Senate Democrats Reportedly Threaten Government Shutdown Over Flint Aid: Patch PM

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

Senate Democrats Threaten Government Shutdown Over Flint Aid: Reports

• The continuing resolution doesn't include assistance to help Flint deal with lead in its drinking water supply.

Tundra, Detroit Zoo Polar Bear, Dies Unexpectedly

• Visitors and zoo staff in both Detroit and Indianapolis mourn the sudden decline of a “magnificent bear.”

Donald Trump’s Sniffling Cost Him Debate: U-M Analyst

• Republican’s alleged sniffling — the candidate asserts there was nothing wrong with his nose — a costly “distraction,” Michigan expert says.

Donald Trump Returning to Metro Detroit: How to Get Tickets

• Michigan is one of about a dozen swing states in play in the race for the White House. Chelsea Clinton is also coming to Michigan Friday.

Troy Police Investigating Suspicious Assault Incident

• The suspect put on a black ski mask and chased a woman as she was taking out her trash, police said.

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• 2 Teens Die in Fiery Crash of Stolen Mustang
• Schoolcraft College's Brewing Program Produces First Batch of Beer
• He’s Not With Her: Anti-Hillary Clinton Sign Stolen 3 Times in Troy
• Detroit No. 3 Among ‘Surprising’ Cities Millennials Love
• Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump Debate: Michigan Watch Parties; What Would You Ask?
• Funeral Home Donates Services for 4 Slain Dearborn Heights Kids
• Fallen Officer a ‘Superhero,’ ‘Saint’ and Devoted Family Man
• Fugitive Escapes from Clinton and Marysville Officers, Runs into Wooded Area
• Holiday Season 2016 Hiring in Michigan: Who's Looking for a Job?
• Accused Family Annihilator Killed Kids In Front of Mom: Prosecutor
• Michigan Getting Fatter in CDC’s Most Obese States List
• Which Michigan Communities Have Chromium 6 In Their Water — And How Much?
• Where Have UFOs Been Sighted in Michigan?
• Apple Season 2016 in SE Michigan: U-Pick Farms, Cider Mills, Pumpkins
• 2016 Fall Foliage Peak in Michigan, U.S.: Interactive Map

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