Judge Orders Therapy for Dad, Estranged Kids to Repair Relatonship

The 3 Bloomfield Hills siblings who refused to have lunch with their father will attend a 5-day program with him.

Job Openings for Restaurant Managers Around the Area

The Patch Jobs Board lists thousands of positions. Tailor your search to find the perfect job within commuting distance.

Baker College hosts Transfer Student Open House Aug. 26

Attendees will receive personalized information about transferring academic credits, and application fees will be waived.

Campaign: Melissa Gilbert Will Pay Off Tax Liens by 2024

The more than $470K in liens against the actress and 8th District Democratic congressional candidate go as far back as 2005.

Birmingham Boutique Accused of Leaving Purse Dealer Holding a $41K Bag

A New Jersey luxury handbag dealer is suing for $124K after selling a local shop 5 extravagant Birkin bags, which cost $12,300 a pop.

The Energetic Musical "Godspell" opens at Riverbank Theatre

The musical Godspell is a great theatrical event for teenagers and adults. Riverbank Theatre will be running the show August 14-30, 2015.

'You're Going to Love Pres. Trump': GOP Front-Runner Big on Bombast

Presidential candidate Donald Trump's keynote speech Tuesday in Birch Run hit on immigration and took shots at his opponents.

Shootout for the Cure

August 28. Charity golf outing! All proceeds benefit Jerome F. Williams Gastric Cancer Program at St. John Providence Hospital.

EMU Marching Band Says Goodbye to Huron Logo on Uniforms

What do you think about Eastern Michigan University dropping the Native American symbol from its jackets?

Are You Interested in What Trump Has to Say Tuesday?

The GOP presidential candidate will speak at a state party fundraiser. But have his recent public miscues soured his message?

Actress Melissa Gilbert Announces Congressional Run

The former child star, who lives in Livingston County, will run as a Democrat for Michigan's 8th District seat.

Heavy Rain Causes Flash Flooding in Lansing

The downpour has shut down roads and knocked out power throughout the area. Check out what residents are saying about it on social media.

'Not My Finest Moment': State Rep Apologizes for Fake Sex Scandal Scheme

Rep. Todd Courser said he came up with plan in order to catch blackmailer who wanted to exposed the lawmaker's real-life illicit affair.

24th Annual Benefit for THE CAPUCHIN SOUP KITCHEN

Sunday, October 11th, 12:00 - 7:00 p.m., Family Fun Day filled with Irish Music / Dance, Raffles, Prizes, and all your favorite Soups!

Stolen California Dog Found in No. Michigan Needs Help Getting Home

Senor Santiago was stolen in March and found recently in Missaukee County. His owner is trying to raise money for a reunion.

Forgotten Harvest Milk Drive Goal is 5,000 Gallons

Forgotten Harvest Partners with Prairie Farms, United Dairy Industry of Michigan and Busch’s Fresh Food in drive to help families in need.

Doc Retires Early to Fight Often Invisible Suburban Poverty

KidzKare, a charity with a strong social ethos, rallies community to address relatively new problem of suburban poverty.

Even the Rats Don't Want to Live in Detroit

One study finds Detroit is the least rat-plagued among 25 major U.S. cities, but that's apparently not enough to make people move there.

State Rep Wanted to Cover Up Affair With Fake Gay Sex Scandal

Audio recordings reveal Rep. Todd Courser (R-Lapeer) created a bogus email sent to GOP allies that he was caught paying for sex with a man.

'Cookie Is Me': Farmington Hills Woman Sues 'Empire' Over Copyright Infringement

Sophia Eggleston, 53, claims the TV show's creators stole her life experiences, and she wants $300M because of it.

How Many Fatal Red-Light Crashes in Metro Detroit?

This is one area where Detroit can be happy not to have made the Top 10. See data from the National Coalition for Safer Roads.

Michigan Governor Questions Trump's Suitability for President

GOP frontrunner appeals to voters who think political system is broken, Snyder says, but Trump's “inappropriate” comments “a major concern.”

Rare Coins in Michigan Unclaimed Property Auction: See the List

Coins, stamps and precious metals from unclaimed safety deposit boxes will be sold to the highest bidder Saturday and Sunday.

Critical Blood Shortage Looming: Where to Give this Weekend in Metro Detroit

Red Cross of Southeast Michigan Blood Services issues urgent call to donors. Clinics are going on all weekend long in tri-county area.

8 Fun - and Free - Things for Families to Do Before School Starts

8 Fun - and Free - Things for Families to Do Before School Starts

FBI: Spy Planes Not Targeting Religious or Ethnic Groups

Arab-American leader: Many locals “very nervous” about flyovers after being “harassed at borders, harassed at airports, harassed at home."

Did New Baltimore-Chesterfield Teachers Rank on National List?

One metro school’s teachers are among the best in the nation. Where did your school’s teachers rank in Michigan?

FBI Concentrating Surveillance Flights Over Metro Detroit

FBI made seven flights over Metro Detroit since Friday, including two extended looks at Dearborn. It’s unclear if patrol is terror-related.

Perseid Meteor Shower 2015 Gearing Up for Aug. 12-13 Peak

If you're going to make a party out of any meteor shower, the Perseids are regarded as the best – and the moon is cooperating this year.

2015's Best Jobs: What They Pay, Where to Apply in Metro Detroit

Health-care and IT jobs are among the top in the nation, according to rankings. If you’re not in the market, share this with someone who is.

USS Michigan Returns to Pacific Northwest After Deployment

The guided-missile submarine returns after a 20-month deployment in the Western Pacific.

Toyota Junior Orchestra from Detroit's Sister City Performs with Symphony

Tickets are free to the concert. Read on to find out how to claim them.

Plant that May Strike You Blind Found in Michigan

The sap from giant hogweed can cause blisters, long-lasting scars and permanent blindness.

Man Tortures Former Business Partner Who Won't Invest: Police

Suspect allegedly tied victim to chair, beat him with his fists and punctured him with nails in attempt to extort restaurant down payment.

Predictably, Ted Nugent Defends Dentist Who Killed Lion Cecil

If you didn’t think the avid outdoorsman would have something to say about criticism over the killing of Cecil, you don’t know Uncle Ted.

Thousands Still Without Power After Huge Storm

About 15,000 Wayne County and 8,000 Oakland County DTE Energy customers were still without power Monday.

5 GOP Presidential Contenders Confirm Mackinac Appearances

So far, Jeb Bush, John Kasich, Scott Walker, Ted Cruz and Carly Fiorina plan to speak at big Republican leadership conference.

Teen on Sex Offender Registry for 25 Years / Scary Turkey / Cat's Long Way Home / Cost of Driving: Michigan's Top Reads

If you miss a day, you miss a lot. Take a look back at some of our top stories.

10 Things to Do in Metro Detroit in August

If you hate yourself every fall because you didn’t do more fun summer stuff, you can still cram a lot of fun into August.

Flags Lowered to Half-Staff to Honor Sen. Harry Gast

Do you know the proper procedure to lower a flag to half-staff? It’s not as simple as you might think.