Stage Top Brands' Flash Mobs, Plus Patch's BIG LIST of Jobs

Thousands of executive, sales, IT, automotive, retail and other openings have been posted on the Patch Jobs Board in the past 24 hours.

Five Metro Detroit Teens Selected for 2015 Bank of America Student Leaders Program

Student Leaders will complete a paid eight-week internship with Focus: HOPE and attend a leadership summit in Washington, D.C.

St. Clair Shores Weather: Umbrella Needed This Week?

There are some sunny days in the forecast. But don't forget the umbrella.

The Worst Mistakes You can Make with Broken Water Heater

Learn the steps to handling a broken water heater in your home. It doesn't have to be winter for it to cause major headaches.

'Dr. Evil' Sentenced / Kids Locked Up for Refusing Lunch with Dad / Backing the Rolling Stones / Kid Rock's Profane Message About Confederate Flag: Michigan's Top Reads

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

New Twist in Case of Kids Sent to Juvie for Refusing Lunch with Dad

Children in acrimonious child custody case released from detention, but won’t return to mother judge said “brainwashed them.”

St. Clair Shores Weekend Weather: Enjoy It While You Can

Here’s what you need to know about the weather forecast before you head back to work on Monday.

2016 GOP Contender Rand Paul in Southeast Michigan Saturday

Michigan’s 10th District, rich in so-called “Ronald Reagan Democrats,” could be key for flat-tax advocate.

GM Recalls 780K SUVs with Lift Gate Defects Linked to 36 Injuries

Friday’s recall is the second this week. Earlier, the automaker recalled 760K Hummers with potential fire hazards.

Kid Rock Tells Confederate Flag Protesters Where to Kiss Him

The defiant country-hip-hop-rock superstar has choice words for people demanding he renounce Confederate battle flag.

BREAKING: 'Dr. Evil,' Cancer Doc in Medicare Fraud, Learns His Fate

The oncologist prescribed medically unnecessary treatments – some to people who weren’t even sick – in $34 million fraud case.

OU Chorale Backs Rolling Stones; Sometimes, You Do Get What You Want

Fifteen elite choirs, one from each city along the Rolling Stones ZIP Code Tour, were hand-picked for backing vocals.

Lake Erie Algae Forecast Worse than 2014 Bloom that Cut Off Water Supplies

Researchers say environmentally troubled western basin of Lake Erie will see near-record algae bloom this year.

Do Minions Happy Meal Toys Curse?

WTF? Some parents say they clearly hear F-bombs coming from the little potty mouths.

Medicare Fraud Sentencing Set for 'Dr. Evil' Cancer Doc

After more than three days of testimony from former patients – some never sick to begin with – judge is nearly ready to hand down sentence.

CASTING: KARAOKE LOVERS FOR NEW GAME SHOW

Now Casting: Karaoke lovers of all talents for a new game show from the network that brought us “The Voice” and “Deal or No Deal.”

GM Recalls 196K Hummers; Faulty Fans May Cause Fires

The automaker said the faulty parts will be replaced at no cost to the owner.

How Data Hackers May Have Spoiled Detroit Zoo Visit

Visitors who made purchases at third-party gift shops earlier this summer may have had their credit and debit card information stolen.

United Airlines Flights Resuming, FAA Says

FAA says computer problems to blame for today's nationwide grounding. Delays to last for hours today as 3,500 flights are affected.

Vacation Bible School

Vacation Bible School: A fun way to learn about the Bible

FBI Releases Preadator's Screen Names, Seeks Victims in International 'Sextortion' Case

More than 100 victims have been identified in online extortion scheme to produce pornography, including three in the Detroit area.

Cops Take Squirrely Approach to Track Down 28K Pounds of Nuts

A Michigan police department has stepped up its social media game, with some hilarious, high-profile viral results.

Got Meat? The 30 Best Butcher Shops in Metro Detroit

The suburbs figure prominently in Thrillist’s compilation of the 30 Best Butcher Shops (and Other Meat Sellers) in Metro Detroit.

Chevy Pokes Fun of Ford's Aluminum Trucks in Grizzly Bear Ad

Do you want aluminum or steel between you and a charging bear? Chevrolet reinforces its rugged-tough brand in series of Internet ads.

Cop Watches Allegedly Drunken Motorist Crash into Boat Shop

The suspect’s blood alcohol content was twice the legal limit, police said

Rolling Stones ZIP Code Tour Tickets Still Available in Detroit

Here’s what you need to know about getting tickets to the Rolling Stones – and navigating construction around Comerica Park.

Learn to Be a Kid Again at Adults-Only Camp

Don’t even think about playing on your phone or tablet during summer camp for adults aimed at reducing stress.

Concerns About Firework Safety After Fourth of July Mayhem

Five deaths, NFL star injured: are fireworks becoming more dangerous?

Bizarre Chain Reaction Torches SUV, Ignites $3K in Fireworks

St. Clair Shores residents run for cover after chain reaction while, across Michigan, the call is renewed to ban personal fireworks.

Activists Want Kid Rock to Abandon Confederate Flag

“How in the hell can Kid Rock represent Detroit and wave ... a flag that represents genocide to most of Detroit?” activist asks.

Baker College director joins elite culinary order, selects student for scholarship

Upon Thomas Recinella's induction into an elite culinary order, he selected Marisol Andrades to receive a $2,500 order scholarship.

Baker College culinary instructor earns int'l. credential

Paula Recinella has earned the credential of certified hospitality educator. She teaches and manages COURSES restaurant.

Physical Therapist Rose Crampton Joins The Recovery Project's Macomb County Clinic

The Recovery Project invests in top talent to continue providing best-in-class therapy.

Amber Alert: Autistic Boy Still Missing After Sunday Search

The Lake Callis Recreation Complex will remain closed until further notice as search continues for missing boy.

U-M Study Supports Trend to Let Employees Nap at Work

Napping may help workers required to remain awake for long periods of time persevere through difficult, frustrating tasks, study shows.

Patch Jobs: Get The Employee You Want, When You Want, Where You Want

Three clicks and your job opening is posted.

Potentially Deadly 'Swatting' / First a Pig, Now a Goat / Sleeping on the Job / Stephen Colbert and Eminem Rock Bob Seger: Michigan's Best Reads

If you ducked out early for Independence Day, you missed a lot! Let’s catch up on Patch’s top Michigan stories.

Watch: Dirt Biker Collides with Black Bear

Out for adventure along tree-lined dirt road in Michigan, dirt biker has a surprise encounter – an his buddy catches it all on video.

What Michigan Beaches Are Open and Closed for 4th of July?

Track beach closings on the Michigan DEQ website, or with an app supported by the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.

Will Same-Sex Marriage be a Boost to the Wedding Business?

Did the Supreme Court save the livelihoods of wedding workers?