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New Study Recommends Against Antidepressant Use While PregnantA new study published in a recent edition of the journal Human Reproduction concluded that there are risks to having a woman continue taking antidepressants during pregnancy that in many cases, but not all, outweigh the benefits. -
Biden Provided the "Story," Ryan Brought the Tone of VP DebateVice President Joe Biden was the "story" of the debate Thursday evening, but in many ways Paul Ryan set the tone with his measured, some would say subdued, approach to the questions asked by moderator Martha Raddatz.
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Olympics Profile: 2012 U.S. Women's Volleyball TeamFour years ago in Beijing, it was the men's indoor volleyball team that brought home the gold medal for Team USA. This time around, the women's volleyball team is a heavy favorite, especially after acquiring men's coach Hugh McCutcheon for 2012.Also published on: -
Lopez Obrador to File Legal Challenge to Results of Mexico's ElectionsMexico's presidential elections continue to be mired in controversy, as runner-up Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador told the media and supporters on Monday that he rejects the official results and continued to allege that the election was tainted by fraud
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How to Broach the Birth Control Subject with Your DoctorMany women are nervous about bringing up the subject of birth control with their doctors. But it doesn't have to be a stressful experience, if you prepare for it ahead of time. -
Nieto Brings PRI Back into the Spotlight as New President of MexicoEnrique Pena Nieto of the PRI party has been named Mexico's new president, following the results of the national elections on Sunday.Also published on: -
Greece's Pro-Euro New Democracy Party Wins Narrow VictoryThe New Democracy party has won a narrow victory in Greece's latest round of elections, putting fears that the nation would reject austerity measures and withdraw from the European Union temporarily to rest.
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Police Chief Says No Foul Play Suspected in Death of Rodney KingRodney King, whose 1991 beating at the hands of four Los Angeles police officers ultimately sparked the 1992 L.A. riots, has died at the age of 47.
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ACLU Sues North Carolina Over Second-Parent Adoption BanThe American Civil Liberties Union filed a lawsuit against North Carolina on Wednesday on behalf of six same-sex couples and their families, charging that the state's ban against second-parent adoption is discriminatory and unconstitutional.
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Wall Street Ends 4-Day Winning Streak Over European ConcernsWall Street dropped for the first time in almost a week on Monday, over ongoing concerns regarding the stability of the European Union and the global economy. -
Boy Scouts of America to Review Policy Against GaysThe Boy Scouts of America has agreed to review its policy preventing gays from serving either as scout leaders or as members, but don't expect them to reverse their previous decisions, a spokesman reiterated on Wednesday.
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Federal Judge Blocks Law Barring Schools from Collecting Union DuesA federal judge has blocked a law that sought to prevent Michigan school districts from being allowed to deduct union dues from teachers' paychecks.
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Firefighters See Positives as Fight Continues Against New Mexico BlazeFirefighters currently trying to contain the largest fire in New Mexico state history are making some slow but steady progress, according to reports on Monday.
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Facebook Plummets on Second Day of TradingThe price of Facebook stock fell below its original $38 offering on Monday, just days after its debut on the stock market.
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NAACP Approves Resolution to Officially Back Same-Sex MarriageThe board of the NAACP voted to approve a resolution on Saturday that formally endorses same-sex marriage.
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49 Mutilated Bodies Found in Northern Mexico49 mutilated bodies were found in black plastic bags in the northern town of Monterrey, Mexico on Sunday, just 75 miles from the U.S. border.
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Study: Long Commutes Carry Greater Health RisksA study published on Tuesday in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine has found that longer commutes greatly increase a person's risk of becoming obese and having high blood pressure.
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42 Percent of All Americans Projected to Be Obese by 2030, Study SaysA new study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine on Monday predicts that 42 percent of all Americans will be obese by 2030, with the number of those that are severely obese projected to roughly double.
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Abbott Laboratories Guilty of Fraud, Ordered to Pay $1.5 BillionAbbott Laboratories has agreed to plead guilty to fraud in connection with its marketing of the drug Depakote, which the federal government has said the company promoted to treat conditions that it was not approved for.Also published on:
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Health Group Pushes for Annual Esophageal Cancer ScreeningA group of ear, nose, and throat specialists in New York has developed a new technique to screen for esophageal cancer, and wants to see new standards regarding the frequency of such screenings. -
Zimmerman's Attorneys Fear for His SafetyAttorneys for George Zimmerman, the neighborhood watch volunteer who fatally shot the unarmed 17-year oldTrayvon Martin in February, have said that they fear for their client's safety after he is released on bond.
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Secret Service Agents Investigated for Allegations of MisconductA group of Secret Service agents has been sent back to the U.S. from detail in Columbia amid allegations of misconduct involving heavy drinking and the solicitation of a prostitute.
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Jury Selection Begins in Trial of John EdwardsThe jury selection process has begun in the trial of the U.S. Justice Department against former senator and presidential candidate John Edwards.Also published on:
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Trayvon Martin's Parents to Request Inquiry into State Attorney's OfficeThe parents of Trayvon Martin, the unarmed 17-year old shot and killed by neighborhood watch volunteer George Zimmerman in February, have said that they will be requesting a formal inquiry into the actions of the State Attorney's office in Florida.
