Daylight Saving Time 2015: When it Gets Dark in St. Clair Shores

Get ready “dark-30.” The sun will start setting earlier and earlier until the Winter Solstice. Here are some tips to make it easier.

When Does Daylight Saving Time End in St. Clair Shores?

The end of daylight saving time is also a good time to change your smoke alarm batteries.

Metro Detroit Trans Teen Gets Gift of Hormones from Mom: WATCH

“I felt like i was in a box for a long, long time and it was just unlocked,” says teen, who was born a boy, but has identified as a girl.

Zoo Officials Chirping with Excitement Over Breeding Program

The Detroit Zoo has been spending about $98,000 a year to acquire crickets, diet for amphibians and other animals.

Double Tragedy for Woman with Macomb County Ties: How to Help

Amy Martin lost her husband and her unborn child in a car accident near Pittsburgh last week.

They're Baack / 'Turtle Man' / Humble Hero / GM Fined $900M / Bubonic Plague / Supermoon: Michigan's Top Reads

If you miss a day on Patch, you miss a lot. Catch up with some of our top stories for the week of Sept. 13-19.

Pastor Allegedly Skipped Key Step Before 2 Marriages: Divorcing First Wife

The pastor of the Southfield New Hope United Methodist Church said in a letter to congregants that "rhythm and blues got the best of me."

Michigan One of the Saddest Places in America: Analysis

Money might not buy happiness — and it doesn’t in Michigan, the 10th unhappiest place in America, according to WalletHub.

Detroit Zoo Weans Visitors Off the Bottle -- the Plastic Water Bottle, That Is

The phase out of bottled water — the single largest contributor of plastic waste in the United States — occurred a year ahead of schedule.

Endangered Turtle Destined for Dinner Table 'SAFE' at Detroit Zoo

The western pond turtle is one of 10 species targeted in new Saving Animals From Extinction international conservation effort.

Michigan Bucket List: Check Them Off Or Die Trying

Do you think all of these things are really a thing?

Tea Party Trysters / Teen Sex Offender / Fake-A-Baby / Socks-Not-Pot / World's Oldest John / Dead Voters: Top Michigan Reads

If you miss a day on Patch, you miss a lot. Here’s a roundup of some the stories that made headlines in the last couple of weeks.

That Was a Hot One: What's Ahead as Kids Head Back to School

If it felt like the hottest day of the year, it almost was. Here’s a look at how long the heat will last.

Fallen Trooper / Home Invasion / Child Porn Investigation / Buckeyes Fan's Big Worry / 2016 White House Race: Michigan Reads

If you miss a day on Patch, you miss a lot. Catch up here with some of the week’s top stories.

Should You Retire in Metro Detroit? No, According to New Analysis

New study from WalletHub uses Retirement Confidence Survey in study that shows Detroit is one of the worst places in the country to retire.

Top Schools / Sex Scandal Oldest U.S. Vet Dies / Personal Flamethrowers / Chimp Dies / Legal Cussing: Top Michigan Reads

If you miss a day on Patch, you miss a lot. Catch up on some to the top stories from the past week.

Ouch! Separate Lists Rap Unsexy, Unfriendly Detroit

Detroit apparently needs to up its game. Playboy has coarse assessment of The D, Condé Nast says the Motor City is unfriendly.

Downtown Traffic Is Going to be a Nightmare: Where to Park, Routes to Avoid

More than 85,000 people are expected downtown Saturday for Detroit Tigers baseball and Kenny Chesney and Idina Menzel concerts.

Michigan's Snobbiest Cities: Is Your City on the List?

Do you think where you live is snooty? Check out this ranking combining home prices, income and education, and amenities.

I-75 Repairs Could Take All Day, Detour Suggested

Motorists are urged to take an alternate route while MDOT crews repair large side-by-side holes.

Woodward Dream Cruise a Nightmare for 3 Classic Car Owners

Three collector vehicles stolen during the 21st annual Woodward Dream Cruise.

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.

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.

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.

USS Michigan Returns to Pacific Northwest After Deployment

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

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.

Metro Faith Leaders Get Training on the Unthinkable

U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade: Summit prepared church leaders for "sad reality” of shootings in houses of worship and other public places.

Lost Michigan Cat Found After Two Years -- in Hawaii

Bogie, who showed up in colony of feral cats a volunteer was feeding near the Honolulu airport, could be new poster cat for microchipping.

GOP Taps Trump for Fundraiser / Eminem's Filthy Rap / Madonna's Apology / Health Officer's Palm Reading: Top Michigan Reads

If you miss a day, you miss a lot. Below are some of our top stories from the week.

North Carolina Teen's Viral Love Letter Makes Detroit's Day

“Thank you for proving me wrong, and for showing me just how alive and vibrant and wonderful you really are,” teen blogger wrote.

Where to Find Homegrown Sweet Corn in SE Michigan

Sweet corn should be showing up at farmers’ markets and farm stands. Here’s where to find it in your back yard.

Shipwreck May Be Most Intact, Deepest Ever Found in Lake Michigan

After 116 years on the floor of Lake Michigan, the John V. Moran is "

Love Your Librarian? How to Nominate the Best in St. Clair Shores for National Award

Up to 10 librarians nationwide will be honored with I Love My Librarian awards, and nominations are now open.

Detroit Historical Society Seeking Personal Stories from 1967 Riots

People with personal stories about the historic inner city riots are invited to tell their stories. A workshop is planned Saturday.

Oldest Vet Visits Obama / 'Coach of the Year's' Alleged Crime / Kid Rock Confederate Flag Flap Fizzles / Caitlyn Jenner's Nod to Local Teen: Michigan Reads

If you miss a day, you miss a lot. Let’s catch up on some of the top Michigan stories in the past week.

30 Hot Days, 30 Lost Children: Season For Car Deaths (ICYMI)

More commonly than many realize, children are left in hot cars to fend for themselves, and the outcomes are tragic.

How to Get More Local News on St. Clair Shores Patch

We've made a lot of improvements on Patch in the last several months. Bookmark this page for a tutorial on how to post local news.