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Baltimore bridge tragedy raises concerns -- Are Michiganโs bridges vulnerable?
Read full article: Baltimore bridge tragedy raises concerns -- Are Michiganโs bridges vulnerable?The Detroit River is one of the busiest rivers for commercial shipping on the planet and having hundreds of freighters come through every week is something officials have planned for.
Driver arrested at Blue Water Bridge after officials find 84 bricks of cocaine inside truck
Read full article: Driver arrested at Blue Water Bridge after officials find 84 bricks of cocaine inside truckA driver was arrested at the Blue Water Bridge after officials found 84 bricks of suspected cocaine inside his truck, they said.
2 arrested after 89 bricks (100 kg) of suspected cocaine found in semi crossing Blue Water Bridge
Read full article: 2 arrested after 89 bricks (100 kg) of suspected cocaine found in semi crossing Blue Water BridgeThe driver and passenger of a semi truck crossing the Blue Water Bridge from Michigan to Canada were arrested after officials found 89 bricks of suspected cocaine in the trailer.
Canadian truck driver arrested for trying to leave Michigan with 188 bricks of cocaine
Read full article: Canadian truck driver arrested for trying to leave Michigan with 188 bricks of cocaineA Canadian truck driver was arrested for trying to enter Canada from Michigan while transporting 188 bricks of cocaine, officials said.
4 arrested after ecstasy, 348 pounds of marijuana seized from truck that crossed into Michigan
Read full article: 4 arrested after ecstasy, 348 pounds of marijuana seized from truck that crossed into MichiganFour people were arrested after 348 pounds of marijuana and 24 pounds of ecstasy were seized from a truck that crossed the Blue Water Bridge into Michigan, officials said.
Man drowns after jumping into heavy current to set anchors while boating with wife in Port Huron
Read full article: Man drowns after jumping into heavy current to set anchors while boating with wife in Port HuronA Michigan manโs body was found just south of the Blue Water Bridge after he jumped into the water to set his anchors while boating with his wife and got pulled away by a heavy current, police said.
Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau invokes emergency powers due to protests on Ambassador Bridge
Read full article: Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau invokes emergency powers due to protests on Ambassador BridgeAt the Blue Water Bridge connecting Port Huron and Sarnia, truckers have been waiting for two hours to cross into Michigan for much of Monday (Feb.14).Protesters gathered there Saturday after a week that saw traffic at the bridge double because of the Ambassador Bridge closure.
Live Updates: Day 6 of US-Canada border trucker blockade; Police working to remove protesters
Read full article: Live Updates: Day 6 of US-Canada border trucker blockade; Police working to remove protestersProtesters are beginning to clear the blockade at the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor Saturday morning as police move in following days of disrupted travel and trade between the U.S. and Canada.
Nightside Report Feb. 11, 2022: Monitoring protests at Ambassador Bridge; Bridge blockade taking its toll on automakers, Michiganโs economy
Read full article: Nightside Report Feb. 11, 2022: Monitoring protests at Ambassador Bridge; Bridge blockade taking its toll on automakers, Michiganโs economyHere are tonight's top stories.
Live Updates: Day 5 of US-Canada border trucker blockade; Ontario declares emergency
Read full article: Live Updates: Day 5 of US-Canada border trucker blockade; Ontario declares emergencyAs demonstrations by truck drivers protesting Canadaโs COVID-19 vaccine mandate stretch into its fifth day, wreaking havoc at the US-Canada border, Windsor officials are hoping a court gives them the power to physically remove protestors.
Live Updates: Day 4 of trucker protests at US-Canada border; Michigan Gov. calls for end
Read full article: Live Updates: Day 4 of trucker protests at US-Canada border; Michigan Gov. calls for endAs demonstrations by truck drivers protesting Canadaโs COVID-19 vaccine mandate stretches into its fourth day, itโs disrupting Michiganโs economy, including the automotive industry, manufacturing, agriculture and more, according to the governor.
Windsor mayor hopes for peaceful end to Ambassador Bridge shutdown
Read full article: Windsor mayor hopes for peaceful end to Ambassador Bridge shutdownTrucks are lining up in Port Huron because for the third day in a row protesters have managed to shut down the Ambassador Bridge crossing into Canada.
Blue Water Bridge traffic backed up more than 10 miles as protests at Ambassador Bridge continue
Read full article: Blue Water Bridge traffic backed up more than 10 miles as protests at Ambassador Bridge continueProtesters continue to block traffic on the Ambassador Bridge into Canada and the impact is being felt for miles.
COVID-19 truck blockade in Canada shuts down Ford plant
Read full article: COVID-19 truck blockade in Canada shuts down Ford plantA blockade of the bridge between Canada and Detroit by protesters demanding an end to Canadaโs COVID-19 restrictions has forced the shutdown of a Ford plant and is beginning to have broader implications on the North American auto industry.
