Ex-Oxford Center worker says key safety item was abandoned years before hyperbaric chamber explosion
Read full article: Ex-Oxford Center worker says key safety item was abandoned years before hyperbaric chamber explosionA former Oxford Center employee testified that grounding wrist straps that prevent static electric buildup in hyperbaric chambers stopped being used in 2017, years before a 2025 explosion that killed a 5-year-old boy.
Morning 4: GEICO sues Oakland County woman for not listing her 12-year-old on car insurance policy -- and more news
Read full article: Morning 4: GEICO sues Oakland County woman for not listing her 12-year-old on car insurance policy -- and more newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
GEICO lawsuit targets Oakland County mom for not adding 12-year-old to car insurance policy
Read full article: GEICO lawsuit targets Oakland County mom for not adding 12-year-old to car insurance policyA Southfield-area woman is being sued by GEICO for not listing her 12-year-old daughter, who does not drive, on her personal injury protection form.
GEICO sues Oakland County woman for not listing her 12-year-old daughter on car insurance policy
Read full article: GEICO sues Oakland County woman for not listing her 12-year-old daughter on car insurance policyGEICO is suing a Southfield-area woman because she did not list her 12-year-old daughter, who does not drive, on her personal injury protection form.
‘Deal with it’: Former Oxford Center employee testifies about how safety concerns were dismissed
Read full article: ‘Deal with it’: Former Oxford Center employee testifies about how safety concerns were dismissedA former Oxford Center employee testified that repeated warnings about hyperbaric chamber safety, including static electricity, and children being treated alone, were dismissed by leadership in the years that he worked at the company.
West Bloomfield Ridge residents say Priority Waste did not pick trash up for weeks
Read full article: West Bloomfield Ridge residents say Priority Waste did not pick trash up for weeksResidents of the West Bloomfield Ridge neighborhood say they waited weeks for their trash to be picked up by Priority Waste. Priority Waste says they only faced delays this last week due to weather.
Oakland County couple stranded after truck stuck in dealership for over a month due to part delay
Read full article: Oakland County couple stranded after truck stuck in dealership for over a month due to part delayA 79-year-old Clarkston man says he’s been without his Chevrolet Silverado for over a month because the dealership that is servicing the truck can’t get the part it needs. He bought the truck because it fit his wife’s wheelchair.
4 charged in Oakland County hyperbaric chamber explosion death to appear in court
Read full article: 4 charged in Oakland County hyperbaric chamber explosion death to appear in courtThe four workers charged after a 5-year-old boy was killed in a hyperbaric chamber explosion at an Oakland County health care center are scheduled to appear in court Monday as their preliminary examination resumes.
Paramedics pronounced her dead, then she woke up at morgue. Now Michigan city will pay $3.25M
Read full article: Paramedics pronounced her dead, then she woke up at morgue. Now Michigan city will pay $3.25MA city in Michigan will pay $3.25 million after a woman was pronounced dead and woke up at a funeral home hours later.
19-year-old Warren man found dead with gunshot wound in Pontiac field
Read full article: 19-year-old Warren man found dead with gunshot wound in Pontiac fieldDetectives with the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a murder after a 19-year-old Warren man was found dead in a field in Pontiac.
Metro Detroit skaters set sights on Olympics at 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships
Read full article: Metro Detroit skaters set sights on Olympics at 2026 U.S. Figure Skating ChampionshipsBefore Olympic dreams dance at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in St. Louis this week, Metro Detroiters Emilea Zingas and Vadym Kolesnik sharpen each other in Novi.
Morning 4: Man hit, killed by Road Commission for Oakland County plow truck, driver charged -- and more news
Read full article: Morning 4: Man hit, killed by Road Commission for Oakland County plow truck, driver charged -- and more newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
Oakland County man pleads guilty in sexual conduct case involving 15-year-old he met on Instagram
Read full article: Oakland County man pleads guilty in sexual conduct case involving 15-year-old he met on InstagramA Rochester Hills man accused of meeting a 15-year-old girl he met on Instagram for sexual purposes has pleaded guilty to his charges.
Prosecutor: 79 young adults who got life in prison in Oakland County need new sentences, per ruling
Read full article: Prosecutor: 79 young adults who got life in prison in Oakland County need new sentences, per rulingThe Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office determined that 79 people sentenced to life without parole for crimes committed between the ages of 18 and 20 will need to be resentenced under recent Supreme Court rulings.
