Detroit|News|
Your Guide To Michigan's August 2018 Election
Here's your guide to navigating the August primary election.
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|
Weather Alert: Heat Advisory, Heavy Thunderstorms Possible
First a heatwave of temperatures that feel like 90 degrees and then possibly torrential rain with “damaging” winds for Thursday.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Novi, MI|News|
Novi Judge Honored By State
A local judge named David Law (fitting, right?) has been honored by officials across the state.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Royal Oak, MI|News|
It’s Fourth Of July, So Michigan’s Best Burger
Fourth of July is the top grilling holiday, and that means lots of burgers. Here’s where you can find the tastiest burger in Michigan
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Detroit|News|
Fourth of July Fireworks: 6 Shows Still To See
Looking to catch fireworks this Fourth of July? Here are the shows that are left this season.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|News|
Rochester Hosts Farm-To-Table Event
Join in for this 3-course meal, beer and wine, and live entertainment.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Grosse Pointe, MI|News|
3 Arrested For Drunk Driving In Grosse Pointe Park Police
Here’s a look at this week’s police reports from the Grosse Pointe Park community.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Detroit|News|
Surge In Michigan Animals With Rabies: What To Know
Last year there were 38 cases of rabies found in Michigan; this year there are already 24.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Dearborn, MI|News|
Children’s Fishing Derby At Camp Dearborn Set For July 8
This annual event awards prizes to the biggest fish and most fish in five age groups.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Detroit|News|
Man Fatally Shot At Detroit Barber Shop
Two barber shop employees in Detroit got into a fight, leaving one man dead, police say.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Detroit|News|
Judge Says There's No Right To Learn To Read And Write
In a Detroit-centered case, a judge has said there's no fundamental right to learn to read and write, startling people across the country.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
St. Clair Shores, MI|News|
Macomb County Sheriff's Office Hosts Career Night
Interested in a career in law enforcement? The Macomb County Sheriff's Office recruiters want to talk to you.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Detroit|News|
Michigan State Police To Increase Patrols For Fourth Of July
As holiday traffic picks up this Fourth of July, the Michigan State Police are cracking down on these offenses.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Detroit|News|
Pediatric Cancer: MI Has Some Of The Highest Rates In Country
About 15,000 children and teens are diagnosed with cancer each year in the United States, with the sixth highest rate found in Michigan.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Detroit|News|
Man Attacks Bus Driver Over Ticket Fare
Police say the bus driver was attacked by the angry rider, despite being offered a free ride.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Detroit|News|
10 Tips For Safe Fourth Of July Travel
Before you hit the roads this Fourth of July, here’s 10 safety tips from Michigan State Police that you should know.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Clinton Township, MI|News|
Man Drowns While Swimming At Stony Creek Metropark
Police say thick vegetation in the waters at Stony Creek Metropark was the cause of the accident.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Clinton Township, MI|News|
Police Seek Driver In Fatal Hit-And-Run
The driver of a white truck reportedly struck and killed a 34-year-old Clinton Township man early Monday morning.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|News|
Man In Underwear Tries To Break Into Rochester Hills Home
A Rochester Hills family had to run off an intruder by threatening to get their gun over the weekend.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Clinton Township, MI|News|
Angry Customer Bites Ear Off Restaurant Owner: Police
A woman reportedly became so angry at the language barrier between her and the owner of a Chinese restaurant that she attacked him.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