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Obama Begins Renewed Push for 'Buffett Rule'President Barack Obama on Saturday made a renewed push for Congress to pass the so-named "Buffett Rule," which would raise taxes on the wealthy.
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Gingrich Downsizes Campaign Staff, Vows to Stay in the RaceGOP presidential candidate Newt Gingrich spent Wednesday defending his decision to downsize his campaign, stating that it was necessary to re-strategize in order for him to stay in the race.
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New Black Panther Party Announces Bounty in Trayvon Martin KillingThe New Black Panther Party announced that they were offering a $10,000 reward to anyone that could "capture" George Zimmerman, the man who shot unarmed 17-year old Trayvon Martin in February.
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Controversy Surrounding Killing of Trayvon Martin GrowsThe controversy surrounding the shooting death of Trayvon Martin by a neighborhood watch volunteer continues to grow, with President Obama, GOP presidential candidate Newt Gingrich, and talk show host Geraldo Rivera all weighing in on Friday.
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New Search for Amelia Earhart's Plane Announced by Hillary ClintonSecretary of State Hillary Clinton announced on Tuesday that a group of researchers will begin a new search for the wreckage of Amelia Earhart's plane this summer, based on a newly-discovered photograph taken a few months after her disappearance.
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Obama Plans Push to Shore Up Support with Women VotersPresident Obama's campaign is planning a push this week to try and shore up his increasing support among women voters.
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U.S. Added Jobs for Third Straight Month in February, Unemployment Stays the SameThe U.S. added some 227,000 jobs in February, posting gains that were higher than expected. Overall unemployment, however, did not decrease.
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Third Student Dies After Chardon High School ShootingA shooting at Chardon High School in Ohio has resulted in the deaths of three students and left two others injured.Also published on:
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Bill Maher Pledges $1 Million to Obama Re-Election Super PACTelevision commentator Bill Maher has pledged to give $1 million to a Super PAC aimed at helping President Obama win re-election.
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Gov. Snyder Sends Financial Review Team to Muskegon Heights Public SchoolsGov. Rick Snyder has sent an official financial review team to analyze the Muskegon Heights Public Schools, according to reports on Tuesday.
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David Cameron Still Faces Widespread Criticism on EU VetoBritish Prime Minister David Cameron, the only leader in the EU to veto changes to its treaty, continues to face widespread criticism both at home and abroad over the decision.Also published on:
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HHS Secretary Intervenes to Block Morning After PillHealth and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius intervened on Wednesday to block the FDA's decision to increase the over-the-counter availability for a morning after pill known as Plan B.Also published on:
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Royal Oak Sex Offender Convicted20-year old Devon Coddington was convicted of two charges of criminal sexual conduct.
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Birmingham Education Foundation Seeking DonationsThe Birmingham Education Foundation, a private organization that raises money for Birmingham schools, is seeking donations to help fulfill grant requests for this school year.
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Ferndale High School Adds Another College SpecialistThe addition brings the total up to four for the district.
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Gov. Rick Snyder Defends Recommendation for Emergency Financial Manager for FlintGov. Snyder sat down with the Flint Journal on Friday to defend the state's recommendation to appoint an emergency financial manager for Flint.Also published on:
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Cold Front Chills Midwest and Northeast as High Temperatures Bake Plains and RockiesWeather extremes in the East and West caused vastly different reactions from people over the weekend. Parts of the East and Midwest had unusually low temperatures for the season, while the Plains and Rockies were unseasonably warm.Also published on:
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Cornell Study Finds that Moving the Fruit Impacts Students' Eating HabitsA Cornell University study has found that simple maneuvers, such as moving a bowl of fruit into a more prominent location on the lunch tray, can greatly impact students' eating habits.Also published on:
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Gov. Snyder Starts Hinting He May Not Run for Second TermGov. Snyder started hinting again this week that he may not run for a second term, if he decides he's accomplished what he wanted to do before then.Also published on:
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AT&T and T-Mobile Merger Gets Approval by West VirginiaThe controversial proposal to merge AT&T and T-Mobile has garnered the approval of West Virginia, as it becomes the third individual state to give its assent to the deal.Also published on:
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HSBC Announces Layoffs of 30,000 Workers Globally and Sale of 195 U.S. BranchesBritish bank HSBC announced that it intends to cut 10 percent of its current workforce by 2013, as well as selling off half of its U.S. locations.Also published on:
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New Trends Emerge in Applications for Concealed Weapons in MichiganMichigan's concealed weapons law is now 10 years old, and while the overall effect of the law has proven largely inconclusive, new trends are emerging in regards to just who is now applying for a license.Also published on:
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Lower Michigan Hit with Extensive Flooding After Back-to-Back ThunderstormsMuch of lower Michigan was under flash-flood warnings for the second half of last week, as back-to-back thunderstorms dropped up to 10 inches of rain in certain areas.Also published on:
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Childhood Obesity Rates Force Fast Food Chains to Revamp Their MenusKids and teens are eating away from home more often, and the rise in childhood obesity is causing parents and restaurants to look at menus differently.Also published on:
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What You Need to Know About Fireworks in FlintMichigan and Flint have individual fireworks laws that you should pay attention to before setting them off in the backyard next weekend.
