Someone's Stealing Suburb's Stories

A Little Free Library turned up empty, gutted of its children’s book. Down the street, another. Who’s stealing suburb’s children’s stories?

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.

What's on Your Labor Day 2014 Ticket? 9 Sure Bets

Arts, Beats & Eats or Michigan Peach Festival promise tasty fun; check world’s largest free jazz festival or Michigan Mute indie music fest.

Mom Accused of Leaving Crying, Sweating Kids in Hot Car Charged

Report suggests stories about children dying in hot cars are resonating with readers, leading to the perception that such deaths have increa

MDOT to Flood-Weary Commuters: Get Used to It

The Michigan Department of Transportation says multiplefactors contributed to massive freeway funding, but state lacks money to fix them

Community Financial recognizes Camp Casey in Summer of Sharing

Camp Casey is one of 60 admirable organizations to receive a 2014 Summer of Sharing donation from Community Financial Credit Union.

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.

Local Veterans Law Firm, Canton Community Foundation to Host 2014 Veterans' Summit

If you are a veteran, and you have questions about VA benefits, pension eligibility, or anything else, I encourage you to attend this event.

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.

Lawyers for Mom Police Said Tried to Kill Autistic Daughter Want Off Case

A northern Michigan woman who allegedly lit charcoal grills inside a van in a murder-suicide plot goes to trial Sept. 3.

Vice President Joe Biden Confirmed Speaker at Detroit Labor Day 2014 Events

Biden's remarks kick off parade, which will proceed down Michigan Avenue and then Woodward Avenue to Hart Plaza on the Detroit riverfront.

When Is Teddy Bear Not a Teddy Bear? When It's a Drug Mule

Teen who tried to sneak a heroin-stuffed teddy bear to girlfriend’s hospitalized mother appeared in court on felony drug charges.

Emergency food assistance available

Plymouth Community United Way to distribute emergency food Sept. 18

Is Scientology Savior for Flint, America's Most Dangerous City?

L. Ron Hubbard’s “non-religious moral code” recommended to help Flint get in touch with past traumas, choose joy over violence.

Vietnam Veterans of America Host Cruz'n 528 Car Show

There are only a couple chances left to see the rides, meet our veterans, and enjoy some food and beverage, at the Cruz'n 528 Car Show.

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.

Do You Know What Your Kids Are Doing Online?

Michigan AT&T offers some tips to parents to help understand what online activities are safe – and what ones aren’t.

'Laverne & Shirley' Star Fights to Shut Down Wayne State Research on Dogs

Penny Marshall joins Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine in seeking end to cardiovascular research the ends in the death of dogs.

Volunteer, 88, Refuses to Sit, Rips Out Flooded Drywall Instead

A volunteer named Mary Young proved she still is – young, that is. But she wasn’t the youngest person helping with Floods of 2014 cleanup.

Suspected Serial Killer Serving Life in Prison Sues to be Deported

Killer who claimed he was under the spell of “evil forces” wants to return to Israel to face attempted murder charges.

Boy, 12, Charged in Fatal Playground Stabbing Had History of Abuse: Report

Boy previously lived in New York, where psychiatric care was ordered for behavioral issues, but mom admits parents never followed through.

The Haunt With a Heart: Erebus Haunted Attraction Strives to Give Back

Wanting to give back to their community, Erebus Haunted Attraction in Pontiac has created programs to achieve their charitable goals.

'That's Some Witchcraft Stuff': Troubling Find at Abandoned Lot

The charred carcass of a baby goat discovered Monday was displayed in a way that prompted concerns about satanism.

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.

Employer Jailed for Unusual Firing

Boss pleaded no contest to charges he threatened employee with gun during confrontation over gas station thefts.

Water Shutoffs and, Likely, Controversy to Resume

Judge asked to continue moratorium of shutoffs, but get-tough approach has helped some cities turn deficits into surpluses.

Plymouth Whalers, Windsor Spitfires 'Play it Forward' for Bieniewicz Foundation on Saturday

100 percent of the proceeds of Saturday's game goes to charity.

Tearful Reunion of Marine and Cheerleader Daughter

Being a dad from a distance is tough, but Marine tries to make it work with surprises like the one he pulled off Sunday.

FREE Presentations on 9/20/14

Overview of the Public Mental Health System presented by Kathleen Kovach, Deputy Director of OCCMHA on 9/20/14 **FREE**

Baby boomers targeted for Hepatitis C testing

U-M Northville Health Center

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.

Farm-to-Table Dinners Feature Top Chefs from Metro

Upland Farms is joining the national farm-to-table movement in a special meal raising funds fo a summer day camp for kids.

Capsule endoscopy: The ultimate disposable camera

U-M Northville Health Center

Plymouth Whalers, Saginaw Play on Sept. 6 for Plymouth-Canton Educational Park

100 percent of the proceeds of the game go to PCEP.

April Millsap May Have Been Targeted for Sexual Assault

New details emerging in the murder of Armada teen suggest she had footprint on her chest and a rape kit was performed.

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Massive Need for Volunteers to Move Floods of 2014 Recovery Along

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

'Oh My God, They're Falling': Terrifying Ferris Wheel Ride

The cab “just dumped them out,” said witness who saw two siblings’ freefall from amusement park ride.

Volunteers Help Cash-Strapped Flood Victims Clean Molding, Stinking Belongings

Michigan Community Services Commission is mobilizing volunteers, including veterans with team Rubicon and youths with AmeriCorps.