Morning Roundup: Ukraine Attack, Michigan Budget Approved, Senate Race Changes & Sports Update

Here's a look at the stories making headlines today.

Deadly Attack on Kyiv

Russian missiles and drones struck Kyiv early today, killing at least 11 people in one of the latest attacks on Ukraine's capital. The strike comes just days after the deadliest assault on the city this year.

The attack also comes ahead of a NATO summit in Turkey, where President Donald Trump is expected to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in an effort to renew talks aimed at ending the war.

Michigan Budget Headed to Governor

Michigan lawmakers have approved an approximately $85 billion state budget, sending the spending plan to Governor Gretchen Whitmer for her signature after missing the state's July 1 budget deadline.

The 2026-27 fiscal year budget will fund state government operations, K-12 schools, community colleges, and public universities beginning October 1.

Senate Race Narrows

Mallory McMorrow has suspended her campaign for the U.S. Senate, leaving just two Democrats in the primary race.

The remaining candidates are Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed. McMorrow has represented Michigan's 8th Senate District since 2019.

Health Alert: Cyclosporiasis Cases Rise

Michigan health officials are reporting a sharp increase in cases of Cyclosporiasis.

According to the state Department of Health, reported cases have climbed to 572, more than tripling from 170 reported just one week ago.

Sports Headlines

England ended Mexico's World Cup run with a 3-2 victory and will face Norway in the quarterfinals on July 11 in Miami.

Tonight, the United States takes on Belgium in a Round of 16 World Cup matchup in Seattle with a spot in the quarterfinals on the line.

In baseball, the Detroit Tigers defeated the Texas Rangers 6-3.

The Great Lakes Loons blanked the Fort Wayne TinCaps 5-0 and return to Dow Diamond tomorrow to begin a series against the Dayton Dragons.

Mid-Michigan Forecast

Expect plenty of sunshine and comfortable summer weather over the next few days.

• Today: Sunny and breezy with a high near 83.

• Tonight: Clear with lows around 60.

• Tuesday: Sunny and warmer with a high near 86.

• Wednesday: Mostly sunny and hot with highs approaching 89.

Stay with us for more local news, weather, sports, and trending stories throughout the day.