Group Challenges Human Rights Ordinance and More News Nearby

You know what's happening in your neck of the woods, but how about the news nearby?

Every Saturday, Patch will bring you the big stories from Patch sites along Woodward Avenue and beyond.

Here's what's been happening nearby this week:

Royal Oak

One city leader is encouraging residents not to sign future petitions and stand up for fairness.

Ferndale

Ferndale High School Student Dies During Track Practice

A 16-year-old Ferndale student, Mario Campbell, collapsed during track practice at the high school on Thursday.

Clawson

Blockbuster in Clawson to Close — Need a Gumball Machine?

Dish Network Corp, which owns Blockbuster, plans to close 21 stores in Michigan this spring, including the one in Clawson.

Birmingham

Citing Birmingham's difficult business climate, the Hamilton Room hosted its last "Omega Closing Party" last weekend before officially closing its doors.

Bloomfield

Chief Matott's Resignation Effective April 30

The Bloomfield Hills Department of Public Safety Director Rick Matott will step down next month after helping to train his successor.

West Bloomfield

Charles David Eizelman pleaded guilty to one count of false pretenses in August 2012 after scamming several seniors in 2005.

Troy

Troy Man Dies After Collapsing While Jogging

An unnamed 26-year-old man who collapsed while jogging in Orion Township died Sunday of unknown causes, according to the Oakland County Sheriff's Office.