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Snyder Not Alone in Syrian Refugee Policy: ICYMI

Rochester's Big, Bright Light Show / Social Media Threat Against Dearborn / Help for Willie Payne / Police Officers Shot / Afternoon Traffic

Here are some stories to talk about tonight on Michigan Patch:

Michigan Governor Pauses Syrian Refugee Plan

Several states led by Republican governors, including Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Texas, Alabama, Arkansas and Louisiana, have told the U.S. government their states will not consider accepting any Syrian refugees.

Police Probe Threat to Dearborn After Terror Attacks

Woman sent graphic tweet urging violence against heavily Arab American Dearborn.

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Nobody Does the Holidays Like Rochester

Rochester is all aglow over plans for the 10th anniversary of The Big, Bright Light Show.

More Help for Target of Fast-Food Worker’s Mean Trick

Royal Oak lawyer wants to give dignity to Willie Payne and raise awareness of how mentally ill people sometimes end up on the streets.

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2 Detroit Police Officers Hurt in Shoot-Out

Two police officers were taken to an area hospital with gunshot wounds after a shoot-out with auto theft suspect.

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