Troy, MI|News|
Troy Hero 'Loves His Job Helping People'
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories.
Joey Oliver, Patch Staff
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|News|
MI Launches Health Care Jobs Portal Amid Coronavirus
The state has launched a new health care jobs portal as the need for people who can provide coronavirus care continues to rise.
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Flint, MI|News|
Arrest Made In Flint Face Mask Shooting Case: Prosecutor
Prosecutors accuse Brya Shatonia Bishop, 24, of interfering with efforts to find Larry Teague and Ramonyea Bishop, who remain on the run.
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Detroit|News|
TCF Center Field Hospital Operations Paused: Report
The center will available for use again as a field hospital if needed.
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Troy, MI|News|
Oakland County To Close Waterparks For 2020 Season
The department said Red Oaks Waterpark in Madison Heights and Waterford Oaks Waterpark in Waterford will not be open.
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Troy, MI|News|
'They Risk Their Lives Every Day': Troy Heroes
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories.
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Detroit|News|
'She Is Very Compassionate': Detroit Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories.
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Dearborn, MI|News|
'He Cares About His Customers': Dearborn Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories.
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Detroit|News|
Whitmer Signs Executive Order Expediting Unemployment Benefits
The Executive Order also extends Executive Order 2020-57, which extends benefits to many who would otherwise not have access to benefits.
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Flint, MI|News|
New Drive-Thru Coronavirus Testing Site Opening In Grand Blanc
Testing will be held in the Grand Blanc High School parking lot, 12500 Holly Road.
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Detroit|News|
One Person Shot By Barricaded Gunman In Detroit: Report
A barricaded gunman is held up in a residence on the city's west side, according to reports.
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Detroit|News|
3-Year-Old Found Stabbed To Death In Inkster: Report
Police said the mother may have had mental health issues and is believed to have left the area in an Uber, ClickOnDetroit reported.
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Detroit|News|
Michigan Reaches 45,000 Coronavirus Cases
The state also reported 71 new coronavirus-related deaths, bringing the overall death toll to 4,250.
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Detroit|News|
Detroit Sees Progress In Fight Against Coronavirus
Retesting of residents in 13 of the city's nursing homes has begun, and city health officials said test results have improved dramatically.
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Detroit|News|
Report: GOP Lawmakers Sue Whitmer Over Emergency Powers
Republican legislators held a news conference Wednesday morning inside the state capitol to announce the lawsuit.
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Detroit|News|
$25M From CARES Act Coming To Michigan To Help Aging Residents
The funding will go toward providing aging Michigan residents with meals and other assistance.
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Detroit|News|
Worthy: There 'Isn't Enough Information' About Inmate Release
Wayne County Prosecutors are trying to reach out to victims of 168 Michigan prison inmates being released early due to the coronavirus.
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Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|News|
Salvation Army To Distribute Boxes Of Food Wednesday
The food boxes contain enough nutrition to feed an adult for nearly seven days of meals, the Salvation Army said.
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Detroit|News|
Michigan Coronavirus Numbers Continue To Climb, Albeit Slowly
The state reported over 44,000 confirmed cases of the coronavirus on Tuesday, but the number of new cases is lower than it has been.
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Fenton, MI|News|
Police: Man Arrested After Wiping Nose On Store Clerk's Shirt
Police said the man walked up to the clerk and wiped his nose and face on her shirt before telling her, "Here, I will use this as a mask."
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