Live stream: Windsor mayor addresses Ambassador Bridge backups amid protests
Read full article: Live stream: Windsor mayor addresses Ambassador Bridge backups amid protestsThe mayor of the city of Windsor in Ontario, Canada held a news conference Wednesday afternoon to address COVID-related protests that have shut down travel on the Ambassador Bridge.
US-bound traffic now fully open on Ambassador Bridge; traffic into Canada still closed
Read full article: US-bound traffic now fully open on Ambassador Bridge; traffic into Canada still closedTraffic from Canada into the United States is now fully open on the Ambassador Bridge, while traffic in the opposite direction remains closed.
Aerial video shows trucks backed up for miles and miles at Blue Water Bridge to Canada
Read full article: Aerial video shows trucks backed up for miles and miles at Blue Water Bridge to CanadaAerial video from the border of Michigan and Canada shows trucks backed up for miles and miles as they wait to cross the Blue Water Bridge.
COVID vaccination required for non US travelers entering country by land, ferry
Read full article: COVID vaccination required for non US travelers entering country by land, ferryBeginning Saturday, Jan. 22, individuals who are traveling into the United States by land or by ferry will be required to show proof that they are fully vaccinated for COVID, unless they are a U.S. citizen.
Ontario shuts schools, indoor dining, gyms amid infections
Read full article: Ontario shuts schools, indoor dining, gyms amid infectionsAll schools in Canadaโs most populous province will be shut down and move to online learning because of a record number of coronavirus infections fueled by the ultra-contagious omicron variant.
Florida woman crossing Blue Water Bridge into Canada caught with dozens of illegal guns
Read full article: Florida woman crossing Blue Water Bridge into Canada caught with dozens of illegal gunsA Florida woman is facing several charges after reportedly attempting to smuggle dozens of illegal guns into Canada earlier this month.
Travel between US, Canada blocked at Ambassador Bridge over explosives threat
Read full article: Travel between US, Canada blocked at Ambassador Bridge over explosives threatTraffic moving between the United States and Canada has been blocked on the Ambassador Bridge Monday morning amid a police investigation.
St. Clair County Health Department suspends COVID-19 rapid PCR testing for travelers
Read full article: St. Clair County Health Department suspends COVID-19 rapid PCR testing for travelersThe St. Clair County Health Department is suspending COVID-19 rapid PCR testing for Canadian and other travelers "due to limitations in testing supplies" the department announced Wednesday.
Agreement reached in strike that caused delays at Canadian border
Read full article: Agreement reached in strike that caused delays at Canadian borderOfficials said an agreement has been reached following a strike by Canadian border workers that caused massive freeway backups Friday on I-75 and I-94.
Strike at Canadian border causes massive traffic backup on Michigan freeways
Read full article: Strike at Canadian border causes massive traffic backup on Michigan freewaysโUnfortunately, this is a very perishable industry. Itโs commodity dependent and we have commodities that are sensitive enough that we start seeing diminished quality,โ said Bill Loupee. We donโt have time to have trucks to sit at the border for 24-48 hours. Itโs just not an option.โ
Blue Water Bridge temporarily closed amid suspicious container investigation in Port Huron
Read full article: Blue Water Bridge temporarily closed amid suspicious container investigation in Port HuronThe Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron is temporarily closed Thursday as authorities investigate a suspicious container found nearby.
Blue Water Bridge temporarily closed amid suspicious container investigation in Port Huron
Read full article: Blue Water Bridge temporarily closed amid suspicious container investigation in Port HuronThe Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron is temporarily closed Thursday as authorities investigate a suspicious container found nearby.
US-Canada travel restrictions remain in place during Memorial Day Weekend
Read full article: US-Canada travel restrictions remain in place during Memorial Day WeekendThe Canada Border Services Agency is reminding residents that travel restrictions along the US-Canada Border will remain in place until at least June 21.
Over half ton of marijuana seized from trash hauler at Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron
Read full article: Over half ton of marijuana seized from trash hauler at Blue Water Bridge in Port HuronDETROIT โ On Sunday, Oct. 18 at around 11:15 p.m., the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations Officers at the Blue Water Bridge encountered a driver operating a trash hauler. The driver declared he was transporting municipal trash destined for a landfill in New Boston, Michigan to CBP. During the exam of the hauler, officers uncovered over 1,000 pounds of marijuana concealed in trash bags in the rear of truck. โTraffickers will use any means to attempt to transport illegal narcotics across our borders,โ said Acting Port Director April Donaghy, who oversees operations at the Port Huron Area Port of Entry. In Fiscal Year 2020, CBP Field Operations seized more than 9,000 pounds of marijuana at ports of entry across the state.
