Watch: Do Local Heroes Bring National Anthem Home (Or Do They Go All Roseanne Barr On It)?

7 police officers, firefighters, soldiers and veterans finalists for $10,000 prize for their units, chance to sing at Detroit Tigers game.

Amish Buggy Robberies, 17 Years for Porch Shooting, 'Not Enough Zeros' in Lawsuit on Menards Ceiling Tile Death, Another Complaint About U-M Handling of Sexual Assault Investigation: Michigan News Digest

Also, cats and dogs may have more to say than you guessed, and a “Toadly” new mayor is needed at Amphibiville.

Oakland County Road Construction: Detours, Delays and Roads to Avoid

The Road Commission of Oakland County has released a list of projects where delays may or detours are possible.

Pet Whisperer Will Share What Cat Really Means by 'Meow'

Many pet owners say they talk to their dogs and cats all the time. But do they talk back? Find out when pet communicator speaks Sept. 17.

No 'Slime' in This Election: Zoo's Amphibiville Seeks 'Toadly' 'Newt' Leader

Cue “Hail to the Chief.” The Detroit Zoo attraction The wall Street Journal dubbed “Disneyland for Toads” needs a new mayor.

Kate Upton and Justin Verlander in Nude Selfies, Menards Shopper Killed by Falling Tiles, Allegedly Drunken Driver Hits 'Drive Sober' Sign, '60s Activist Hayden's Papers and Thick FBI File Back at U-M: Michigan News Digest

Also, a teacher was fired from the Catholic school where she’s taught for nine years because she’s gay and pregnant.

Labor Day 2014: Fun Facts For The Holiday Weekend

What’s the history of Labor Day? Find out here!

Labor Day 2014 Picks and Drunken Driving Checkpoints, Stranger Danger, Little Free Library Thefts, Pouch Rescued and Resuscitated, Dead-On Anti-Texting Campaign: Michigan News Digest

Also, the family of a World War II veteran who was beaten to death in a Veterans Administration home was given the go-ahead to sue.

Eating Champ (Burp) Wolfs Down a Coney Dog Every 35 Seconds

Competitive eater Matt Holowicki ate 17 coney dogs in a record 10 minutes to raise money for Detroit police and fire charities.

Family of World War II Vet Fatally Punched at VA Home Can Sue: Court

Veterans Home staff didn’t do enough to protect Alzheimer’s patients from one another, family of Andrew Robinson Ball alleges.

Funeral Home Dead On In #idrivetextfree Campaign: Watch

Texting and driving is now the leading cause of teenage traffic deaths. Funeral directors say they've seen too many statistics not to act.

Is Scientology Flint's Savior? Vice President Joe Biden is Coming to Town for Labor Day, Teddy Bear Isn't a Teddy Bear When It's a Drug Mule, Lawyers Want Off Case of Mom Accused of Trying to Kill Autistic Daughter: Michigan News Digest

Also, the Dearborn Symphony Orchestra is planning a fundraiser that promises to be the social event of the season: Cars, Cigars & Jazz.

Serial Stabber Wants to be Deported; Area Muslims Condemn ISIS as 'Crazy Criminals,' Boy Held in Playground Stabbing Had History of Abuse, Fracking Moratorium: Michigan News Digest

Also, actress and director Penny Marshall joins chorus of criticism about Wayne State University research resulting in death of dogs.

How to Talk to Kids About Dangers of 'Fire Challenge'

Some online challenges, like the “ice bucket challenge,” are worthwhile and harmless. Other, like the “fire challenge,” aren’t.

Area Muslims Condemn ISIS as 'Crazy Criminals' and 'A Bunch of Gangsters'

Dearborn rally was the third this summer staged by local Muslims, who want to distance themselves from ISIS and other militant Islam groups.

Oil Pipeline Civil Disobedience, Water Shutoffs to Resume, Martha Reeves Sings the Birthday Song, Tearful Reunion for Marine and Daughter: Michigan News Digest

Junior League of Birmingham has chosen a busy place to hopefully reach some of the people affected by human trafficking – victims and johns.

'Human Trafficking Happens Here': Junior League Launches Billboard Campaign

The Junior League of Birmingham and chapters across the state are appealing to the people most affected by the sex trade.

Cleric Influential with ISIS, Pooch Pulled from Sinkhole, Terrifying Ferris Wheel Ride, More Cleanup from the Floods of 2014: Michigan News Digest

Also, police are focusing on a shoe print found on April Millsap’s chest, who may have been sexually assaulted.

Massive Need for Volunteers to Move Floods of 2014 Recovery Along

The Michigan Community Service Commission is coordinating volunteers to assist in flood recovery.