Oakland County travel expert shares advice for Caribbean travelers during Venezuela crisis
Read full article: Oakland County travel expert shares advice for Caribbean travelers during Venezuela crisisAfter a Livonia couple was stranded in the Caribbean due to the military operation in Venezuela affecting travel, Local 4 spoke to a Royal Oak travel agent about what people should know if they are traveling to the Caribbean in the coming months.
City of Southfield to pay $3.25M after paramedics wrongly declared woman dead
Read full article: City of Southfield to pay $3.25M after paramedics wrongly declared woman deadThe city of Southfield has agreed to pay $3.25 million to settle a lawsuit with the mother of Timesha Beauchamp, who was wrongly declared dead by paramedics in 2020.
Michigan family loses $2,100 in Oakland County jail scam
Read full article: Michigan family loses $2,100 in Oakland County jail scamA Michigan mother shared her harrowing experience after scammers impersonated an Oakland County sheriff’s officer and swindled her family out of $2,100 following her daughter’s arrest for drunk driving.
Family speaks out after 75-year-old attacked by DoorDash driver in Wixom, driver charged with misdemeanor
Read full article: Family speaks out after 75-year-old attacked by DoorDash driver in Wixom, driver charged with misdemeanorA 75-year-old man, Lloyd Poole, remains hospitalized following a violent confrontation with a DoorDash driver in Wixom.
2 hospitalized after driver crosses into oncoming traffic in Oakland County
Read full article: 2 hospitalized after driver crosses into oncoming traffic in Oakland CountyTwo people were hospitalized Friday morning after a 24-year-old driver crossed into oncoming traffic on West Pontiac Trail in Commerce Township, causing a crash with a westbound vehicle.
Morning 4: Welfare check reveals body of Oakland County man killed in ‘violent attack’ -- and more news
Read full article: Morning 4: Welfare check reveals body of Oakland County man killed in ‘violent attack’ -- and more newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
Water system flushed, filters installed after Legionella found at Oakland County courthouse
Read full article: Water system flushed, filters installed after Legionella found at Oakland County courthouseOfficials released an update Tuesday after testing revealed the presence of Legionella in the Oakland County courthouse last week.
West Bloomfield cafe helps adults with special needs build job skills, community
Read full article: West Bloomfield cafe helps adults with special needs build job skills, communityWest Bloomfield’s Soul Cafe is doing more than serving breakfast. It’s helping adults with special needs learn real-life skills and be part of a community.
Power restored after 100 Clarkston homes were without electricity for nearly 3 days
Read full article: Power restored after 100 Clarkston homes were without electricity for nearly 3 daysPower was restored after at least a hundred homes were without electricity in Clarkston for nearly three days. Local 4 sat down with one frustrated couple on Sunday night.
Christmas Day shooting at Oakland County apartments kills 2, injures 1
Read full article: Christmas Day shooting at Oakland County apartments kills 2, injures 1Authorities said the shooting stemmed from an assault that happened earlier that day. Police believe the woman’s boyfriend assaulted her and left.
Apartment fire damages multiple units in Southfield; 1 person treated for smoke inhalation
Read full article: Apartment fire damages multiple units in Southfield; 1 person treated for smoke inhalationA fire broke out in an apartment complex in Southfield, with flames visible through the roof when firefighters arrived.
Pontiac community rallies to bring holiday cheer to 9-year-old after tragic car crash
Read full article: Pontiac community rallies to bring holiday cheer to 9-year-old after tragic car crashPontiac city officials and community leaders came together Friday to bring holiday cheer to a 9-year-old girl who lost her mother and two younger brothers in a tragic crash earlier this year.
Sterling Heights man charged after deadly drunk driving crash in Commerce Township
Read full article: Sterling Heights man charged after deadly drunk driving crash in Commerce TownshipA 51-year-old man from Sterling Heights has been charged with a felony for driving under the influence and causing a deadly crash on Sept. 5, police said.
Oakland University to fully reopen Jan. 5 after heating system repairs
Read full article: Oakland University to fully reopen Jan. 5 after heating system repairsOakland University will fully reopen at 5 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 5, following repairs to its high-temperature hot water (HTHW) pipe system that left more than 20 buildings without heat since Thanksgiving break.
Man accused of killing Oakland County restaurant manager bound over to circuit court
Read full article: Man accused of killing Oakland County restaurant manager bound over to circuit courtThe man accused of shooting a restaurant manager to death outside his workplace has been bound over to circuit court.
Macomb County teacher disguised camera as phone charger to film kids in his bathroom, feds say
Read full article: Macomb County teacher disguised camera as phone charger to film kids in his bathroom, feds sayA Macomb County teacher is accused of disguising a camera as a phone charger to film children in the bathroom of his Oakland County home.