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John Edwards Indicted on Six Counts of Violating Federal LawsFormer presidential candidate John Edwards was indicted on Friday in a North Carolina courtroom on allegations that he violated six counts of federal campaign laws in his 2008 bid.
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Factbox: Lars Von Trier, a Career of ControversyDanish director Lars von Trier, long a darling of the Cannes Film Festival, was banned from the event after making remarks about Hitler and Israel, which the auteur has since stated were meant to be humorous.Also published on: -
Rapper M-Bone of Cali Swag District Gunned Down in CaliforniaRapper M-Bone, of the group Cali Swag District, was gunned down in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday while sitting in a parked vehicle.Also published on:
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World Leaders React with Relief, Caution to Death of Osama Bin LadenWorld leaders have in many cases expressed relief, mixed with caution, to the news that the CIA has killed Osama bin Laden.Also published on: -
Will 'Scream 4' Be Another 'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull?'"Scream 4" comes 11 years after the last installment in the franchise, which is making fans as nervous and excited as Indiana Jones fans were when "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" dropped in 2008. -
Fukushima Gov. Sato Criticizes Japanese GovernmentGovernor Sato of the Fukushima prefecture, home of the damaged Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant, has demanded that the Japanese government share more information with residents about the ongoing crisis.Also published on:
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Smoke Seen Billowing from Fukushima Daini, Raising New ConcernsThe Fukushima Daini plant, located six miles from the still-dangerous situation at Fukushima Daiichi, reportedly had smoke billowing from one of its units on Wednesday.Also published on:
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Officials at Fukushima Nuclear Plant Find Contaminated SoilSoil samples taken around the damaged Fukushima nuclear plant revealed that the ground has been contaminated by radiation. Officials are still maintaining that the situation is slowly improving.Also published on:
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The Health Argument for CircumcisionCircumcision has become a testy subject with people lining up on both sides of the fence regarding the pros and cons of the procedure. Evidence suggests, however, that there are some real health benefits to having it done.
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Movie and DVD Piracy Isn't Killing the Film Industry, Peddling the Same Stale Ideas IsThe movie industry has refused to adapt to the realities of the Internet, choosing instead to attack piracy as the reason the business is supposedly failing. Except it's not, failing that is.
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Cutting Off Funding from Planned Parenthood Does Far More Harm Than GoodThe House voted to block funding for Planned Parenthood, a move that will impact the organization's ability to conduct cancer screenings, HIV testing, and other women's health services.
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First-Time Oscar Nominees Make Strong Contenders at This Year's CeremonyFirst-time Oscar nominees usually aren't necessarily picked to win, but this year's crowd has some strong contenders in Christian Bale, Aaron Sorkin, and Trent Reznor.
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Ferndale Middle School Principal Begins Her Own Fit Kids ProgramFerndale Middle School Principal Dawn Warren has begun a six-week boot camp program designed to get young girls moving.
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Flint's Budget Deficit Less Than ExpectedThe Flint City Council was expected this week to hear the results of the city's financial audit for last year, which will determine the city budget and planning for 2011.
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Being a Single Mom is Cooler Than You ThinkLots of people feel bad for single mothers because parenting by yourself is much harder in some ways. But there's a lot about it that's kind of fun.
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Royal Oak Board of Education Approves Schools of Choice for Next School YearThe Royal Oak Board of Education has set the guidelines and application dates for the schools of choice program for the 2011-2012 school year.
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Ferndale City Council Finally Approves Agreement for Fire, Police ChiefThe Ferndale City Council finally approved the employment agreements of both the city fire and city police chief at a meeting Nov. 22.
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Ferndale Board of Education Discusses Changes to CurriculumThe Ferndale Board of Education met two weeks ago to discuss curriculum changes to high school chemistry and technology used in elementary classrooms.
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Best Ways to Find Royal Oak School CancellationsThere are a few surefire ways to find out if the snow we got yesterday means you're home with the kids, including local news stations and websites.
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Royal Oak Seeks RecountRoyal Oak Township officials are seeking a recount on the failed property tax millage, which so far looks like it was defeated by just two votes. With such a small margin, they are looking for problematic votes.
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Ferndale City Council Determines Process to Select New MayorThe Ferndale City Council met for their regular meeting on Monday, November 22nd. Among other items they determined the process for selecting a new mayor to replace Mayor Covey when he vacates the seat in January.
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Ferndale Library Reopens to Community RavesThe Ferndale Library has now reopened its newly remodeled 21,000 square foot facility.
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How to Renew Your Dog Park Membership in Royal OakThe Royal Oak Dog Park requires a membership fee and application for all residents and non-residents who want to use the park.
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29 New Zealand Miners Dead After Second Explosion Destroys Hopes for SurvivalA second explosion in New Zealand's Pike River Mine has destroyed remaining hopes that the 29 miners trapped inside for the last five days have survived.
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Baldwin Library Partners with Birmingham Businesses for Holiday SavingsThe Baldwin Library has partnered with various vendors around Birmingham until Jan. 2 to provide discounts simply by showing your library card.
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Birmingham Reopens Children's Area at Shain ParkThe city has completed work on the children's area of Shain Park and reopened it to the public.
