2 Men Arrested in Ferndale After Cell Phone Theft

Police said two men were arrested on Saturday night for allegedly stealing a cell phone from a woman at the McDonald's on Woodward.

Ferndale Police Officer Struck by Alleged Drunken Driver

The officer suffered minor injuries and has been released from the hospital, according to Ferndale police.

Man Flees Police with Baby in Arms After Crash, Chase in Stolen Car

Police have arrested a Detroit man after a chase through parts of Ferndale and Detroit. He fled the scene with a tot in his arms. Police said he was driving a stolen car.

Getting to Beaumont Hospital Tricky During Woodward Dream Cruise

Alternate routes for emergency vehicles Saturday include mile roads, neighborhood streets, Coolidge Highway and Greenfield Road, officials say.

Ferndale Police Arrest Man for Alleged Burglary, Seek 2 More Suspects

A resident from the 400 block of E. Cambourne reported that several items were stolen from his garage on Monday, according to police.

Man in Critical Condition After Car-Pedestrian Crash on I-696

Witnesses report seeing a Royal Oak man intentionally run into oncoming traffic early Sunday morning, according to Michigan State Police.

Ferndale Firefighters Assist With Oak Park Fire [With Video]

No one was hurt in the blaze, which occurred at a manufacturing processing plant on Northend.

Report: Man Arrested After Ferndale Bicycle Road Rage Incident

An Oak Park man reportedly used a knife to make jabbing gestures at another bicyclist after a dispute, the Daily Tribune reports.

News Nearby: Birmingham Bar Closes After Shooting and More

Here are this week's most interesting stories from nearby towns.

Ferndale Police Seeking Info on 7-Eleven Shooting

Police are still looking for the two men who attempted to rob the store at 1040 W. Nine Mile Road and then used a semi-automatic weapon to fire shots at two bystanders.

Man with Semi-Automatic Rifle Fires Shots Outside Ferndale 7-Eleven

Police said two people were targeted but not injured by a masked man with a semi-automatic rifle around 2:40 a.m. Sunday.

Ferndale Fire Chief Warns of Fireworks Dangers

Residents can legally use fireworks July 3-5, but even small fireworks carry serious risks, fire officials say.

Ferndale Man Killed in Motorcycle Accident on Sunday

Police said the man was not wearing a helmet, the Detroit Free Press reports.

Ferndale Firefighters Respond to Electrical Fire on Withington

No one was hurt in the blaze, which is still under investigation, Fire Chief Kevin Sullivan said.

Spice 101: What is it? Where Does it Come From? What are the Side Effects?

With so much being said in the media about Spice, Patch takes a look at some cold hard facts about the synthetic drug. Also, listen to a young adult's first-hand account with the deadly substance.

Ferndale Partners with Businesses Against K2, Spice

While city officials work on an ordinance prohibiting synthetic marijuana, about 30 local businesses have voluntarily agreed not to sell the substances.

Ferndale Police Warn of Water Department Imposter Scam

An 80-year-old resident reported two men claiming to be from the water department stole $5,000-$7,000 from his home.

Ferndale Police Chief Talks Safety with WDET

In an interview with WDET's Jerome Vaughn, Ferndale Police Chief Timothy Collins said the city is a "very safe community" and crime has trended down for the last five years.

2 Men Arrested at Motorama Motel for Prostitution

Ferndale Police arrested two men Tuesday night who were allegedly advertising as a transsexual escort service.

'Click It or Ticket' Campaign Continues Through Holiday Weekend

Law enforcement agencies will be looking for motorists who aren't buckled up during the "Click It or Ticket" campaign that runs through June 3.

5 Stories You May Have Missed This Week in Ferndale

Here's a look at some of the most popular Ferndale Patch posts from the past seven days.

Industrial Fire Was Ferndale's Biggest Blaze in 10 to 15 Years, Fire Chief Says

"We had to change our strategy a couple times," Ferndale Fire Chief Kevin Sullivan said of fighting the fast-moving fire, which was caused by a drum of animal fat that boiled over.

Suspects Arraigned in Alleged Ferndale Car Dealership Test Drive Scam

The two men are suspected of posing as customers at Suburban Buick GMC in an attempt to steal a vehicle.

2 Men Arrested in Ferndale Suspected in Dealership Car Theft Scams

The men may have been posing as customers trying to take a vehicle out for a supposed test drive in an attempt to steal the car, Ferndale Police said.

UPDATE: Massive Fire Damages Ferndale Business

Overheated drum of animal fat blamed for starting Thursday morning blaze that overtook Van Industries, sending up plumes of smoke seen for miles. No injuries reported.

Protesters Cry Racial Injustice in Teen's False Police Report Case

Oak Park 18-year-old is charged with misrepresenting a drug-buying deal gone bad as robbery, but supporters say he's a victim of racial profiling.

Taft Student Arrested for Marijuana Possession, Daily Tribune Reports

A school resource officer, who was recently hired to work full time at the alternative high school, noticed a strong marijuana smell near the student, according to the article.

5 Stories You May Have Missed This Week in Ferndale

Here's a look at some of the most popular Ferndale Patch posts from the past seven days.

2 Women Arrested in Stolen Car After High Speed Chase

The driver of the vehicle sped through residential streets, drove through a backyard and drove into Geary Park, according to a report from Ferndale Police.

Oakland County Child Killer Case Re-Emerges as Victim's Mother Sues for Information

Mysterious informant says he has information on the unsolved case of kids murdered in Ferndale, Berkley, Royal Oak and Birmingham, but wants to work with the Justice Department, lawyer says.

'All Clear' after Brief Lockdown at Ferndale Middle, High Schools Friday

Classes had been dismissed already, but some students were still around as police searched for an 'armed intruder' believed to be in the area. The situation was resolved and there was no danger to residents, police say.

Homeless Man Arrested in Theft from Garage in Ferndale

Police say the 34-year-old man stole items from a residential garage on Wordsworth Street after taking the garage door opener out of a resident's unlocked vehicle.

Did You Hear That Boom? Residents Report Saturday Night Sounds that Shook Homes

Police said they searched the area but couldn't confirm the cause of the noises. They said fireworks are a possibility.

PHOTOS: Ferndale High School Staff Wins Dodgeball Showdown With Police

Check out these photos of the charity game on Thursday night.

Ferndale Police Warn of Unlocked Cars Targeted Overnight

According to Ferndale Police, items were stolen from 13 cars between Wanda and West End during the late night/early morning hours on Wednesday.

Parolee Arrested in Alleged Sexual Assault at Group Home in Ferndale

Police are investigating the report of a sexual assault at the home on Wanda Street, and said they have taken a man who resided at the home into custody.

7-Eleven Clerk Fights off Attackers

Two people arrested in an early morning assault at Ferndale convenience store.

UPDATE: Woman Loses Arm After Western Market Accident

Worker reported in critical but stable condition. Ferndale Fire Chief Kevin Sullivan was first on the scene and discovers the victim is his cousin.

Family of Slain Store Owner Reopens Dollar Club Plus

"It would have been too hard to walk away from something he was so passionate about," son says.

UPDATE: Ferndale Dollar Store Owner Fatally Shot at Shop

64-year-old owner of store shot multiple times, officials say. No suspects in custody.