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties reported high participation and no major issues, with expectations of a robust Election Day turnout.

The 2026 Michigan Primary Election results are organized by county, including Oakland, Wayne, Macomb, Monroe, and Washtenaw counties, with township-level breakdowns listed in the article.

SMART and DDOT will provide free rides to polling places in Metro Detroit on Primary Election Day, August 4. All SMART services in Oakland, Macomb, Wayne counties, and Detroit city routes will be fare-free from midnight to 11:59 p.m. The initiative aims to ensure voters can access polling locations without transportation barriers.

A Flood Watch is in effect for several counties in Metro Detroit through Sunday afternoon due to heavy rainfall, with up to 3 inches of rain possible in some areas. Weather conditions include rain showers, thunderstorms, and gradually clearing skies through the week.

Several Metro Detroit police departments are investigating the distribution of anti-Semitic pamphlets with Nazi swastikas in Oakland County cities including Huntington Woods, Oak Park, Berkley, and Southfield.

Anti-Semitic flyers containing Nazi swastikas were discovered in Huntington Woods, Oak Park, Berkley, and Southfield in Oakland County. The distribution is part of a recent case of vulgar literature being spread over the past week.

Michigan health officials warn that measles cases have surged in 2026, surpassing 2025 totals and marking the worst year since 1991. The outbreak is linked to declining MMR vaccination rates, lax attitudes toward diseases, and misinformation on social media and political platforms. Herd immunity thresholds (95% vaccination) are not met in several counties, raising concerns about preventable outbreaks.

Metro Detroit is experiencing increased cases of gastrointestinal illnesses, respiratory issues, and outdoor injuries, with doctors noting seasonal allergies, asthma flare-ups, and viral infections like enterovirus. Wayne, Oakland, and Washtenaw counties report similar trends, including heat-related illnesses, tick encounters, and skin rashes from outdoor activities. Medical professionals advise precautions such as washing vegetables, using sunscreen, and carrying epi-pens for allergies.

Oakland County schools are seeking a new tax to bypass funding limits, with voters deciding Tuesday whether to approve the tax increase. Some residents oppose the proposal, citing concerns over additional taxes.

The Woodward ramp to westbound I-696 in Oakland County reopens this week after being closed since early June, while the Southfield Road ramp to westbound I-696 will close this weekend as part of the Restore the Reuther Project. Drivers face mixed impacts, with some relief from the Woodward reopening and others dealing with detours due to the Southfield closure.

MDOT is reopening the westbound I-696 Woodward ramps and closing Southfield ramps as part of the ongoing Restore the Reuther project. The changes take effect in late July and early August 2026, with eastbound lanes expected to reopen by year-end.

A 31-year-old Livonia man is charged with four counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct after allegedly sexually assaulting an 11-year-old girl. The investigation began when the child's grandfather reported the abuse, and the mother provided text messages from the accused. The defendant was arrested in July, given an $850,000 bond, and must wear a GPS tether until his next court appearance on August 7.

A 52-year-old Oakland County man, Timothy Ernest Legard, pleaded no contest to murder and assault charges in a September 2024 attack on a neighboring family, resulting in a natural life sentence. The case involved the stabbing death of a father and the assault of his wife and daughter, with a GoFundMe created to support the family.

President Trump spoke in Milford as Republican lawmakers and candidates in Michigan, including Matt Hall, Mike Rogers, and John James, highlighted his deal on the Gordie Howe Bridge and the upcoming August Primary at a rally.

President Donald Trump addressed supporters in Milford, Michigan, following a visit to a General Motors manufacturing facility in Oakland County. The event included a tour of the facility and a speech to supporters.

President Donald Trump will visit Metro Detroit to promote his economic plan, including new tariffs, and the grand opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge. The bridge's opening ceremony in Windsor lacked U.S. officials due to tariff tensions, and Trump announced the U.S. now gets 50% of the bridge's profit. The visit coincides with Michigan's Aug. 4 primary election featuring Senate and governor races.

President Trump will visit a General Motors facility in Milford to promote his economic policies, including tariffs, amid Michigan's primary elections. The visit occurs as new tariffs on Canada and economic challenges like inflation and gas prices raise concerns in the state.

President Trump is defending his economic policies and tariffs in Michigan, where new Canadian tariffs may negatively impact the state's economy. His visit to a General Motors facility in Milford coincides with ongoing primary elections and political contests in the region.

President Donald Trump is defending his economic policies in Michigan amid new Canadian tariffs affecting the state's economy. His visit to a General Motors facility in Milford coincides with primary elections, including a GOP gubernatorial race between Trump-backed John James and Perry Johnson, and a Democratic Senate primary between Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed.

An 80-year-old man from Shelby Township died after an off-road vehicle (ORV) crash at Holly Oaks ORV Park in Oakland County. He was riding a 2022 Can-Am Outlander when he lost control, overturned, and sustained fatal injuries despite wearing a helmet.

A jury in Oakland County convicted Tremaine Jevon Love of first-degree murder and related charges for a drive-by shooting that killed Thomas Jerrell Washington in June 2025. The incident occurred near Auburn Avenue and Russell Street in Pontiac, with Love arrested hours later in West Bloomfield Township. He is set for sentencing on August 27.

A 41-year-old Novi man was bitten by Michigan's only venomous snake, the Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnake, at a boat launch in Commerce Township on July 21. The snake, a threatened species found in wetlands, was identified with specific physical traits, and the article outlines safety measures for encounters and bites.

A judge denied Tamela Peterson's request to quash a second-degree murder charge related to a 2025 hyperbaric chamber fire at the Oxford Center that killed five-year-old Thomas Cooper. Prosecutors allege Peterson and others ignored safety protocols, leading to the fire, while Peterson's defense argued she lacked criminal intent based on her and others' prior use of the chamber without grounding straps.