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GM Stocks Cause Rush of Excitement at Wall Street Debut; Now They Need to Maintain MomentumWall Street saw a big uptake yesterday with both the easing of concerns over Ireland's debt load and the reappearance of automaker General Motors on the stock ticker.
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Birmingham Continues Green InitiativesThe city of Birmingham continues to try and promote green initiatives by placing more recycle bins on sidewalks downtown and encouraging residents to recycle at home.
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Birmingham City Tree Program in Full SwingBirmingham's city tree program, where residents can subscribe to receive a tree, will be giving out the first of the batch in the coming weeks.
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Ferndale High School Looks to Recruit New SwimmersFerndale High School will lose an unusually high number of swimmers to graduation next summer, leaving the team in desperate need of new recruits.
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Ferndale's Valentine Distilling Co. Expanding Its Space-and Its BusinessFerndale-based Valentine Distilling Co. is building a new space out on Nine Mile and Woodward that will house a distillery and tasting room.
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Royal Oak Charity Gilda's Club in Jeopardy After Departure of Late Comedian's BrotherGilda's Club, founded by friends and family after the comedian's death, has come under fire by her late brother, who has withdrawn all financial and physical support from the charity.
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Royal Oak Piano Bar Meets Objections from ChurchA proposed piano bar and Mexican restaurant has met with resistance from St. Paul Lutheran Church and School, who protested the application for a liquor license for the establishment.
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Birmingham Republican Headed to Lansing One More TimeBirmingham Republican Chuck Moss will be heading back to Lansing for his third and final term in the State Legislature after an easy win last week.
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Ferndale Medical Marijuana Case Has Long-Reaching InfluenceThe raid on Ferndale medical marijuana dispensary Clinical Relief has made medical marijuana businesses around the state more nervous, and is leading lawmakers to try and find ways to shore up the laws to make them more clear.
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Royal Oak's Equipment Assets on Its Way Out After Environmental Violations and ComplaintsRoyal Oak business Equipment Assets is on its way elsewhere, according to its landlord. The business was cited by both the city and the state for environmental and building code violations.
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Seaholm's Girls Varsity Volleyball Team Offers Volleyball ClinicAspiring volleyball players can attend a clinic Dec. 5 at Seaholm Gym.
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Ferndale High School Racks Up Another Accolade as Volleyball Team Takes DistrictFerndale High School added another feather to its cap this past week, as the ladies volleyball team took the district title for the first time in five years.
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Royal Oak Veteran Gets His Service Medals, 64 Years LaterRoyal Oak Veteran Joe Gonzalez was given a total of 7 medals on Veteran's Day that he was owed for his service in World War II.
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Birmingham Groves Water Polo Team Aims for Victory at State ChampionshipGroves' Falcons had a better year than last year's excellent performance and are poised to do well at the next state championship.
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Second Floor of Ferndale City Hall Opens MondayFerndale City Hall will be open to the public on Monday, following recent renovations.
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Ex-Red Wing Struggles to Gain Liquor License for Steak House in Royal OakA proposed steak house has been denied a request for a liquor license this week.
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Birmingham Lawyer Recognized at State LevelBirmingham lawyer Susan Orozco was recognized as one of Michigan's "Super Lawyers," those that stand out for excellence across legal fields.
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Ferndale High School Band Wins State TitleFerndale High School's band won first place in the state competition this week.
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Royal Oak Resident Wins State House Seat with Message of CooperationRoyal Oak resident Jim Townsend was one of few Democrat wins in the elections last week, picking up the seat in Michigan's 26th district.
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Royal Oak Sees Little Monetary Profit from Arts, Beats, and Eats After Paying the BillsRoyal Oak, which initially posted a gain of more than $531,000 from the first-time hosting of the Arts, Beats, and Eats festival this year, saw the profit whittled down to just $63,000 after paying outstanding bills.
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Birmingham's Elmore Leonard Festival to Educate on Michigan Film IndustryBirmingham's inaugural Elmore Leonard Literary Arts and Film Festival kicks off this week, and organizers want to provide an educational opportunity for those looking at getting into Michigan's burgeoning film industry.
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Ferndale Business One of Twelve Earmarked for State Tax IncentivesFerndale business Search Optics Inc., a digital marketing firm that serves the auto industry, has been earmarked for tax incentives designed to help them expand.
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Auburn's Cam Newton Latest Player to Be Investigated by NCAA for Alleged ViolationsAuburn player Cam Newton is being investigated by the NCAA for allegations that he had improper contact with an agent. At the moment, no charges have been filed and he is still eligible to play.
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Royal Oak Police Seek Hit-and-Run DriverRoyal Oak police are seeking the driver of a Toyota Scion XB that crashed through the front of a Jet's Pizza on Friday.
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Ferndale Court Moves Case Against Medical Marijuana Defendants ForwardA court in Ferndale has moved the case against nine defendants charged with various violations of Michigan's medical marijuana law forward, amid new charges by Oakland County prosecutors.
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Birmingham Man Loses Half His Casino Winnings After Lying to AuthoritiesA Birmingham man who had won $40,000 in a Canadian casino was forced to give up half of it to the U.S. government after trying to hide it.
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Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak Staging Mountain Chicken Frog ComebackRoyal Oak's Detroit Zoo is one of five places in the U.S. with a mountain chicken frog breeding program, in the hopes of bringing this Caribbean native back to sustainable numbers.
