Morning 4: More than 260K still without power in SE Michigan due to storms -- and more news

Here are the top stories for the morning of Aug. 30, 2022

FILE - A worker works on the power lines in Annapolis, Md., on Dec. 15, 2021. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh, File) (Susan Walsh, Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)

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.


SE Michigan power outages: More than 260K in the dark due to storms

Severe weather moved through Southeast Michigan on Monday afternoon, with several power outages being reported in the area. As of 9:20 a.m., more than 260,000 DTE Energy customers were without power.

Learn more here.


Monroe girl electrocuted after accidentally grabbing downed power line

A girl was electrocuted after coming into contact with an electrical line that had fallen in the city of Monroe as severe storms crossed through Southeast Michigan Monday night.

Read the report here.


‘I just heard a loud boom’: Several hurt after building explosion on Detroit’s west side

Several people were hurt after a building explosion occurred on Detroit’s west side.

The incident happened in the area of Schoolcraft and Mansfield Street between Greenfield Road and the Southfield Freeway. Police told Local 4 that the explosion resulted from a marijuana grow operation.

See the story here.


Driver going 30 mph over speed limit in Detroit had stolen gun in plain view, pills inside pants

A driver who was going 30 mph over the speed limit in Detroit overnight was arrested after police found a stolen gun sitting in plain view and pills inside his pants, officials said.

Read more here.


Metro Detroit school closings: Check the list here for Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022


Weather: Showers linger in Metro Detroit early Tuesday before clearing out for rest of week



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