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Michigan adding thermal cameras to some transit vehicles to prevent crashes
Read full article: Michigan adding thermal cameras to some transit vehicles to prevent crashesThe new thermal cameras are being added to 60 transit vehicles to help detect pedestrians and bicyclists in different lighting conditions and environments.
Morning 4: Squeaky clean? Nope. 3 Michigan cities ranked among country’s rattiest -- and other news
Read full article: Morning 4: Squeaky clean? Nope. 3 Michigan cities ranked among country’s rattiest -- and other newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
Michigan requests funding to study wildlife patterns with goal of prevent crashes
Read full article: Michigan requests funding to study wildlife patterns with goal of prevent crashesA funding request has been submitted to study wildlife patterns with the goal of preventing animal vs. vehicle crashes in Michigan.
Northbound lanes of Southfield Freeway at I-94 in Wayne County reopen after severe flooding
Read full article: Northbound lanes of Southfield Freeway at I-94 in Wayne County reopen after severe floodingThe northbound lanes of Southfield Freeway at I-94 have reopened after some severe flooding in Wayne County.
Michigan Department of Transportation asks for patience as construction increases statewide
Read full article: Michigan Department of Transportation asks for patience as construction increases statewideThere has been more road construction than usual this summer, and the Michigan Department of Transportation is asking for patience.
Major construction to start along Southfield Freeway Monday: What to know - Clone
Read full article: Major construction to start along Southfield Freeway Monday: What to know - CloneA multi-month project to repair and resurface the Southfield Freeway will start on Monday, prompting lane and ramp closures in Wayne County.
Major construction to start along Southfield Freeway soon: What to know
Read full article: Major construction to start along Southfield Freeway soon: What to knowA multi-month project to repair and resurface the Southfield Freeway will start in April, prompting lane and ramp closures in Wayne County.
Months-long project to begin on busy stretch of Southfield Freeway in Wayne County
Read full article: Months-long project to begin on busy stretch of Southfield Freeway in Wayne CountyA multi-month project to repair and resurface the Southfield Freeway will start in April, prompting lane and ramp closures in Wayne County.
Dangerous intersection in Highland Park prompts calls for speed humps as crashes pile up
Read full article: Dangerous intersection in Highland Park prompts calls for speed humps as crashes pile upAnother nasty collision occurred at a corner that's seen more than two dozen crashes, and a senior citizen's fence was hit and damaged 11 times in Highland Park.
Preparations are underway as icy conditions from winter storm spreads across Metro Detroit
Read full article: Preparations are underway as icy conditions from winter storm spreads across Metro DetroitThe forecast shows a threat of freezing rain and sleet, which means folks out on the roads will want to take it extra slow, but salt trucks are lined up and ready to go.
Eastbound I-96 ramp to EB I-94 in Detroit to close Monday until end of January for bridge work
Read full article: Eastbound I-96 ramp to EB I-94 in Detroit to close Monday until end of January for bridge workThe eastbound I-96 ramp to eastbound I-94 in Detroit will close until the end of January for bridge work.
New lanes to open on I-96 in Oakland County after months of construction
Read full article: New lanes to open on I-96 in Oakland County after months of constructionThousands of drivers traveling along I-96 in Oakland County may soon experience temporary relief as the Michigan Department of Transportation plans to reopen three lanes after months of construction.
Michigan’s new hands-free driving law: Reasons you can be pulled over, exceptions, punishments
Read full article: Michigan’s new hands-free driving law: Reasons you can be pulled over, exceptions, punishmentsA new law making it illegal to hold or use a cellphone while driving in Michigan officially went into effect this week, and there are a list of reasons drivers can be pulled over, with some exceptions.
MDOT workers find damaged trailer, its contents in median on SB I-75 near MM 286
Read full article: MDOT workers find damaged trailer, its contents in median on SB I-75 near MM 286Workers from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) found a damaged trailer and its contents in the median of southbound I-75 near MM 286.
Troy residents weigh in on need for sound barriers along I-75 ahead of MDOT meeting
Read full article: Troy residents weigh in on need for sound barriers along I-75 ahead of MDOT meetingResidents living near I-75 in Oakland County have been dealing with excessive noise from the traffic for years. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has been studying the area from 13 Mile to Adams Road and is now holding a public meeting to discuss the need for sound barriers.
