Stuck in Swamp, Horse Now Good to Giddyup and Go

Move over cute kitties and adorable doggies. Firefighters’ latest darlin’ is a filly.

International Day of Prayer for Peace

People of all faiths and cultures are invited to a prayer service to celebrate International Day of Prayer for Peace.

Little Girl's Heartbreaking Discovery after Her Daddy is Killed in Road Rage

“ … How horrible that young, innocent minds have to learn the reality that their parents are not invincible,” says anguished wife.

Severe Weather Alert: Forecast 'Demands Our Attention'

Today may test southeast Michigander’s flood-worn last nerve. But the payback comes on the weekend.

Open your home to an international student! Receive a stipend!

Host a student attending a local high school

Bee Eradication Gone Bad, Mo Rocca and The Henry Ford's National TV Debut, Protesters Jailed in Fast-Food Strike, Blood Links Suspect to Jewelry Store Heist: Michigan News Digest

Also, vote for your favorite police officer, firefighter, soldier or veteran in Comercia Bank’s National Anthem contest.

Your Neighbors Still Need Help: How to Volunteer for Flood Cleanup

The Michigan Community Service Commission has fielded thousands of request for help from residents across Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties

Protesters Arrested in Fast-Food Fight Over Minimum Wage

The “Fight for $15” campaign to boost fast-food workers’ pay plays out on streets across America.

Watch: Do Local Heroes Bring National Anthem Home (Or Do They Go All Roseanne Barr On It)?

7 police officers, firefighters, soldiers and veterans finalists for $10,000 prize for their units, chance to sing at Detroit Tigers game.

Virtual Students Head Back to School

Great Lakes Cyber Academy celebrated the first day of school on September 2

CBS Saturday Morning Show Features a Familiar Location and a Story that Metro Detroit Wrote

New half-hour series celebrates the American spirit of ingenuity, encourages young people to use their imagination and pursue STEM careers.

Amish Buggy Robberies, 17 Years for Porch Shooting, 'Not Enough Zeros' in Lawsuit on Menards Ceiling Tile Death, Another Complaint About U-M Handling of Sexual Assault Investigation: Michigan News Digest

Also, cats and dogs may have more to say than you guessed, and a “Toadly” new mayor is needed at Amphibiville.

Attorney: 'Not Enough Zeros' in Lawsuits for Family of Man Killed in Menards Ceramic Tile Avalanche

Attorney says he’s moving quickly to file the actions so surveillance tapes and other evidence won’t disappear.

Student Claims U-M Failed to Protect Him Against Rape Threats

University already under Civil Rights Office microscope for handling of rape allegations against former football player Brendan Gibbons.

Charges Filed in Armed Attacks on Amish Buggies

Attacks on Amish are rare, but a series of armed night-time robberies have flummoxed Michigan officials – until now.

You Want Me to Analyze Toilet Paper? Weirdest, Wackiest Work Requests Ever

Workplace survey shows administrative professionals are often tasked with “saving the day” – even if that means confronting nesting geese.

Meijer Supermarket Chain Adding 10,000 Local, Regional Jobs

Each of the Midwest regional chain’s stores has full- and part-time openings.

No 'Slime' in This Election: Zoo's Amphibiville Seeks 'Toadly' 'Newt' Leader

Cue “Hail to the Chief.” The Detroit Zoo attraction The wall Street Journal dubbed “Disneyland for Toads” needs a new mayor.

Kate Upton and Justin Verlander in Nude Selfies, Menards Shopper Killed by Falling Tiles, Allegedly Drunken Driver Hits 'Drive Sober' Sign, '60s Activist Hayden's Papers and Thick FBI File Back at U-M: Michigan News Digest

Also, a teacher was fired from the Catholic school where she’s taught for nine years because she’s gay and pregnant.

DIY Shopper Crushed Under 600 Pounds of Ceramic Tiles, Dies

The large warehouse concept that makes home improvement stores financially successful may also make them inherently dangerous, lawyer says

Michigan School Superintendent Gives Chilly Back-to-School Message: Video

Mike Flanagan used the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge to challenge Michiganders to support public education. “We’ll all be better off,” he said.

Kate Upton, Detroit Tigers Boyfriend Exposed in Nude Selfie Hacking

A nude bathroom mirror selfie of the Sports Illustrated model and Major League Baseball’s Justin Verlander went viral over the weekend.

Winter's Polar Vortex Chapped Apples of Your Cheeks, But Not Michigan's Apple Crop

A near record harvest of 29 million bushels should be enough for Michigan to keep its status as the No. 2 apple producing state.

Laugh: Teen and Sassy Grandma Take Cyberspace By Storm With Viral Videos

Kevin Droniak and his Grandma Lill are an unlikely comedy duo, but their YouTube channel is spreading like wildfire.

FEMA Inspectors May Have Sent Mixed Signal; Flood Aid Isn't a Sure Thing

Gov. Rick Snyder, then President Barack Obama have to sign off before federal aid can come to southeast Michigan.

Labor Day 2014: Fun Facts For The Holiday Weekend

What’s the history of Labor Day? Find out here!

The Life of Organized Chaos and Disorderly Conduct

Jeff Dunham will be appearing at the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort on September 28, 2014

Labor Day 2014 Picks and Drunken Driving Checkpoints, Stranger Danger, Little Free Library Thefts, Pouch Rescued and Resuscitated, Dead-On Anti-Texting Campaign: Michigan News Digest

Also, the family of a World War II veteran who was beaten to death in a Veterans Administration home was given the go-ahead to sue.

GMA Meteorologist: Call Me 'Ugly,' But Don't Call Me 'Weather Girl'

‘Good Morning America’ meteorologist and Michigan native Ginger Zee got the last word after cyberbully called her an “ugly weather girl."

Macomb Habitat Creates Flood Fund for Its Partner Families

Three partner families suffered devastating losses; one woman is especially vulnerable after losing her car in flood, then her job.

Michigan Police Increase DUI Checkpoints for Labor Day 2014

Nearly a third of the state’s traffic deaths involve alcohol or drugs. Police will be out in force looking for drunken drivers this weekend.

Solanus Casey Center's Fall Franciscan Series

(Sundays, 9/28, 10/26, and 11/9) Are you enthused about Pope Francis’ Franciscan approach to spirituality?

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?

Prepare for the Unexpected

Life is unpredictable, and although we don’t know what the future holds, we can try to be prepared for the unexpected.

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.

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

Family of World War II Vet Fatally Punched at VA Home Can Sue: Court

Veterans Home staff didn’t do enough to protect Alzheimer’s patients from one another, family of Andrew Robinson Ball alleges.

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.

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.