Henry Ford Hospital shooting fuels push to eliminate PPO fees for domestic violence survivors
Read full article: Henry Ford Hospital shooting fuels push to eliminate PPO fees for domestic violence survivorsA deadly workplace shooting at Henry Ford Health’s main hospital is fueling new momentum in Lansing to remove financial barriers for domestic violence survivors seeking legal protection.
Michigan State Police expand training for places of worship security, escape planning
Read full article: Michigan State Police expand training for places of worship security, escape planningThe Michigan State Police held a special training session on Wednesday for people who work in various places of worship in an effort to help prevent the next attack, as well as help people come up with plans to escape.
Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald provides update on fight against human trafficking
Read full article: Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald provides update on fight against human traffickingOakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald joined community and law enforcement leaders to provide an update on the county’s fight against human trafficking.
Northville native recounts fear after being trapped in Brown University shooting
Read full article: Northville native recounts fear after being trapped in Brown University shootingA Northville native attending Brown University spent seven hours in hiding this weekend as a mass shooting unfolded just blocks away.
Untested evidence questioned after testimony details fire cause in Troy hyperbaric chamber explosion
Read full article: Untested evidence questioned after testimony details fire cause in Troy hyperbaric chamber explosionA deputy fire chief testified that static electric discharge was the likely cause of the fire in the Oakland County hyperbaric chamber explosion, saying the use of a grounding strap could've reduced the risk. The defense continued to question him about evidence that hasn't been tested yet.
Morning 4: CEO, 3 others charged in Oakland County hyperbaric chamber explosion to return to court -- and more news
Read full article: Morning 4: CEO, 3 others charged in Oakland County hyperbaric chamber explosion to return to court -- and more newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
All 3 are prominent men in Metro Detroit. Feds say they had these chats about being pedophiles
Read full article: All 3 are prominent men in Metro Detroit. Feds say they had these chats about being pedophilesThree prominent men from Metro Detroit are accused of openly discussing being pedophiles during graphic chats about young boys, according to the FBI.
Man accused of groping woman, spraying lotion on another in Oakland County pleads no contest
Read full article: Man accused of groping woman, spraying lotion on another in Oakland County pleads no contestA man accused of groping a woman and spraying lotion on another woman in Oakland County pleaded no contest to both cases.
Man accused of sexually assaulting 12-year-old at Oakland County park pleads guilty to charges
Read full article: Man accused of sexually assaulting 12-year-old at Oakland County park pleads guilty to chargesThe man accused of trying to sexually extort a 12-year-old girl at a park in Oakland County pleaded guilty to his charges.
CEO, 3 others charged in Oakland County hyperbaric chamber explosion to return to court
Read full article: CEO, 3 others charged in Oakland County hyperbaric chamber explosion to return to courtThe CEO and three other workers charged after a 5-year-old boy was killed in a hyperbaric chamber explosion at an Oakland County health care center are scheduled to appear in court today.
Oakland County man sentenced to at least 25 years in prison in connection with 1-year-old’s death
Read full article: Oakland County man sentenced to at least 25 years in prison in connection with 1-year-old’s deathAn Oakland County man has been sentenced to prison after the death of a 1-year-old girl.
Data center debate heats up in Southfield as residents voice concerns
Read full article: Data center debate heats up in Southfield as residents voice concernsResidents packed a Southfield City Council meeting Monday evening to give public comments on yet another proposed data center that could be coming to Southeast Michigan.
‘Love being a pedo’: Metro Detroit doctor, attorney, therapist accused in web of child porn chats
Read full article: ‘Love being a pedo’: Metro Detroit doctor, attorney, therapist accused in web of child porn chatsThree men -- a doctor, an attorney, and a therapist -- from Oakland and Wayne counties are involved in a web of child pornography chats, and some sexually abused young boys, according to federal officials.
Authorities link Texas men to Metro Detroit ATM theft and Somerset Collection shopping spree
Read full article: Authorities link Texas men to Metro Detroit ATM theft and Somerset Collection shopping spreeThe four suspects are accused of using the cash for luxury shopping, captured on security cameras at Somerset Collection after the robbery.
Woman charged with unarmed robbery after purse snatchings at Rochester Hills stores
Read full article: Woman charged with unarmed robbery after purse snatchings at Rochester Hills storesLynsie Marion Leinenger, 37, of Auburn Hills, was arraigned on two felony charges after allegedly stealing purses from two shoppers at different stores in Rochester Hills.
