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.
Michigan’s 2026 statewide tornado drill to be held today -- Everything you need to know
On Wednesday, March 18, at 1 p.m., Michigan will be having a statewide tornado drill as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week.
The Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division is encouraging communities, businesses and individuals to participate, though the drill is not mandatory. Alerts may be broadcast via TV, radio, wireless emergency alerts and local sirens, depending on local participation.
The year 2026 has already proven to be an active severe weather season. On March 6, four tornadoes touched down across Branch, Calhoun, Cass and St. Joseph counties, killing four people and injuring many others.
2026 airshow at Selfridge Air National Guard Base canceled
Selfridge Air National Guard Base has cancelled its open house and air show in May.
The announcement was made Tuesday, March 17.
‘Every second matters’: Michigan baby gets lifesaving treatment after weeks of insurance denials
A Michigan 3-month-old will get lifesaving treatment after weeks of insurance denials and precious time having passed.
His mom told the insurance company she was reaching out to Local 4, and that’s when the coverage came.
Now, the mom wants to make sure other families are warned.
Every day crossed off the calendar was another day, mom, Lilly Green worried her infant son, Andrew, was losing mobility he would never get back.
She got her sign back: Detroit Pistons reunite 9-year-old fan with signed poster after viral search
The Detroit Pistons’ social media team was on a mission to find a girl who left a poster behind at Little Caesars Arena, which led to a viral video sparked by Big Sean.
Nora Jamil, 9, sent her poster with her friend, Noah, to the game on Friday (March 13), ahead of the Pistons’ 126-110 victory against the Memphis Grizzlies inside LCA.
Weather: Warmer end to the work week for Metro Detroit with rain chances
Another chilly start with an overall quieter day ahead. There is a chance for light flurries, but no real accumulation. Winds have tapered off, so not as brisk. We will be a little warmer than yesterday, but still cooler than average with highs in the 30s.