Pontiac Times

Pontiac man on probation for assault and criminal sexual conduct arraigned for sex trafficking in Oakland

By Benjamin Kibbey | Oct 12, 2020

The bust of an Oakland-based human trafficking ring has led to seven felony charges, including prostitution and sex trafficking, for a 23-year-old Pontiac man, who is also facing charges in a separate child pornography case.

Grace Centers of Hope $2.05 Meal Program provides a hot, nutritious meal to those in need

By Benjamin Kibbey | Oct 9, 2020

In addition to the assistance they have given to those affected by the economic crisis created by COVID-19, Grace Centers of Hope is still gearing up to serve even more of those in need during the upcoming holiday season.

Oakland County judge discusses local significance of federal court ruling from Pennsylvania

By Benjamin Kibbey | Oct 2, 2020

U.S. District Judge William Stickman recently ruled that some of Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf’s COVID-19 executive orders are unconstitutional, leaving some to wonder what the precedent could mean for Michigan and the rest of the country.

From Shiawassee Times

Michigan school districts opt for a variety of options for fall reopening

By Benjamin Kibbey | 4 years ago

Bridge Michigan recently published a list detailing not only the reopening plans for local school districts across the state, but how those plans will progress into the coming year, with the promise to continue updating the information as it changes.

Oakland County offers free workshops to struggling businesses

By Benjamin Kibbey | Sep 3, 2020

In a bid to help the beleaguered small business community weather the economic storm created by COVID-19-related restrictions, the Oakland County Small Business Team is working on several pandemic-focused virtual business workshops.

COVID-19 has shown the need to return manufacturing jobs to the U.S.

By Benjamin Kibbey | Aug 20, 2020

Among the realities that the COVID-19 pandemic has brought to light, Myron Moser, chair of the board at Hartfiel Automation, argues that the need to modernize U.S. manufacturing to bring jobs and manufacturing back to the country is paramount.

COVID-19 cut Michigan's jail populations in half, encouraging reformers

By Benjamin Kibbey | Jul 30, 2020

Temporary policy changes in the wake of COVID-19 led to an approximately 50% drop in Michigan jail populations, yet the state has so far not seen an increase in crime, leading some reformers to argue that incarceration rates could be lowered permanently.

Michigan's mobility chief discusses collaboration and innovation

By Benjamin Kibbey | Jul 18, 2020

Michigan Chief Mobility Officer Trevor Pawl recently spoke about efforts to move Michigan forward in terms of electric-powered transportation and lowering carbon dioxide emissions.