Friday, October 10th, 2025
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The Tigers will face the Mariners in Seattle in a winner-take-all Game 5 tonight at 8:08 p.m. Eastern on Fox. Check out the preview here and read more in Top Stories.
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Top Stories
President Trump Reconsidering $500 Million GM Subsidy: Report
President Trump is reportedly considering axing a $500 million grant to convert the General Motors Lansing Grand River Assembly plant to produce electric vehicles, according to multiple outlets.
The report arose after a document was reportedly circulated on Capitol Hill that showed up to $800 million in Michigan-related grants on the chopping block.
If true, the cut would follow the Trump Administration’s elimination of several EV subsidies, including the $7500 tax credit that expired on September 30th. You can read more on the potential cut here.
Supreme Court Hears Illegal Immigrant Workers’ Compensation Case
The Michigan Supreme Court heard oral arguments from The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center, which is suing Governor Gretchen Whitmer over her policy that denied worker’s compensation to illegal immigrants injured on the job.
The “Immigrant Rights” organization is suing Gov. Whitmer based on harms caused to the organization by the policy, not the individual illegal immigrants. Governor Whitmer’s lawyers argued the case should be dismissed, citing a state law that requires actions be brought within one year of the occurence of any harm.
A ruling is expected to be made in the coming months. You can read more on the case here.
Tigers Face Mariners in Winner-Take-All Game 5
The Tigers are set to face the Mariners in a winner-take-all Game 5 of the ALDS in Seattle tonight at 8:08 p.m. Eastern.
Cy Young-favorite Tarik Skubal will take the mound for the Tigers, and will be seeking his first win against the Mariners this season. George Kirby will get the nod for the Mariners, coming into the game with a 3.60 ERA so far this postseason.
Detroit is seeking its first appearance in the ALCS since facing the Boston Red Sox in 2013. You can read a full preview of tonight’s matchup here.
Around the Mitten
Downtown Detroit: Construction was completed on Hudson’s Detroit office building which includes 400,000 square feet of modern office space and a 12-story atrium. (See Photos)
Grand Rapids: Local officials and Mr. Monopoly himself gathered at John Ball Zoo Thursday to unveil a Grand Rapids version of the best-selling game that features local landmarks and businesses. (See Photos)
Sterling Heights: A new 100,000-square-foot skilled trades training facility opened that will train students pursuing a career in carpentry, electrical work, HVAC, and welding. (More)
Statewide: Hunters Feeding Michigan donated a record-breaking 140,000 pound of venison this year to help feed those in need. (More)
Niles: A man was arrested for spray painting a racial slur on the side of In the Cut Barber Shop. (More)
Sports
The Red Wings outshot the Montreal Canadiens 31-17, but still lost their inaugural match by a score of 5-1. (See Box Score)
The 2026 Banana Ball World Tour, a now-six team league that includes the Savannah Bananas, will be stopping in Detroit on September 18th and 19th next year. (Details)
No. 15 Michigan Football is set to face off against USC Saturday as a 2.5-point underdog with playoff implications on the line. (See Preview)