Novi, MI|News|
4 Michigan Brookstone Stores Among 101 Mall Locations Closing
Brookstone has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and is seeking a buyer. It plans to close all of its remaining mall locations.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
- Detroit, MI
Patch's Detroit Editor Jessica Strachan is an award-winning journalist and Metro Detroit native who loves digital storytelling in her community. A graduate of the University of Michigan, she loves creating hyperlocal content through engaging narratives, compelling photos and interesting videos. She has written for some of Michigan's top news sites and papers, including WDIV's Click on Detroit, Mlive.com, The Flint Journal and The News-Herald. In her down time, she enjoys sampling farm-sourced vegetarian foods, sipping good coffee, traveling the world with her camera in hand and doting on her rescue beagle named Virginia Woof (yes, that's a writer pun). Reach out to her with your story ideas or to have a conversation on the impact of local journalism: jessica.strachan@patch.com.
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Detroit|News|
LISTEN: Journalists Attacked While Reporting Live In Detroit
At least three local journalists from WXYZ and WWJ were involved in the attack while reporting live from a crime scene Thursday morning.
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Detroit|News|
Here’s How Many Michigan Women Are Uninsured
Women, especially those of childbearing age, need health insurance. But some states have far more uninsured women than others.
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Detroit|News|
1.4M Ram Pickup Trucks Recalled
Fiat Chrysler is recalling the them because the tailgates with power locks can open while trucks are moving.
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Detroit|News|
Michigan Amber Alert Issued For Missing 1-Year-Old
The boy was last seen on the west side of the state with his 19-year-old babysitter, police said.
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Detroit|News|
Michigan’s 25 Best High Schools
Niche has released its ranking of high schools across the country. See which ones stand out in Michigan.
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Detroit|News|
State Police Targeting Speeding Thursday
Be on the lookout on these highways, where there's extra patrols set up today.
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Detroit|News|
Michiganders Have More Student Loan Debt Than Most Of The Country
Michigan is in the Top 10 highest student loan debt in the country, according to a new report.
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Detroit|News|
August Declared Breastfeeding Awareness Month In Michigan
Michigan is celebrating mothers who breastfeed their babies this month, Gov. Rick Snyder announced.
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Detroit|News|
Royal Oak Police Shooting Of Antonino Gordon Ruled Justified
The Royal Oak Police shooting at a White Castle drive-thru in April has been ruled justified by investigators.
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Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|News|
Michigan’s Best School Districts For 2019
Niche has released its rankings of each school districts for the next year. See which districts stand out in Michigan.
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Clinton Township, MI|News|
Woman Repeatedly Stabbed; Boyfriend Jailed On $5 Million Bond
Police said they found a woman lying on her front porch with multiple stab wounds to the head and body. Now her boyfriend is behind bars.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Detroit|News|
First Human West Nile Virus Case Found In Michigan
Despite not showing any symptoms, the first human case West Nile this year has been discovered by a potential blood donor.
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Detroit|News|
Storms Moving In Across Metro Detroit Tuesday
Expect up to three quarters of an inch of rain, plus more on Wednesday.
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Detroit|News|
Rick Snyder Is Among Least Popular Governors In America: Poll
A new quarterly polls ranks the most and least popular governors in America. Gov. Rick Snyder came in the bottom 10.
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Dearborn, MI|News|
Here’s How Dangerous It Is To Give Birth In Michigan
An investigation from USA Today found that the U.S. is the most dangerous place in the developed world to give birth.
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Detroit|News|
McDonald's Offering MacCoins To Honor Big Mac
The world’s most famous burger — which even has its own jingle — turns 50 this year. Celebrate by getting a MacCoin from McDonald's.
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Detroit|News|
Perseid Meteor Shower: How To See It In Michigan
Perseid meteors are zipping across the sky now, but the peak is a couple of weeks away. Make plans now in Michigan.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Detroit|News|
Detroit Among 6 Toughest Cities To Save Money: Report
In a new study of 50 large U.S. cities, Detroit was one of only six where people can't afford to save money each month. Here's why.
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Detroit|News|
Police Find Mobile Meth Lab, Overdosed Man On Freeway
The man was reportedly slumped over his wheel during rush hour traffic in Detroit with methamphetamine cooking in his van.
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