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FERNDALE, MI – An affordable housing project for LGBTQ+ elders is expected to open in southeast Michigan next spring. The Raymond E. Shephard House, 503 E. 9 Mile Road in Ferndale, will be a new four-story affordable housing apartment complex, according to a state news release. The project by Full Circle Communities includes demolishing vacant structures and mitigating pollution from previous uses of the site. In addition, the city is providing tax incentives, which provides the project about $3.5 million in savings over 40 years. The Ferndale Housing Commission has committed to providing eight Section 8 project-based vouchers for the project, which provides rental assistance to low-income households.

A man is accused of firing shots into a 27-year-old Oak Park woman’s car in Ferndale on New Year’s Eve.

One package thief has gotten so bad in Ferndale that neighbors are joining together to try to catch the criminal.

Heritage made the drive to Ferndale for the Motor City Roundball Classic and came away with a convincing win Friday over Warren Fitzgerald. The Hawks rolled over Fitzgerald, 63-28, to improve to 4-3.

FERNDALE - Grand Rapids Catholic Central refused to let De La Salle take the lead. The Cougars let the Pilots tie it; De La Salle did that four times in the second half Friday night. But the Cougars never trailed, and they earned their first victory of the season with a 65-55 victory in the 27th annual Motor City Roundball Classic at Ferndale High School. “We have a lot of young guys that are playing a lot of minutes for us and we’re learning,” Catholic Central coach TJ Meerman said. The Pilots had an opportunity to go ahead on a free throw, but they missed it, and from that point forward, it was all Catholic Central.

FERNDALE - A slow start was too much for Grand Rapids Northview on Friday night. “The big thing we can take away from tonight is that we have to be ready to compete every night,” Northview coach David Chana said. Trailing 18-2 after a quarter, things didn’t improve much for Northview in the second. Northview missed its first six three-point attempts. Junior EJ Ryans led Northview with 14 points, and Swartz scored 11.

The women in this family-run business have been divining the future for over 40 years

Officials say there was some damage to buildings and infrastructure, but the scale of damage is minimal compared to the strength of the quake.

The quake shook residents of Humboldt County and left roads and homes damaged. Officials were still assessing the extent of the destruction Tuesday morning.

A strong earthquake shook parts of the region early Tuesday, jolting residents awake, cutting power to thousands, and damaging homes and roads, officials said. No injuries were immediately reported.

The quake occurred overnight near Ferndale, a small community about 210 miles northwest of San Francisco. No injuries were immediately reported.

A 6.4-magnitude earthquake shook northern California early Tuesday morning, knocking out power for tens of thousands of customers in Humboldt County.

New York City’s ban on the sale of foie gras had already been delayed by a court challenge.

Popular Italian restaurant Assaggi Bistro announced Wednesday that it’s closing its doors in Ferndale at the end of the year.

Popular Italian restaurant Assagi Bistro announced Wednesday that it’s closing its doors in Ferndale at the end of the year.

This holiday season, make sure to give some love to local shops, especially when looking for a last-minute gift.

Have you ever thought about checking out a pawn shop?

FERNDALE, MI - You don’t come across functioning urinals in the kitchen of a home very often. It’s just one of the numerous unusual attributes you’ll find at this home, which just hit the market. Located at 3050 Burdette St. in Ferndale in Metro Detroit, this home is listed for $165,000. It has three bedrooms and one bathroom and is just under 1,000 square feet in size. Homes are showcased every Wednesday from across the state.

From lush florals to minimalist air plants, Olive’s Bloombox in Ferndale is all about the greenery.

We’re hanging with the folks behind The Nacho Grill food truck this Tasty Tuesday.

A local artist is creating handcrafted industrial style décor with old pipes, chains, gears, gauges and more.

Miracle at the Oakland is back.

A 16-year-old girl and a 16-year-old boy were arrested on back-to-back days for making threats to shoot up Ferndale High School, officials said.

Police are asking for help locating an 83-year-old Detroit woman last seen in Ferndale.

A note threatening to shoot up Ferndale High School was found one day after a 16-year-old girl was arrested for making a separate threat that closed down the middle and high schools.

If you thought you’d never have a chance to see the Spice Girls in concert again, well, you might be right, but you do have a chance to experience their look and sound this week in Michigan by one of the top Spice Girls tribute bands in the country. WANNABE: The Spice Girls Tribute Group is on a nationwide tour. You can see their versions of Posh, Baby, Sporty, Ginger and Scary at The Magic Bag in Ferndale on Thursday, November 17. Tickets, which can be purchased here, are $20 for general admission or $50 for VIP meet and greets.

