Wish List For Royal Oak Parks is a Long One

Picnic shelter, field lighting, new parking lots top list of priorities.

Royal Oak Schools Closed, Snow Emergency Declared

The latest winter storm is expected to dump nearly a foot of snow and drop temperatures well below zero, the National Weather Service reports.

Job Openings with the City of Royal Oak

Royal Oak's Bond Rating Gets a Bump

Nearly 190,000 Jobless Michiganders Lose Benefits: Should Congress OK Extension?

Senate approval is likely, but it’s unclear whether House will consider extending the emergency benefits, which pumped $1 billion into Michigan economy in 2013.

Royal Oak Offers Snow Emergency Parking Exemption Permits

Royal Oak Issues Snow Emergency

The Royal Oak Police remind residents that vehicles not removed from the street during a snow emergency will be ticketed or towed.

City Employees Make Plans to Trim the Fat in 2014

City of Royal Oak employees take on lifestyle changes for a weight loss challenge.

Price of Stamps Going Up in 2014

The increase is supposed to generate an additional $1.8 billion in revenue to make up for earlier losses.

Forget the Temperature, 'Let's Think About Swimming Pools' in Royal Oak

A "Patch of History" is a weekly feature that looks at Royal Oak's rich and amazing history.

New State Law Allows Driverless Vehicles on Michigan Roadways

Gov. Rick Snyder recently signed two pieces of legislation that will allow automakers to test automated vehicles on Michigan roads.

2013 in Review: What Letter Grade Do You give Gov. Rick Snyder for 2013 Accomplishments?

The governor says Michiganders “can be neither complacent nor content” in efforts to reinvent the state. How do you think he’s doing and what should leaders focus on in 2014?

UPDATE: Barney Frank Event in Royal Oak Postponed

The outgoing former Congressman will attend a reception for U.S. Rep. Gary Peters - a candidate for U.S. Senate - at the Royal Oak home of Michael Chetcuti and Kyle Evans.

Job Openings with the City of Royal Oak

Pedestrians Hit: Royal Oak Police Continue Investigation

Royal Oak Police are monitoring the status of a man and woman struck by SUV on Dec. 21.

Developers Present 'Gateway' Concept for I-696 Site to DDA

The major component of the plan is a 160-unit apartment building. The concept also includes office and retail space.

In Brief: City Officials Agree on First Step Toward Mending the Fence Ordinance Controversy

Commissioners struggled for nearly an hour on how to get an estimated 400 properties with sight-obscuring fences to comply with city codes.

Vectorform Secures Support for Move into Barnes & Noble Space

It's very clear that Barnes & Noble's days are numbered, according to Royal Oak's director of planning.

Abortion Rights Advocates: Supporters of 'Ugly Law' Should Pay at the Polls

In an impassioned plea, Senate Majority Leader Gretchen Whitmer disclosed she was raped 20 years ago, but "can’t even begin to imagine now having to think about the same thing happening to my own daughters" in Michigan's anti-abortion climate.

Royal Oak Issues Snow Emergency

The Royal Oak Police remind residents that vehicles not removed from the street during a snow emergency will be ticketed or towed.

Barnes & Noble Site, Fence Ordinance and More on City Commission Agenda Monday

Meeting is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at City Hall.

Architects to Present Concept for I-696/Main Street 'Gateway' Project

Members of the Downtown Development Authority will have an opportunity to see plans for a retail, medical/office and residential development at Interstate 696 and Main Street on Wednesday.

Downtown Bars Petition for Name Changes, Dance Permits and More

Ale Mary's, Onyx and Drink Market are some of the proposed spaces the Royal Oak City Commission will explore at its Monday meeting at City Hall.

City Officials Provide Fence Ordinance Update

Reports says 400 fences in town are not in compliance with the city's fence ordinance.

Barnes & Noble Site is Back on City Commission Agenda

A global design and technology firm eyes the second floor space at 500 S. Main St.

Criminals May Have Jobless Workers' Social Security Numbers for 2 Months

A security breach was detected in September, and state officials are just now being notified. They’re not happy.

Should Lying in Political Campaigns Be Illegal?

Royal Oak's outgoing state senator introduces a bill to make false and disparaging remarks against candidates a misdemeanor.

No More Dangerous Late-Night Solo Shifts at Gas Stations Under ‘Jessica’s Law’

Gas stations, convenience stores operating overnight would be required to hire extra help or install surveillance cameras to prevent crimes like the alleged abduction of Jessica Heeringa last April.

Secretary of State Offices Close for Holidays

Licenses and plates that expire on a day when state offices are closed, such as a holiday or weekend, can be renewed the following day without penalty.

Have Coffee with State Rep Jim Townsend

Planning Commission to Review Senior Assisted Living Facility, New Credit Union Plans

New faces will join the Royal Oak Planning Commission when it meets Tuesday to discuss plans to renovate three existing buildings.

Michigan Lawmakers Pass Pink Ribbon License Plate Bills

The special plates would raise funds breast and cervical cancer research.

Who Spent What on Prop A? Post Campaign Statements Are In

One Royal Oak outspends Just Royal Oak by more than 14 times as much.

Detroit Emergency Manager's Water Plan Tanks in Suburbs

The Detroit News reports county officials believe the financially troubled city is trying to 'cash in' on its water system.

Survey Says: People Want More Information on Selling Parks, Road Tax

Here's what 386 people that took the Patch survey had to say.

Leaf Collection Ends, Now What? Got Bags?

Royal Oak trucks will soon be converted to plows and any leaves left on the street will be plowed onto your front lawn if you don't take action soon.

Secretary of State Offices Now Accept Visa Credit Cards

The State and Visa resolved issues that had previously prevented Visa from being accepted at the counter.

Former Royal Oak Mayor Appointed to Examine Finances of Highland Park

Dennis Cowan has been appointed by Gov. Rick Snyder to a financial review team.

Appeals Court to Help Clear Haze Surrounding Jobless Pay Rights of Medical Marijuana Users

Is unemployment pay an entitlement for workers dismissed for using medical pot, or should businesses be protected against claims “for all persons involuntarily unemployed”?

Voters May Face Dueling Wolf Hunt Ballot Questions in 2014

A petition drive launched this week would leave hunting decisions with the state's Natural Resources Commission.