Mid-Michigan News: Lula Wins Historic Fourth Term, Vance Heads to Michigan, and Midland Wants Your Ideas
From a historic election in Brazil to a major political rally in Michigan, plus plans that could change a familiar Midland roadway, here's what's happening around the world and right here in Mid-Michigan.
Brazil's Lula Wins a Historic Fourth Presidential Term
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has won a fourth presidential term after a closely contested election.
Lula received approximately 51.8% of the vote, defeating Senator Flávio Bolsonaro. The result marks a historic victory, although Bolsonaro had not conceded as of Monday. Lula is expected to take office for his new term in January 2027.
https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/brazils-lula-hangs-his-final-term-promises-be-toughest-yet-2026-10-26/" title="Read more from Reuters"/>.Trump Administration Adjusts Tariffs on Canadian Products
The Trump administration is making changes to its trade policies involving Canada.
Several Canadian products, including plywood, certain paper products, machinery and refrigeration equipment, are being removed from a list of goods subject to additional tariffs. The White House says the changes are scheduled to take effect October 30.
https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2026/10/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-further-modifies-canadian-products-subject-to-tariffs-under-section-338/" title="Read the White House announcement"/>.Vice President JD Vance Returning to Michigan
Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to return to Michigan Tuesday for a Republican midterm campaign rally in Howell.
The event is planned for noon at CHI Aviation, with doors opening at 10 a.m. The visit comes one week before Election Day, with Vance making another stop in the state after visiting Michigan earlier this month.
https://events.gop.com/events/midterm-rally-in-howell-mi-vance" title="See rally details"/>.Midland Residents Can Weigh In on Downtown-Area Redevelopment
The City of Midland wants to hear from residents about the next phase of its Center City Redevelopment Plan.
An open house is scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the Midland Board of Realtors, located at 94 Ashman Circle.
Residents will be able to review design options, renderings and concepts for the next phase of improvements along South Saginaw Road, between Dartmouth Drive and Ashman Circle. City staff and project representatives will be available to answer questions.
Public feedback will help shape the final designs before they're presented to Midland City Council.
If you travel through that area regularly, this is a chance to see what's being considered and share your thoughts before the plans are finalized.
https://www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/5549" title="Get the details from the City of Midland"/>.Sports: Pistons Get the Win
The Detroit Pistons picked up a victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, winning 106 to 93.
The Detroit Red Wings are set to face the Edmonton Oilers tonight at 9:30 p.m.
In the NFL, the Seattle Seahawks defeated the Kansas City Chiefs, 20 to 3. Monday Night Football features the Dallas Cowboys taking on the Philadelphia Eagles.
And in baseball, Game 3 of the World Series is on the schedule, with the Tampa Bay Rays hosting the Milwaukee Brewers. Milwaukee enters the game leading the series two games to none.
Mid-Michigan Weather
Patchy fog is possible before 10 a.m., followed by mostly cloudy skies and a high near 58 degrees.
Tonight will be partly cloudy, with temperatures dropping below 40.
Tuesday brings partly sunny skies and a high around 60, while Wednesday looks warmer, with partly sunny conditions and temperatures reaching approximately 71 degrees.
