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Frost Advisory, sunshine will be present midweek in Metro Detroit -- here’s what to expect
Read full article: Frost Advisory, sunshine will be present midweek in Metro Detroit -- here’s what to expectThe first frost of the season arrives in Lapeer and Genesee counties overnight, and a Frost Advisory is in effect.
Cool, breezy, fall-like weather takes over Metro Detroit
Read full article: Cool, breezy, fall-like weather takes over Metro DetroitBelow-normal temperatures will further cool on Monday. Highs will be in the mid to upper 60s in the Thumb and lower 70s in Metro Detroit. Although it will feel like autumn, you will have to pass on making a bonfire due to the gusty winds.
Oxford Township man killed, 12-year-old passenger injured in motorcycle crash
Read full article: Oxford Township man killed, 12-year-old passenger injured in motorcycle crashA 60-year-old Oxford Township man was killed and his 12-year-old grandson was injured when the motorcycle they were on collided with another vehicle.
Oxford shooter evaluated at hospital after fight at Lapeer County prison
Read full article: Oxford shooter evaluated at hospital after fight at Lapeer County prisonA segregated area of a Lapeer County prison went into lockdown Tuesday due to a fight between the Oxford High School shooter and a fellow teenage inmate.
Fight involving Oxford shooter causes brief lockdown in part of Michigan prison
Read full article: Fight involving Oxford shooter causes brief lockdown in part of Michigan prisonA segregated area of a Lapeer County prison went into lockdown Tuesday due to a fight between the Oxford High School shooter and a fellow teenage inmate.
Winter weather advisory lifted in Metro Detroit as more rain moves in
Read full article: Winter weather advisory lifted in Metro Detroit as more rain moves inThe Winter Weather Advisory for the heart of Metro Detroit has lifted this afternoon given that precipitation has changed to predominately rain south of M-59.
Where Oxford High School shooter is now; plans, details about future lodging
Read full article: Where Oxford High School shooter is now; plans, details about future lodgingOfficials have released details about the Oxford High School shooter’s incarceration, including where he is now and the plans for him in the future.
Tracking severe weather threats in SE Michigan -- here are all the active weather alerts
Read full article: Tracking severe weather threats in SE Michigan -- here are all the active weather alertsThe National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for Wayne County until 8 p.m. Friday and a thunderstorm watch for several counties in Southeast Michigan until 1 a.m.
Metro Detroit snow totals by city -- see how much snowfall was reported from Friday’s storm
Read full article: Metro Detroit snow totals by city -- see how much snowfall was reported from Friday’s stormMetro Detroit received another heavy dose of snow Friday evening and into the night, with some cities reporting more than 10 inches.
Metro Detroit weather: Waking up to Wind Chill Advisories
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Waking up to Wind Chill AdvisoriesThe Wind Chill Advisory has been canceled for Lenawee, Monroe, Washtenaw and Wayne counties this morning, but continues for Genesee, Lapeer, Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Sanilac and St. Clair counties until 9 a.m.
Wind Advisory issued as gust, rain arrive in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Wind Advisory issued as gust, rain arrive in Metro DetroitA strong system is heading our way over the next 24 hours bringing some much needed rainfall and even gusty winds to Metro Detroit, then colder weather will move in behind this system.
2 workers seriously hurt when semi truck trailer crashes down on them in Macomb County
Read full article: 2 workers seriously hurt when semi truck trailer crashes down on them in Macomb CountyTwo workers were seriously injured Tuesday when a semi truck box trailer crashed down on top of them in Macomb County.
Companies team up to add EV charging stations in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Companies team up to add EV charging stations in Metro DetroitAuto-makers have made it clear that electric vehicles are the future. For that to happen, you need places to charge them, and that’s what Kroger, DTE, and a company called Volta Charging are trying to do as they’re looking to bring charging stations to places that don’t have many.
Whitmer declares emergency for 4 Metro Detroit counties as water main break affects thousands
Read full article: Whitmer declares emergency for 4 Metro Detroit counties as water main break affects thousandsOn Sunday, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency for Lapeer, Macomb, Oakland, and St. Clair counties following Saturday’s water main break.
Boil water advisory continues for several Metro Detroit communities after water main break
Read full article: Boil water advisory continues for several Metro Detroit communities after water main breakA precautionary boil water notice was issued for 7 communities after a water main break caused a loss of pressure Saturday morning.
Map of where 935,000 Metro Detroiters are impacted by leak in GLWA’s largest water main
Read full article: Map of where 935,000 Metro Detroiters are impacted by leak in GLWA’s largest water mainA precautionary boil water notice was issued for 23 communities after a water main break caused a loss of pressure Saturday morning.
