Survivor' Contestant Charged in Ponzi Scheme, Child Porn: ICYMI

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

Snyder Refuses 2nd Request to Testify on Flint Water Crisis

“Americans deserve to hear testimony directly from you on how this man-made crisis happened,” Congressional Democrats say.

Local ‘Survivor’ Contestant Faces Ponzi, Chid Porn Charges

Investigation into alleged Ponzi scheme led to the discovery of sexually explicit photos of children on suspect’s laptop.

Dearborn Heights Man Planned ISIS-Inspired Attack, FBI Says

The FBI intercepted a credible threat, a spokesperson said. Read the full U.S. District Court complaint in the story.

Jury Returns Verdict in Murder of Teen on Macomb Trail

A jury deliberated for more than six hours over two days in the case against James VanCallis, 34, of Goodells, accused of hitting April Millsap, 14, with his motorcycle helmet and stomping on her neck.

Beyonce to Raise Money for Flint in Formation World Tour

Tickets go on sale Feb. 22 for Detroit show. A portion of proceeds will address long-term needs of children affected by Flint Water Crisis.

Also Worth a Read

• Snyder Fires Another Top Ranking DEQ Official
• Bills Could Dismantle Local Historic Districts Across State
• ‘Put It Back On’: Wife’s Wedding Band Warning
• You Stole Someone’s Dog’: Judge Metes Out Tough Sentence
• Clinton to Leave New Hampshire, Campaign in Flint
• Super Bowl 50: Watch for Fiat Chrysler Ads
• Flint Lead Crisis May Be Affecting Dogs
• Yum-Yum, Royal Oak Restaurant Week Is Coming Up
• State Told of Flint Water, Legionnaires’ Link Last March
• Woman Shot By Dearborn Police ‘Killed . . . Worse Than a Dog’: Activist
• How a Type Font Caught Alleged Michigan Art Swindler

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