Rescue Crews Save Pinned Man, Tornado Hits Rochester Hills, Cops Restrain Special Needs Student

Also, GM's new Cadillac will be built in Detroit.

3 Cases of Rare Respiratory Virus Confirmed in Michigan

State health officials are still unsure the cases of enterovirus D68 originated, but they're investigating.

Tornado Rips Through Rochester Hills

A Sunday morning storm with winds as high as 90 mph damaged homes, trees and power lines.

Life-Saving Flight, 3 Best Cities to Live in, Man ID'ed in Train Accident, Pregnant Woman Stops Mugger: Michigan News Digest

Also, billionaire Warren Buffett says his investment firm would buy a Detroit-based company.

3 Michigan Cities Make Best to Live In List

Find out where Troy, Sterling Heights and Westland were ranked by a financial news website.

Cider Mill Time, Creates that Go Bump in the Night, Key Piece of Black History in Tax Auction, Road Rage and More: Michigan News Digest

Also, Christie Siegel is working her way through the tragedy of losing her own children by helping other people's children.

How 2 Kids' Deaths Enriched Other Kids' Lives

Essentially “fired” from a job she loved when her kids were tragically killed, Christie Siegel finds a new way to mother and nurture.

Report: Defendant, Victim Both Had History of Road Rage

News organization’s FOIA request yields an alleged history of road rage by both parties in a fatal Sept. 2 encounter.

Road Construction Alert: Oakland County Road Projects Could Cause Delays

The Road Commission of Oakland County has several ongoing projects that could require detours or cause delays.

How to Comment on Patch

4 simple steps to make sure you’re heard loud and clear.

You Won't Believe What Went Bump in the Night; What's Your Best Animal Intruder Story?

So, a Michigan woman reports an unusual intruder the other night. What’s the strangest animal encounter you’ve ever had?

Missing Student, Surprise Move by Disgraced Cancer Doc, Somber Reminder of Deadliest School Attack Ever, Urban Outfitters' Epic Marketing #Fail: Michigan News Digest

Political consultants behind a robocall accusing candidate of taking "dirty pictures" must publicly apologize in unusual court settlement.

Victim in Deadliest School Attack Ever Gets Headstone, 86 Years Later

An anonymous donor writing about the Bath School Disaster provided the money to provide a headstone for young Richard Fritz.

Drive-Through Funerals, 'Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice' Extras, Pungent Theft Ring, Still a Few Days to vote in Home of the Brave Singing Contest: Michigan News Digest

Also, prosecutors want to include evidence of a 2005 soccer match attack in the case against Dearborn man who fatally punched soccer ref.

Who's Leading Comerica's Home of the Brave Singing Contest? Still Time to Vote

The race is tight, and the public only has a few more days to vote for their favorite hero singing “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

The Devil's in Detroit: Fiery Fuss Over Separation of (Satan's) Church and State

The Oklahoma State Capitol is more than 1,000 miles away, but Detroit Satanists have a thing or two to say about Baphomet monument.

Solider Spurned at Daughter's School, Mom Teens Suspected in X-Rated Vandalism, Hitchhiker Flashes Purple Thong and Other #OMGPD Headlines: Michigan News Digest

Also, social media erupted with rumors Friday that the Batmobile had been stolen from a set of "Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice."

Riddle Me This: Did Villains Steal Batmobile 'Batman v. Superman' Set?

The joke(r) was on anyone who shared or retweeted a story about theft of the Caped Crusader’s machine.

9/11 Memorial Service Honors Heroes, World's Tallest Dog Dies, Coast Guard Worries About Great Lakes Oil Spill, Irish Music Festival Softens Things for Your Bum: Michigan News Digest

Also, solar flare could foul up communications, Michigan's gubernatorial race is statistically tied, Ray Rice provides a teachable moment.

Prison Worker Poisoned by Crafty Inmate in 1893 Honored at 9/11 Memorial

The story of how Deputy Corrections Keeper George Haight died is rich with duplicity and trickery. He is being recognized 121 years later.

Holy Cow! 7-Foot, 4-Inch Dog - World's Tallest Ever - Dies (Video)

“He was definitely a great dog,” says the owner of the Guinness World Record-holder as the tallest dog that ever lived.

