Oakland, Macomb County Leaders Block Regional Transit Vote: Patch PM

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

RTA Falls Short of Votes Needed to Put Regional Transit on Ballot

• For the 26th time in 50 years, leaders have failed to reach agreement on a regional transit plan.

‘Hannibal Lecters’ About to Be Unleashed on Public: Sheriff

• U.S. Supreme Court rulings held that giving juvenile killers life without parole is cruel and unusual punishment under Eighth Amendment.

Dearborn Police Seek Witnesses to Fight Starting with 'Derogatory Remark'

• Victim told police that another bar patron made "derogatory remarks" and bar security escorted both out before the physical fight started.

Trump a ‘Dangerous Demagogue,’ Sanders Tells Michigan Delegates

• The Vermont senator reminded his supporters that revolutions don't occur in a single election or with a single candidate.

Flint Mayor: Hillary Clinton Committed to Lead-Free America

• In Democratic National Convention speech, Flint Mayor Karen Weaver blames her city's water crisis on Republican-controlled state government.

Follow the Money: Troy Robbery Suspect Drops Loot in His Path, Police Say

• Man accused of robbing gas station with a screwdriver dropped money as he fled, Troy police said. Multiple agencies were involved in chase.

Also Worth a Read

• Canton Siblings Use Music to Brighten Others' Lives: Governor's Service Awards
• Local Teens Honored for Resale Shop Tied to Achievement Goals
• ‘You Can’t Police Stupidity’: Moms, Toddlers Hit by Car
• Biker Busted After Boasting of High-Speed Chase on Facebook: Police
• Those @% Left-Lane Drivers: Move Over, or Get Ticket
• County Execs Accused of Playing Politics on $4.65B Transit Plan
• Tri-County Voters Asked to Renew Detroit Zoo Millage on Aug. 2

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