Elementary Teacher Charged with Sex Crime

After a two-month investigation, a Novi elementary teacher, who lives in Troy, was charged with criminal sexual conduct.

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.

Democrat Doesn't Want Michigan Republicans to Hear Trump

State Democratic chair thinks GOP should rescind invitation over "shameful comments" seen as a "slap in the face" to Latinos and veterans.

Fiat Chrysler to Pay $105M in Fines for Recall Handling

U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx: Penalties hold automaker “accountable for past failures,” gets unsafe vehicles off the road.

UPDATED: FBI Locates Teen, Registered Sex Offender in Tennessee

Please share this post to social media to help locate a 15-year-old Farmington Hills resident.

White Lake-Highland Work Week Forecast: Summer's On

Normal temperatures return to the forecast, but it’s going to be hot and uncomfortable to start the work week. Will you need your umbrella?

Fast-Food, After-School, Restaurant and Hospitality Jobs in the White Lake-Highland Area

School is starting soon. If you want to pick up some hours in fast food or some other restaurant job, start your job search on Patch.

Rental Housing Unaffordable for Many Michigan Hourly Workers

A study shows Michigan workers must make $15.16 an hour to afford rent in the state.

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.

Thousands of Work-at-Home Jobs for Michigan

Where to find them? Start with the Patch Jobs Board.

Fiat Chrysler Recalls 2.2 Million Trucks Over Faulty Air Bags

Recall comes a day after the automaker called back 1.4 million vehicles over concerns hackers could take control of steering wheels.

Hospital Offers Healthy Recipes for Fresh Farmers' Market Vegetables

Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital is bringing its pop-up health kitchen to the Wyandotte Farmers Market, but here’s what to eat right now.

Why This Michigan Snake Shouldn't Rattle You: WATCH

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources tells you everything you need to know about beneficial snakes, some of them venomous.

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.

Weekend Beach Forecast: Will Rain Stay North of Metro?

You should be able to enjoy another great outdoor weekend in southeast Michigan, but there is chance of thunderstorms.

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 "

Group's Ballot Petition Hikes Business Taxes for Road Fund

“CEOs and their lobbyists in Lansing won’t like it,” Citizens for Fair Taxes says of proposal to increase corporate tax rate to 11 percent.

Love Your Librarian? How to Nominate the Best in White Lake-Highland for National Award

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

75 Part-Time Jobs: After-School Nannies, Tutors, Retail, National Guard and More

If you’re looking for a part-time job close to home, there are thousands listed on the Patch Jobs Board.

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.

Military to Civilians Standing Guard at Recruitment Center: Stand Down

As civilians guard recruitment centers in Michigan and elsewhere, Army chief of staff nominee says it may be time to arm recruiters.

Historic Couple at Forefront of Gay Marriage Ruling Set Date

Jayne Rowse and April DeBoer will be married by the federal judge whose ruling paved the way for landmark Supreme Court decision.

UPDATE: Oakland County Sheriff Issues Statement on AWOL Marine

Marine told TV station he's unarmed, harmless and “nowhere near Michigan." If that's the case, sheriff says, why doesn't he turn himself in?

IKEA Offering Free Repair Kit For Products That Killed 2 Children

More than 27 million items are part of the repairs.

Marine with AK-47 May Be Headed to Oakland County to Kill Wife: Police

The U.S. Marine Corps contacted the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office after Marine allegedly threatened to kill his wife.

Frank Lloyd Wright-Inspired Treasure on Real Estate Market: Virtual Tour

Built in 1953 and featured in Better Homes & Gardens as “the house you asked for,” house on the market for the first time in a decade.

Madonna No Longer Hates Her Hometown

About to embark on a world tour that includes a Detroit stop, the pop princess now claims she’s glad she grew up in Michigan.

Metro Hospitals Among 7 in Michigan with Nationally Ranked Specialties

U.S. News & World Report has issued its 2015-2016 ranking of the best hospitals in the country.

Large-Scale Heroin Raid Taking Place Along Woodward Corridor

Heroin deaths in Oakland County nearly doubled from 2013-2014, following a national trend.

Lawsuit: Oakland, Wayne Counties Collected Millions of Dollars in Improper Foreclosures

Class action lawsuits in claim that property owners were denied due process, equal protection and just compensation.

You May Be Among Tens of Thousands Who Overpaid Michigan Taxes

Thousands of taxpayers paid thousands of dollars they didn’t owe due to “faulty system implementation” at Michigan Treasury.

$10M Fake City Keeps Epicenter of Driverless Car Research in Michigan

Automakers and suppliers will test their technology at simulated track at test track at the University of Michigan.

Time to Defuse Michigan Fireworks Law?

Lawmaker says “there’s no good reason” to have large fireworks going off in neighborhoods, others doubt state will walk away from revenue.

75+ Sizzling Hot Jobs in the Suburbs Near White Lake-Highland

If you’re looking for a job close to home and don’t want to commute to Detroit, here are some options close to home.

GOP Spoiler Trump to Bring Firebrand Campaign to Michigan

The flamboyant businessman has attracted a following with no-rules engagement, including questions about Sen. John McCain's war record.

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.

'Chased' By Wildfire, Metro Detroit Family Run for Their Lives

Russell Allevato’s daughters saved for two years for their California vacation, which was interrupted by terrifying, fast-moving wildfire.

SE Michigan Milliner Turns Heads with Captivating Chapeaux

Gena Conti’s inspired hat designs have been featured for 13 consecutive years in the Kentucky Derby Museum’s Hat Exhibit.

Apollo-Inspired Special Edition Mustang Is, Well, Rocket Fast

Over the past 8 years, Ford has raised more than $3 million to support youth aviation programs with special-edition pony cars.