DTE Energy power outage map: Here’s how to check it
Read full article: DTE Energy power outage map: Here’s how to check itA severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect for for all of Southeast Michigan until 9 p.m. Wednesday: Genesee, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Sanilac, St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties.
Severe thunderstorm warning in effect for Oakland, Lapeer counties until 12:30 a.m. Tuesday
Read full article: Severe thunderstorm warning in effect for Oakland, Lapeer counties until 12:30 a.m. TuesdayA severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Oakland and Lapeer counties until 12:30 a.m. Tuesday.
Here’s how long hazardous heat and humidity will last for SE Michigan
Read full article: Here’s how long hazardous heat and humidity will last for SE MichiganAn Excessive Heat Warning is in effect for Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties from now until 8 a.m., Thursday.A Heat Advisory is in effect for Genesee, Lapeer, Sanilac, and St. Clair Counties from now until 8 a.m., Thursday.
Dangerous heat moves into Metro Detroit on Wednesday: What to expect
Read full article: Dangerous heat moves into Metro Detroit on Wednesday: What to expectAn Excessive Heat Warning is in effect for Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties from noon Wednesday to 8 a.m. Thursday. A Heat Advisory is in effect for Genesee, Lapeer, Sanilac, and St. Clair counties from noon Wednesday to 8 a.m. Thursday.
Dangerously hot temperatures arriving in Metro Detroit, here’s how long the heatwave will last
Read full article: Dangerously hot temperatures arriving in Metro Detroit, here’s how long the heatwave will lastIt becomes cloudier and warm Tuesday (June 14) and remains warmer than average tonight. Dangerously hotter, more humid air arrives tomorrow. Much higher temperatures with excessive heat and humidity will be here. People staying cool and healthy is imperative. After a cold front brings storms before the end of Thursday, it will be sunnier, warm, and comfortable for Friday and Father’s Day weekend, including Juneteenth.
84-year-old Oxford Township man dies after crash causes gravel hauler full of sand to overturn
Read full article: 84-year-old Oxford Township man dies after crash causes gravel hauler full of sand to overturnAn 84-year-old man has died after being struck by a tandem gravel hauler in Oxford Township, according to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office.
Metro Detroit weather: Snow continues through afternoon, tapers down Monday evening
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Snow continues through afternoon, tapers down Monday eveningSnow continues to fall in Metro Detroit through Monday afternoon, but for the most part, it should be tapering down by the evening.
Metro Detroit snow totals and timeline: Here’s how much snowfall to expect Monday
Read full article: Metro Detroit snow totals and timeline: Here’s how much snowfall to expect MondayA winter weather advisory is in effect for Lapeer, Macomb, Oakland, Sanilac and St. Clair counties from noon to 7 p.m. Monday.
Driver points gun at man who confronted him about brake checking in Rochester Hills, police say
Read full article: Driver points gun at man who confronted him about brake checking in Rochester Hills, police sayA road rage driver pointed a gun at another man who rolled down his window and confronted him about brake checking on a road in Rochester Hills, police said.
Metro Detroit weather: Timeline shows what to expect as major winter storm approaches SE Michigan
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Timeline shows what to expect as major winter storm approaches SE MichiganA Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Lenawee, Monroe, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties from 6 a.m., Wednesday, to 10 p.m., Thursday.
Winter weather advisory in effect for most of SE Michigan; snow, rain and ice arrives
Read full article: Winter weather advisory in effect for most of SE Michigan; snow, rain and ice arrivesA Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for Genesee, Lapeer, Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties until 9:00 a.m.
Michigan driver tears through corn field, crashes into drainage ditch during 100 mph chase, police say
Read full article: Michigan driver tears through corn field, crashes into drainage ditch during 100 mph chase, police sayA Michigan driver reached speeds of nearly 120 mph and cut through a corn field during a police chase that ended when he crashed into a water-filled drainage ditch and jumped into a pond, officials said.
Concerns mounting as SE Michigan remains under flood watch Tuesday night
Read full article: Concerns mounting as SE Michigan remains under flood watch Tuesday nightA flood watch has been issued for 11 southeastern Michigan counties from Tuesday afternoon through Thursday morning. Those counties include Genesee, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Sanilac, St. Clair, Washtenaw and Wayne.
Metro Detroit weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watch north of 8 Mile until 11 p.m.
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watch north of 8 Mile until 11 p.m.A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Lapeer, Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Sanilac and St. Clair Counties until 11 p.m.
