In Danielle Stislicki Search, Self-Defense Class Raises Money: Patch PM

METRO DETROIT, MI – Here are some stories from the Michigan Patch network worth talking about tonight:

Self-Defense Class Fundraiser For The Search For Danielle Stislicki

• The self-defense fundraiser will raise money for search efforts for Danielle Stislicki and boost awareness of other missing Michigan women.

March For Life In Washington: Michigan Abortion Foes Buoyed By Trump Presidency

• Emboldened by President Trump’s election and Republican majority in Congress, activists see chance to restrict or ban abortion.

Whooping Cough Warning Issued For Oakland County As Cases Surge

• A health advisory for whooping cough has been issued for Oakland County as the number of cases skyrocket

Immigration Crackdown On Sanctuary Cities: Detroit, Ann Arbor Could Lose Block Grants

• President Donald Trump signed an executive order Wednesday that could deny local government block grant funding in Detroit, Ann Arbor.

Mayor Jim Fouts Declares His Life Has Been A 'Nightmare'

• Mayor Jim Fouts has faced a barrage of criticism following the release of unverified audiotapes attributed to him.

Do You Have A Social Media Will?

• The message from the legal community is this - no matter how old you are, you should have a social media will.

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• Royal Oak Schools Superintendent Announces Retirement
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• 5 More Detroit Gang Members Plead Guilty to Racketeering

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