Oakland County Mom Accused of Munchausen By Proxy: Patch PM

DETROIT, MI – Have you purchased a lottery ticket yet? The Powerball jackpot is now up to $500 million, with an estimated payout of $306 million.

While you’re thinking about what you’d do with all that money, here are some stories to talk about tonight on Michigan Patch:

Teen ‘Medically Kidnapped’: Mom Accused of Munchausen By Proxy

Oakland County prosecutors say teen underwent unneeded surgeries, tests and treatments “based upon the parent’s exaggerated reports.”

Cuteness Overload Under 2.5 Pounds of Hairy Mess

What happened when man found stray dog will melt your heart.

Cher: Firing Squad for Governor Over Flint Water Crisis

The music superstar went on a Twitter rage against Michigan governor a day after he declared an emergency to deal with lead in Flint water.

Boy, 6, Gets Realistic Toy Gun in School Gift Giveaway

School says it will work more closely with businesses that provide gifts to students to ensure they’re appropriate.

5 Oakland County Intersections Where You’re Most Likely to Crash

A roundabout in Commerce Townships saw 116 crashes in early December, but they’re far safer than traditional intersections, experts say.

Also Worth a Read

• Governor Declares Emergency in Flint
• Pastor Speaks God’s Word, But You Won’t Hear It
• Collegiate Ice Carving Debuts at Rochester Festival
• Detroit Zoo’s Wild Winter Weekends Offer Family Fun
• Wolves, Wild Lights, Dinosaurs Draw Record Crowds to Zoo
• Train Station Recognized with LEED Certification
• Whistleblower Settles Lawsuit Against ‘Dr. Evil’
• Sex Scandal, Bizarre Cover-Up Cost State $80K-Plus So Far
• Justice Department Investigating Flint Water Crisis
• Activists Protesting Dearborn Police Shooting Vow Boycott: Video
• Judge Gets Extension to Answer Misconduct Complaint

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