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Michigan Reports 489 New Coronavirus Cases, 7 Additional Deaths
The state also reported seven new deaths attributed to the virus, which brings Michigan's coronavirus death toll to 6,126.
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Joey Oliver, Patch Staff
- Detroit, MI
I cover Detroit and its suburbs for Patch. Past stops include ABC12, The Argus-Press and the Saginaw Township View. I've also dabbled with FantasyPros and SBNation. I'm a product of Saginaw Valley State University.
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Detroit Cop Accused Of Assault During George Floyd Protests
A Detroit police officer has been charged with assault after prosecutors said he shot photojournalists with rubber bullets during protests.
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Detroit Secretary Of State Office Closes Due To Coronavirus
Local health authorities will reach out to anyone who is considered at high risk for exposure, the agency said.
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'White Boy Rick' Free After 32 Years Behind Bars
Richard Wershe Jr. was released Monday from a Florida halfway house and is a free man for the first time in 32 years.
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Rally Held For Teen Incarcerated For Not Doing Homework
The Michigan Liberation Action Fund held a news conference to demand the release of the student.
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Dearborn Virtual Peace Camp To Take Begin Tuesday
For the first time, the three-day Peace Camp is going virtual and kids from everywhere are welcome to participate.
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1 In Custody Following Quadruple Shooting At Detroit Coney Island
Three people died during the shooting and a fourth person is in critical condition, according to reports.
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More Than 100,000 Without Power Monday Morning: DTE
The company said it has requested 400 additional linemen from its local and out of state partners to help restore power.
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Michigan Tops 72,000 Confirmed Coronavirus Cases
The state reported 660 new cases of the virus Friday, bringing its statewide total to more than 72,000.
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How To See 5 Planets From Southeast Michigan This Weekend
See Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn in the night sky this Sunday. No telescope required.
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Whitmer Signs New Order Strengthening Face Mask Rules
The new order clarifies that businesses may not assume that an unmasked customer cannot medically tolerate a face covering.
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Detroit Councilman Accused Of Misconduct
Gabe Leland is accused of taking monetary payments to influence his vote on city matters, according to reports.
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Lapeer Pool In Dearborn To Open Saturday
Officials also announced that the price of entry to the pools has recently been lowered for residents.
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Michigan High School Fall Sports To Begin As Scheduled: MHSAA
High school football practices are scheduled to begin Aug. 10, with all other Fall sports to start practice Aug. 12.
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Historic Wayne County Ballpark To Receive Nearly $500K Grant
The grant will go toward renovating the stadium, a 90-year-old facility that once served as home field for the Detroit Stars.
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These 35 Officers Won't Be Called To Testify Due to Past Untruths
Wayne County prosecutors released a list of 35 police officers who have a history of providing false statements, bribery or bias.
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Michigan Adds Over 600 New Coronavirus Cases Thursday
The state also reported 16 deaths attributed to the virus, bringing the coronavirus death toll in Michigan to 6,101.
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Rochester Hills Museum Seeks Barn Tile For Dairy Barn Renovation
As part of the renovation of the roof on the Van Hoosen Dairy Barn, the Rochester Hills Museum is seeking glazed blocks.
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Detroit Man Accused In Westland Mall Shooting
Prosecutors said a Detroit man shot at some friends following an argument in the Westland Mall on July 9.
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Dearborn Heights Man Accused In Southfield Freeway Shooting
A Dearborn Heights man has been accused of shooting a 31-year-old Detroit woman July 11.
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