60+ Internships and Summer Jobs in Southeast Michigan

Line up your summer job or internship before the school year ends. You'll find dozens of positions on the Patch Jobs Board.

Snyder Vows to Veto Religious Freedom Legislation

Governor says he'll use veto pen if RFRA isn't tied to protections based on sexual orientation and gender identity in civil rights law.

For Health's Sake, Watch Your Mental Intake

Monitor the images and information - particularly regarding disease - that you take into thought. This will benefit your health.

Hazardous Weather Alert for White Lake-Highland: Heavy Rain, Plus a Snowy Easter Weekend Forecast

Warm, moist air brings spring-like temperatures to southeast Michigan, but don’t put away the winter weather gear just yet.

World-renowned psycholinguists expert Liane Holliday Willey, Ed.D., and autism advocate Elaine Hall visit metro Detroit!

The popular Event: Metro Parent’s Eighth Annual Living With Autism Workshop returns! Friday, April 24, 2015 to the Detroit Marriott.

New Poll Shows Proposal 1 to Fix Crumbling Roads Will Fail 3-1

Opposition to the complex proposal to raise state sales tax grew when respondents learned about 10 laws it would trigger.

Question to Pols Backing Religious Freedom: Did You See What Happened in Indiana?

The next battleground for religious freedom could be Michigan, where lawmakers are urged to learn from firestorm of criticism in Indian

Best of March: 'Walking Man' on the Run, Frat's Wild Weekend at Ski Resort, Arsenic-Tainted Wine and More

Gun rights advocates demonstrated support for open-carry laws at unusual venues; prison officials were vexed by bullet on breakfast tray.

Rolling Stones to Play Detroit: Ticket Sale Info

It may only be rock ‘n’ roll, but you’ll like it, you’ll like it.

Important Deadline Coming Up for May 5 Proposal 1 Ballot Question

The voter registration deadline is quickly approaching for the complex proposal voters will decide on May 5.

Amber Alert Jars Southeast Michigan Residents Awake

The technology was used for the first time to broadcast an Amber Alert, and some people didn’t like it.

Bagels Fly as Michigan State Advances to NCAA's 2015 Final Four

Michigan State fans celebrated peacefully for the most part when the Spartans fought back in overtime to advance to the Final Four.

50 Brand New Retail Jobs Near White Lake-Highland

If you’re looking for a retail job – or any other job – start your search on the Patch Jobs Board.

What's the Chance of a Spring Snowstorm in White Lake-Highland?

The mercury may top 60 degrees this week, but only briefly.

Michigan State Advances: What Time Is NCAA Final Four Game?

The Spartans are heading to the Final Four for the first time since 2010 after thrilling overtime win over Louisville.

Gov. Rick Snyder for President? Michigan Patch Poll

Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder hasn’t ruled out a run for the White House. Would you support him?

Michigan Purging Archaic Laws, Uncle is a Real Princess, Gym Member Wants Planet Fitness to Discriminate More: Michigan News Digest

Also, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell wants Madonna to shut up about Michigan and disgraced U-M frat’s hangover continues.

When Does Michigan State Play for Spot in 2015 NCAA Division II Final Four Bracket?

The No. 7 seed Michigan State Spartans made it into the Elite Eight with a 62-58 win over the No. 3 seeded Oklahoma Sooners.

Spring Yard Cleanup Could Literally Kill You

Hazards include chemicals, chainsaws, lawnmowers, ladders, bees, ticks, sinkholes and even what the cat left behind in the sandbox.

Snyder Gives Rare Pardon to Politically Connected Lawyer

Of 750 recommended pardons, governor approved only 11, including one clearing the drunken driving record of a state economic board member.

Snyder Gives Rare Pardon to Politically Connected Lawyer

Of 750 recommended pardons, governor approved only 11, including one clearing the drunken driving record of a state economic board member.

Community Resource Fair

Get information and resources from more than 20 community agencies

Lawsuit: Planet Fitness Should Discriminate Against Transgendered Woman

A Michigan woman’s lawsuit against her local gym says its anti-LGBT discrimination policy violates her rights.

Man Has Stroke Scare After Eating Daughter's Brownies

After eating several of the brownies his daughter had baked, Oakland County Man thought he was having a stroke.

MSU to Spartan Fans: Don't Riot in Opening Bracket of 2015 NCAA Sweet Sixteen Play

School warns of history of “destructive gatherings” as Michigan State meets Oklahoma University in Friday’s opening Sweet Sixteen round.

U-M Fraternity's Parent Sues for Control of Bank Account

Sigma Alpha Mu national leaders don’t want disbanded local chapter assets to cover estimated $430,000 in damages from wild ski weekend.

The Root

Great Brunch at the Root

Census Report: Wayne County Population Losses Mean Gains in Oakland and Macomb

Wayne County has led the nation in population losses every year since 2005, when that distinction went to hurricane-stricken Orleans Parish.

Metro Detroit Filmmaker's Jarring Look at Bullying Opens Friday: Watch Trailers

Though fictional, “A Girl Like Her” takes a real-life look at bullying with some unexpected turns. It opens nationwide Friday, March 27.

Puppies! Patch Readers Share Joy and, In the Case of Melfie, Heartbreak

We’re celebrating National Puppy Day all week long. Please tell us what your dog means to us in the comments.

White Lake School Among Top in Michigan

Several southeast Michigan school are on the niche.com ranking.

Book'n Trilogy 10K/5K/fun run

Join us for the 9th annual event on Saturday, May 16, 2015.

A Man Put on a Princess Dress and the Internet Went Wild

Jesse Nagy, a professional actor from the Detroit area, became an Internet sensation, all because he wanted to make his niece’s day.

Congresswoman Lets Loose After Madonna Talks Smack About Michigan - Again

“Enough already Madonna!” Congresswoman Debbie Dingell said, calling out the Material Girl for not respecting her roots.

Michigan May Purge Laws Making Cursing Illegal and Other Archaic Codes

Laws that no longer have context may be scoured from Michigan penal code, which critics say is one of the most expansive in the country.

What Happens to Sensitive Customer Data as Metro Detroit RadioShack Stores Are Auctioned May Surprise You

A “privacy ombudsman” has been appointed, but hasn’t ruled on whether customer data can be included in RadioShack’s assets.

Amy's Kitchen Recalls 73,000 Products Containing Organic Spinach

Voluntary recall after supplier’s notification some organic spinach may be contaminated with Listeria.

Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and Every Month, Show Respect to all Michigan Citizens

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

Plan Ahead for $55M in Oakland County Road Construction

Funding is a major challenge for the Road Commission of Oakland County, which prioritized projects on pavement condition and traffic volume.

Another Company Recalls Products with Walnuts

The recall by Aurora Products Inc. comes on the heels of a recall last week by Trader Joe’s.