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.
Man charged in deadly Macomb County fire, explosion to appear in court -- what to know
The owner of a Clinton Township business that caught fire and saw several explosions, killing a teenager with flying debris, is expected to appear in court on Thursday.
The fiery explosion happened on March 4, 2024, in the area of 15 Mile Road and Groesbeck Highway. Thousands of containers of combustible gas that were stored in the building caused continuous explosions. The debris field stretched at least a half-mile in every direction, according to officials.
Hamtramck police chief, officer involved, placed on administrative leave amid allegations
Hamtramck police Chief Jamiel Altaheri and an officer have been placed on administrative leave amid allegations.
Althaheri’s suspension, according to Hamtramck Mayor Amer Ghalib, has nothing to do with his performance.
Trump’s big tax bill has passed the House. Here’s what’s inside it
House Republicans early Thursday took a major step forward on President Donald Trump’s agenda, approving a legislative package that combines tax breaks, spending cuts, border security funding and other priorities.
House committees labored for months on the bill, which underwent late changes to win over holdouts in the Republican conference. It exceeds 1,000 pages and is titled the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” a nod to Trump himself.
Oakland County fire chiefs warn of ‘public safety crisis’ on I-75 amid hazardous construction
Fire chiefs from three Oakland County departments issued an urgent warning about dangerous conditions along a 15-mile stretch of I-75 under construction between Grand Blanc and Independence Township, calling the situation a “public safety crisis.”
According to Springfield Township Fire Chief Matt Covey, the $160 million MDOT infrastructure project, particularly affecting southbound lanes, has created hazardous conditions that have severely affected emergency response times.
Weather: Damp, cool conditions continue through Thursday in Metro Detroit
Damp and chilly today with scattered rain showers and drizzle. It will be breezy with winds around 15 to 25 mph from the northwest, keeping temperatures in the low to mid 50s. We should start to push these showers out of the area later this evening as the Low tracks east. However, it will feel like fall through Friday with highs in the 50s and lows in the 40s.