College Football Playoff Debate: Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti says expanding the playoff would make the regular season better and help prevent “September” chaos—if teams embrace tougher nonconference schedules. Local Sports Calendar: A busy week kicks off with high school football and volleyball, plus plenty of prep and college matchups to watch across Michigan. Detroit-Area Public Safety: Saginaw officials face public comment after videos show officers striking a woman; the department is running an internal review while Michigan State Police investigate. Music & Radio: WLAV’s longtime morning host Michelle McKormick signed off after 15 years, marking a major change for Grand Rapids listeners. Health Watch: Michigan confirmed its first eastern equine encephalitis case in a domestic animal this year in Clare County. Sports Bar Upgrade: Lodi’s Brick House revamps its lounge with more TVs, sports memorabilia, and a Wall of Fame. Lottery Buzz: A Kentwood woman won $1 million on a Michigan Lottery Bonus Scratch Multiplier ticket. Entertainment Business: Trump endorsed a federal production incentive for film and TV, aiming to keep more Hollywood work in the U.S.