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CBS News
9 hours ago
- Business
- CBS News
Royal Oak city commission approves initial plans for Sheetz gas station
Amid discussions that have become contentious at times, the Royal Oak City Commission approved the next step for a Sheetz gas station in its Metro Detroit community. The decision came during Monday's commission meeting; but public comments on the topic did emerge during previous local commission meetings. Sheetz has announced plans for, and in some cases recently opened, several of its gas stations in Southeast Michigan. Earlier this year, Livonia City Council rejected a proposal from Sheetz, as did Farmington Hills Council, for their respective communities. The vote to move forward in Royal Oak, after a public hearing took place Monday, was unanimous. There is no word yet on when construction will start. "We're excited the Royal Oak City Commission has given initial approval for a new Sheetz store in their community. As a forward-thinking hub of innovation, family life, and economic vitality, Royal Oak represents exactly the kind of community where Sheetz thrives," Nick Ruffner, Public Affairs Manager, Sheetz said in a statement after the vote. "We look forward to continued engagement with city officials and residents as the approval process moves ahead, and we remain fully committed to being a trusted, involved neighbor in Royal Oak and throughout southeast Michigan." The proposal includes a brownfield redevelopment plan for 3200 West 14 Mile Road in the Oakland County community, in conjunction with a conditional zoning application for the same property. The gas station and convenience store project will include a car wash and drive-through restaurant. Some of those who opposed the plans were nearby homeowners and business owners, citing concerns such as overnight gas station hours. Before the meeting, Royal Oak Mayor Michael Fournier posted a statement on social media that urged residents to maintain decorum at the meetings, even if they disagree with those who are taking a turn speaking. He also reminded residents of a 3-minute limit for each person during public comment time out of "respect and fairness to everyone who wishes to speak."
CBS News
a day ago
- CBS News
Woman charged with murder after the death of her mother in Royal Oak
Two killed in shooting in Detroit; Henry Ford Hospital nurses' strike; and more top stories Two killed in shooting in Detroit; Henry Ford Hospital nurses' strike; and more top stories Two killed in shooting in Detroit; Henry Ford Hospital nurses' strike; and more top stories A woman died at the hospital after an assault in Royal Oak, Michigan, and her adult daughter has been charged with homicide. The call for help was placed about 7:40 p.m. Wednesday from the 3600 block of Crooks Road, the Royal Oak Police Department reported. The caller, later identified as Leslie Ann Cataldo, 66, of Fenton, said her 45-year-old daughter was experiencing a mental health crisis and needed to be taken to a hospital. When police arrived, they found the older woman unresponsive on the floor. She had a life-threatening wound on her neck and was taken to Corewell Hospital in Royal Oak, where she had emergency surgery. Leslie Ann Cataldo died as a result of her injuries on Thursday, according to the police report. In the meantime, her daughter, Jennifer Cataldo was taken into custody at the scene. Jennifer Cataldo had an arraignment hearing Friday afternoon at 44th District Court on one count of homicide-first degree murder, which carries a penalty of life in prison, the report said. She remained incarcerated Monday morning at the Oakland County Jail.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
5 Best Items To Buy at Home Depot Ahead of the Fourth of July
Fourth of July will be here soon enough, a time for showing your love of your country with good friends, good food and maybe a parade or sparkler or two. If your backyard or patio isn't quite BBQ ready, now's the time to head over to Home Depot to make sure you've got all your needs covered. Check Out: Read Next: Get ready to celebrate with some of these great finds at Home Depot before Fourth of July. Get Fourth of July ready to throw down a BBQ feast not only in your own backyard, but on-the-go. The in-laws want to have you over? No problem! Invited to a pool party? You've got party planning dialed in! The Kamado Joe Jr. portable charcoal grill is sleek and adorable, at just 13.5 inches, and ready to cook no matter where you land. Cast iron makes it heat up quickly and maintain that heat. It's $413.99 at Home Depot now. Discover More: Don't forget to bring your own charcoal briquets with you wherever you take your portable BBQ. These Royal Oak 'super size' briquets are easy to light and burn for a long time. They're made from hardwoods with Royal Oak's patented 'fast-start' ridge design that allows for grilling at