Morning 4: Woman captured on video trashing gas station in Detroit -- and other top stories

Here are the top stories for the morning of Jan. 12, 2023

Woman destroys gas station on Detroit’s west side

Morning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day. So, let’s get to the news.


Wild video shows woman trashing recently renovated Detroit gas station

A video showing a wild outburst by a frustrated woman at a Detroit gas station was making its rounds Wednesday night.

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Vice President Kamala Harris to visit Ann Arbor today

Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to make an appearance in Ann Arbor on Thursday for a climate change event, the White House said.

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Man wraps arms around neck of walking Birmingham woman, demands her purse, officials say

A woman’s purse was stolen while walking in Birmingham last week just after she closed her business, officials report.

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Ashlee Baracy: Why I decided to come home to WDIV, how life has changed

Ashlee Baracy: You can take the girl out of Michigan, but I guess it’s true that you can’t always take Michigan out of the girl.

When I signed off the morning show seven years ago at Local 4, I knew in my heart that it wasn’t a “goodbye,” but truly a “see you later.” I was born and raised in Metro Detroit, so coming home was always my dream.

So, allow me to re-introduce myself, as much has changed in my life since I was last here.

Read more here.


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About the Author:

Cassidy Johncox is a senior digital news editor covering stories across the spectrum, with a special focus on politics and community issues.