Morning 4: Tracking weekend rain that’ll last through next week in SE Michigan -- and other news

Here are the top stories for the morning of April 29, 2023

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.


Weather: Rainy weekend in Metro Detroit with slight break midday Saturday: What to expect


Person of interest taken into custody in murder of well-known Detroit neurosurgeon

Detroit police confirmed a person of interest had been taken into custody in the death of Dr. Devon Hoover.

Hoover, 53, is the neurosurgeon that was killed inside his home in Detroit’s Historic Boston Edison District. Police are now confirming what Local 4 has been reporting, which is that the attack was not random.

See the report here.


Poll: Do you participate in No Mow May? Are you thinking about it?

Throughout the month, many people participate in the so-called No Mow May, during which the lawn does not get mowed. At all.

The move is meant to allow grass and dandelions to grow to help pollinators and increase the number of bees. But not everybody’s on board -- especially those with maximum lawn length limits.

Do you participate in No Mow May? Take our quick poll.


Detroit Lions 2023 NFL Draft picks

Day two of this year’s NFL Draft has wrapped up, and so far, the Detroit Lions have made some choices that fans are unsure about.

See the latest Lions news here.


Remember Jones Soda? Their cannabis line is coming to Michigan

Much like SunnyD’s recent production of vodka seltzers, it’s time to watch another beverage favorited among Millennial kids to take on an adult variation.

Last summer, Jones Soda launched its Mary Jones line of cannabis-infused pop in California -- and the company says it’s been a big hit. Now, it’s coming to Michigan.

Learn more here.




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.

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