The four Republicans and one Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives in the 40th District met for a meet-the-candidates forum hosted by the League of Women Voters.
Citing concerns over side-stepping Birmingham's established bistro-approval process, Birmingham city commissioners voted down a request to add Addie & Jack's, LLC to the Papa Joe's bistro license.
Four Republicans and one Democrat will meet tonight for a forum hosted by the League of Women Voters.
During the countdown to the Aug. 7 primary, Patch is bringing you profiles of the candidates running for local office.
A resolution setting a public hearing on South Bar's liquor license will come before the Birmingham City Commission Monday night.
After new state rules make it easier to transfer liquor licenses, city manager moves to amend Birmingham's zoning code to restore local control.
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The Baldwin Public Library Board is requesting local lawmakers add libraries to the list of places where openly carrying firearms is not allowed.
City commissioners were wary of breaking with the intent of Birmingham's bistro ordinance as they reviewed new bistro plans from Birmingham restauranteur Mindy Lopus.
The clubhouses at the Lincoln Hills and Springdale golf courses recently unveiled their new beer and wine selections, as well an extended menu.
BCTV intern develops 'Real Time with Leo Savoie,' where residents get to ask the supervisor anything and everything.
Mayor says enforcing laws is time-consuming for local police while a city commissioner predicts more accidents in light of a newly relaxed Michigan law.
The first of a three-part project involves installing 47 new bike racks throughout downtown Birmingham.
Tri-county proposals spur debates over Detroit-suburbs ties, museum finances and property tax levels.
Candidates including incumbent Diane D'Agostini talk about sobriety court, drunken driving and more at forum for Aug. 7 election candidates.
City Attorney Tim Currier expects the state to pass legislation before a proposed measure reaches the City Commission.
Check out the candidates, incumbents and issues that will be affecting Birmingham and Oakland County.
Available positions include firefighter, a part-time fire marshal and building inspector.
House will consider joining Senate to make daily ceremonies mandatory.
Options include requiring businesses with liquor licenses to sign a contract with the city and amending the city's zoning ordinance.
The updated budget includes lower-than-projected taxable values and more than $200,000 in additional revenue from a police dispatch service-sharing agreement.
The master plan — estimated to cost the city $75,000 — would help Birmingham figure out how to implement the city's Complete Streets policies.
Representatives say the state should restore nearly $1 billion cut last year from K-12 funding.
The five-term Oakland County executive and founder of The Brooksie Way is seeking another four years.
Dogs are allowed, an updated set of rules says, as long they're on a leash.
Baldwin Public Library's 2012-13 budget will be one to consider as a joint city committee continues to study potential renovations plans for the library building.
Arear barber shop owner says a proposed law could help ease the 'bandwagon' effect of barber shops coming back into popularity.
Mike McCready, a Seaholm High School graduate and principal at Birmingham's McCready and Associates, formally announced bid to replace term-limited Chuck Moss Wednesday.
Internet users can now get online at various city building and public spaces using free Wi-Fi hotspots.
The tentative plan, as presented to city commissioners Saturday, is highlighted by growing revenues that still fall behind expected spending.
Although the president will be visiting Bingham Farms on Wednesday for a high-profile fundraiser, nearby Bloomfield Hills and Birmingham are the top two fundraising cities for Republican candidate Mitt Romney.
The project is only one in a series to improve the Birmingham park and will be funded by the city and donors.
The three-part downtown bicycle parking plan was approved by the Birmingham City Commission on Monday night.
Fitch Ratings agency recently reaffirmed the AAA status on Birmingham's five general obligations bonds, a sign the city manages its finances well.
The Birmingham business owner and her husband will host a pricey cocktail reception for the president in April.
Steakhouse patio café to feature sofas; Hotel adds sidewalk deck on Townsend.
According to the 2012 Golf Report, the Springdale and Lincoln Hills golf courses lost $146,122 in 2011.