'Clever' Bills Would Require Clergy to Bless All Marriages

With Supreme Court ruling potentially legalizing gay marriage in all 50 states days away, lawmaker wants government out of the equation.

Men Having a Bromance with Buns

A recent analysis of Google Trends shows where the man bun cuts it, and where it doesn’t. Women flat-out don’t like it.

Lawmaker: Hold Schools Teaching Gay is OK Liable for STDs

Rep. Gary Glenn, longtime gay rights opponent and co-author of Michigan’s gay marriage ban, featured in religious liberty film.

Children's Hospital of Michigan Auxiliary Holds Contest for Amateur and Professional Artists to Find Artwork for its 2015 Holiday Card

Submit artwork for our holiday card today! http://bit.ly/1aRXRzt

Hour-By-Hour Father's Day Forecast: Total Washout?

There’s some good weather and some not-so-good weather in the forecast for Father’s Day.

State Responds to Request for Wayne County Financial Emergency

County Executive Warren Evans asked the state to declare a financial emergency as Wayne County tries to close $52 million deficit.

Dazzling Threesome Dances Into Twilight Sky This Weekend

Shortly after the sun sets, you’ll see a dazzling alignment of the three brightest celestial bodies in the nighttime sky.

16 in Metro Arrested in Largest-Ever Medicare Fraud Sweep

Health-care providers in six states, including 16 in metro Detroit, arrested in $712 million fraud and kickback scheme.

TEAM Schostak to Open First Michigan MOD Pizza

Grand opening to include a “Pay What You Want” fundraiser benefiting Livonia Public Schools Education Foundation; Detroit Piston’s Hooper ma

Detroit Rallies for Homeless Woman Fighting Cancer

A Detroit charity that turns abandoned houses into livable homes helped woman clear one hurdle, but steep climbs remain for single mom of 3.

Detroit Researchers Help Identify a Key Gene Mutation That Can Trigger ALL

Research published in leading science journal

Inkster Settles 2nd Excessive Force Lawsuit Against 'Robocop'

The two excessive force judgments mean financial pain for residents of Inkster, where more than a third of people live below poverty line.

Royal Oak Rib Fest

A FREE event downtown Royal Oak that the whole family can enjoy this 4th of July weekend!

101 Part-Time Jobs In Or Near Plymouth-Canton

Retail, sports, hospitality, IT, automotive, marketing, event planning, healthcare and other fields have openings.

Puppies Dying at 'Alarming Rate' from Parvovirus

Puppy deaths epidemic Pontiac, but the virus won’t stop at the city limits – especially as summer heats up, animal welfare group warns.

Wayne County Exec Seeks Financial Emergency Declaration

In a letter, Warren C. Evans says “the county’s fiscal situation will continue to deteriorate without further remedial measures.”

EMU Students: Remove Discriminatory Hurons Logo

University president says “hidden” logo on band uniforms an effort to unite campus, alumni still divided over switch to Eagles 20 years ago.

Michigan Voters: No One for President in 2016

“Dynasty factors” hurting Jeb Bush and Hillary Clinton, whose favorable ratings run from “bad to terrible” among Michigan voters.

Canton Brew Works New to Grub Crawl

Fifteen vendors have signed up for the Canton Grub Crawl next month. Read on for the lineup.

City Council Decides Contentious Fireworks Curfew Proposal

Detroit Police Chief James Craig proposed curfews for youths for four days of fireworks and related celebrations.

Faster Internet Service Coming to Metro Detroit

Comcast plans to offer faster Internet service – with speeds up to 2 gigabits per second – to 1.5 million Michigan residents.

Poll: Legalize Pot and Same-Sex Marriage

Likely voters support legalizing marijuana for adult recreational use; support for gay marriage relatively unchanged.

Zax Auto Wash Celebrates Westland Grand Opening With FREE Car Washes, Food and Giveaways

Westland Car Wash Celebrates Grand Opening with FREE Washes, Food, and Giveaways!

Elder Abuse Shelter First in State, One of Few in U.S

About a dozen such programs exist nationally to offer a safe haven for seniors who are abused, often by family members.

Plymouth Raffle Offers Dinner for 2 - Anywhere in the World

Prize includes travel and accommodations. Second and third prizes aren’t bad either – dinner for 2 anywhere in the U.S. and Michigan.

Office Spaces Available at The Plymouth Community Arts Council!

We're looking to start a a great new office partnership!

Tropical Smoothie Cafe to Host Franchise Opportunities Event June 24

Local entrepreneurs invited to event with CEO Mike Rotondo in Dearborn

Archbishop with Metro Detroit Ties Resigns Amid Clergy Sex Abuse Scandal

Archbishop John Nienstedt is among only a handful of American bishops to resign as a result of clergy sex abuse scandal.

'Crock-Pot Killer' Gets 23 Years for Deadly Political Spat

Tewana Sullivan was sentenced Monday in the death of her longtime friend after an argument over the 2016 presidential election.

"Help Families Fight Cancer" Campaign

Canton HomeGoods to run annual "Help Families Fight Cancer" campaign in stores June 4 - June 28

Weather Service Issues Watch for Southeast Michigan

Another 1-3 inches of rain, and higher amounts in some areas, expected to fall on already saturated ground.

Metro Detroit 'Owns' List of Best Suburbs to Raise Family

Oakland, Wayne and Washtenaw counties figured prominently in the top 25 suburbs for families in Michigan.

Powdered Alcohol Ban Up for Debate This Week

National poll shows majority of adults favor banning Palcohol, but creator says concerns of underage drinking are overblown.

Family Thinks Daughter, 15, Overcharged in Plot to Kill Them

Wayne County prosecutor noted teen's “truly haunting” plan to kill parents in decision to charge her as adult; parents want juvenile court.

Local participant to trek 30 miles in one day to tell children's cancer to take a hike.

Local hikers to complete The Ultimate Hike to fund children’s cancer research driven by CureSearch.

100 Newly Posted Jobs in the Plymouth-Canton Area

Executive and IT positions, automotive and hospitality jobs, and many more are listed on the Patch jobs board.

One in Four Michigan Hospitals' Dirty Secret

Some progress is being made, but nearly a quarter of Michigan hospitals haven’t implemented recommended handwashing procedures.

Tragedy Averted in Karmanos Family Outing

Plane carrying six members of the family, two pilots and a flight attendant made emergency landing at Oakland County International Airport.

Michigan Wow Houses: Entertainers' Delights Abound

This week’s featured properties in West Bloomfield, Bloomfield Hills and Northville offer luxurious entertaining options.

Hero Beagle / Tigers Keep it in the Family / Religious Freedom Bill / Cop's Death Revealed: Best of Michigan

If you miss a day, you miss a lot. Let’s catch up on some of the most-viewed posts in Michigan this week.