Despite travel restrictions, more than 80 guns seized at Michigan ports of entry this year
Read full article: Despite travel restrictions, more than 80 guns seized at Michigan ports of entry this yearDETROIT Since COVID-19 travel restrictions began March 21, U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents at Michigan ports of entry have seized more weapons than they did in all of 2019. That includes pistols, revolvers, rifles, shotguns and more. With so many weapons seized at the border with restricted travel, Local 4 Defenders want to know how could this be happening? In 2019, only 62 firearms were seized. So far this year, 81 firearms and 4,000 rounds of ammunition have been seized during a period of restricted travel due to COVID-19.
Customs and Border Protection seize more than half ton of marijuana at Blue Water Bridge
Read full article: Customs and Border Protection seize more than half ton of marijuana at Blue Water BridgePORT HURON, Mich. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office of Field Operations Officers at the Blue Water Bridge seized more than a half ton of marijuana from an Ontario plated commercial truck on Monday. The truck was believed to be carrying office furniture to locations in Michigan. CBP officers investigated and uncovered more than 1,114 pounds of marijuana in vacuum sealed packages concealed in cardboard boxes. Our officers remain steadfast in their commitment to protecting our borders from all types of criminal activity.Since March, CBP Field Operations has seized over 4,400 pounds of marijuana at ports of entry across the state. READ: More local news coverage
1,114 pounds of marijuana found in truck from Canada entering Michigan
Read full article: 1,114 pounds of marijuana found in truck from Canada entering MichiganPORT HURON, Mich. More than a half-ton of marijuana has been found in a commercial truck attempting to cross into Michigan from Canada via the Blue Water Bridge. The trucks records indicated it was hauling office furniture to various locations in Michigan, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Officers found more than 1,114 pounds (505 kilograms) of marijuana in vacuum-sealed packages concealed in cardboard boxes. Authorities have seized more than 4,400 pounds (1,995 kilograms) of marijuana at ports of entry across Michigan since March. The Blue Water Bridge spans the St. Clair River and connects Port Huron, Michigan, to Sarnia, Ontario.
Michigan woman driving stolen vehicle with over $130,000 in gold bars, 30 grams of marijuana arrested at Blue Water Bridge
Read full article: Michigan woman driving stolen vehicle with over $130,000 in gold bars, 30 grams of marijuana arrested at Blue Water BridgePORT HURON, Mich. On Thursday, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers arrested a 43-year-old woman at the Blue Water Bridge driving a stolen vehicle with marijuana and $130,000 in gold. The incident took place after the woman from Eaton County made a wrong turn and ended up on the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron. In this case, CBP officers took the extra steps to identify an individual in possession of a stolen vehicle and a large amount of gold, said Port Director Michael Fox. This is another prime example of our excellent working relationship with our partners.After arresting the woman CBP officers turned the case over to Michigan State Police, who were given custody of the woman. The gold, marijuana and stolen vehicle were also turned over to MSP.
Over 80 pounds of cocaine and fentanyl seized at Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron
Read full article: Over 80 pounds of cocaine and fentanyl seized at Blue Water Bridge in Port HuronPORT HURON, Mich. โ Customs Border Protection officers inspecting commercial trucks departing the United States and destined for Canada overnight at the Blue Water Bridge discovered several pounds of narcotics located in the tractor cab of an outbound commercial carrier. The commercial carrier was hauling a shipment of flavoring syrup originating in California. During the inspection, over 80 pounds of suspected cocaine and fentanyl were discovered. Officers discovered several bricks of suspected cocaine and fentanyl. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Border Enforcement Security Task Force Port Huron is investigating.
Canadian authorities seize 50 bricks of suspected cocaine at Blue Water Bridge
Read full article: Canadian authorities seize 50 bricks of suspected cocaine at Blue Water BridgePOINT EDWARD. โ Canadian authorities seized 50 bricks of suspected cocaine from a truck at the Blue Water Bridge earlier this month. According to authorities, the man was driving a semi truck when he arrived at the Blue Water Bridge Commercial Operations in Point Edward, Ontario on Nov. 18. Authorities found 50 packages of suspected cocaine that weighed a total of about 50 kilograms. The Blue Water Bridge connects Port Huron, Michigan to Canada.
Ancient Egyptian mummy linens seized at Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron
Read full article: Ancient Egyptian mummy linens seized at Blue Water Bridge in Port HuronU.S. Customs and Border Protection said Thursday that they recently seized ancient Egyptian mummy linens during an enforcement operation at the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron. On May 25, CBP officers identified a shipment on a Canadian mail truck that was selected for an enforcement examination at the Centralized Examination Station in Marysville. An inspection of a selected package revealed five jars of ancient Egyptian mummy linen. CBP began to coordinate with a Washington, DC based archaeological organization in determining the admissibility of the presumed antiquities. I am extremely proud of our officers hard work during and after the discovery of these ancient artifacts said Port Director Michael Fox.