Did You Vote, Royal Oak? Prove It!

When you vote on Tuesday, show off your “I Voted” sticker with a selfie. Tag pics with #RoyalOakPatch on Instagram!

Judge Accused of Affair Says He'll Resign if Re-Elected

Royal Oak City Commissioner David Poulton is mounting a write-in campaign in hopes of staving off a court reorganization plan.

Where to Vote in Royal Oak and Other Questions About Nov. 4 Election

Statewide, voters will elect a governor, a new U.S. senator, attorney general and secretary of state, as well as decide wolf hunt proposals.

Voters in Several Michigan Cities and Nationally May Relax Pot Laws Nov. 4

Michigan is one of several states with marijuana initiatives on the ballot in Tuesday’s election as public opinion shifts on legalization.

Nov. 4 Votes on Wolf Hunting in Michigan May Be Moot

A referendum-proof law trumps voter decisions on Proposal 1 and Proposal 2 in Tuesday’s general election.

Some Oakland Commissioners Give DIA Ultimatum Over Bonuses

DIA chair Gene Gargaro says he's "optimistic" he can get an agreement to return $100,000 in bonuses, but couldn't fully commit.

State Boots 810 Lottery Winners Off Food Assistance

Using Michigan’s “lottery match” means test, Michigan officials kicked 810 who won more than $44 million off food assistance.

Obama Plans Nov. 1 Visit to Stump for Democrats

U.S. Senate-nominee Gary Peters has an 11-point lead, according to recent poll, but Mark Schauer is trailing Gov. Rick Snyder by 8 points.

Royal Oak Voters Will Consider Two Ballot Measures Nov. 4

Find out where to vote, how to request an absentee ballot and more about ballot initiatives.

Commissioner Resigns, Cites Personal, Job Conflicts

Peggy Goodwin, elected to the Royal Oak City Commission in 2011, also cites “large footprint” of liquor establishments.

Royal Oak Politician Fuming Over DIA Chiefs' Double-Digit Pay Hikes

Salaries to museums two top officers increase to $514,000 and $369,000, and both get $50,000 bonuses.

Oakland County Votes to Join Regional Water Authority

Once the Great Lakes Water Authority is in place, the suburbs will have greater say into the operation of Detroit Water and Sewerage.

How to Get Tickets to See Michelle Obama in Detroit Friday

The first lady will campaign for Democrats Mark Schauer and Gary Peters Friday. The event is free, but tickets are required.

6th Circuit Could Be Pivotal in Gay Marriage Debate

The 6th Circuit could deliver gay marriage advocates their first defeat, prompt showdown before U.S. Supreme Court.

Michigan One of Four States Picked to Explore Juvenile Justice System Reforms

Arkansas, Indiana and Tennessee also selected for program to look at reforms to juvenile justice program that will reduce recidivism rate.

When Is the Last Day to Register to Vote in Nov. 4, 2014, General Election?

Absentee ballots are available for Michigan voters who qualify, but votes need to register to vote by early next month to use them.

Why Michigan Voters May Not Get Absentee Ballots

State review showed that a quarter of applications to third-party website had not been received by the local clerk.

Oakland Town Hall Meeting on Tap Thursday for Proposed Water Deal

Residents and leaders fron Royal Oak, Troy, Clawson, Rochester, Rochester Hills and surrounding areas invited to attend Thusday session.

New Law Lets Community Service Pay Old Driver Responsibility Fees

For qualified drivers, 10 hours of volunteering could take care of certain outstanding citation fees.

State Reps: Pro Sports Needs Zero-Tolerance Policy for Domestic Abuse

The Michigan House of Representatives approved Thursday a non-binding resolution to address the issue.

Oakland Co. Commissioners Pass Budget and Pay Bumps

Approval for the 2014-15 budget went smoothly Thursday. Not so a 3% salary raise for commissioners.

Surprise Move in Case Against Cancer Doc Who Misdiagnosed Patients, Prescribed Unnecessary Drugs

U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade said the case against Dr. Farid Fata is the most egregious case of Medicare fraud she’s ever seen.

Consultants Must Apologize for Dirty Pictures Robocall

Former candidate’s lawyer says unusual settlement is “breakthrough” for political candidates who can’t meet “actual malice” threshold.

Home Loan Rescue Program Helps Royal Oak Residents Stay in Homes

County crosses $5 million milestone in step forward foreclosure prevention funds. Nearly $136,200 has helped Royal Oak homeowners.

Over Neighbors' Objections, Zoning Change Allows Microbrewery, Tasting Room

Area proposed for $1.5 million development reverts back to old industrial zoning classification; zoning for condos didn’t pan out.

Poll Trends Toward Democrats, Gubernatorial Race Again a Toss Up

A new USA Today/Suffolk University poll says U.S. Rep. Gary Peters has a 9-point lead over former secretary of state Terry Lynn Land.

Detroit, Suburbs Reach Historic Water Deal

After months of wrangling, a $2 billion accord will provide for system upgrades for the next four decades.

Bankrupt Detroit's Fire Alert System Not Far Advanced from String-and-Can Phone

Detroit is so broke that firefighters gin up crude alert systems consisting of coin-filled cans and other noisy contraptions.

Activist Tom Hayden, 'At the Creation' of '60s Movement, Donates Personal Papers, FBI File

The Port Huron Statement, other personal papers of the Royal Oak activist shedding light on the turbulent 1960s are coming home to U-M.

FEMA Inspectors May Have Sent Mixed Signal; Flood Aid Isn't a Sure Thing

Gov. Rick Snyder, then President Barack Obama have to sign off before federal aid can come to southeast Michigan.

Fracking Moratoriums Idle Drilling Equipment - At Least Temporarily

Rochester Hills is the latest of several municipalities getting moratoriums on gas and oil exploration as state considers rules.

MDOT to Flood-Weary Commuters: Get Used to It

The Michigan Department of Transportation says multiplefactors contributed to massive freeway funding, but state lacks money to fix them

Vice President Joe Biden Confirmed Speaker at Detroit Labor Day 2014 Events

Biden's remarks kick off parade, which will proceed down Michigan Avenue and then Woodward Avenue to Hart Plaza on the Detroit riverfront.

Is Scientology Savior for Flint, America's Most Dangerous City?

L. Ron Hubbard’s “non-religious moral code” recommended to help Flint get in touch with past traumas, choose joy over violence.

Water Shutoffs and, Likely, Controversy to Resume

Judge asked to continue moratorium of shutoffs, but get-tough approach has helped some cities turn deficits into surpluses.

Royal Oak Officials Call for Parking Meter Upgrades

Royal Oak officials are making more parking meters credit card-friendly.

Judge Asked to Force Michigan to Recognize Legal Same-Sex Marriages

State wants judge to wait until 6th Circuit and other court decisions, attorney says different issues at stake.

'It Just Feels Like Arbitrary Discrimination': Legally Married Lesbian Couple Told to Get Court Order for Name Changes

As courts settle the legality of same-sex marriage in Michigan, couples like Leslie Thompson and Cindy Norlin are caught in legal limbo.

Climate Change Bigger Threat Than Aging Infrastructure: City Officials

Climate change has made “100 year floods” the new normal, officials say after devastating 2014 Flood.

Mich. Supreme Court Ruling Could Cost State $1.1 Billion

A treasury and IBM dispute could cost Michigan over $1 billion plus interest after July 14 ruling.