Public Safety: A Howell man was ordered to stand trial over alleged threats to kill a circuit court judge and claims he had materials to make a bomb. In Flint, state police say two separate traffic stops led to arrests after officers found loaded handguns. Water and Health: Michigan is offering about $423,000 for research into microplastics in drinking water and surface water, with applications due Dec. 14. Health officials also warn hunters not to eat deer taken within three miles of Clark’s Marsh, where PFAS advisories cover fish and other wildlife as well. Ballot Measure: Proposal 2, approved by 81.3% of voters, faces two federal lawsuits alleging it violates free-speech rights; DTE and Consumers Energy joined one challenge. Michigan Sports: The Wolverines fired offensive coordinator Jason Beck after their 15-6 loss to Michigan State; Jim Harding will take over on an interim basis. The Lions beat Miami 19-9, with their defense holding the Dolphins without a touchdown. State and Economy: About 125 Michigan National Guard members are set to deploy to the southwest border for up to a year. Gas prices fell 38 cents in a week to an average of $4.17 a gallon, still $1.05 above a year ago.