Construction to begin on 3.3-mile stretch of Gratiot Avenue in Macomb County: What to know
Read full article: Construction to begin on 3.3-mile stretch of Gratiot Avenue in Macomb County: What to knowThe project includes resurfacing 3.3 miles of Gratiot Avenue (M-3) along with concrete curb and gutter, drainage improvements, upgrades to sidewalks with American with Disabilities Act (ADA) ramps, installation of new modernized traffic signals, signing replacements, and pavement markings.
Metro Detroit drivers deal with snowy conditions after storm as MDOT crews work to clear roads
Read full article: Metro Detroit drivers deal with snowy conditions after storm as MDOT crews work to clear roadsHamtramck is a good example of what several communities have been dealing with. Road crews worked overnight to clear the freeways and main roads but some of the neighborhood streets remain snow-covered.
I-696 to close this weekend in Oakland County: What drivers need to know
Read full article: I-696 to close this weekend in Oakland County: What drivers need to knowI-696 will be closed this weekend in Oakland County to prepare for a traffic shift which will have both directions of I-696 sharing the westbound side.
I-696 to close this weekend in Oakland County: What drivers need to know
Read full article: I-696 to close this weekend in Oakland County: What drivers need to knowI-696 will be closed this weekend in Oakland County to prepare for a traffic shift which will have both directions of I-696 sharing the westbound side.
I-94 to close this weekend in Detroit: What drivers need to know
Read full article: I-94 to close this weekend in Detroit: What drivers need to knowThe overpass removal will cause a portion of I-94 between I-75 and I-96 to close starting Friday with both directions of I-94 to reopen by 5 a.m. Monday.
Bridge demolition causes portion of I-94 between I-75, I-96 to close this weekend In Detroit
Read full article: Bridge demolition causes portion of I-94 between I-75, I-96 to close this weekend In DetroitThe overpass removal will cause a portion of I-94 between I-75 and I-96 to close starting Friday with both directions of I-94 to reopen by 5 a.m. Monday.
Sections of westbound and eastbound I-94 in Detroit to close this weekend for bridge work
Read full article: Sections of westbound and eastbound I-94 in Detroit to close this weekend for bridge workWestbound lanes of I-94 from I-75 to the Lodge Freeway in Detroit will close this weekend as crews work on two bridges.
WB I-696 from US-24 to I-275 closed this weekend for pavement repairs, shoulder widening
Read full article: WB I-696 from US-24 to I-275 closed this weekend for pavement repairs, shoulder wideningThe Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will be closing portions of westbound I-696 this weekend.
WB I-94 from I-75 to I-96 in Detroit closed this weekend for bridge beam setting
Read full article: WB I-94 from I-75 to I-96 in Detroit closed this weekend for bridge beam settingMichigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) crews will be setting steel bridge beams on the Grand River overpass above I-94 this weekend, if the weather cooperates.
I-94 closed in Detroit through Tuesday for Second Avenue Bridge work: What to know
Read full article: I-94 closed in Detroit through Tuesday for Second Avenue Bridge work: What to knowBoth directions of I-94 between I-75 and I-96 are going to be closed for five days as crews work on the Second Avenue bridge.
What you need to know about I-94 closures in Detroit as crews work on Second Avenue bridge
Read full article: What you need to know about I-94 closures in Detroit as crews work on Second Avenue bridgeBoth directions of I-94 between I-75 and I-96 are going to be closed for five days as crews work on the Second Avenue bridge.
Section of I-94 in Detroit to close for 5 days as crews work on Second Avenue bridge: What to know
Read full article: Section of I-94 in Detroit to close for 5 days as crews work on Second Avenue bridge: What to knowBoth directions of I-94 between I-75 and I-96 are going to be closed for five days as crews work on the Second Avenue bridge.
MDOT enters 5-year partnership to build first public in-road EV charging system in Detroit
Read full article: MDOT enters 5-year partnership to build first public in-road EV charging system in DetroitThe Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced an agreement with a company to work towards building a first of its kind in-road charging system for electric vehicles in Detroit.
Tired of your desk job? You could work atop the Mackinac Bridge instead
Read full article: Tired of your desk job? You could work atop the Mackinac Bridge insteadThe Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is hiring, and not the position you might expect, workers are needed to work on top of the Mackinac Bridge.
Trailers, heavy vehicles face traffic restrictions amid 2022 Woodward Dream Cruise
Read full article: Trailers, heavy vehicles face traffic restrictions amid 2022 Woodward Dream CruiseThe Woodward Dream Cruise wants to remind the general public of the weight restrictions for commercial trucks and trailers for August 20.
I-94 in Detroit to reopen Friday after Second Avenue Bridge successfully moved into place
Read full article: I-94 in Detroit to reopen Friday after Second Avenue Bridge successfully moved into placeBoth directions of I-94 between I-75 and the Lodge Freeway are expected to reopen at 6 a.m. Friday morning.
