News Nearby: Troy Father Charged in Baby's Death and More

Every Sunday, Patch will help you catch up with the news happening in nearby towns, bringing you the big stories from Patch sites along Woodward Avenue and beyond.

Here's what's been happening nearby this week.

TROY: Troy Father Charged in 3-Month-Old Daughter's Death

Kenneth Michael Little, 25, of Troy was arraigned Thursday afternoon at 52-4 District Court in Troy.

BERKLEY: Former Berkley Boy Scout Leader’s Name Surfaces in Child Sex Abuse Documents

The Boy Scouts of America created files on thousands of leaders and volunteers from 1965 to 1985, including 171 cases in Michigan.

BIRMINGHAM: Tallulah Owner to Open 3 Restaurants in Grosse Pointe Park

Birmingham restaurateur Mindy Lopus is expanding her empire of restaurants with three new eateries in her hometown, Grosse Pointe Park, including a second Tallulah Wine Bar.

FERNDALE: Council OKs West Nine Mile Road Enhancement Project

The plan includes narrowing the current five lanes of traffic to three lanes to allow for on-street parking and improved pedestrian accessibility and safety.

ROYAL OAK: Royal Oak Woman Inducted Into Athletic Hall of Fame

Trine University inducts tennis star Amy Schneider for excellence on and off the court.

CLAWSON: Four Clawson Teachers to Receive 'Classroom Mini-Grants'

The Clawson Chamber of Commerce program will present teachers with grant money to be used for their classrooms.