Novi, MI|News|
Coyotes Kill Woman's Dog In Novi: Report
The woman said she saw two coyotes drag her beloved Maltese into the woods behind her house.
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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St. Clair Shores, MI|News|
GoFundMe Set Up For 1-Year-Old Boy Who Died In Crash On I-94
It was his mother's second day at work when her tire blew out on I-94, according to the GoFundMe page.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Clinton Township, MI|News|
Macomb County Man Gets Shot After Assaulting Gas Station Clerk
The man is in the hospital suffering from at least five gunshot wounds and now faces two counts of assault.
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Dearborn, MI|News|
Dearborn Unveils New City Branding
The themes the new brand encapsulates are diversity, innovation and connectedness.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Recreational Marijuana Nets $1.6M In Michigan's First Week
Here's a look at the early numbers of the recreational marijuana industry in Michigan and which centers are in on the boom.
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St. Clair Shores, MI|News|
1-Year-Old Boy Dies In Crash On I-94
The two-car crash happened in St. Clair Shores.
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Royal Oak, MI|News|
Oakland County Woman Wins $300,000 In Lotto: 'We're Rich!'
“All I could do was run around the house yelling: ‘We’re rich!"
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|News|
5 Award-Winning Educators In Rochester Community Schools
These educators are some of the best in the state and around the country.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|News|
Rochester Hills Middle Schooler Suspended For Making 'Kill List'
The student has been suspended from the Rochester School District, police said.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Plymouth-Canton, MI|News|
Best College Cities In U.S.: Ann Arbor
A new study by WalletHub ranked the best college cities in America.
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Across Michigan, MI|News|
Geminids: See 2019’s Best Meteor Show In Michigan
Even with a nearly full moon, Metro Detroit residents will be able to see about 30 Geminid meteors an hour, weather permitting.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Dearborn, MI|News|
Dearborn High Schools Looking For Career Fair Speakers
Do you have an interesting, high-demand career you're passionate about? Help Dearborn's students on Career Day.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Detroit|News|
Metro Detroit To See Rainy, Snowy Weather All Week
It's looking like a wet week in Metro Detroit. Here are the days you need an umbrella versus the days you should be wearing snow boots.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Clinton Township, MI|News|
7-Year-Old Boy Dies In Drunk Driving Crash In Clinton Township
The boy's father was reportedly drunk during the time of the single-car crash, police said. He has been arrested.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
The U.S. Airlines Most Likely To Bump You In Michigan
The travel information site has released a list of the U.S. airlines most likely to stop you from boarding.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Grosse Pointe, MI|News|
Sushi Recall In Metro Detroit: Trader Joe’s, 7-Eleven, Walgreens
The voluntary recall was announced after a routine check found the potential of Listeria.
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Dearborn, MI|News|
Toys For Tots Drive Held At Dearborn Police Department
The Dearborn Police Department is doing its part to help less fortunate kids this holiday. Here's how you can help.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Royal Oak, MI|News|
Carjacker Crashes SUV Into Royal Oak House
A 29-year-old Eastpointe man has been arrested after a carjacking from a gas station led to a crash in a nearby neighborhood.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Dearborn, MI|News|
Ford Recalls Trucks For Tailgates That Could Unexpectedly Open
Ford said the tailgates on more than 250,000 trucks could unlatch while the vehicle is in motion, releasing cargo.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Royal Oak, MI|News|
Royal Oak Symphony Orchestra Hosts Holiday Concert
Kids get in to this holiday show for free.
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