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.
Hear from Detroit man who saved his girlfriend from crash involving teen leading police chase
A police chase involving a 15-year-old following a traffic stop ended in a fiery crash with another car and slamming into a nearby home on Sunday. The boyfriend of the woman who was in the car the teen crashed into described how he pulled her from the wreckage.
The crash occurred around 5 a.m. on April 19 near Outer Drive and Evergreen Road.
Police said a trooper attempted to pull over a stolen truck on Outer Drive near Schoolcraft Road, but the teen driver did not stop.
Why Michigan’s 30-day car insurance rule is catching college parents, snowbirds off guard
Michiganders who have cars out of state for more than a month are facing a costly car insurance issue.
Several parents with kids attending college outside Michigan, along with snowbirds, are reaching out to Local 4 for answers.
“My insurance was going up, so I looked around for other insurance, and I have a child in North Carolina, and he’s transferring to Pennsylvania,” one Metro Detroit dad said.
Woodhaven Mayor Patricia Odette faces misconduct investigation after withdrawing resignation
Woodhaven Mayor Patricia Odette is speaking out amid an investigation into alleged misconduct after submitting and then withdrawing her resignation earlier this month.
Local 4 has confirmed the allegations were brought to the attention of the Woodhaven City Council by Woodhaven City Administrator Jeff Harris.
Harris declined to discuss specific details of the allegations due to the ongoing investigation, but told Local 4 they pertain to misuse of city funds and resources.
Water wars game draws police warnings as Michigan seniors compete for cash
A popular end-of-year game among high school seniors is making waves across Metro Detroit — and catching the attention of law enforcement.
The students form teams in hopes of eliminating their opponents by using water guns in games, either known as “Water Wars” and “Senior Assassin.”
While students say it’s all good fun, police are urging caution amid safety concerns.
Weather: Chance of afternoon showers, thunderstorms in Metro Detroit
Warmer today with highs around 70. If your kids have outdoor practice this evening or you have tickets to the Tigers game, bring an umbrella. We have added showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms late this afternoon and evening for much of Southeast Michigan with the passage of a cold front. No severe weather is anticipated. Light showers or sprinkles will be possible after 2PM, but a more organized line looks to form and pass through after 7PM this evening.