A 16-year-old girl was arrested for making threats that led to classes being canceled at two Oakland County schools on Monday.

Ferndale High School will reportedly be closed on Monday due to an anonymous threat made on social media.

FERNDALE, MI – A 36-year-old man is charged with several counts of sex crimes against one victim, and police believe there could be more, authorities said. Brandon Smith, 36, of Walled Lake, is accused of raping a child under the age of 13, WDIV Local 4 reports. Other charges suggest the victim was older during some of the alleged assaults. Investigators believe there could be more victims. READ MORE:Man charged in fatal shooting outside Michigan manufacturing plantNorthern Michigan man accused of multiple sex crimes against childrenMichigan couple pleads guilty in multiple rapes of 2 teen girlsWoman, 70, dies in rear-end crash in Northern Michigan

A Walled Lake man is accused of sexually assaulting a child in Ferndale and police are concerned there could be more victims.

Michigan’s first self-serving taproom has finally opened and is located in Royal Oak.

Of the hundreds of dispensaries in Michigan, many give back to their communities through donations and labor

Oakland County is hosting a gun buyback event in October in four different locations across the county.

On Tasty Tuesday we enjoyed Mexican cuisine from Mezcal Mexican Bar and Kitchen in Ferndale.

The Funky Ferndale Art Show returns to downtown Ferndale September 23-25 featuring more than 100 artists. Mark Loeb, event organizer, and Ian Zapico, featured artist, joined Jason Carr to discuss the upcoming event.

Chocolate shop in Ferndale offers nearly 40 flavors

The tiki-themed bar serves up Rum Runners, Zombies, Painkillers, and other classics starting Wednesday

COVID-19 blues

Police found a man with a gunshot wound inside his Jeep blocks away from where he was reportedly shot at his home.

It’s been almost four years since the last Auto Show was held in Detroit, and now it’s finally back this month with the luxury of nice Michigan September weather.

FERNDALE – It’s that time of year again, when the roar of small-block V8s and the squeal of tires fills the Woodward Avenue corridor from Detroit to Pontiac. The 27th annual Woodward Dream Cruise kicked off Friday in downtown Ferndale, the city where resident Nelson House first organized the event as a fundraiser to establish a local soccer field for kids. Ferndale Mayor Melanie Piana spoke at the ribbon cutting, highlighting the city’s plan to resurface Woodward Avenue, add protected bike lanes and reduce traffic by one lane in either direction in 2023. Melissa Beyrand, who grew up in Oakland County and was recently crowned as Miss Michigan 2022, also spoke at the event. Mickey York of Cruis’n Media summed up the appeal of the Dream Cruise in a few words.

Who’s ready to start their engines? The Woodward Dream Cruise festivities start today and people are showing off their rides all weekend long. “Live In The D’s” April Morton was at 13 Mile and Woodward Avenue to share the details about the beginning of the event.

The Woodward Dream Cruise wants to remind the general public of the weight restrictions for commercial trucks and trailers for August 20.

‘This is a new kind of sushi that Detroit hasn’t seen,’ executive chef Chris Vasquez says

An Oakland County judge blocked prosecutors from enforcing the state’s 1931 Abortion Ban. That ruling came just hours after a court of appeals ruled the ban could be enforced.

It’s called Rosa, and it’s designed to stop gun violence before it happens. And here’s the cool part: the invention wasn’t thought up in Silicon Valley. It’s being made right here in Metro Detroit.

A 2-year-old boy who was taken early Tuesday morning by force by his biological father has been found by police hours later.

Rock ‘N’ Rides is returning to downtown Royal Oak to kick off summer.

Next week the third annual Rock ‘N’ Rides is returning to downtown Royal Oak to kick off summer.

June is Pride Month and there are several opportunities for people to celebrate in Metro Detroit.

A Muslim woman who was forced to remove her hijab and subjected to a cross-gender search by the Ferndale Police Department has won a settlement w

Jack thought her health issues were behind her after finally beating the virus. “I actually sat in the parking lot of the gym and looked up ‘Signs of a heart attack,’” Jack said. She didn’t have a heart attack, according to doctors at Beaumont in Royal Oak, even through they say her symptoms were similar. He told me I was cardiac-healthy, but I had inflammation of the heart due to COVID,” added Jack. Symptoms of myocarditis include chest pain, shortness of breath or heart palpitations.

The recent rise in COVID-19 numbers could be the start of another spike. Many schools in Metro Detroit are taking action and going back to requiring masks.

Police are investigating a fatal crash that happened Monday afternoon where a woman in a wheelchair was hit by a vehicle.

Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and if you haven’t booked a reservation for brunch, the time to do that is now.

A man charged with abducting a teenager in Ferndale and sexually assaulting her in November was found dead in his jail cell Wednesday, according to authorities.

Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and if you haven’t booked a reservation for brunch, the time to do that is now.

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and you might be looking for something special to show mom how much she’s loved. An artist in Ferndale is providing an option with her unique handcrafted gifts.

A sneak preview into DETROIT x DETROIT X, featuring an interview with a few artists performing at this year's show!

‘Star Wars’-themed dining experience planned in Detroit for May the Fourth eventAsian-influenced Tigerlily to open at former Antihero in downtown FerndaleNewslettersJoin Detroit Metro Times NewslettersSubscribe now to get the latest news delivered right to your inbox.

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Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and if you haven’t booked a reservation for brunch, the time to do that is now.

The new plans include a restaurant, sushi bar, and tiki bar

Mayor Abdullah Hammoud has announced the appointment of Jordan Twardy as the city’s new director of economic development.

Mayor Abdullah Hammoud has announced the appointment of Jordan Twardy as the city’s new director of economic development.

Earth Day is coming up this Friday, and one of the best ways to take care of our planet is to reduce, reuse, and recycle. So why not apply that idea to your wardrobe! We introduce you to Margaux and Max, an upscale resale boutique in downtown Ferndale that is shaking up the shopping experience.

There are fun events planned from Detroit to Ferndale, Brighton and Novi.

There's a shop in Ferndale that's helping people fill their homes with fun items.

Sadly, the Will Smith incident at the Oscars has overshadowed some fantastic stories of Hollywood barriers being broken.

EAST LANSING – Grand Rapids Catholic Central is headed back to the championship to defend their MHSAA boys division 2 title after defeating Ferndale 82-71. GAME RECAP: Good news follows Grand Rapids Catholic Central in return trip to state finalsCatholic Central will take on Williamston for the MHSAA boys division 2 state championship on Saturday at Breslin Center with tipoff scheduled for 6:45 p.m.Williamston defeated Freeland 65-45 in the other semifinal. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com)Joel Bissell | MLive.comMichigan State head men’s basketball coach Tom Izzo watches the action between Ferndale and Grand Rapids Catholic Central in the MHSAA boys D2 semifinals at Breslin Center in East Lansing, Michigan on Friday, March 25, 2022. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com)Joel Bissell | MLive.comFerndale’s Treyvon Lewis (5) attempts a shot against Grand Rapids Catholic Central during the second quarter in the MHSAA boys D2 semifinals at Breslin Center in East Lansing, Michigan on Friday, March 25, 2022. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com)Joel Bissell | MLive.comA tattoo on the arm of Grand Rapids Catholic Central’s Kaden Brown (4) during the MHSAA boys D2 semifinals at Breslin Center in East Lansing, Michigan on Friday, March 25, 2022.

The path seems eerily similar, a fact Grand Rapids Catholic Central hopes continues for one more day. “Not many teams have won back-to-back finals from the West side of the state,” Catholic Central senior Jack Karasinski said. Catholic Central gets a lot of points off rebounds and turnovers.”Ferndale committed 17 turnovers, leading to 18 Catholic Central points. We make provisions, not excuses.”If Catholic Central wins Saturday, it would join select Grand Rapids company with back-to-back state titles. Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills won back-to-back Class A titles in 1968 and 1969, with Grand Rapids Covenant Christian claiming Class D state titles in 1993 and 1994.

Finally, one of Ferndale’s go-to brunch spots is coming back to the scene. The Fly Trap is set to reopen on Tuesday, March 22, after...

A 2-month-old was found not breathing in the Baymont Inn, according to police.

A new bill in Washington looks to add new protections to election workers in the wake of what happened back in 2020. On Friday (March 4), Metro Detroit City Clerks and the NAACP came together to discuss why they believe it’s so necessary.

Art is all in the details, as one Royal Oak artist is showing. She uses a technique called block printing to create one-of-a-kind, handcrafted patterns.

Michigan drivers are paying an average of $3.62 a gallon of gas as of Wednesday (March 2).

GAME RECAP: Defense leads Kalamazoo Central boys hoops to upset over No. Kalamazoo Central junior Hutch Ward (12) reacts after making a shot against Muskegon during the fourth quarter at Kalamazoo Central High School in Kalamazoo, Michigan on Tuesday, March 1, 2022. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com)Joel Bissell | MLive.comKalamazoo Central students celebrate a 51-46 victory over Muskegon at Kalamazoo Central High School in Kalamazoo, Michigan on Tuesday, March 1, 2022. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com)Joel Bissell | MLive.comKalamazoo Central celebrates a 51-46 victory over Muskegon at Kalamazoo Central High School in Kalamazoo, Michigan on Tuesday, March 1, 2022. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com)Joel Bissell | MLive.comClick here to purchase images from Kalamazoo Central’s upset over Muskegon.

