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.
More than 3 million without power after Hurricane Milton slams Florida, causes deaths and flooding
Hurricane Milton barreled into the Atlantic Ocean on Thursday after plowing across Florida, pounding cities with ferocious winds and rain, and whipping up a barrage of tornadoes. It caused at least four deaths and compounded the misery wrought by Helene while sparing Tampa a direct hit.
The storm tracked to the south in the final hours and made landfall as a Category 3 storm Wednesday night in Siesta Key, about 70 miles (112 kilometers) south of Tampa.
Northern Lights possible across Michigan this week amid severe solar storm: What to know
All of Michigan will have a chance to see Northern Lights this week, thanks to a severe solar storm.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued a severe geomagnetic storm watch for Thursday into Friday after an outburst from the sun was detected earlier this week. Such a storm could temporarily disrupt power and radio signals.
Man uses potato to try to hide murder of 2 people over dice in Oakland County
A man used a potato to try to hide the murder of two people over a dice game in Oakland County, police said.
The shooting happened at 8:22 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, at an apartment in the 100 block of North Sanford Street, near Fiddis Avenue, in Pontiac.
Detroit Tigers fans set Comerica Park postseason attendance record during shutout vs. Guardians
In front of a record-breaking crowd during Game 3 of the ALDS, the Detroit Tigers are one win away from advancing to the American League Championship Series. Fans of the Tigers came out in droves for the city’s first playoff game since 2014. The Tigers took a 2-1 series lead after shutting out the Guardians 3-0 on Wednesday (Oct. 9) in front of 44,885, which set the record for the largest postseason attendance in Comerica Park history.
Weather: 70s making a comeback to end the workweek in Metro Detroit
Another frosty morning across portions of Southeast Michigan. Otherwise, a seasonal and sunny day is on tap.
Mostly sunny skies today with highs in the low to mid-60s. Given the first pitch is later today at Comerica Park, dress for 50s and low 60s if you are heading to the Tigers game.