On Monday, the Michigan State Police are cracking down on drivers who don’t move over for emergency vehicles. It’s a statewide effort that aims to protect first responders and remind motorists of the state’s “Move Over” laws, which have existed since 1949.

A statewide Air Quality Alert remains in effect today as another round of Canadian wildfire smoke continues to drift across Michigan. While hazy skies will persist across Southeast Michigan through much of the day, forecast models indicate smoke concentrations should gradually decrease by this evening and tonight.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is pushing back after President Donald Trump accused Canada of failing to properly manage its forests, calling it a “shame” that some American officials are blaming Canada for wildfire smoke.

Taylor Farms de Mexico is pulling iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the U.S. market over possible cyclospora contamination — and the distribution list includes Michigan.

Versiti Blood Center of Michigan is trying to boost blood supplies to help local patients

Huntington Bank announced this week that it will be closing 13 branches across Michigan by the end of next month.

There’s a type of food allergy you might not expect because it doesn’t come from foods like peanuts, dairy, wheat or soy -- it actually comes from tick bites.

Spotty showers and storms are possible tonight across Southeast Michigan, but nothing severe is expected.

Festa Italiana continued at Freedom Hill County Park in Sterling Heights despite hazardous air quality across southeast Michigan caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires.

Crowds turned out Friday for the Thunder Over Michigan air show at Willow Run Airport despite hazardous air quality caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires.

Canadian Wildfires have pushed hazardous air conditions towards Michigan, that smoke can carry partials dangerous for eye health.

Michigan is at the center of what could be the largest cyclospora outbreak in U.S. history and now the legal fight has begun.

Former Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox announced Friday he is ending his campaign for governor, saying President Donald Trump’s endorsement of U.S. Rep. John James reshaped the Republican primary race.

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Furniture retailer teams with Children’s Foundation of Michigan on literacy push for children 5 and under

Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan rose again, state health officials reported on Friday, with more than 5,000 cases reported.

A 32-year-old Ypsilanti man is facing charges after reportedly assaulting his girlfriend and barricading himself inside a Romulus home.

Federal health officials have identified lettuce from Mexico served by Taco Bell locations across five U.S. states as a source of the widespread outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora.

The Air Quality Alert remains in effect today as dense Canadian wildfire smoke continues to create Very Unhealthy to Hazardous air quality conditions across Metro Detroit and much of Southeast Michigan.

The 2026 Thunder Over Michigan: Stars, Stripes, and 250 Years Strong begins Friday in Wayne County.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is investigating whether iceberg lettuce supplied to Taco Bell restaurants by Taylor Farms is the source of a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak, according to NBC News, which cited a person familiar with the investigation.

President Donald Trump renewed claims about election integrity during a primetime address, alleging vulnerabilities in U.S. voting systems and citing Michigan as an example of what he described as election-related misconduct.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Cox has filed a lawsuit against Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, who is also running to be Michigan’s next governor, alleging her office has failed to produce public records related to her past involvement with the Southern Poverty Law Center despite a Freedom of Information Act request filed nearly three months ago.

Violent crime has been trending downward in Detroit and across Michigan, but the five major candidates running for governor disagree on what it will take to sustain that progress.

The 4Warn Weather Alert and Air Quality Alert have been extended through Friday as dangerous wildfire smoke continues to blanket Southeast Michigan, creating the worst air quality our region has experienced on record.

A Detroit auto shop is facing a wave of customer complaints after vehicles were left sitting unfixed for months. Motown Automotive Supercenter, located on Greenfield in Detroit, is now under investigation by the Michigan Secretary of State’s office, officials confirmed.

A Michigan woman accused of leaving three children alone for years in a house of squalor has pleaded no contest to child abuse.

Wildfire smoke poses significant health risks to pets, often impacting them more severely than humans.

Three of Michigan’s largest electric utilities are under investigation over restoration efforts following the severe storms that left thousands of Michiganders without power over the Fourth of July weekend.

Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan rose again, state health officials reported on Thursday, with more than 4,300 cases reported.

Local 4 has received numerous complaints regarding auto employees working under hazardous air quality conditions.