In a season when unpredictability reigns supreme in MLive’s top 25 boys basketball rankings, the Detroit Martin Luther King boys basketball team has held onto the No. Meanwhile, Catholic High School League teams continue to jumble around -- something that will likely continue thanks to the CHSL Bishop tournament this week. Detroit Western International (15-4)Division 1The Cowboys had a 10 game win streak snapped against Detroit King in the PSL championship game, falling hard with a 66-38 loss. Grand Blanc (13-5)Division 1Grand Blanc’s 10 game win streak came to an end against Muskegon on Saturday with an 84-79 loss. The Cubs hope to keep riding the momentum when they play Orchard Lake St. Mary’s on Wednesday in the CHSL Bishop tournament semifinals.

For close to two decades, an unfinished mega-church sat empty along Woodward Avenue in Detroit, not far from the Ferndale border. Now there’s a renewed push to get work started back up on what’s turned out to be a vacant eyesore.

Bloomfield Hills Brother Rice (11-6)Division 1Brother Rice was the victim of its tough schedule last week with back-to-back losses to Ferndale and Detroit Catholic Central. The loss to Catholic Central kicked the Warriors out of the CHSL Bishop tournament bracket. Life does not get any easier for the Pilots as they face a Detroit Catholic Central team on Wednesday that they are 1-1 against this season. The Cubs hope to keep riding the momentum when they play Orchard Lake St. Mary’s on Wednesday in the CHSL Bishop tournament semifinals. Detroit Catholic Central4.

Amont’e Allen-Johnson added 19 points for the Bobcats, Tae Boyd scored 12 and Trevon Johnson chipped in 10. Grand Blanc led 16-6 after the first quarter, 32-30 at halftime and 48-44 heading to the fourth. GIRLSGenesee Christian 72, Dryden 30Ava Boike’s season-high 34 points led Genesee Christian, which is 12-4 after winning for the 10th time in 11 games. Fenton 54, Kearsley 26Maddie Slezinski’s 13 points and 10 rebounds led Fenton, which is 10-7 after winning for the sixth time in seven games. Adrie Straib added seven points and 15 rebounds for the Tigers, who got seven points each from Kaleigh Shaker and Tammy Craven.

FERNDALE – Ferndale kept a narrowing lead over Clarkston Tuesday night to continue their conference win streak. The Eagles, led by star wing player Treyvon Lewis, built an early lead over Clarkston, but Keegan Wasilk’s 27 points helped claw the Wolves back to a single-point deficit with seconds on the clock. Repeated fouls sent the Eagles to the line, where Lewis sank five of six to secure Ferndale’s victory. Ferndale is scheduled to face Muskegon at 5 p.m. Saturday at Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids, while Clarkston travels to North Farmington Friday night. Check out the gallery above or click the link here to see all our photos.

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. -- Ferndale was in desperate need of a basket to try and turn the tide late in the game. With the win, Ferndale (7-2, 4-0) stands alone at the top of the Oakland Activities Association Red Division early on in conference play while North Farmington (9-2, 3-1) suffered its first loss in OAA Red competition. North Farmington also took a hit down the stretch when senior Aaron Rice fouled out after playing a key role on defense in the game. Despite erasing a double-digit deficit, North Farmington coach Todd Negoshian was not looking for moral victories“They’re just tougher than us,” Negoshian said. After North Farmington tied it up on Hurst’s three pointer, the Raiders did not hit a field goal the rest of the way.

FERNDALE, MI - A city in Michigan has just been listed as one of the Top 10 cities in the country for first-time home buyers. Ferndale, Michigan comes in at number nine. “First-time buyers here don’t have to sacrifice nightlife to own a home of their own in this funky town,” Realtor.com said about Ferndale in its Top 10 list. “They tend to be reasonably priced, century-old bungalows in walkable neighborhoods.”The 2022 Top 10 markets for first-time home buyers from Realtor.com:1. Maitland, FloridaMORE FROM MLIVE:City in Michigan ranked the No.

