Detroit|News|
Whitmer Taps Former Detroit CFO As New State Budget Director
Michigan Gov. Grethen Whitmer has appointed Detroit Chief Financial Officer Dave Massaron as the state's new budget director.
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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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How To See Winter Solstice ‘Christmas Star’ In Metro Detroit
Such close conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn hasn’t occurred since 1623. The Ursid meteor shower peak coincides with the winter solstice.
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Detroit|News|
Michigan House Passes $465M Coronavirus Relief Bill
The bill now goes to the desk of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer for her signature.
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Detroit|News|
Here's What's Reopened And What's Still Closed In Michigan Monday
It can be confusing keeping track of what is allowed to reopen and what remains closed in Michigan, so here's a breakdown.
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Detroit|News|
Public Arrangements To Be Held For Wayne County Sheriff Who Died
Members of the public will have two opportunities to pay their respects to Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon, who died Thursday.
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Royal Oak, MI|News|
Royal Oak Township Dollar Tree Robbed At Gunpoint: MSP
Troopers said the man threatened to shoot the two employees at the store if they did not give him the money in the cash register.
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Plymouth-Canton, MI|News|
Truck Crashes, Knocks Down 8 Utility Poles In Canton, Police Say
The crash has caused widespread power outages in the area, and it may be "some time" before power is restored, police said.
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Troy, MI|News|
Oakland County Deputy Accused Of Slapping Handcuffed Suspect
An Oakland County Sheriff's deputy has been charged with assault after he slapped a handcuffed suspect who kicked him, officials said.
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Detroit|News|
Egypt Covington: 2nd Person Charged In 2017 Wayne Co. Murder Case
Police said a second person has been charged in connection with the murder of Egypt Covington in 2017.
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Detroit|News|
Michigan Adds 4,180 New Coronavirus Cases, 66 Deaths Friday
Nearly 455,000 cases of the coronavirus have been confirmed in Michigan, officials said.
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Detroit|News|
Michigan Fall Sports Return Monday, Football Playoffs In January
Three Michigan high school fall sports seasons halted by the coronavirus pandemic will be able to practice beginning Monday.
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Detroit|News|
'My Friend, Benny' Whitmer Emotional Over Sheriff's Death
"Benny was a special person," Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said. "We've lost too many people to this horrendous virus."
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Plymouth-Canton, MI|News|
Canton Man Charged With 18 Counts Of Criminal Sexual Conduct
If convicted, the man accused of the crimes could serve up to life in prison, officials said.
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Detroit|News|
Get A Tax Deduction In Patch Holiday Food Drive In Wayne County
Feeding America contributions in the Patch Holiday Food Drive to help the hungry in Wayne County are tax-deductible.
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Troy, MI|News|
Get A Tax Deduction In Patch Holiday Food Drive In Oakland County
Feeding America contributions in the Patch Holiday Food Drive to help the hungry in Oakland County are tax-deductible.
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Flint, MI|News|
Flint Civil Settlement Public Hearing Scheduled For Monday
A hearing has been scheduled to determine if the federal court should give preliminary approval to a $641.2 million settlement.
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Detroit|News|
Congress Nears New Stimulus Deal: What That Means For Michigan
Congress has vowed not to go home before approving a nearly $900 billion stimulus. Here’s how it could help people in Michigan.
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Michigan Schools Allowed To Reopen, But Indoor Dining Ban Remains
Michigan's ban on indoor dining will continue, but casinos, bowling alleys and stadiums will be among businesses allowed to reopen.
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Detroit|News|
Wayne County Sheriff Dies After Battling Coronavirus
Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon, 65, has died following a battle with the coronavirus.
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Troy, MI|News|
Oakland County Receives 1,900 COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Thursday
Initial vaccinations will begin by appointment only on Friday in Waterford for emergency medical service personnel.
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