Feds Go After $250K Owed by Dearborn Cleric with ISIS Influence

Study released this spring shows how social media fueled cleric’s rise to West's most influential cheerleader for jihadist militants.

Epic Great Lakes Paddleboard Challenge, Judge Tosses Sex Charges Against Tiger Pitcher Evan Reed, Same-Sex Couples Want Marriages Recognized, Novi Judge Steps Down: Michigan News Digest

Also, there are growing signs the Zack Snyder-directed film, “Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice,” will have a Downriver location.

Judge Tosses Sex Charges Against Detroit Tigers Pitcher, Says Alleged Victim 'Not Very Credible'

“I have my life back,” Evan Reed says after sexual assault charges against him were dismissed.

As Venus and Jupiter Hug in the Sky, Moon Will Join Party for Cosmic Triangle

If you’re an early morning riser – and even if you’re not – set the alarm to see one of skywatchers' "11 must-see events for 2014."

Foul-Smelling Flood Debris Piling Up on Curbs, Who to Call: Floods of 2014

More than a week after Detroit’s historic floods, questions are still piling up – along with flood-damaged items on street curbs.

Ties to The Mitten on 'Top Chef,' Son Says Dad Likely Provoked Fatal Shove,Alleged Drunk Mom Leaves Baby in the Rain, Vitamin Bottle Tampering, Grosse Pointe Park Barrier Coming Down: Michigan News Digest

Also, zoo researchers hope to learn more about how to help “smiling” turtles survive in the wild by studying their personalities.

Detroit Zoo Researchers Study 'Smiling' Turtles' Personalities to Learn Why They're Dying

Blanding’s turtles can live to be 60 years old – if hatchlings can survive raccoons in the wild.

One-of-a-Kind Earring for Charlotte's One-of-a-Kind Ear; Woman Thought Dead to Meet Rescuer, Person of Interest in Armada Murder, Man Shoved at Hank Williams Jr. Concert Dies: Michigan News Digest

Also, readers can – and definitely should – post again on Patch’s new platform. We’ll take you through it, step by step.

West Nile Virus Shows Up in Oakland County, Residents Urged to take Precautions

Oakland County has escaped the virus transmitted by mosquitoes until this year.

Woman Reported Dead in Floods of 2014 to Meet Rescuer on 'The Doctors'

Jena David, reported dead in Detroit’s 2014 Floods, calls her rescuer, Dustin Rowen, an “angel.” Read why that might not be hyperbole.

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Woman Learns of Her 'Death' on TV, Dad Shares Slammer with Son After Smuggling Smack in Shorts, Dream Cruise Nightmare, Officer Injured After Bullet Ricochets Off Pit Bull's Head: Michigan News Digest

Also, the Dearborn City Council wants “a cooling off period” before issuing any new hookah cafe permits.

Oh Say Can You Sing? Last Chance to Enter National Anthem Singing Contest

Southeast Michigan police officers, firefighters, military members and veterans urged to enter bank's Home of the Brave Singing Contest.

Civil Rights Activists Exploiting Ferguson, MO, Unrest: Neighbors

The “By Any Means Necessary” civil rights group is passing out fliers at the scene of a police-involved shooting in Detroit.

Woman Hears Reports of Her Death on TV

The story of her death is a myth, but the true story of Jena David’s rescue in the Floods of 2014 is a dramatic story of heroics.

Clock is Ticking: Who is Your Every Day Hero?

There are just a few hours left to nominate the coach or mentor who made a difference in your life to win a prize package from Patch.

Woodward Dream Cruise, Harrowing Stories from Floods of 2014, Same-Sex Marriage Limbo, Worker Cracks Open Manager's Bathroom Spy Cam: Michigan News Digest

Also, is bleh the new hip? It depends, Movoto says. Has climate change made big weather events more likely in the future?

Harrowing, Heartbreaking Tales and Worry Written in the Muck Left By Floods of 2014

“We are dragging our lives to the curb with tears in our eyes,” says flood-weary woman who says pickers deliver a nettlesome indignity.

Start Your Engines; Woodward Dream Cruise Off to Thundering Start

If you live near Woodward Avenue, it’s either time to disappear to the U.P. for the weekend or step into a gearhead Wayback Machine.

'Houses ... Smell Like Sewers'; Plea Deal for Man Who Ran Away with Plymouth Teen; Floods of 2014; Back to School; Homes for Sale: Michigan News Digest

Also, police officials are asking for cool heads to prevail after fears Ferguson, MO, racial unrest could spill over to Detroit.

'Houses ... Smell Like Sewers,' Mayor Says in Plea for Federal Help : Floods of 2014

Across southeast Michigan, local governments plead for federal help, arguing communities can’t weather cleanup costs alone.