The Third Judicial Circuit of Michigan is closed to the public on Thursday and Friday due to hazardous air quality conditions from the Canadian wildfire smoke.

Detroit has been ranked as having the worst air quality in the world on Thursday after Canadian wildfire smoke blanketed Michigan.

State regulators approved two key environmental permits on Wednesday that are vital for Enbridge Inc.’s Great Lakes Tunnel Project to move forward.

Smoke from the Canadian wildfires is blanketing Michigan on Thursday.

Planet Fitness will be opening their doors at over 115 locations for free for anyone with or without membership needing indoor exercise access amid unhealthy air quality alerts.

After Canadian wildfires, smoke is impacting air quality in Michigan.

Morning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.

Pre-election testing of voting machines is open to the public, and must be conducted at least five days before early voting begins.

An air quality alert remains in effect for all of Michigan on Thursday and is likely to continue through Friday.

The 4Warn Weather Alert has been extended today as wildfire smoke continues to blanket Southeast Michigan, giving Metro Detroit the worst air quality in the world this morning.

Michigan has reversed decades of population decline, but the state’s next governor will still face a major challenge: convincing more young people to build their futures here.

The 4Warn Weather Alert and Air Quality Alert remain in effect Thursday, as a thick plume of wildfire smoke from Canada settles into Southeast Michigan, bringing some of the poorest air quality this season.

How can you stay safe when the air is bad and the heat can be deadly?

Michigan’s cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to 3,762 cases since June 22, state health officials said Wednesday.

Michigan Democratic voters were asked in a recent poll which Democratic candidate in the gubernatorial race they would vote for in the 2026 primary election.

Canadian wildfire smoke is drifting into Michigan, prompting state officials to issue a statewide air quality alert through at least Thursday and possibly longer.

Michigan will be auctioning off state-owned land across 12 counties next month that the Michigan DNR says are more suitable for private ownership.

Michigan Democratic voters were asked in a recent poll how they felt about possible candidates in the upcoming presidential election.

Cyclosporiasis is an illness caused by a parasite, the illness attacks intestines, leading to severe stomach cramps, watery diarrhea, and nausea that can last for weeks.

Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan rose slightly, state health officials reported on Wednesday, with more than 3,700 cases reported.

23andMe reportedly learned about the breach months after millions of customers’ personal information was made publicly available.

Metro Detroit is facing a dangerous combination of extreme heat and poor air quality today as both a Heat Advisory and Air Quality Alert remain in effect across Southeast Michigan.

Michigan Democratic voters were asked in a recent poll how they felt about the 2026 U.S. Senate primary election in the state and the current Democratic candidate’s views.

Michigan Democratic voters were asked in a recent poll about the 2026 U.S. Senate primary and their views on various topics.

Michigan Democratic voters were asked in a recent poll about the 2026 U.S. Senate primary and their views on various topics.

Washtenaw County is extending cooling center hours as southeast Michigan remains under a heat advisory through 8 p.m. Wednesday.

As the race for Michigan governor intensifies, affordability has emerged as one of the defining issues for voters.

Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff has been named an assistant coach for USA Basketball, joining a staff led by Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra.

Michigan Democratic voters were asked in a recent poll how they felt about the 2026 U.S. Senate primary election in the state.

Michigan health officials are urging residents to avoid bagged lettuce and salad mixes while investigators work to identify the source of a cyclospora outbreak that has sickened thousands of people in the state and more than 5,000 nationwide.

SMART is deploying cooling buses at 6 locations in Metro Detroit available to the public as a free, air-conditioned space to cool down, stay hydrated, and find relief from extreme heat.

Infections from the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora are surging, with 2026 already the nation's worst year for reported cases.

The closures span multiple counties in Michigan, including Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Monroe, Kent, Grand Traverse and Saginaw counties.

The Gordie Howe Bridge is set to open July 27.

Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan have jumped to more than 3,300 cases, state health officials reported on Tuesday.

Afternoon temperatures will soar into the upper 90s, while oppressive humidity will push heat index values above 100 degrees today and Wednesday.

A man from Cadillac was convicted by a Wexford County jury for sexually abusing a 5-year-old minor between 2018 and 2019.

