Detroit|News|
Michigan Reports Largest Spike In New Coronavirus Cases Since May
Michigan health officials reported 543 new cases of the coronavirus Thursday, the state's largest single-day spike since mid-May.
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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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Clinton Township, MI|News|
3 Clinton Twp. Restaurant Employees Test Positive For Coronavirus
As a result of the employees testing positive for the coronavirus, the restaurant has been closed.
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Detroit|News|
Hydroxychloroquine Lowers Coronavirus Death Rate: Study
Treatment with the drug lowered the death rate of patients with the coronavirus in a recent study by Henry Ford Health System.
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Plymouth-Canton, MI|News|
$2.1 Million Grant Awarded To Plymouth-Based Business
The Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center will receive a $2,118,000 federal grant to help respond to the coronavirus.
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Detroit|News|
Michigan Medical Exec: Don't Delay Emergency Care
Data shows an alarming increase in out of hospital deaths between March and May 2020.
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Detroit|News|
Southfield Freeway Closed In Detroit As MSP Investigates Shooting
Police said the freeway is closed as they search for evidence.
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Detroit|News|
Detroit Jazz Festival Unveils Plans To Go Virtual
The festival is going virtual to adhere to safety guidelines for public gatherings during the pandemic.
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Detroit|News|
Elderly Wayne County Couple Dies In Thursday Morning Fire
The couple died trying to escape the fire through the garage of their home, according to reports.
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Detroit|News|
Whitmer Closes Indoor Bar Service In Lower Michigan
The governor also signed bills allowing cocktails-to-go at bars and restaurants.
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Ferndale, MI|News|
Ferndale Gym Owner In Limbo Over When Gyms Can Reopen
Hillary Herring bought a gym in Ferndale in March. Then the coronavirus pandemic began. Now, she's left wondering when she can reopen.
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Detroit|News|
Michigan Coronavirus Cases Cross The 64K Mark, Deaths Near 6K
State health department data suggests the number of both cases and deaths could be much higher.
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Detroit|News|
Whitmer Extends Renewal Dates For Expiring Driver's Licenses, IDs
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Wednesday signed a bill extending the renewal date for several items to Sept. 30.
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Detroit|News|
Whitmer Signs Bill Increasing Hazard Pay For Some Workers
Whitmer signed a bill that provides a $2/hour increase for direct care workers, among other additions.
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Troy, MI|News|
Oakland County Launches Program To Help Those Behind On Rent
The program is funding by $5 million from the CARES Act and $3.1 million from block grants.
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Detroit|News|
Detroit Man Accused Of Beating Woman With Tire Iron
The man is also accused by prosecutors of hitting a 5-year-old child in the head.
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Detroit|News|
3 Arrested In Connection With Freeway Shooting: MSP
No one was injured in the shooting, which took place Tuesday afternoon.
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Troy, MI|News|
Oakland County Deputies Investigating Deadly Hit-And-Run
Deputies are seeking information after a 62-year-old Pontiac man died Monday morning in a hit-and-run crash.
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Detroit|News|
Whitmer Unveils Back-To-School Plan For Michigan
The roadmap includes guidance on PPE use, hygiene, cleaning protocols and athletics for Michigan schools.
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Detroit|News|
Child Dies In Tuesday Morning House Fire In Detroit
Fire officials do not believe the fire was intentionally set and are investigating to determine what caused the fire, according to reports.
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Royal Oak, MI|News|
3 Positive For Coronavirus After Visiting Popular Royal Oak Bar
The health department said anyone who was at Fifth Avenue Royal Oak on the evening of June 19 should monitor for coronavirus symptoms.
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