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Ferndale's City Manager Now the Point Person for Departmental IssuesFerndale's city manager was voted into an expanded role on Tuesday, and given jurisdiction over the departments of fire, police, city attorney, and city clerk.
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Birmingham Leaf Collection Season BeginsBirmingham residents can go to the city website to view their leaf collection procedures and schedules for 2010.
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Pro Surfer Andy Irons Dies Amid Speculation of Dengue Fever and Drug AbusePro Surfer Andy Irons has died en route to meet up with his pregnant wife back home in Hawaii. He was 32.
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Royal Oak Moves to Protect Its Park LandRoyal Oak residents voted strongly in favor Tuesday of blocking city council members' ability to sell public park land without a vote from the public.
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Ferndale High School Graduate Rashad Phillips to Be Honored by U-Detroit MercyFerndale graduate Rashad Phillips will have his jersey retired at the first home game of U-D Mercy's season on November 19th.
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Birmingham to Open New Dog Park SoonBirmingham residents will be able to take their dog to a new dog park at the Lincoln Hills Golf Course by the end of the month.
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Former Manager of Royal Oak's Lindell Ice Arena Pleads No Contest to Lesser ChargesThe former manager of Lindell Ice Arena was brought to trial on a charge of aggravated indecent exposure, but pleaded no contest to lesser charges to avoid a possible negative jury verdict.
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Ferndale Parking Structure Jumps Through Next HoopFerndale's city council approved continued negotiations between the city and a developer who wants to build a six-story parking deck/apartment combo downtown.
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Birmingham Principal Says Kids Should Bring Cellphones to ClassBirmingham principal Adam Hartley wrote an article for MLive a couple of weeks ago where he tried to make the case for cellphones as learning tools, not distractions.
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Snoop and Danny Devito Make Arguments for Prop 19, to No AvailRapper and long-time pothead Snoop Dogg joined actor Danny Devito and a slew of other celebrities in endorsing California's Prop 19, to no avail.Also published on: -
Royal Oak Man Sentenced to 23 Months in Prison for Animal CrueltyRoyal Oak resident John Hoose III has been sentenced to almost two years in prison after stabbing and killing three goats that belonged to a neighbor of one of his friends.
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Ferndale Film Festival Will Once Again Give Profits to Local CharitiesOrganizers of the annual Ferndale Film Festival have said that all profits from this year's festival will benefit two local charities.
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Birmingham Library at Center of Bloomfield Library Millage DebateBirmingham's library is being looked at as a closer, cheaper alternative to the Troy library for residents of Bloomfield Hills.
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President Obama on 'Daily Show' -- People Watched, but Will it Make a Difference?People certainly tuned in to watch President Obama on Jon Stewart's "The Daily Show" last week, but the question remains as to whether this last campaign push by the President will have an impact on elections.Also published on: -
Birmingham Gets Ready to VoteBirmingham is making sure that their citizens are ready to cast their votes November 2.
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Men Convicted of Scamming Churches in Multiple Michigan Cities, Including FerndaleFerndale and other cities were the victims of two Maryland con artists who are now behind bars. The men were convicted of felony charges involving mostly black churches in Flint, Saginaw, Detroit, and several of its suburbs.
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Birmingham to Welcome Outdoor Ice RinkThe city of Birmingham has approved a measure that will allow them to build an outdoor ice rink in Barnum Park.
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Royal Oak Gets Covenant Care Center on WoodwardRoyal Oak is now one of two sites in Oakland County that will serve Medicaid and insured patients, as well as the uninsured.
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Ferndale Man Arrested for Stealing Bikes for DrugsA Ferndale man was arrested this week for allegedly stealing bicycles and then selling or trading them for drugs.
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Birmingham City Manager Leaves for Iowa CityBirmingham City Manager Tom Markus has been recruited by Iowa City to do the same for their downtown that he's been able to accomplish for Birmingham.
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Ferndale to Decide Whether or Not to Change Noise OrdinanceFerndale city council next month will decide whether or not to hire a sound expert to measure decibel levels in its downtown after complaints from residents.
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Royal Oak Police to Start Using Portable Fingerprint ScannerRoyal Oak police are scheduled to start using Bluechecks next week. Bluechecks allow them to scan a person's fingerprints at the scene to determine if they should be arrested.
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Royal Oak High School Graphic Arts Program RecognizedThe Royal Oak High School graphic arts program has reached national attention since its beginnings in 2000, culminating in the prestigious Kagy Award, to be given in November by the Printing Industries of America.
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Birmingham Realty Firm at Heart of Hollywood Mini-BoomBirmingham firm SKBK is at the heart of the Hollywood mini-boom, specializing in finding temporary homes for cast and crew. But they are also at the heart of the debate as to whether or not the film credits are a good thing.Also published on:
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Ferndale Police Help Test Fingerprint Scanner that Rolls Out to Rest of State Next WeekFerndale police were one of a handful of departments across the state who tested Bluecheck, a portable fingerprint scanner.
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Birmingham Great Grandmother Writes Song to Get Out the VoteBirmingham great grandmother Isabelle Simon has written a song that she hopes will encourage people to go to the polls November 2nd.
