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‘Narcos’ DEA Agent, Grieving Father Join Forces to Fight Mental Health Crisis in Law Enforcement

Mental Health · Pontiac

‘Narcos’ DEA Agent, Grieving Father Join Forces to Fight Mental Health Crisis in Law Enforcement

100% Center coverage: 6 sources

By Meghan Daniels Click here for updates on this story PONTIAC, Michigan (WXYZ) — The real-life story behind Netflix’s “Narcos” is coming to life in Pontiac Thursday night — and it’s all for a cause that’s hitting close to home for the men behind the event. Steve Murphy, the retired DEA agent who helped take down notorious drug lord Pablo Escobar, will speak at a public event at the UWM Sports Complex. But this time, he’s not just talking ab…See the Story

HGTV star Hilary Farr will judge inaugural ‘Furniture Flip Challenge’ aiding Michigan families

HGTV star Hilary Farr will judge inaugural ‘Furniture Flip Challenge’ aiding Michigan families

Coverage: 2 sources

In a warehouse on North Perry Street in Pontiac, creativity is colliding with compassion — one repurposed nightstand at a time. This is the setting for the Furniture Bank of Metro Detroit’s inaugural “Furniture Flip Challenge,” an imaginative competition with a heart. The contest invites DIYers, woodworkers and artists to reimagine discarded household furniture into stunning, functional works of art. But beyond the color and craftsmanship, every…See the Story

Dodge Brings Street-Legal Drag Racing Back to Detroit's Woodward Avenue for Epic 10th Anniversary Celebration

Motorsports · Pontiac

Dodge Brings Street-Legal Drag Racing Back to Detroit's Woodward Avenue for Epic 10th Anniversary Celebration

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Historic Woodward Avenue transforms for one-day automotive festival featuring drag racing, thrill rides, and car show. August 9 in downtown Pontiac. Get tickets now.See the Story

Oakland County’s latest affordable-housing project opens

With help from a $2.5 million from Oakland County’s housing trust fund, a new 72-unit multifamily housing development has opened in Pontiac. Westwood South Apartments, 837 Golf Drive in Pontiac, have two complete buildings already at capacity and a third under construction. Frank Bell, a U.S. Navy veteran and Pontiac native, lived in Lincoln Park until he had the opportunity to rent a Westwood apartment with help from the federal Veterans Affair…Pontiac, Michigan · Pontiac Read Article

Suspect Charged with Murder After Deadly Pontiac Drive-by Shooting

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

A man currently on probation is now facing murder charges after he allegedly killed an Auburn Hills man in a drive-by shooting in Pontiac last week.Pontiac, Michigan · Pontiac See the Story

Oakland Hope's Food Pantry in danger of closing, opens GoFundMe to continue operations

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

It's been a lifeline for thousands in Pontiac, but now, the Oakland Hope Food Pantry could be days away from shutting down.GoFundMe · Pontiac Read Article

CARE-ing for CASA 2025 - DBusiness Magazine

CARE House of Oakland County in Pontiac hosted CARE-ing for CASA at Zana in Birmingham on June 9.Pontiac, Michigan · Pontiac Read Article

How Trump's medical debt policy hurts people like me

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

With a rule to remove medical debt from credit reports on hold, this Michigan veteran is calling on Trump to act. I’m an Army veteran who willingly and proudly enlisted to serve my country. I did it because I felt a deep sense of duty to protect the freedoms we all hold dear and to be part of something bigger than myself. I’ve traveled the world to serve others, and did so honorably for 5 years on active duty, facing challenges and sacrifices al…Pontiac, Michigan · Pontiac Read Article

SPORTS HISTORY IN BLACK: Crowd sets record at Pistons-Lakers NBA Finals game NABJ Black News & Views

Two professional basketball teams that many loved or hated in the 1980s were the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers. Both teams had their share of winning during the 1980s, with the Lakers winning five titles and the Celtics winning three titles. But towards the end of the decade, another team emerged to battleKilmarnock Celtic · Pontiac Read Article

Michigan Man Arrested for Fatal Drive-by Shooting in Oakland County

100% Center coverage: 3 sources

The suspect was arrested within hours of the shooting and is being held in the Oakland County Jail.Pontiac, Michigan · Pontiac See the Story

More Details Released About Double Shooting in Pontiac

The Livingston County Coroner’s Office has released more details about a double shooting that occurred inside a residence in the 600 block of South Oak Street in Pontiac around 3:20 p.m. on June 5th. The Pontiac Police Department said they…Pontiac, Michigan · Pontiac Read Article