A 12-year-old girl and a 31-year-old woman suffered serious injuries after they were attacked by three dogs in Hillsdale County, according to the Michigan State Police.

Michigan Wolverines guard L.J. Cason is entering the transfer portal following former head coach Dusty May’s departure for the Dallas Mavericks, according to reports.

A 4Warn Weather Alert is in effect as dangerous heat returns to Southeast Michigan, with what is expected to become the region’s second heat wave of July. A heat advisory will be in effect for Tuesday afternoon and evening.

There’s a new push to protect vulnerable patients in Michigan’s five mental health hospitals.

Michigan is preparing to spend a record $22.9 billion on K-12 education during the next school year, marking the largest school aid budget in state history.

Several Michigan lawmakers are backing new legislation to quiet some of the state’s noisiest roads by cracking down on loud and illegal exhaust systems.

Michigan health officials are investigating a growing outbreak of cyclosporiasis that has sickened 2,640 people, with early evidence pointing to lettuce or salad greens as a possible source.

The FBI is offering a reward of up to $15,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of the person or people responsible for the death of a newborn infant whose body was discovered during the Electric Forest Music Festival in western Michigan.

Glen Rice, one of the greatest players in University of Michigan basketball history, was selected as one of six inductees into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026, becoming the third Michigan Wolverines player to earn the honor.

A once-in-a-generation air show combines military spectacle, WWII history, and America's 250th birthday

Candidates in the 2026 Michigan gubernatorial race, Democrat and Republican, had a chance to talk to Local 4 on their priorities and visions if elected as governor.

‘Nothing says change like the last two senators trying to pick the next one,’ a spokesperson for El-Sayed’s campaign said Monday.

The FBI is now offering a reward for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of anyone who was involved in the death of a newborn baby at a West Michigan music festival.

A Brighton man will serve two years’ probation for falsifying water safety records for private water systems at several Michigan mobile home parks.

Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan have risen to 2,640, and state health officials are still working to identify the source of the outbreak.

Gas prices across Michigan have remained below $4 for the past week, going down about a penny since last Monday, according to AAA.

Visitors to Michigan’s only national park will be unable to stay at the Three Mile Campground this month due to ongoing wolf activity, officials announced last week.

Alpha-gal syndrome, sometimes called red meat allergy or tick bite meat allergy, can have an impact far beyond what’s on someone’s dinner plate.

An Extreme Heat Watch has been issued for all of Southeast Michigan from noon to 8 p.m. Tuesday as dangerously hot and humid conditions are expected to develop across the region.

Retiring Michigan Sen. Gary Peters is endorsing U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens to succeed him.

U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell, Michigan Democrat has released a statement for the passing of U.S. Senator Lindsay Graham, South Carolina Republican.

If you already enjoy the Metroparks system in Southeast Michigan, now is the time to share your thoughts on what would make some of the parks even better.

Renewable energy allies are trying to ensure that massive data centers will be powered by climate-friendly sources.

As cyclosporiasis cases continue to rise rapidly in Michigan, state health officials and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have provided precautionary tips while the investigation into the direct cause of the parasitic illness is ongoing.

The family of a Southgate man in need of a kidney transplant has launched a GoFundMe fundraiser to help cover travel costs as he works to get back on the transplant list after a medical setback.

After scattered showers and thunderstorms interrupted parts of Friday afternoon and evening, Southeast Michigan is heading toward a much quieter weekend with sunshine, comfortable temperatures and plenty of opportunities to enjoy outdoor events.

Lost food in Michigan’s recent power outage? SNAP recipients have 10 days to request replacement benefits.

The University of Michigan has named Mike Boynton Jr.head coach of the men’s basketball team, athletic director Warde Manuel announced Friday.

The University of Michigan has named Mike Boynton Jr.head coach of the men’s basketball team, athletic director Warde Manuel announced Friday.

Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan have risen to more than 1,500 on Friday.

It’s been a week since the Michigan Legislature passed the state budget, and for parents and educators, there is a lot to know about what’s in it for schools.

After an active stretch of weather, Metro Detroit is settling into a more comfortable summer pattern heading into the weekend.