Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
Good morning, Southfield.
Spirit Airlines ended operations over the weekend, leaving 300 Metro Detroit flight attendants jobless and unsure of receiving their final paychecks, while union leaders urge federal action to secure earned benefits and healthcare coverage.
Local customers also face travel disruptions amid ongoing refund delays.
AAA reported Michigan gas prices remained stable over the weekend, with Monday’s regular unleaded averaging $4.85 — up 83 cents from last week and much higher than $3.20 a year ago; a round trip from Detroit to Mackinaw City would cost roughly $103.95 in gas.
MDOT closed the westbound I-696 ramp to Lahser Road plus M-10 and Telegraph from 9 a.m. Monday through summer, forcing drivers to use detours and face heavy delays.
Motorists reported slow traffic as they rerouted via local exits.
Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal was placed on the injured list after feeling elbow discomfort during his start in Atlanta on Sunday.
He underwent a scan and is set for surgery (to remove loose bodies from his left elbow) with no return timeline announced.
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