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.
CEO charged in Oakland County hyperbaric chamber explosion death posts $2 million bond
The CEO and founder of the Oakland County health care facility where a 5-year-old boy died in a hyperbaric chamber explosion posted bond on Wednesday.
According to court records, Tamela Peterson posted her $2 million bond and was released from jail just after 1 p.m. on April 9, 2025.
Bodies found inside home during welfare check in Dearborn Heights
A welfare check by police led to two bodies being discovered inside a Dearborn Heights home.
Police got to a home on Williams Street near Dartmouth Street around 2:30 p.m. Wednesday (April 9) afternoon.
‘Don’t gas geese!‘: How advocates are pushing back against geese removal
Some billboards stand out more than others, and one about killing geese is currently doing just that. It’s a message to the governor urging her to stop the gassing of Canada geese, and it comes ahead of a meeting this morning of the Michigan Natural Resources Commission (NRC).
“Don’t gas geese!” is the message catching drivers’ attention on billboards throughout the state, including one on I-96 West near the Wixom Road exit.
What President Trump said regarding the future of Selfridge Air National Guard Base
ichigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer visited Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, where she discussed tariffs and job market growth. During her trip, she met with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office, where they addressed the future of Selfridge Air National Guard Base.
“I just wanna add -- so, we’re working hard with Democrats, the governor, with Matt Hall, with a lot of transportation, with all of the people, trying to keep Selfridge Air Force Base open, strong, thriving,” Trump said.
Weather: Morning wintry mix changes to rain in Metro Detroit -- Here’s when to expect warmer weather
Waking up to a messy morning! A mix of rain and snow continues across Southeast Michigan this morning before a lull midday and then a transition to more scattered rain showers after 4 p.m.
Slushy snow accumulations of 1-2 inches are possible closer to US-23 this morning, mainly on grassy/elevated surfaces. Another chilly day with highs in the low 40s.
