By Katie MeisenerContributing Reporter Oakland University and Auburn Hills Police officers have joined forces in an effort to reduce automobile crashes at intersections surrounding Oakland University. S.A.F.E. (Stop Accidents From Escalating) Streets is a citywide program, developed by the Auburn Hills Police Department in 2004 as a result of a significant escalation of automobile [...]
By Masudur RahmanSenior Reporter Eighty-year old Jack Kevorkian is campaigning as an independent without any party affiliations to get elected for U.S. Congress, but he’s going about it in an unusual way: he doesn’t want anyone to vote for him. In fact, he doesn’t want anyone to vote or even register to vote in any [...]
By LINA AMENTStaff Intern When thinking of a summer getaway, places like Hawaii, Florida and Alaska can come to mind. But aren’t there any other options?Michigan offers many venues that are budget friendly and right around the corner. If gas prices are getting you down, you can park your car and your worries outside Mackinac [...]
By COREY WILLIAMSAssociated Press Writer DETROIT — A number of previously unreleased text messages in the criminal case against Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick and his former top aide will remain under seal, a judge ruled Monday. District Court Judge Ronald Giles said texts that could be subject to a privilege challenge by defense lawyers or would [...]
By ANDREW GRIEVEContributing Reporter People are always looking for the next big thing when it comes to dieting and healthy eating. People seek out the best choices of low-calorie and low-carb food. The food can be unappetizing to say the least. However, more tasty options are becoming available. In light foods and other healthy choices, [...]
By MASUDUR RAHAMSenior Reporter Barack Obama addressed the woes of Michigan residents to a crowd of about 1,500 for a town hall meeting held at Troy High School last Monday. “Few understand the need for change more than the people of Michigan,” he said. “While the rest of the country has been speculating about a [...]
By: JACLYN RINKContributing Reporter The spring and summer months in Michigan give residents reason to throw off their winter sweaters and slip into a swimsuit. With the weather also comes a change in appetite, as Michiganders exchange heavy winter foods for something a bit lighter. But forget about heading to the local supermarket. With some [...]
By DAVID EGGERTAssociated Press Writer An anti-smoking bill that appeared to be going nowhere took a surprise turn Thursday in the Senate when 25 lawmakers voted for a ban on smoking in Michigan’s bars, restaurants and workplaces. The bill returns to the House, which has been waiting since December for the Senate to act. The [...]
By Kathleen QuandtStaff Intern Parks in and around the Rochester Hills area have a lot to offer the public this summer. With activities ranging from hiking and bicycling to baseball and soccer, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the fresh air of the season. Rochester Hills has 14 parks that total over 900 acres [...]
By KATHY BARKS HOFFMANAssociated Press Writer LANSING, Mich. — Smoking bans in other states don’t have any net economic effect on bars and restaurants, according to a study released Tuesday. The study was released by former Michigan Senate Majority Leader Ken Sikkema, now of Public Sector Consultants, a Lansing think tank. It was prepared for [...]
