Three Kids, Two Jobs (Including) One Small Business - and a Foster Kids' School Clothing Drive

Kids Planet Resale owner is accepting donations for foster children and teens in back-to-school clothing drive.

Girl Mauled By Raccoon Adds Some Bling to Her New Miracle Ear

The girl who was disfigured during an attack by a pet raccoon when she was 3 is going back on the ‘Today’ show.

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.

Man Shoved at Hank Williams Jr. Concert Pronounced Dead

Police will continue investigation pending an autopsy, then decide what, if any, charges 15-year-old will face in death of Robert Kobe, 55.

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.

North Oakland Concert Band Presents "Summer Nights"

Join the NOCB for "Summer Nights"-- Thursday, August 12 @ 7 p.m. at the Orion Community Center (1335 Joslyn Rd., Lake Orion)

Space Limited, Reservations Required: Buy Tickets Now for Oakland Uncorked

A portion of proceeds will benefit Clarkston SCAMP, a five-week summer day camp for children and young adults with special needs.

94 Percent Club Reinforces Importance of School Attendance

As the new school year approaches, Nexus Academy of Royal Oak is introducing the 94 Percent Club as an incentive

How to Post on Patch

Welcome back! Here’s what you need to know to start posting on Patch again.

FREE Family Fun in Clawson Arts, Authors, Star Wars, Music, Face Painting, Food

“City of Clawson residents and the Blair Memorial library celebrate and support local authors and talent on September 6th 2014!”

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.

Dad Joining Son in Slammer After Trying to Smuggle Smack in His Shorts

Defendant asked sentencing to be delayed so he could surgeries related to nine gunshot wounds sustained in an unrelated incident.

Man Shoved at Hank Williams Jr. Concert May Not Survive

The Wayne teen taken into custody has been released pending a thorough investigation by Oakland County Sheriff's deputies.

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.

5 things you didn't know about GLCA's teaching staff

Just like our educational model, our teachers are unique. Following are five interesting facts on our multifaceted teaching staff.

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?

Worker Cracks Case of Bank Manager's Bathroom Spy Cam

Manager allegedly admitted to police he wanted “video of ‘his girls’ at the bank” as they used the restroom.

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.

'It Just Feels Like Arbitrary Discrimination': Legally Married Lesbian Couple Told to Get Court Order for Name Changes

As courts settle the legality of same-sex marriage in Michigan, couples like Leslie Thompson and Cindy Norlin are caught in legal limbo.

Climate Change Bigger Threat Than Aging Infrastructure: City Officials

Climate change has made “100 year floods” the new normal, officials say after devastating 2014 Flood.

Movoto's Most (Yawn) Boring Places in Michigan List: Is Bleh the New Hip?

With lists guiding choices on everything from where to live, learn, play and work, “most boring places” list may the most oxymoronic yet.

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.

House Hunting? New Real Estate Listings in Clawson

If you’re looking for a new home in the Clawson area, or thinking of moving there, check out the latest listings on Patch.

'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.

Police Worry Racial Unrest in Ferguson, MO, May Spill Over in Detroit

Detroit police urge calm as racial unrest in St. Louis suburb and across the country exposes crack in police-minority community relations.

Robin Williams and Koko, the Talking Gorilla; How Thieves May Have Helped Swamp Freeway and Other Floods of 2014 News; American with Local Ties Killed, Stuffed in Suitcase in Bali: Michigan News Digest

Also, the girlfriend to singer Mary J. Blige's dad will stand trial, and a Michigan Supreme Court ruling could cost the state billions.

Oakland County Public Health Working with Restaurants on Flood Safety

No special concerns have been raised, but public health sanitarians are visiting restaurants to assess damage, advise staff of protocol.

UPDATED: Snyder Declares Flood Emergency in Tri-County Area

After initially declining to issue the declaration, governor takes step that could end in federal disaster declaration.

How Copper Scrappers May Have Caused Freeway to Swallow Cars

Michigan officials are investigating if the theft of copper, a pervasive problem in the Motor City, may have undermined pumping stations.

Watch Robin Williams Laugh It Up with Talking Gorilla Koko

Koko, who understands spoken English and expresses human emotions, hadn’t smiled for seven months. Then she met Robin Williams.

Girlfriend of Mary J. Blige's Father To Stand Trial

The Michigan woman who allegedly stabbed the R&B singer’s father will stand trial.

Record Rainfall Forces Michigan Residents Off the Roads

Residents are urged to stay off the roads after about 4.6 inches of rain fell in metro Detroit on Monday.

Mich. Supreme Court Ruling Could Cost State $1.1 Billion

A treasury and IBM dispute could cost Michigan over $1 billion plus interest after July 14 ruling.

Investigation Closed: Missing Woman Found, Officials Say

A Bedford Township teen was reported missing Aug. 7, now officials say the feared disappearance never happened.

Kids Killing Kids,Guilty in Porch Shooting, Monster Winter, Disgraced Cancer Doc, Back to School: Michigan News Digest

Also, an autopsy report shows an Armada teen whose body was found by two joggers died of blunt head trauma and strangulation.

Disgraced Cancer Doc Named in 20 Civil Lawsuits Filed on Anniversary of Arrest

Criminal trial for Farid Fata, accused of bilking Medicare out of millions with phony diagnoses and unnecessary treatments, set for October.