I-94 in Detroit closed for 7 days as crews install new Second Avenue Bridge: View detour map here
Read full article: I-94 in Detroit closed for 7 days as crews install new Second Avenue Bridge: View detour map hereBoth directions of I-94 between I-75 and the Lodge Freeway are closed for seven days starting Friday morning.
I-94 between I-75 and Lodge Freeway to close as crews install skeleton of new Second Avenue bridge
Read full article: I-94 between I-75 and Lodge Freeway to close as crews install skeleton of new Second Avenue bridgeBoth directions of I-94 between I-75 and the Lodge Freeway will be closed for seven days starting Friday morning.
Major overhaul of Ford Road in Canton Township to start in 2024: Here’s the plan
Read full article: Major overhaul of Ford Road in Canton Township to start in 2024: Here’s the planIf you’ve ever driven down Ford Road in Canton Township, perhaps heading to Ikea to pick up a new table, you’ve probably noticed -- it’s incredibly busy.
MDOT workers trying to stay cool in dangerously high temperatures
Read full article: MDOT workers trying to stay cool in dangerously high temperaturesThe best thing to do in this heat is to stay inside in the air conditioning, but for many workers like construction crews, that’s simply not an option.
Detroit’s QLINE to begin offering extended service hours starting this weekend
Read full article: Detroit’s QLINE to begin offering extended service hours starting this weekendThe QLINE will be extending its hours of service and running until midnight on Monday through Saturday, starting this weekend.
How pumps performed after first big rainfall in Metro Detroit
Read full article: How pumps performed after first big rainfall in Metro DetroitIt was the first real test of the season Monday as big rain came overnight. Now, we’re getting answers from MDOT about how the pumps held up after a whole lot of rain.
Expect delays: Here’s a list of construction happening this weekend in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Expect delays: Here’s a list of construction happening this weekend in Metro DetroitIt’s going to be a long summer as Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is saying Metro Detroit will see the most road construction ever this summer.
Metro Detroit could see most road construction ever this summer: Here’s what to expect
Read full article: Metro Detroit could see most road construction ever this summer: Here’s what to expectThe Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is saying Metro Detroit will see the most construction it’s ever seen this summer.
Officials lift traffic restrictions in Michigan to ease Memorial Day weekend travel: What to know
Read full article: Officials lift traffic restrictions in Michigan to ease Memorial Day weekend travel: What to knowThe Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is removing lane restrictions on more than 63% of its road and bridge projects across the state to ease traffic delays for Memorial Day weekend travel.
Here are the 66 pedestrian bridges in Metro Detroit in fair or poor condition
Read full article: Here are the 66 pedestrian bridges in Metro Detroit in fair or poor conditionMichigan’s Department of Transportation (MDOT) has created a database of bridge conditions in Michigan, including an interactive map. The interactive map is relatively user friendly, but we thought it might be a good idea to break all the data down for you so you know exactly which pedestrian bridges you might want to avoid.
Now you can check the conditions and inspection reports of pedestrian bridges across Michigan
Read full article: Now you can check the conditions and inspection reports of pedestrian bridges across MichiganThe Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) created a website to share information about pedestrian bridges.
‘It’s just a disaster waiting to happen’: MDOT to review pedestrian bridges in Detroit
Read full article: ‘It’s just a disaster waiting to happen’: MDOT to review pedestrian bridges in DetroitA pedestrian bridge in Detroit was in such bad shape, the concrete gave way and a man fell through it as he walked across it earlier this week.
Gov. Whitmer directs MDOT to use all available resources to speed up Michigan pothole repair
Read full article: Gov. Whitmer directs MDOT to use all available resources to speed up Michigan pothole repairMichigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is directing the transportation department to use all of its available resources to speed up pothole repair across the state.
Get Caught Up: MDOT to build diverging interchange at I-75 and 12 Mile in Madison Heights
Read full article: Get Caught Up: MDOT to build diverging interchange at I-75 and 12 Mile in Madison HeightsMDOT says it will move ahead with plans to build an innovative interchange at a busy intersection in Madison Heights.
Project will add bike lanes to Woodward Avenue in Ferndale, Pleasant Ridge
Read full article: Project will add bike lanes to Woodward Avenue in Ferndale, Pleasant RidgeDrivers are going to lose one lane on each side of Woodward Avenue to bike lanes from 8 Mile Road to I-696 in Ferndale and Pleasant Ridge.