Metro Detroit weather: Monitoring a Sunday severe weather threat
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Monitoring a Sunday severe weather threatThe threat of isolated thunderstorms popping up in a few spots will continue into the evening hours, although many more of us will not see rain than will, with the threat ending by late evening.
Metro Detroit weather: Rainfall totals for SE Michigan after overnight storms
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Rainfall totals for SE Michigan after overnight stormsSoutheast Michigan was hit by another round of heavy storms Wednesday evening and overnight. Here’s a look at some of the rainfall totals from around the area:
Man struck by car, killed while trying to cross street in Lapeer County, officials say
Read full article: Man struck by car, killed while trying to cross street in Lapeer County, officials sayA 50-year-old man was struck by a car and killed over the weekend while trying to cross a street in Lapeer County, officials said.
Dense fog advisory issued for Metro Detroit, counties outside region
Read full article: Dense fog advisory issued for Metro Detroit, counties outside regionThe National Weather Service has issued a dense fog advisory for Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Sanilac, St. Clair, Washtenaw and Wayne counties until 10 a.m. Sunday.
Metro Detroit weather: Most of SE Michigan under severe thunderstorm watch
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Most of SE Michigan under severe thunderstorm watchA Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Genesee, Lapeer, Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Sanilac, St. Clair, Washtenaw and Wayne counties until 10 p.m. ET.
Pictures, videos show severe weather striking Metro Detroit again on Tuesday
Read full article: Pictures, videos show severe weather striking Metro Detroit again on TuesdayPictures and videos of severe weather around Metro Detroit are starting to come in Tuesday, including some showing heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and fallen trees.
Metro Detroit weather radar: Thunderstorm watch issued for southeast Michigan
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather radar: Thunderstorm watch issued for southeast MichiganToday will be brighter and much warmer while still remaining rather humid. There’s a slight chance of a few raindrops before the day is done and a better chance of stormy weather returning late tonight and tomorrow morning. Like last week, more refreshing weather arrives in the middle of this week.
Freeze warning issued for Genesee, Lapeer, Livingston, Sanilac and St. Clair counties
Read full article: Freeze warning issued for Genesee, Lapeer, Livingston, Sanilac and St. Clair countiesThe National Weather Service has issued a freeze warning for Genesee, Lapeer, Livingston, Sanilac and St. Clair until 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, 2021.
Metro Detroit weather: Cool with fewer clouds Sunday afternoon
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Cool with fewer clouds Sunday afternoonAfter a chilly morning, this afternoon will be cool and brisk. It becomes colder tonight but milder tomorrow. Much higher temps arrive Tuesday and Wednesday.
1 killed, 1 hurt after pickup driver goes off road, overcorrects, hits tree in Lapeer County
Read full article: 1 killed, 1 hurt after pickup driver goes off road, overcorrects, hits tree in Lapeer CountyOne man was killed and another was injured when the driver of a pickup truck went off the roadway in Lapeer County, overcorrected and crashed into a tree, officials said.
Washtenaw County residents eligible for respite care scholarships from Alzheimer’s Association
Read full article: Washtenaw County residents eligible for respite care scholarships from Alzheimer’s AssociationThe $1,000 scholarships are available for residents of Genesee, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw and Wayne counties. ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Families caring for loved ones in Washtenaw County can now receive $1,000 scholarships to help with the cost of respite care. Offered by the Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter, the scholarships are aimed at relieving some of the stress and financial burden of caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. Community members interested in applying can send an email to helplinegmc@alz.org or call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900. Learn more about Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter resources at www.alz.org/gmc.
Live weather radar: Winter storm warning in effect for Metro Detroit until noon Tuesday
Read full article: Live weather radar: Winter storm warning in effect for Metro Detroit until noon TuesdayDETROIT – A winter storm warning is in effect for most of southeastern Michigan until noon Tuesday. A winter storm warning is in effect until noon Tuesday for Genesee, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Sanilac, St. Clair, Washtenaw and Wayne counties. AdHave a smart TV? Watch the weather radar on your TVIf you have a smart TV (Apple, Roku, etc. ), you can go to the WDIV Local 4 Detroit channel and stream the live weather radar right there on your TV.
Local 4 News at 4 -- Feb. 15, 2021
Read full article: Local 4 News at 4 -- Feb. 15, 2021Here’s what you missed on Local 4 News at 4:Winter storm warning in effect -- Who will get the most snow? A winter storm warning is in effect for most of southeastern Michigan until noon Tuesday. The National Weather Service is urging residents to plan for hazardous and slow travel. A winter storm warning is in effect until noon Tuesday for Genesee, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Sanilac, St. Clair, Washtenaw and Wayne counties.