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Royal Oak Equipment Facility Being Investigated After Environmental Concerns Are RaisedRoyal Oak company Equipment Assets is being investigated by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources after complaints about black smoke and foul smells coming from the facility.
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Ferndale Business at Center of Debate Over Michigan Film IncentivesFerndale's Bosco lounge is one of the businesses that has come forward to say that they won't survive without Michigan's film incentives and the movie crews they bring in.
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Birmingham to Host Art Event at Community HouseBirmingham will host one of its last art events of the year at the Community House this Saturday. All proceeds will benefit the outreach program.
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Royal Oak Joins National Debate on Bullying with Challenge Day Event and Reality Show TapingRoyal Oak High School has become a focal point in the national debate about teen bullying and suicide following the airing of the popular reality show, "If you really knew me," and an episode that featured ROHS.
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Royal Oak Businesses Host Massive Ladies' Night in DowntownMore than 40 retailers will participate in ladies' night in downtown Royal Oak this Thursday.
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Zach Galifianakis Might Have Gotten Mel Gibson Axed from 'Hangover 2,' but Who Really Cares?Rumors are circulating that director Todd Phillips' decision to cut Mel Gibson's cameo out of "Hangover 2" was influenced by the protests of cast member Zach Galifianakis.
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Ferndale Medical Marijuana Facility Raided by Oakland Police Using Fake Patient IDsOakland Police are under fire for using fake patient ids printed on county computers to trick employees at a medical marijuana facility into selling them some of the drug.
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Birmingham's ProGreen Tries to Lead the Way on Eco-friendly HomesBirmingham-based firm ProGreen Properties LLC will be filming an upcoming segment for the tv show 'Today in America' where they will demonstrate eco-friendly home improvements and try to show Michigan's housing market in a positive light.
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Appeals Ongoing in Ferndale Flagpole LawsuitThe lawsuit involving the death of five-year old Angel Pocock-Smith looks paused to continue, after lawyers for the school district announced their intention to appeal an earlier judgement.
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Royal Oak's Bankrupt FormTech LLC Has Pension Plans Absorbed by PBGCFormer employees and retirees of FormTech LLC might be able to breathe a little easier soon when they get word that their pension plans are being covered by PBGC.
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Ferndale Women Arrested for Domestic AssaultsTwo Ferndale women are in police custody after allegedly each trying to kill the man in her life.
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The Ladies from 'Glee' Take it Off for GQ, Igniting ControversyTwo of the ladies from popular TV show "Glee" have posed for a racy photo shoot for GQ magazine, drawing criticism from the Parents Television Council and others.
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Juan Williams Fired from NPR for Controversial Comments About Muslims on AirplanesAn NPR political analyst is unemployed following comments he made about Muslims on airplanes during an appearance on Fox News Channel's "The O'Reilly Factor."
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Almost 20 Years Later, Clarence Thomas' Wife Virginia Asks Anita Hill for ApologyRoughly two decades after Anita Hill's allegations of sexual harassment against then-Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas captured the nation's attention, his wife Virginia spontaneously contacted Hill this week to ask for an apology.Also published on:
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CDC Reports Drop in Teen Pregnancy Overall, but Rates Vary Wildly Across State BordersThe CDC reported Wednesday that the overall teen pregnancy rate in the U.S. has dropped for the first time in several years, but it remains high in areas that are economically challenged or promote abstinence-only sex education.Also published on:
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Officer Bubbles Sues YouTube Over G20 Arrest Video and ParodiesAdam Josephs, the Canadian police officer known as "Officer Bubbles" on the Internet, is suing YouTube and its parent company Google for allowing negative comments and parody videos on their site following his G20 arrest of a woman blowing bubbles at him.
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String of Break-Ins Has Royal Oak Residents on AlertRoyal Oak has been the target of a string of break-ins that have encompassed seven different streets so far.
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Royal Oak Wants Bicycles Off the Sidewalk, Back on the RoadRoyal Oak is just one of many Michigan cities that are looking into ways to make their roads more bicycle-friendly. They have given grant money to a Chicago firm to study how best to do that.
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2010 Alaska Senate Seat: Three-Way Race Has Turned into Battle Between Murkowski, MillerWhat started out as a three-way race between incumbent Lisa Murkowski, Republican Joe Miller and Democrat Scott McAdams has become a down-to-the-wire match between Murkowski and Miller.
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Maureen Dowd Slams Palin, O'Donnell as 'Mean Girls'Columnist Maureen Dowd has come out swinging against Tea Party conservatives Palin, O'Donnell, Brewer, et al, comparing them to high school "mean girls." -
Kentucky Senate Debate Between Paul and Conway Gets UglyThe debate between Rand Paul and Jack Conway got heated and very ugly yesterday, culminating in a debate breach of etiquette when Paul refused to shake his opponent's hand at the end of the night.Also published on: -
Ferndale to Make Decision on Charter Amendment that Would Transfer Oversight of Police, FireCity officials badly want to transfer oversight of the police and fire departments to the city manager to decrease costs and more effectively manage the city's budget.
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Fake Stabbing as Red Carpet Publicity Stunt for "My Soul to Take" Ignites ControversyThe red carpet for the movie "My Soul to Take" featured a surprise fake stabbing as a publicity stunt. The move has caused controversy among media outlets and internet blogs, and been widely criticized.