Oakland County man accused of killing mother after argument over his life choices
Read full article: Oakland County man accused of killing mother after argument over his life choicesAn Oakland County man is facing charges in connection with killing his mother after she allegedly scolded him “for his life choices,” police said.
Sterling Heights man bound over on felonious assault charges after hitting school officials
Read full article: Sterling Heights man bound over on felonious assault charges after hitting school officialsMacomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido announced that 45-year-old Lemuel Young of Sterling Heights waived his preliminary exam and was bound over to Macomb County Circuit Court on charges of felonious assault.
Chamber logs, fire cause, phone calls: Takeaways from Troy hyperbaric chamber explosion hearing
Read full article: Chamber logs, fire cause, phone calls: Takeaways from Troy hyperbaric chamber explosion hearingThe preliminary hearing in the Oakland County hyperbaric chamber explosion case continued Friday, revealing details about phone calls that ended a police interview with a defendant and the investigation into the cause of the fire.
4 workers charged in Oakland County hyperbaric chamber explosion death to appear in court
Read full article: 4 workers charged in Oakland County hyperbaric chamber explosion death to appear in courtThe four workers charged after a 5-year-old boy was killed when the hyperbaric chamber he was receiving treatment in exploded at an Oakland County facility are scheduled to appear in court.
14th annual Say Detroit Radiothon draws big names, announces new St. Cecilia’s ‘Say Play’ center
Read full article: 14th annual Say Detroit Radiothon draws big names, announces new St. Cecilia’s ‘Say Play’ centerMitch Albom’s 14th annual Say Detroit Radiothon brought out countless big names from the world of sports and entertainment on Thursday at the Somerset Collection in Troy.
Oakland County man accused of killing his mom after being scolded, then using her money at a casino
Read full article: Oakland County man accused of killing his mom after being scolded, then using her money at a casinoAn Oakland County man is facing charges in connection with killing his mother, after she allegedly scolded him “for his life choices,” police said.
Waterford Township residents ‘dig out’ as heavy snowfall brings community together
Read full article: Waterford Township residents ‘dig out’ as heavy snowfall brings community togetherDuring the colder months, neighbors become less visible as people spend more time inside. However, when snow falls, residents emerge to tackle their driveways.
Oakland County crews battle snow, slush to keep roads safe amid winter storm
Read full article: Oakland County crews battle snow, slush to keep roads safe amid winter stormOakland County is facing hazardous road conditions as snow turns to slush that could freeze later, creating slick and dangerous surfaces. Plow crews are working around the clock to keep roads clear and residents safe.
The time to shovel your driveway, sidewalks is now, Metro Detroit. The freeze is next
Read full article: The time to shovel your driveway, sidewalks is now, Metro Detroit. The freeze is nextA wet, slushy snow has taken over most of Southeast Michigan on Wednesday, but the mess isn’t done taking shape.
Men accused of stealing $138K from ATM, going on shopping spree at Somerset Collection
Read full article: Men accused of stealing $138K from ATM, going on shopping spree at Somerset CollectionThe four suspects are accused of using the cash for luxury shopping, captured on security cameras at Somerset Collection after the robbery.
‘Absolutely pathetic’: 2 men who posed as DTE workers, murdered Rochester Hills man sentenced
Read full article: ‘Absolutely pathetic’: 2 men who posed as DTE workers, murdered Rochester Hills man sentencedThe two men who posed as DTE workers and murdered 72-year-old Hussein Murray inside his Rochester Hills home were sentenced to life in prison without parole.
4 charged in 5-year-old’s hyperbaric chamber death return to court -- key piece of evidence revealed
Read full article: 4 charged in 5-year-old’s hyperbaric chamber death return to court -- key piece of evidence revealedAll four people charged in the hyperbaric chamber explosion death of a 5-year-old boy in Oakland County were back in court, and a key piece of evidence was revealed.
Oakland County hyperbaric chamber explosion: What we learned from experts, police during key hearing
Read full article: Oakland County hyperbaric chamber explosion: What we learned from experts, police during key hearingThe four people charged in the death of a 5-year-old boy who was killed in a hyperbaric chamber explosion at a health care facility in Oakland County were back in court this week. Here's what we learned from experts and police who testified.
Deep dive into police report after Oakland County road worker killed in crash
Read full article: Deep dive into police report after Oakland County road worker killed in crashThe police report for a crash that killed an Oakland County road worker in Farmington Hills is providing more details on the investigation.