Morning Briefing Feb. 15, 2021: Tracking snowstorm headed for SE Michigan
Read full article: Morning Briefing Feb. 15, 2021: Tracking snowstorm headed for SE MichiganThe National Weather Service is urging residents to plan for hazardous and slow travel. This should easily be a 6-to-8-inch snowfall, so total snow from what falls both Sunday night/Monday morning and Monday night/Tuesday morning could approach 10 inches in some areas. But, it never hurts to review some safety tips from state police: Snowstorm safety tips from Michigan State Police, Michigan Department of Transportation. The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 574,224 as of Saturday, including 15,150 deaths, state officials report. AdOn Saturday, the state reported a total of 517,991 recoveries from the virus.
Local 4 News at 4 -- Feb. 5, 2021
Read full article: Local 4 News at 4 -- Feb. 5, 2021Here’s what you missed on Local 4 News at 4:Friday’s frigid air kicks off stretch of bitterly cold days“A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for Genesee, Lapeer and Sanilac Counties until 7 p.m. Lake effect snow will fall in areas north of 8 Mile, this afternoon. All of us are wrapped in cold with afternoon temps in the teens and wind chills near zero.” -- Andrew Humphrey
Metro Detroit weather: Looking ahead to more snowfall as this winter storm wraps up
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Looking ahead to more snowfall as this winter storm wraps upDETROIT – As our early week snow wraps up, colder temperatures are staring us down, and we can already see our next snowmaker on the horizon. NOTE: A winter weather advisory is in effect for Lapeer, Sanilac and St. Clair counties until 11 p.m. Tuesday. Temps dropIt hasn’t exactly been balmy over the last few days, but we’re about to drop another notch on the thermometer. But even with limited sunshine Wednesday, highs won’t get to 30 degrees. Then, nights for the remainder of the workweek will take us to the mid-teens -- at least in the Metro Zone.
Metro Detroit weather update: Jan. 26, 2021 afternoon, evening forecast
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather update: Jan. 26, 2021 afternoon, evening forecastHere is the Metro Detroit afternoon and evening weather brief for Jan. 26, 2021. A winter weather advisory is set to expire at 11 p.m. Tuesday for Lapeer, St. Clair and Sanilac Counties. The advisory for the rest of the area expired at 3:45 p.m.Local forecastLight snow/drizzle rest of todayMost of the accumulating snow is done. In short, we’ll get some light snow the rest of today but not much. Long range models differ slightly on exact track of it, but it looks like we’ll get some accumulating snow both days.
Winter Weather Advisory issued for Metro Detroit, other counties until 4 p.m. Tuesday
Read full article: Winter Weather Advisory issued for Metro Detroit, other counties until 4 p.m. TuesdayDETROIT – The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for 11 counties -- Genesse, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Sanilac, St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne -- until 4 p.m. Tuesday. Between 3-5 inches of snow is expected to accumulate in Midland, Bay, Huron, Saginaw, Tuscola, Sanilac, Shiawassee, Genesee, Lapeer and St. Clair counties between 4 a.m. and 4 p.m. Tuesday. READ: Metro Detroit weather: Forecasting snowfall amounts, timing for upcoming winter stormThe snow is expected to move in north of the Interstate 69 corridor after 4 a.m. and reach the Tri-Cities and Northern Thumb by 7 a.m. Snow is expected to move north of the Ohio border after 4 a.m. and sweep northward during the morning. Heavier snow is expected in Metro Detroit between 6-9 a.m. before transitioning to freezing drizzle after 9 a.m. into the afternoon.
8 Michigan businesses cited for COVID-19 safety violations, state says
Read full article: 8 Michigan businesses cited for COVID-19 safety violations, state saysAll rights reserved)LANSING, Mich. – Eight Michigan businesses have been cited for COVID-19 safety violations, including a fire department, a public school district, Twin Peaks in Livonia and a Lapeer diner with 11 violations. Here are the businesses and the violations cited by the state:Memphis Fire DepartmentLocation: Memphis, MichiganFine: $2,000Violations:Not developing an infectious disease preparedness and response plan that helps guide protective actions against COVID-19. Reason for inspection: Employee complaint. Reason for inspection: Employee complaintClick here to view the full citation document. Reason for inspection: Employee complaintClick here to view the full citation document.
