Morning 4: Why the UAW president says adding Ford Kentucky plant to auto strike was necessary -- and other news

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

United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain talks with members picketing near a General Motors Assembly Plant in Delta Township, Mich., Friday, Sept. 29, 2023. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya) (Paul Sancya, Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

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.


UAW chief: No option but to escalate Ford strike after unsatisfactory offer

The United Auto Workers on Wednesday added a major Ford Motor Company plant to its strike against the Big Three in a move that union officials say was necessary amid stagnant negotiations.

Read the report here.


The most haunted Michigan bars, restaurants, according to Detroit ghost hunters

Detroit Paranormal Expeditions: People always ask us, what are DPX’s favorite haunted places in the state? We decided to do something fun and come out with our list of haunted pubs, bars and restaurants.

Over the course of 2021 we visited and researched these amazing places!

See more here.


$1.765 billion Powerball jackpot goes to lucky lottery player in California

A player in California won a $1.765 billion Powerball jackpot Wednesday night, ending a long stretch without a winner of the top prize.

Read more here.


‘You’re a sicko, I love it’: Taylor Decker’s reaction to Detroit Lions trick play is amazing

Taylor Decker had an amazing message for Ben Johnson after the Detroit Lions dialed up a successful trick play against the Panthers.

Read the report here.


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