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Birmingham Area Set to Honor Elmore Leonard with Literary Arts FestivalThe Birmingham area is set to honor its most famous resident by holding the Elmore Leonard Literary Arts Festival in November.
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Ferndale to Get Animal Control Through CountyAfter discovering that Ferndale residents pay for a service they aren't getting, Oakland County has agreed to cover animal control in the city, probably to start next year.
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Google Announces Self-driving 'Google Car'Google, the company primarily known for its massive search engine, has jumped into the realm of artificial intelligence and self-driving cars.
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Ferndale Schools Lose Appeal to Dismiss Wrongful Death Suit Involving Student's Fatal InjuriesFerndale Public Schools lost their appeal to have a wrongful death lawsuit against them dropped. The family of Angel Pocock-Smith is suing the schools for wrongful death following an accident at Roosevelt Elementary in 2007.
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'I Spit on Your Grave': Even Gorier, More Graphic Remake Incites ControversyThe original 1978 film "I Spit On Your Grave" was incredibly controversial, and now filmmakers have apparently gone one step further, making the remake so graphic and gory that it is being released in the U.S. without a rating.
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Ferndale Has Two New Ways to Indulge Its Sweet ToothFerndale has had two new sweet shop open up downtown in the last couple of months, and they're winning raves for friendly service and great treats.
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Royal Oak Director Takes Advantage of Michigan's New Tax Incentives to Film Latest, "Rabid."Brian Lawrence, founder of the Royal Oak Actor's Workshop, is filming a new movie in Pontiac and Macomb County.
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Federal Judge in Florida Allows Multi-State Lawsuit Against Federal Health-Care Reform to Move ForwardA federal judge in Florida yesterday ruled that the 20-state lawsuit against federal health care reform can go forward, after deciding that it involved a legitimate claim.
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Rapper T.I. Takes Break Between Court Appearances to Help Save Suicidal ManRapper T.I. was in Atlanta on Wednesday when the plight of a man threatening to commit suicide by jumping from the ledge of a 22-story building caught his attention. The rapper then made a video recording to be played for the man to talk him out of it.Also published on: -
Cheap, Easy and Eco-Friendly: Making Holiday Decorating a Whole Lot GreenerMaking your holiday decorating green has never been easier and cheaper. There are a wealth of decorating ideas that you can make just by using and reusing things you already have.
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Easy and Fun Holiday Gift-giving Using Green Alternatives to Gift WrapUsing recyclable materials or reusing things you have lying around your house to wrap gifts is a money-saving and green alternative to traditional wrapping paper.
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Birmingham Farmers Market Holding End of Season CelebrationOctober 24th marks the end of the season for the Birmingham Farmer's Market, offering treats, crafts, and fun before the annual Pumpkin Patch Parade.
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Birmingham's Business Owners Want Art Fairs Back in Shain ParkDowntown business owners claim that having the city's art fairs downtown hurts their business. City council members will have to decide whether to send the fairs back to Shain Park for next year.
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Ferndale Homeowners Can Get Free Weatherization to Reduce Energy Costs Through New State ProgramFerndale residents are being given the chance to have their homes weatherized to reduce energy costs through the Better Buildings for Michigan program.
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Ferndale City Council Still Stumped on How to Pay for Much-needed Parking StructureFerndale city officials have been discussing the need for a parking structure since 2006, but still don't seem to know how they're going to pay for it.
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Royal Oak Charities Benefit from Arts, Beats & Eats FestivalRoyal Oak Charities benefited enormously from this year's Arts, Beats & Eats Festival, raising more than $351,000.
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Royal Oak to Raise Downtown Parking RatesCity officials in Royal Oak will be raising the parking rates downtown just in time for the holidays. Expect to see new parking meters start showing up in November in the city's high-use areas.
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Chilean Miner's Affair Threatens to Put a Damper on RescueRevelations that Yonni Barrios, one of the Chilean miners trapped in the San Jose Mine, was having an affair for years behind his wife's back has garnered international attention. -
How to Decide If You Should Send Holiday Cards to Business ContactsShould you send holiday cards to clients and business contacts? Or is it likely to do more harm than good?
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Birmingham Gears Up for Halloween with Early EventsBirmingham is gearing up for a big Halloween by holding events the weekend before as well.
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Ferndale Gears Up for Halloween with EventsFerndale residents can look forward to several events held throughout the city to celebrate Halloween.
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Arts, Beats, and Eats a Hit in Its Debut in Royal OakIn its first year in Royal Oak, the Arts, Beats, and Eats Festival drew 423,000 people, almost 200,000 more than it did last year in Pontiac.
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Deepwater Drilling Ban Lifted Ahead of Schedule, Causing Political Controversy and Environmental ConcernInterior Secretary Ken Salazar announced yesterday that the U.S. was lifting its ban on deepwater drilling weeks ahead of schedule. He claims that the U.S. government has figured out how to make deepwater drilling safer, but others aren't so sure.Also published on:
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Ferndale's Downtown Development Authority Shows Off Design of New Downtown SignsFerndale's Downtown Development Authority presented their designs for new signs to replace the ones downtown.
