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Royal Oak Commissioners Join Protest of NC 'Bathroom Bill'

• The city is believed to be the first to pass a travel ban in Michigan, which has its own version of “bathroom bill” in the works.

Smuggler Who Hid 51 Turtles in Pants Sentenced to 57 Months

• Enhanced penalties came into play because value of turtles confiscated at airports exceed $1 million, government says.

Think You're Smart? Take Mensa Test in Farmington Hills

• Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, whose blood-lead tests on children informed the world of the Flint water crisis, among convention speakers.

Motorist Shot During Traffic Stop Faces Multiple Charges

• Joseph Frank Carlton, 23, of Livonia, was released from the hospital Wednesday and taken immediately for arraignment.

Make Driverless Cars Terrorist-Proof: Security Expert to Automakers

• Could a terrorist take control of a driverless car? Possibly, a Department of Justice security expert tells Detroit automakers.

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• Rochester Hills Man, 78, Dies in Apartment Fire
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