Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder speaks at the Mackinac Policy Conference on May 29, 2012.
Good morning Michigan. It's
beginning to look a lot like Christmas… two days after Christmas. Sigh.
TODAY'S TOP TALKERS
Politico: Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder one of '13 people to watch in politics in 2013': Gov. Rick Snyder stepped into the national spotlight at the end of 2012. He may want to get comfortable with the glare.
Tim Skubick: Gov. Snyder reveals his conversation with President Barack Obama: The president reportedly spoke with the governor this month and told him he was not happy with Right to Work. Snyder thanked him for sharing, but proceeded to sign the legislation.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE READING
Genesee County sheriff says fireplace blockage may have allowed carbon monoxide buildup: Authorities suspect the blockage may have led to the fatal carbon monoxide poisoning of a family of three on Christmas day. Consumers Energy said the house tested negative three hours after the tragic discovery.
Husband, wife wake to find man in bedroom during home invasion: An Albion couple experienced many homeowners worst nightmare yesterday morning, waking up to find a stranger in their bedroom going through their possessions.
SPORTS NIGHT
Ryan Radcliff's late touchdown to Cody Wilson propels Central Michigan to Little Caesars Pizza Bowl win over Western Kentucky: Score one for the "home" team, as the Chippewas secured their first winning season, bowl game and bowl win under coach Dan Enos.
Detroit Pistons' furious comeback from 22 points down falls short in 2-OT loss to Atlanta Hawks: Will Bynum led the comeback by scoring 26 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter and two overtimes, but the Pistons rally ended like so many of their games: in defeat.
WEATHER REPORT
Weather update for morning commute: The storm tapered off overnight across most of Michigan, but you'll still want to leave early if you're driving to work as the wind will continue to blow. Mid-Michigan is expected to see a few more flurries and a high of 30 degrees. Check your local forecast on the MLive weather page.
QUESTION OF THE DAY
How much snow did you get? While the forecast called for Southeast Michigan to get several inches, West Michigan and other parts of the state were hit surprisingly hard. Tell us how much snow your neighborhood got and how you are coping with the aftermath.
Jonathan Oosting is a reporter for MLive Media Group's statewide news team. Email him at joosting@mlive.com or follow at twitter.com/jonathanoosting.
