The state says there's help available
In today's newsletter, which cities were the most and least violent in 2022, son’s free throws leave Tom Izzo emotional and the weekend weather. |
Happy Friday! Here's what to know. |
If you happen to be out after sunset this weekend, look up for a Halloween treat: Big, bright Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system, will be visible very near the full Hunter’s Moon. According to the Department of Transportation’s schedule for Friday, Oct. 27, through Sunday, Oct. 29, there are 65 road, lane and ramp closures on tap for the weekend. That includes work on major highways like I-75, I-94 and U.S. 127. Morning Briefing will take a quick break Monday, we'll be back in your inbox on Tuesday. |
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Michigan native Rebecca DeGroot showed off her incredible pumpkin-carving skills on the Food Network's "Outrageous Pumpkins" show this fall. The 33-year-old Hesperia native who now lives in Houston, Texas, appears on Season 4 of the show. (Photo provided by Rebecca DeGroot) |
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Michigan counties must prep for new recycling laws; state says help available |
Be prepared: State environmental regulators are encouraging communities to begin updating their recycling plans now because it won’t be long before it’s legally required. Background: Michigan’s statewide recycling rate lagged the nation at 19% in 2019 but is now about 21%. The national average is 34 percent. A 45% recycling rate by 2030 is one of the state’s climate goals. Asking for your help: The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is raising awareness after nearly a thousand birds, including warblers from Michigan, died after crashing into a building in Chicago. |
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Which Michigan cities were most, least violent in 2022 |
As a state, Michigan law enforcement agencies reported fewer cases of violent crime to the FBI in 2022 compared to the previous two years. Violent crimes listed in the annual FBI report include homicide, rape, aggravated assault, and robbery. Find yours: Here is a searchable database of violent and property crime totals for hundreds of Michigan cities and townships. More in public interest: Have you ever wanted to drive a Model T? Here’s your chance. |
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Whitmer: Financial reporting for politicians’ spouses could be ‘held against’ female candidates |
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she looks forward to reviewing and signing off on a series of financial disclosure bills when they reach her desk, even as concerns continue over the package lacking both useful enforcement mechanisms and reporting requirements for politicians’ spouse. With a deadline looming,a public rift has emerged among Democrats as Michigan lawmakers wrestle with how much information their own financial disclosures should provide the public. Also in politics: After introducing a rent control bill, a Michigan lawmaker is facing a $6,000 rent hike. |
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Son’s free throws leave Michigan State’s Tom Izzo emotional |
A wonderful moment: Steven Izzo made two free throws in Michigan State's 85-43 exhibition win over Hillsdale. On the bench, Tom Izzo could be seen with tears in his eyes. Updates: Mel Tucker plans to appeal a university hearing officer’s decision that he sexually harassed Brenda Tracy. A new report says Michigan football planned to spend more than $15,000 on improper scouting and Aidan Hutchinson weighed in on the sign-stealing saga. Mailbag time: MLive’s Dungeon of Doom podcast is back to answer all your questions ahead of the busy week leading into Monday Night Football against the Las Vegas Raiders. |
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You’re not imagining things. Halloween weather is usually nasty in Michigan. |
Looking at the numbers: If you felt crazy yesterday when I mentioned the nasty forecast for Tuesday, you're not. Our meteorologist Mark Torregrossa dove into the data and found more often than not, we have some precipitation on Oct. 31. If you like percentages, we’ve had wet weather on Halloween between 60 percent of the time in some cities and 80 percent of the time in other cities. Upcoming forecast: The good news is rain won't ruin this weekend. However, it will be cooler Saturday and downright chilly Sunday. |
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Thanks for joining me today on this edition of the Morning Briefing. All weekend long, you can find the latest Michigan news at MLive.com. While you're there, consider becoming a subscriber. Have a good weekend! — Jamie Rewerts |
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