'Absurd and Irresponsible' Judge Didn't Order STD in Teen's Gang Rape, Family Says: Patch PM

DETROIT, MI – Here are some stories to talk about tonight on Michigan Patch

No STD Tests in Gang Rape of Teen, 15

• “This is completely absurd and irresponsible,” a spokesperson for victim’s family said. “This judge has a real soft spot for criminals. ...”

Slain Dallas Officer Moved from Metro Detroit to Chase Lifelong Dream

• Michael Krol, former Wayne County officer, worked hard to get a job in Dallas. When he did, "he was all in, he was all in," his uncle said.

Dallas Police Shootings Put Metro Detroit on High Alert

• In Oakland County, sheriff says officers struggle with incongruity of being on guard for their lives, “yet approachable and friendly.”

Wendy’s Credit Card Breach Hits 100+ Michigan Locations: Full List

• If you eat at Wendy's, you should check your credit card statements. More than 100 Michigan locations are impacted by a credit card breach

Police See Familiar Pattern in Scams Targeting Elderly

• Scams involving law enforcement impersonators are becoming more common; police will never ask people to pay fines and fees with gift cards.

That Perfect Summer Day When Kids Can Have Good, Clean Fun in the Mud

• The 2016 King and Queen of the Mud will be crowned on the messiest playground n southeast Michigan.

Also Worth a Read

• Popular Beach Closes Due to High Levels of E-Coli Bacteria
• Camels Replace Elephants at 2016 Oakland County Fair
• Plymouth Township Challengers Want State Election Oversight
• 2 Michigan Colleges Make Forbes Top Top Colleges Ranking
• Man Accidentally Shoots Himself, Purposely Fires at Bed: Police
• Sentence Hinges on Whether 28-Week Fetus is a Person
• Why Lawyers Stand with Judge Lisa Gorcyca
• Cyclist Hit Teen Walking on Trail, Then Assaulted Her: Police

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