Morning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day. So, let’s get to the news.

‘No Kings’ protests scheduled across Metro Detroit Saturday, here’s what to know

Another round of “No Kings” protests is scheduled to happen across the country this weekend, including several in Metro Detroit.

Thousands of “No Kings” demonstrations are set to take place on Saturday, Oct. 18, to protest against the Trump administration’s policies.

This comes after nationwide “No Kings” demonstrations were held on June 14 to protest against President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington, D.C.

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Police recover kidnapped victim after Belle Isle tip leads to traffic stop

Detroit police recovered a kidnapped victim after a Belle Isle tip led to a traffic stop.

The incident occurred on Friday (Oct. 17) when police said they were alerted by the Detroit Regional Communication Center about a possible body being dumped on Belle Isle near Lakeside Street and Lucerne Drive.

Police said a suspect vehicle, described as a silver Ford Focus, was seen by a Metro South sergeant leaving the island.

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Michigan football looks to rebound in home matchup against Washington in crucial conference showdown

The Michigan Wolverines and Washington Huskies will meet for the 16th time in their football rivalry, with Saturday being the 11th contest played during the regular season.

Michigan holds a 9-6 advantage in the all-time series, including wins in three of the last four games between the two programs.

The Huskies won last season’s matchup 27-17 at Husky Stadium, marking their first meeting as Big Ten conference opponents.

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Foot chase through cornfield ends in arrest after motorcycle theft investigation

A man fled into a cornfield and was captured after police found a stolen motorcycle in Monroe County.

The incident occurred on Friday (Oct. 17) at 2:30 p.m. in the area of Samaria Road and Sylvania-Petersburg Road.

Deputies said they were dispatched to the area to search for the motorcycle stolen from Toledo, Ohio.

While searching, police said they located the stolen motorcycle parked at a residence in the 6800 block of Samaria Road.

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Weather: Wicked weekend weather with rain & storms; gusty winds expected in Metro Detroit

After a dry end of the week with plenty of sunshine, cloud cover has worked into the region overnight and into early on Saturday morning, and we have got a wet weekend shaping up for all of Southeastern Michigan.

While we start the day dry on Saturday, we will watch rain showers, move into the region by the afternoon and evening hours. A few thunderstorms are also possible Saturday night overnight into early on Sunday morning.

The Rev. Solomon Kinloch Jr., a Detroit mayoral candidate, on Friday walked back statements he made earlier in the week that he supports the limited use of National Guard troops in Detroit.

Speaking as part of an event hosted by the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce at the Soundstage at MotorCity Casino Hotel, Kinloch tried to clarify comments he made during a debate on Wednesday with his opponent, Mary Sheffield.

“I didn’t say National Guard, I said law enforcement,” Kinloch said Friday in an interview with Fox 2 Detroit journalist Roop Raj.

Kinloch was addressing statements he made during the Wednesday night televised debate, when both candidates were asked if they would “welcome” the National Guard to Detroit, the controversial tactic President Donald Trump is using in some Democrat-led cities, including Chicago, Memphis and Portland, Oregon.

• More than 26,000 runners are registered for the 48th annual Detroit Free Press Marathon weekend, Oct. 17-19.
• The event features eight sold-out races —including two international border crossings— parties, live music, food and tens of thousands of spectators.

The largest international race in North America returns to Detroit this weekend — and crosses into Windsor.

The 48th annual Detroit Free Press Marathon, presented by MSU Federal Credit Union, will send runners over the Ambassador Bridge into Canada and back through the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel, rain or shine.

The marathon weekend runs Oct. 17-19 and features eight sold-out races, two international border crossings, live music, food and tens of thousands of spectators. More than 26,000 participants are registered this year.

Sunday’s races — the Marathon, International Half, Motor City Half and Marathon Relay — sold out faster than ever before, organizers said. The event also includes Saturday’s 5K, 1-Mile Presented by Precision Garage Door, Kids Marathon Presented by Priority Health, and Meijer Little Detroit Dash.

Marathon weekend schedule and events

The weekend begins with the free Health and Fitness Expo at Huntington Place, open from 1-7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18. The event features Detroit Free Press Marathon apparel and vendors offering the latest in running shoes, clothing, nutrition, technology and more.

Other weekend highlights include the official warm-up party Friday at Chalet 313 in Campus Martius, from 7–9 p.m., and the Blessing of the Sneakers service Saturday at 5 p.m. at Ss. Peter & Paul Jesuit Church.

Race start times:

• Saturday, Oct. 18:
  • 1-mile: 8:25 a.m.
  • 5K: 8:50 a.m.
  • Meijer Little Detroit Dash: 10:05 a.m.
  • Kids marathon: 10:15 a.m.
• Sunday, Oct. 19:
  • Gear check: opens at 5:30 a.m. at Monroe Street and Woodward Avenue.
  • International marathon: 7 a.m. (Adaptive athletes start at 6:58 a.m.)
  • International half-marathon: 7 a.m.
  • Marathon relay: 7 a.m.
  • Motor City half-marathon: 10:30 a.m.
  • Awards ceremony: 11 a.m.
  • After party “Conquered” at Campus Martius: 8 a.m.–3 p.m.