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Thursday, January 10, 2013  Erin's Law was among 30 pieces of legislation getting the Republican Governor's signature yesterday.

Thursday, September 20, 2012  A father's fight to keep his daughter safe has reached a road block. The bus drops her off near two convicted sex offenders and the distict says there's nothing they can do about it.

Friday, July 01, 2011  New reporting rules are in place for Michigan’s 35,000 sex offenders. Police will gather more information and they explain why it’s important.

Thursday, March 31, 2011  A Northern Michigan Sheriff is taking a tough stance against people who commit sexual crimes. He's started up a zero tolerance policy for sex offenders who don't register.

Friday, October 08, 2010  In the TV spot, Angle alleges that the federal health care bill that Reid voted for allows convicted child molesters and sex offenders to use taxpayer dollars to pay for Viagra.

Monday, May 17, 2010  UPDATED 4:05 p.m. CDT with AP video. The Supreme Court ruled Monday that federal officials can indefinitely hold inmates considered "sexually dangerous" after their prison terms are complete.

Wednesday, March 03, 2010  San Diego County prosecutors will file charges against sex offender in Chelsea King case

Friday, October 30, 2009  It's not always the common precautions for parents like keeping a close eye on their children or watching for traffic.  It's sometimes the unknown dangers in neighborhoods like registered sex offenders that can create the biggest threats.

Friday, October 23, 2009  Authorities: None of the 161 sex offenders interviewed is a suspect in death of Fla. girl, 7

Monday, November 24, 2008  A multi-agency coordinated sweep to catch sex offenders who hadn't verified their home addresses with local police leads to the arrests of 196 people.

Monday, October 20, 2008  By law, convicted sex offenders must register with local police agencies and verify on a regular basis.