Police Arrest Man Suspected in Feb. 28 Ferndale Radio Shack Theft

Police said the 21-year-old Detroit resident, who was an employee at the store at the time of the theft, was arrested and arraigned Wednesday.

Crime Briefs: Park Benches, $11,000 in Cell Phones Stolen in Ferndale

The following information was supplied by the Ferndale Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

2 Men Who Fled Ferndale Police Arrested

One of the suspects arrested in the two separate incidents Monday night and early Tuesday morning was on parole for a conviction of second-degree murder, according to a report from Ferndale Police.

Winter Storm Watch: 6 Inches of Snow or More Expected by Noon Friday

Ferndale Police Chief Tim Collins reminds residents to drive safely if they must be on the roads, clear sidewalks and move cars into driveways.

Ferndale Businesses Warned About Man Who Impersonated Fire Official, Took Cash

Man recently stole $278.35 from a Dunkin Donuts while impersonating a county fire official.

Ferndale Registered Sex Offender Arrested after Approaching Students in Shelby

A 32-year-old registered sex offender from Ferndale was arrested Thursday morning after police said he approached several students from a junior high school in Shelby Township.

Teen Arraigned in Ferndale High-Speed Chase Incident

On Tuesday morning, police arrested the young man they believe was the driver who led officers on a high-speed chase involving driving against traffic Monday morning.

Full-Time Police Officer Being Considered for Taft School, Ferndale Police Chief Says

Officials from the school district, police department and city management will meet today to discuss the possibility of assigning a full-time officer to the school.

Ferndale Police Search for Driver of Stolen Jeep

Ferndale Police are searching for 18-year-old Terrance William Thomas, of Detroit, who they believe fled from police in a stolen Jeep Liberty early Monday morning and ultimately crashed into a building in Detroit.

Ferndale Police Arrest Prowler on Parole

Police found two men going through backyards Tuesday morning on the 500 block of East Chesterfield. Both fled from police and one was eventually caught.

Man Robs Bank for Second Time, Ferndale Police Say

The man, who is also suspected of robbing a Ferndale CVS store in November, got away with an undisclosed amount of cash from a Huntington Bank branch Tuesday.

Ferndale Police Arrest 2 Men for Felony Drunken Driving Over Weekend

A total of eight drunken-driving arrests were made between Saturday and Tuesday morning in Ferndale, police say.

Man Found Dead in Van was Apparent Suicide, Police Chief Says

An 86-year-old man was found dead in his vehicle parked outside of O'Brien's Service in Ferndale on Sunday afternoon.

Man Found Dead Sunday Inside Van in Ferndale, Fire Chief Confirms

A resident reported seeing a man being removed from a minivan on Sunday afternoon outside of O'Brien's on Marshall. The matter is under investigation by police.

2 Teens Arrested After Attempted Carjacking in Ferndale Near Taft

The incident took place outside Midway Market, the Daily Tribune reported.

Ferndale Police Release Man Held in Taft Shooting

A 17-year-old Detroit resident who had been in custody was let go as the investigation continues, Ferndale Police announced Friday morning.

Suspected Gunman Arrested in Dec. 8 Shooting at Taft Education Center

A 17-year-old Detroit resident is in custody while another suspect was released as the investigation continues, Ferndale police say.

Crime Briefs: Text Messaging Fight, Jewelry Thefts and Burglary in Ferndale

Ferndale Police responded to incidents including a burglary at a party store over the weekend in which police were able to trace dye-colored footprints in the snow to the suspect.

Taft Education Center Gets Security Updates Following Dec. 8 Shooting

Improvements include security cameras and increased police patrols at dismissal times, Ferndale Public Schools operations director says.

Man Who Robbed Ferndale Bank Also Attempted Theft at CVS in November, Police Say

'We're figuring he's got to be local,' Ferndale Lt. William Wilson says of Super Bowl logo-wearing suspect. 'Somebody should recognize him.'

UPDATE: Hundreds of Ferndale DTE Customers Without Power Tuesday Afternoon

Downed wires along Hilton caused outages, which were restored Tuesday evening.

Thief Who Got Away with Cash at Bank May Have Also Robbed in November

The man caught on tape Friday wearing a Super Bowl jacket in a bank robbery may have worn the same jacket in another crime.

Surveillance Photos Show Suspect in Ferndale Bank Robbery on Friday

A man wearing a blue jacket with a Super Bowl Millennium label grabbed cash from Huntington Bank branch, police say.

DEQ Cannot Verify Contents of Odor from Polar Environmental Steam Release

"It's very difficult to say exactly what people were exposed to," the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality environmental manager said.

Ferndale Fire Department Seeks Volunteers for Emergency Response Team

Fire chief says no experience is required to be on CERT team and he invites interested residents to a meeting on Jan. 14.

Judge Dismisses Charges in Controversial Case Involving Ferndale-Based Medical Marijuana Dispensary

Oakland County Prosecutor's Office plans to appeal Clinical Relief case dismissal.

Ferndale Firefighters Respond to Potentially Explosive Chemical Leak at Fermical

No one hurt in the Monday incident, but 'it could have blown into kingdom come,' Ferndale fire chief says as he warns about dangers of storing chemicals.

Driver Eludes Police Twice, Arrested at Home

After fleeing Madison Heights and Ferndale police officers, the Hazel Park man was apprehended at home after his wife was seen in his truck and pointed officers to the suspect.

Parolee Arraigned in Ferndale Bank Robbery, Suspected in 3 Others

John Lee Westpfahl faces life in prison on bank robbery charge. More charges are expected from robberies that took place on Tuesdays in Birmingham and Chesterfield Township, police said.

Former Pastor of Metropolitan Community Church of Detroit Dies

The Rev. Mark Bidwell passed away Tuesday afternoon, MCC says.

Up on the Rooftop: Suspect Arrested After Jumping from Atop Ken's Market

Ferndale Police make arrest after seeing someone climb off roof, then finding hole cut in roof of market.

Report: Armed Robbery, Larceny Reports Falsified to Cover Up Drug Deal Scam

Suspect in deal gone bad and false report filers arrested.

UPDATE: Police Attempting to Contact Suspect Who Fled, Leading to Lockdown at Roosevelt Primary

School was on lockdown for part of the morning Friday while police searched for a suspect wearing a hoodie, glasses and a white jacket.

Ferndale Police Offer Tips for Staying Aware

The Ferndale Police said be cautious of your environment this time, and any time, of year. The department offers some tips for doing so.

2 Robberies, Larceny Reported in Ferndale Since Saturday

Incidents involving firearms and theft adding up in December.

Daily Poll: Should Ferndale Ban Cell Phones for Drivers?

The National Transportation Safety Board recommended Tuesday a ban against most portable electronic devices for those behind the wheel. What do you think?

A Few Holiday Public Safety Tips: Candles, LEDs and Thieves

From lights to theft, keep your eyes open during the holiday season.

Taft Increasing Security Measures, Ferndale Police Chief Says

Ferndale Mayor Dave Coulter requested an update Monday night from the Ferndale Police Chief Tim Collins on the shooting that took place Thursday afternoon.

No Updates, No Arrests Yet on Taft Shooting

On Thursday an unidentified male shot a 20-year-old Taft student in the leg as the student was leaving the building. Police believe it was a robbery gone bad.

$1,000 Reward for Suspect in Taft Shooting

Ferndale Police release statement and confirm that victim was Taft student, 20.