Morning News Podcast: Thursday, March 8th

Michigan’s House of Representatives voted Wednesday evening to repeal the state’s Right to Work law, passed by Republicans in 20-13 during former Governor Rick Snyder’s administration. If it passes the Senate and Governor Gretchen Whitmer approves it, the measure will restore labor union’s rights to charge dues to people they represent. Democrats say it restores the right to union representation. Republicans say it would stifle competition and suffocate economic development.

Brace yourself for at least one more round of snow as spring nears. Expect wet heavy snow overnight tonight and during the morning rush hour tomorrow. Temperatures will hover near the freezing mark during the night. Stay weather aware for the next 24 to 30 hours.

The CEO of American Airlines tells pilots that they will match recent pay increases at Delta. Delta’s pilots ratified a four-year contract last week with 34% in cumulative raises. CEO Robert Isom promised the “same profit-sharing formula” to American’s pilots in a Tuesday message, as well as better scheduling. With airlines profitable again after the pandemic, workers are trying to make up for lost wages.

Conference tournaments continue in college basketball this week, leading up to selection Sunday, when the NCAA Tournament field will be announced. In the Big Ten last night, Ohio State over Wisconsin, 65-57, and Minnesota downed Nebraska, 78-75. Today, Michigan leads off the day at noon against Rutgers, the first of four games.

In the ACC, quarterfinals are today, leading off with Wake Forest against Miami at noon.

NBA: the Chicago Bulls won at Denver, 117-96. Tonight, the Pacers host Houston in Indy, and the Pistons take on Charlotte in Detroit.

In hockey: the Redwings edged the Chicago Blackhawks in Detroit, 4-to-3.

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