What We Know So Far About Alleged Serial Rapist: Patch PM

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

Alleged Serial Rapist Caught: What We Know So Far

• Suspect believed to have committed rapes in eight jurisdictions; investigation may link suspect to similar crimes in other communities

See ‘Lady Aurora’s’ Best Dance Moves: Northern Lights in Michigan

• Bidwan Baruah said his first opportunity to capture the northern lights was disappointing — not so when he visited the U.P. for Labor Day.

Entrepreneur Gives $100K to Improve Literacy at Ferndale High School

• Jack and Annette Aronson are challenging businesses, individuals to make up the difference to implement READ 180 program.

Weekend Construction in Metro Detroit: I-696, I-75, I-96 Ramp Closures, Other Work

• Several weekend projects could cause delays. Here are some areas to avoid if possible Friday through Sunday.

No. 5 Michigan (1-0) vs. Central Florida (1-0) Football: Everything You Need To Know

• Kickoff time, TV, point spread, tickets, parking, traffic and more.

National Prisoner Strike Planned Friday: Michigan Locations Here

• Thousands of convicts and activists in 24 states, including Michigan, are preparing for a massive prison strike on Sept. 9

Wave of Suicides at Wayne County Jails Raises Red Flags

• Four inmates committed suicide in five months at antiquated jails on county commissioner described as “third world.”

Also Worth a Read

• Clinton Township Man Arraigned Stabbing of Troy Man
• How Much Did Plymouth Twp. Supervisor Candidates Spend?
• Hines Park Jogger Fights Off Would-Be Rapist: Police
• Great Sex Good for Older Women, May Kill Older Men: Study
• Tennessee Fugitive's Crime Spree Ends in Royal Oak: Police [Updated]
• University of Michigan Best Public University in U.S.: QS Rankings
• Man Swindled Out of $27K in Elaborate Mega Millions Scam: Police
• Hate Groups Increase in Michigan and Nationally
• Protest Against Circumcision Planned Near Beaumont – Royal Oak
• Here Are the 11 People Killed by Michigan Police So Far in 2016
• Puppy Swims 6 Miles, Walks 12 More to Find Family

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