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Royal Oak to Criminalize Noise Ordinance to Make it Easier for Police to EnforceCity officials are going to shift the noise standards to the Municipal Police so that they can better handle violations.
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2010's Safest CarsCars are safer than ever before, but some still run ahead of the pack. The federal government and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) rank the best every year.
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Birmingham-Bloomfield Arts Center Gets New DirectorThe Birmingham-Bloomfield Arts Center got a new director earlier this year, and they couldn't have made a better choice.
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Birmingham Public Schools to Elect Two Leaders in NovemberTwo seats on the Birmingham Board of Education are up for election in November. Whoever wins the seats will determine school policy for the next term.
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Best Cars to Suit the Needs of Large FamiliesAll the world's major automakers have done redesigns on their larger vehicles in the last couple of years, making this the best market consumers have seen in a while.
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Royal Oak High School Collects Soccer Gear Donations for Latin AmericaSoccer players in Peru and Guatemala are about to receive a fantastic gift from Royal Oak High School students.
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New Grocer Comes to Royal OakGordan Food Service has opened two new stores, one of them in Royal Oak. The store serves both food suppliers and walk-in customers.
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Scientists Discover Gene that Causes Male InfertilityNR5A1, a gene long known to cause reproductive abnormalities in both sexes if mutated, has been proven to also cause infertility in some otherwise healthy males.
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National Coming Out Day 2010 Events Held Against Backdrop of Hate Crimes, BullyingNational Coming Out Day 2010 was held on Oct. 11, the LBGT community's annual day to show solidarity and rally support for equal rights. The day came this year amongst a rash of new stories about people being bullied or beaten for being gay.
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Favre Could Face Fines, Suspension in Ongoing Video Scandal Involving Reporter Jenn StergerNFL quarterback Brett Favre could face fines and a suspension from the league if the online video of a completely nude man trying to seduce sports reporter Jenn Sterger turns out to be the real thing.
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Ohio Families Suing School Over Childrens' Suicide Have Little Legal RecourseTwo Ohio families are the latest to try to sue a school district over their childrens' deaths. They are unlikely to be successful, however, because of the lack of laws on the books that deal with the subject.
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John Lennon's 70th Birthday -- Artist, Singer, Activist, Creative ForceJohn Lennon would have turned 70 years old this past Saturday, and family and fans around the world commemorated the event in their own ways.
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Royal Oak Hires New Principals, Special Education TeachersRoyal Oak Schools got three new principals and ten new special education professionals for the start of this school year.
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Trapped Chilean Miners to Be Freed on WednesdayThe Chilean government has announced that efforts to free the 33 men trapped in the San Jose Mine will soon come to a happy conclusion, as they expect to start bringing the men out on Wednesday.
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Obama's Use of Pocket Veto for Second Time, to Kill Foreclosure Docs Bill, Will Ignite ControversyPresident Obama will court controversy by blurring the line between a regular veto and a pocket veto when he returns a foreclosure docs bill to Congress.
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Suicide of Rutgers Student Tyler Clementi Brings Other Cyberbullying Tragedies Back in FocusAs Rutgers University struggles to come to terms with the suicide of freshman Tyler Clementi, other cases of cyberbullying that led to suicide are coming back into the limelight as people search for answers to this escalating problem.
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Nobel Peace Prize Goes to Chinese Dissident and Pacifist Liu XiaboLiu Xiabo, a pacifist who calls for gradual and non-violent change in the Chinese government, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for 2010.
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Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak Marks Start of Breast Cancer Awareness MonthBeaumont Hospital hosted a symbolic luminary lighting to mark the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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2010 Colorado 3rd U.S. House District Race: John Salazar Loses Lead Over Scott TiptonRep. John Salazar is fighting to keep his seat for a third term against Republican challenger Scott Tipton. This increasingly contentious race originally leaned in Salazar's favor, but is now a toss-up between the two candidates.Also published on:
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Heidi Montag Cancels Divorce Plans, Reconciles with Spencer PrattThe Heidi Montag - Spencer Pratt drama continues as Montag has decided to call off their divorce.
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How to Get a School Uniform for Your Child If You Can't Afford OneSchool uniforms are becoming the norm for many lower-income school districts, but not all parents can afford the cost of outfitting their child to comply with the policies.
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What Do You Do When Your Child Falls Between Educational Programs?If your child has special needs but doesn't fit either the criteria for your school district's special ed programs or the requirements for them to be in a mainstream classroom setting, figuring out what to do next can be very frustrating.
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Dan Gordon-Levitt, Brother of Inception's Joseph Gordon-Levitt, DiesThe older brother of actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Dan Gordon-Levitt, has died at the age of 36. A photographer, firedancer, and flow arts teacher, he was most recognizable as "Burning Dan" online and elsewhere.
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Breast Cancer Campaign Teases with Launch of Facebook 'I Like It ...' InitiativeFacebook users have been updating their status by the thousands to show support for the breast cancer campaign's "I Like It ..." initiative, which teases readers with its sexual connotation into reading more.Also published on:
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Westboro Church Pleads Case in Front of Supreme CourtThe Westboro Church began its arguments in front of the Supreme Court Wednesday, fighting for what they claim is their right to hold anti-gay protests outside the funerals of fallen U.S. soldiers.Also published on: