Morning 4: Viral video captures SE Michigan man rescuing choking raccoon -- and more news

Here are the top stories for the morning of June 21, 2024

Three men in Genesee County, Michigan helped rescue a wild raccoon that was choking on cheese. A video of the rescue has since gone viral. Image courtesy of video by John Ptaszenski. (WDIV)

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.


Video: Michigan men rescue wild raccoon choking on food

A group of Michigan men have gone viral after rescuing a wild raccoon that was choking on cheese.

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Watch: DTE implodes Trenton power plant boiler house

Demolition of the century-old power plant in Trenton concluded Friday with the implosion of the boiler house.

Watch more here.


9 Michigan beaches closed for elevated bacteria levels

Nine Michigan beaches are facing closures heading into the weekend due to increased bacteria levels.

Learn more here.


DTE power outages: 18K Metro Detroit customers in the dark Friday

Around 18,000 DTE Energy customers were without power Friday morning after storms moved through Metro Detroit this week.

Read more here.


Weather forecast: Severe storms remain possible amid Metro Detroit heat: What to expect



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Cassidy Johncox is a senior digital news editor covering stories across the spectrum, with a special focus on politics and community issues.

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