GRAND BLANC, MI -- Due to COVID-19 protocols, the Grand Blanc Bobcats high school boys basketball team will not be taking place Monday night against Ferndale. Next, Grand Blanc is scheduled to face Grand Rapids Catholic Central at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 30, at the Boys Jam at the Van tournament hosted at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids. Related: Metro Detroit high school basketball holiday tournament schedule features Motor City Roundball ClassicThere has been no indication yet if Grand Blanc will be able to participate in Thursday’s game. After the Ferndale Golden Eagles boys basketball team learned two games have been canceled going into the week, the team announced late Sunday evening on Facebook that there will be no practice Monday through Wednesday. Ferndale will reevaluate and see if they can attend the Thursday, Dec. 30 tournament in Grand Rapids, according to the post.

Even with nine players returning from last year’s team, Drake is one of just two seniors on the roster this winter for the Eagles, joining senior wing Treyvon Lewis. It just so happens that Drake and Lewis are also the two most talented players on Ferndale’s roster. In the win over Jesuit, Lewis led all scorers with 25 points while Drake finished with 17 points. Ferndale’s Jason Drake Jr. dribbles the ball during the boys basketball game between Ferndale and Jesuit on Friday Dec. 17, 2021 at Ferndale High School. Along with playing in the highly competitive Oakland Activities Association Red Division, Ferndale is the smallest school in its league by a lot.

FERNDALE, Mich. -- It’s not every day a high school basketball team can give up a 17-3 run to Detroit U-D Jesuit and still win the game. From there, the Eagles went 10-for-10 from the free-throw line in the final 1:22 of the game to claim a 66-59 win. “We did a lot better in the second half of the fourth quarter of executing the half court,” Rickman said. Helping Ferndale bounce back from Jesuit’s big third quarter run was senior point guard Jason Drake, who scored seven points in the 11-1 run that gave Ferndale the lead back. That third quarter... That’s the way we’re supposed to play with energy and that enthusiasm, taking care of the basketball like that.

FERNDALE, MI -- A 10-year-old has died from injuries sustained in a violent crash that occurred after two kids stole a car from a group home in Oakland County. The crash occurred near 8 Mile Road and Flowerdale Street in Ferndale on Nov. 17 after the 10-year-old and an 11-year-old stole the car from Methodist Children’s Home Society in Redford. WDIV-TV in Detroit reported Wednesday that the 10-year-old has died. Our prayers are with the youth and their families,” a statement from the group home released after the crash read. “Two of the youth involved in the accident were temporary residents of Methodist Children’s Home Society’s emergency shelter, a state-licensed facility for foster children who need short-term housing.

Ferndale's Public House is reopening under new ownership as Public House & Garden, featuring a new vegan menu and a lush patio garden. The restaurant...

It’s been nearly 30 years since The Golden Girls went off the air, yet, Miami’s most beloved GILFs (sorry, not sorry) Blanche, Rose, Dorothy, and...

Six Michigan cities are being recognized by the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ civil rights organization for leading the way in equality and inclusion for the state. Ann Arbor, Detroit, East Lansing, Grand Rapids, Ferndale and Lansing were designated “All-Stars” by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation, in partnership with the Equality Federation, in its 10th annual Municipal Equality Index (MEI) released Thursday, Nov. 18.

Nooksack Elementary, 3333 Breckenridge Road, Everson, and Everson Elementary, 216 Everson Goshen Road, are open as emergency shelters overnight.

A Muslim woman has sued the city of Ferndale, arguing the city violated her religious rights by forcing her to remove her hijab for a...

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FERNDALE, MI – A dog has a new name and a new lease on life after being recued from a burning church in Oakland County. Firefighters from the Ferndale Fire Department, Madison Heights Fire Department and the Birmingham Fire Department responded to the vacant church in Royal Oak Township at 10 a.m. on Oct. 3. Upon inspection, a Madison Heights firefighter noticed there was a frightened dog among the blaze. The dog, newly named Miracle, managed to wedge through a small opening and escape with minor burns when approached by rescuers. “She just wanted to be loved.”Miracle was treated for her burns at the Oakland County Animal Shelter.

Week 7 matchups have arrived and there are plenty of great matchups to keep an eye on around Metro Detroit this week. Before we dive into the Week 7 schedule, we have to honor the winner of the Metro Detroit Player of the Week poll for last week’s performances. Viotto had enough votes to edge Woodhaven running back Devin Henry, who finished in second with 11,610 votes. In Western’s largest offensive output of the season, Viotto quarterback had a big night in a 47-6 win over Ferndale. WEEK 5 METRO DETROIT FOOTBALL SCHEDULEHome team is listed first.

Last year we had no choice but to do everything ourselves from the discomfort of our home. Well, thanks to the return of Ferndale's DIY...