Homeless Man Found Dead on Library Steps: Patch PM

DETROIT, MI – Here are some stories to talk about tonight on Michigan Patch:

Homeless Man Found Dead on Library Steps

The Oakland County Medical Examiner’s Office will conduct an autopsy to determine the cause of death.

Michigan State vs. Alabama in the College Football Playoff: Everything You Need To Know

Kickoff time, TV information, point spread, teams 2015 seasons and more.

Detroit Zoo Honors Unused Wild Lights Tickets Dec. 30-31

If the storm kept you home Monday — or you have other unused Wild Lights tickets — the Detroit Zoo will honor them on final nights of show.

Elections Board OKs Language in Gay Rights Petition

Some gay rights advocates worry a loss at the ballot box will set the equality cause back decades.

DEQ Director Resigns Over Flint Water Crisis

Gov. Rick Snyder apologizes to Flint, pledges to help officials address public health crisis surrounding dangerous lead levels in water.

Also Worth a Read

• Minimum Wage Workers Get a Pay Boost Jan. 1
• Drink Up at Como’s; Liquor License Reinstated
• Hillary Clinton to Campaign in Detroit: 2016 Election
• Judge Who Cuffed Kids for Missing Lunch with Dad Disqualifies Herself
• Wayne County Illegally Foreclosed on Homes: Lawsuit
• Trapped by Blaze, Woman Leaps 3 Stories to Safety
• Penguins! See Detroit Zoo’s Newest Residents: Watch
• Michigan State Has ‘Unfinished Business’ in Cotton Bowl: Watch
• Whistleblower Suit Tossed in Latest Round in Township Feud
• Artist’s Soulful Horse Painting Exhibit Continues
• Opioid Addicts Younger Than Ever: Study

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