What Are You Telling Your Kids About Ray Rice?

A “Baltimore Ravens Ray Rice” Google search brings up 1.3 million results in seconds. What’s the teachable moment from all the publicity?

Coast Guard's Alarming Warning on Great Lakes Oil Spill

Responders have “almost no capability” to respond to submerged spills, adding urgency to study of pipeline safety, spill preparedness.

Solar Storm: Internet May Flare Up, But So May Northern Lights (Video)

A major solar flare launched off the Sun Wednesday, potentially unleashing a geomagnetic storm that could interrupt communications.

Stephen Colbert Pans Detroit's Faygo Fire Alarm System, Deer Season About to Begin, Slow-Speed Getaway Vehicle: Michigan News Digest

Also, Oakland County releases a list of road projects.

Colbert Jabs 'Can-Do Spirit' in Detroit's Fire Alert System: 'Let's Have a Can Do It'

There’s nothing funny about Detroit’s bankruptcy, but this vido from “The Colbert Report” will split your sides.

Oakland County Road Construction: Roads to Avoid

The Road Commission for Oakland County releases the list of road construction projects that could cause delays through Sept. 17.

Michigan Deer Season Just Around the Corner: What You Need to Do to Be Legal

Deer hunting is a big deal in Michigan, where more than 650,000 deer hunters take to the woods every year.

Sheriff 'Just Horrified' by Puppy Video, Driver in Road Rage Claims Self-Defense, Whistleblower Alerted State to Disgraced Cancer Doc in 20120, Area Schools on Newsweek's Top High Schools in America List: Michigan News Digest

Also, a body found in a wooded area ends the mystery surrounding the disappearance of a Rochester Hills man last January.

Report: State Ignored Whistleblower Suspicious in 2010 of Oncologist's 'Chemo Mill'

Dr. Farid Fata is accused of prescribing unnecessary drugs, telling healthy patients they had cancer in $91 million Medicare fraud scheme.

Apparition of Jesus Makes for Ultimate Comfort Food, 3 Held in Bloomfield Township Beating Death, Man Released from Jail After New DNA Tests, Floppy-Eared Weed Eaters: Michigan News Digest

Daytime TV diva Rachael Ray is coming to metro Detroit with charity that gets rescued pets glam-shot ready to enhance chances of adoption.

Protesters Support Gay Catholic Teacher Fired for 'Unconventional' Pregnancy on the Streets and Online

“The country is now watching,” state as online petition. “ ...We can make history by being the first Catholic High School to find a middle g

After Strong Storms, Parishioner Finds Jesus

Holy pierogi! Is that the face of Jesus on that dumpling?

Powerful Storms Kill 1, Leave Hundreds of Thousands in the Dark

DTE Energy calls the straight-line winds that rolled through southeast Michigan "the 10th most impactful storm" in its 111-year history.

Bullet Fired in Rage Ended the Life of a Husband and Father of 2: What Can Be Done to Restore Civility?

Topping our Patch Baker’s Dozen, a collection of 13 posts from Michigan over the past week, is a story of a family’s crushing grief.

Little Girl's Heartbreaking Discovery After Daddy Dies in Road Rage, Former Cop Alleged Serial Rapist, Technology Helps Sheriff's Office Catch a Thief While It Eludes Firefighters in Bankrupt Detroit: Michigan News Digest

On a lighter note, whinny if you want to hear the punch line: Some area firefighters went to see a fellow about a horse …

Severe Weather Alert: Forecast 'Demands Our Attention'

Today may test southeast Michigander’s flood-worn last nerve. But the payback comes on the weekend.

Bee Eradication Gone Bad, Mo Rocca and The Henry Ford's National TV Debut, Protesters Jailed in Fast-Food Strike, Blood Links Suspect to Jewelry Store Heist: Michigan News Digest

Also, vote for your favorite police officer, firefighter, soldier or veteran in Comercia Bank’s National Anthem contest.

Your Neighbors Still Need Help: How to Volunteer for Flood Cleanup

The Michigan Community Service Commission has fielded thousands of request for help from residents across Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties

Judge: Couple Accused of Rape 7 Years Ago Can Sue School, County

The use of “facilitated communication” was at the center of a criminal charges against the couple, which has since been dismissed.