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.
Who will fill Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan’s shoes? Some names are resurfacing as possible candidates
Mayor Mike Duggan’s time running Detroit is coming to an end.
He made the announcement on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, that he will not seek a fourth term in office.
His current term ends in January 2026. Duggan could possibly launch a campaign as a successor to Governor Gretchen Whitmer, who can’t run for reelection due to term limits.
Free contraception available at over 300 locations in Michigan
Free contraception resources are now available at more than 300 locations through a program for Michigan residents.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that over-the-counter oral birth control pills, emergency contraception, condoms and family planning educational resources are available through the Take Control of Your Birth Control program.
“Everyone deserves the freedom to make their own decisions about their reproductive health,” said Whitmer. “With over 300 locations across Michigan now offering free birth control, emergency contraception, and other essential reproductive health tools, we are taking action to ensure that all Michiganders have the support they need. Decisions about reproductive health care should be between a woman, her doctor, and her trusted community. In Michigan, we must always protect your fundamental right to control your health and your future.”
Michigan man convicted of selling fentanyl that caused overdose death
A Michigan man has been convicted of selling fentanyl to a person who later died from an overdose.
A federal jury convicted Antjuan Pierre Jackson, 39, of Kalamazoo, of distribution of fentanyl causing death and possession of 40 grams or more of fentanyl with intent to distribute.
The Leonid meteor shower peaks as the supermoon wanes
It’s a treat to see a supermoon. But that bright glowing orb will still be almost full when the Leonid meteor shower peaks this weekend, likely obscuring all but the brightest meteors in most locations.
The Leonids are known for their high-speed meteors, which can travel at up to 44 miles per second (70 kilometers per second).
“Unfortunately this year, the viewing conditions will be affected“ by a nearly full moon, said Shyam Balaji of King’s College London. “Watching during the early morning hours, when the moon is lower in the sky, can improve your chances of seeing more meteors.”
This shower may result in around 15 visible meteors per hour under ideal viewing conditions.
This year’s peak activity on Sunday will happen when the moon is 98% full. The shower lasts through December 2.
Weather: Rainy Thursday across Southeast Michigan
It’s a soggy start! Grab your umbrella. As a low pressure system moves into Lower Michigan from our west, plan for rounds of showers throughout much of the daylight hours today.
Seasonably cool today with widespread rain. Highs will range in the upper 40s to around 50. Most of the rain pushes to the northeast mid-afternoon, but we can’t rule out a few isolated, stray showers on the back edge of the low tonight.