high temps. A 14-pound bag is just $10.44. If you invite people over for an outdoor party only to realize last minute that your yard is a mess, you'll be glad to have this Ryobi cordless battery string trimmer to clean up any brush, shrubs, tall grass or weeds that have tried to take over. Its rechargeable and cordless, so easy to take around the yard without worrying about keeping it plugged in. Better yet, it's only $79. Don't let your patio look like it's gone to the birds, literally, especially if you plan to host a Fourth of July gathering, and definitely if you're going to have kids playing out there. Clean up dirt, grime, debris, evidence of birds and more with this Ryobi cold water corded electric pressure washer. You might find the process of powering away dirt with 1900 PSI of pressure cathartic while you're at it. It costs just $149. If you invite people over for a Fourth of July gathering and serve them burgers or hot dogs, while people might be grateful, they probably won't be overly impressed. But whip out a couple of steaming fresh pizzas in your Gozney outdoor pizza oven, and you will probably have folks clamoring to come back for the next gathering. Initial outlay is $399, but you can squeeze your money back in pizza with repeated uses! Editor's note: Pricing is accurate as of June 5, 2025. Pricing and availability are subject to change. Photos are courtesy of Home Depot. More From GOBankingRates 8 Dollar Tree Items Retirees Need To Buy Ahead of Summer 2025 How Far $750K Plus Social Security Goes in Retirement in Every US Region Here's the Minimum Salary Required To Be Considered Upper Class in 2025 This article originally appeared on 5 Best Items To Buy at Home Depot Ahead of the Fourth of July
CBS News
3 days ago
- CBS News
Oakland County woman charged with murder in death of her 66-year-old mother
Court hearing on agroterrorism plot; poor air quality continues in Michigan; and more top stories Court hearing on agroterrorism plot; poor air quality continues in Michigan; and more top stories Court hearing on agroterrorism plot; poor air quality continues in Michigan; and more top stories A Royal Oak, Michigan, woman has been charged with murder in the death of her 66-year-old mother. According to court records, Jennifer Cataldo, 45, was charged Friday with one count of first-degree premeditated murder. The Royal Oak Police Department says the 66-year-old woman, identified as Leslie Cataldo, called for police assistance at an apartment on the 3600 block of Crooks Road on Wednesday around 7:40 p.m. She said her daughter, later identified by police as Jennifer Cataldo, was experiencing a mental health crisis and needed to be taken to the hospital. Responding officers saw signs of a struggle while speaking with Jennifer Cataldo, police say. They entered the apartment and found Leslie Cataldo unresponsive with a life-threatening neck wound. She was taken to the hospital where she died on Thursday. Jennifer Cataldo was taken into custody at the scene. If convicted, she faced a maximum sentence of life in prison. A probable cause conference for Jennifer Cataldo is scheduled for June 13. If you or someone you know is in emotional distress, get help from the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. Trained crisis counselors are available 24 hours a day to talk about anything. In addition, help is available from the National Alliance on Mental Illness, or NAMI. Call the NAMI Helpline at 800-950-6264 or text "HelpLine" to 62640. There are more than 600 local NAMI organizations and affiliates across the country, many of which offer free support and education programs.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Yahoo
Royal Oak woman charged with fatally slashing her mother's throat
The Brief Jennifer Cataldo of Royal Oak is charged with killing her mother. The victim called police to report her daughter having a mental health crisis. When police arrived, they found Cataldo's mother on the floor with a slashed throat. FOX 2 - Police responding to an emergency call from a mother saying her daughter was having a mental health crisis made a startling discovery, finding the 66-year-old fatally wounded. The backstory The Fenton resident had moments earlier called police and was found with a slashed throat on the floor of her daughter's Royal Oak apartment Wednesday. Police also found her daughter there, and arrested Jennifer Suzanne Cataldo at her apartment, in the 3600 block of Crooks, who has since been charged with her murder. The victim, Leslie Ann Cataldo, was transported to Corewell Royal Oak where she died Thursday from her injuries. Jennifer Cataldo was arrested without incident and arraigned Friday. She is charged with one count of homicide first degree murder. She has no violent criminal history with only a 2018 drunk driving conviction. The judge denied her bond. The Source Information for this story is from Royal Oak police.
