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.
From bud to bust? Detroit marijuana shops warn new 24% wholesale tax could kill industry
Smokers may have to spend a little more to keep that spark going when it comes to marijuana if a certain bill passes in Michigan.
“This tax right here that they’re trying to impose is gonna shake up the whole industry,” said Rock Jordan of 23 thumbs.
How 2 Detroiters stole millions in federal student loans, feds say
Two Detroiters were arrested and are facing federal charges for allegedly stealing millions in federal student loans in separate schemes.
Michelle Hill and Brandon Robinson are facing wire fraud charges after allegedly getting fake Federal Student Aid (FSA) benefits, and using the money for personal use.
Church leader accused in forced labor case runs back into courthouse after seeing our camera
A church leader accused of helping a man take over the lives of his followers fled back into the courthouse Wednesday when she saw our cameras coming.
Michelle Brannon was back at federal court Wednesday for a hearing about her bond. On Tuesday, a judge had granted Brannon bond, and prosecutors asked for an emergency appeal hearing.
The judge upheld Brannon’s bond on Wednesday, allowing her to stay on home incarceration in Northville.
Driver killed in Oakland County when SUV crosses center line, crashes head-on into bucket truck
A driver was killed when an SUV crossed the center line of a road in Oakland County and crash head-on into a bucket truck, police said.
The crash happened around 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, in the area of Cooley Lake Road and McDougal Street in Waterford Township.
Weather: First weekend of October brings near record warmth to Metro Detroit
Scattered high clouds will result in partly sunny conditions today as we rise into the mid-70s. The warm-up ensues through the weekend along with the drier conditions. As temperatures rise into the 80s Friday through Monday, we will get close to record highs.