Mid-Michigan News: Bay City Bridge Investigation Request, M-58 Reopening Target and Tigers Rookie of the Year

Here's a look at what's happening across the country and right here in Mid-Michigan.

Massie Pushes for Impeachment Vote Against Defense Secretary

Republican Congressman Thomas Massie is moving to force a House vote on impeaching U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Massie has introduced eight articles of impeachment, accusing Hegseth of illegally waging war without congressional authorization and abusing his powers. Massie is expected to have some Republican support. Under House rules, the vote would have to take place no later than tomorrow.

Bay City Commission Wants Attorney General to Investigate Bridge Company

The Bay City Commission has voted 6-to-2 to support Mayor Chris Girard's request for Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel to investigate Bay City Bridge Partners. The company operates the Independence and Liberty Bridges. The mayor wants the Attorney General's office to examine whether the company's tolling and collection practices comply with Michigan law.

M-58 Reopening Targeted for Late Next Week

There's some progress to report on the long-running M-58 construction project. Eastbound M-58 has been closed since May 2025 between Bay Street and Avalon Avenue for a $13 million project to rebuild just over a mile of roadway. MDOT says all lanes of one-way traffic in both directions should be available soon. A full reopening date hasn't been announced, but the department is targeting late next week.

Detroit Tigers Rookie Wins American League Rookie of the Year

Congratulations to Detroit Tigers infielder Kevin McKonical, who has been named the American League Rookie of the Year by Major League Baseball. He received 28 of 30 first-place votes.

In other sports, the Detroit Pistons defeated the Washington Wizards 122-to-111. And on Monday Night Football, the Buffalo Bills beat the Minnesota Vikings 23-to-6.

Mid-Michigan Weather

Enjoy the sunshine today! We're looking at sunny skies with a high near 60.

Tonight, clouds will increase and temperatures will drop to around 35.

For Veterans Day tomorrow, expect cloudy skies with a 50% chance of rain between 1 and 3 p.m. The high will be around 50.

Thursday will be cloudy and windy, with a 50% chance of rain before 1 p.m. The high will only reach about 44.