13 businesses cited for violating Michigan’s COVID-19 order, state says
Read full article: 13 businesses cited for violating Michigan’s COVID-19 order, state saysLANSING, Mich. – Michigan health officials have issued citations to 13 businesses due to violations of the COVID-19 order put in place by the Department of Health and Human Services. “We continue to see improvements in the numbers, and we know that the public health orders we have put in place are working. “The number of cases, the positivity rate, and hospital capacity have declined in recent weeks, taking stress off our hospitals and health care workers,” said Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, chief medical executive at MDHHS. “We will continue to monitor the data and assess for any potential surges in cases after the holidays. Most food service establishments like restaurants and bars have helped play a critical role in the existing decline by following the order.”
Metro Detroit weather: Winter Weather Advisory in effect with snow, icy conditions
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Winter Weather Advisory in effect with snow, icy conditionsDETROIT – A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for Detroit and all of Southeast Michigan. For families in our South Zone (south of I-94), this will likely be the total amount of snow from this storm. Snow will change to freezing rain in our South Zone (south of I-94). Freezing rain changes to rain in our South Zone (south of I-94). Rain falls across all of Southeast Michigan, including Detroit, with snow and ice gradually melting.
Winter weather advisory issued for SE Michigan with snow, icy roads on the way
Read full article: Winter weather advisory issued for SE Michigan with snow, icy roads on the wayAccordingly, the National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory from 10:00 p.m. Tuesday until noon Wednesday north of I-69, and until 9:00 a.m. south of I-69. Temperatures tonight will initially drop into the mid 20s (-4 degrees Celsius), and then rise to around 30 degrees (-1 degrees Celsius) by dawn Wednesday. Highs Wednesday should reach 40 degrees or a little above (5 degrees Celsius). Temperatures Friday should eventually reach around 40 degrees (4 degrees Celsius). What is a winter weather advisory?
Liquor licenses, permits suspended for businesses in Lansing, Lapeer for Emergency Order violations
Read full article: Liquor licenses, permits suspended for businesses in Lansing, Lapeer for Emergency Order violationsLANSING, Mich. – Two Michigan businesses in Lansing and Lapeer have had their liquor licenses and permits suspended after they violated the state’s recent public health order meant to slow the spread of coronavirus. READ: Michigan extends COVID-19 restrictions for 12 days to gauge Thanksgiving impactThe Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC) issued the emergency suspensions of the liquor licenses and permits. The Commission issued an emergency suspension order of its Class C, and Specially Designated Merchant (SDM) liquor licenses, and permits for Sunday Sales (A.M. and P.M.) Entertainment, Outdoor Service, and Catering. Any licensed establishment that is in violation of the MDHHS emergency order will be held strictly accountable and risk suspension or revocation of its license. Since September 2020, the MLCC has suspended liquor licenses of an additional 10 establishments located throughout the state for violations of the emergency and executive orders due to the pandemic.
Metro Detroit weather: Less wind, but tracking some snowflakes
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Less wind, but tracking some snowflakesAlso remember that wind is usually stronger over the water due to lack of friction from terrain, buildings and trees. Highs in the mid 40s (7 to 8 degrees Celsius), which will feel colder of course due to the wind. Partly cloudy Wednesday night, with lows in the low 30s (0 degrees Celsius). Partly cloudy Thursday night, with lows in the mid 40s (7 to 8 degrees Celsius). Highs could top 60 degrees (15 to 16 degrees Celsius) if we keep the sun long enough into the day!
Intense wind brings down trees, causes mass power outages across Metro Detroit
Read full article: Intense wind brings down trees, causes mass power outages across Metro DetroitMETRO DETROIT – Strong winds Sunday brought down trees and caused mass power outages across Metro Detroit. MORE: Metro Detroit weather: Wind Advisory now in effectAs of 6:40 p.m. Sunday, more than 195,000 DTE customers are without power. The outages are spread across Metro Detroit with a large number near West Bloomfield. Ryan Stow, with DTE, said there have been about 1,000 downed power lines across Metro Detroit. DTE crews are assessing damage, and making repairs and restoring power, in areas where it is safe to do so.
Metro Detroit weather: Wind Advisory now in effect, windy with sct. showers tonight
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Wind Advisory now in effect, windy with sct. showers tonightHazardous wind and wind gusts still exist Sunday evening as the temperature continues to drop. Please remain safe with wicked winds and high wind gusts. Sustained winds with lows at 20 to 30 mph and wind gusts will be as high as 50 mph. Wind gusts will be down to 35 mph, and sustained winds will be between 15 and 25 mph. Afternoon temperatures will reach 40° to 45°FThursday will be partly sunny to mostly cloudy but with higher temperatures.