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New report suggests Michigan’s public infrastructure is showing its age
Read full article: New report suggests Michigan’s public infrastructure is showing its ageThe American Society of Civil Engineers handed out grades in several areas. And for our maintenance of that, we're getting mere passing grades.
View: Oakland County shares list of road construction projects for 2023
Read full article: View: Oakland County shares list of road construction projects for 2023Oakland County has planned resurfacings, construction of three new roundabouts, paving a gravel road, three bridge maintenance projects, five culvert replacements and other simple resurfacing projects.
Winter travel tips: How to get vehicle unstuck from snow, list of emergency supplies to take with you
Read full article: Winter travel tips: How to get vehicle unstuck from snow, list of emergency supplies to take with youThe 4Warn Weather Team is tracking a significant storm that is expected to strongly impact holiday travel.
Significant portion of Mound Road completely open in Sterling Heights, relieving commuter headaches
Read full article: Significant portion of Mound Road completely open in Sterling Heights, relieving commuter headachesBarriers have been tucked away for winter on the stretch of Mound Road between 15 Mile Road and M-59, relieving a lot of commuter’s headaches.
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.
Part of M-14 closed in Plymouth Township after winds snap electrical poles over freeway
Read full article: Part of M-14 closed in Plymouth Township after winds snap electrical poles over freewayM-14 at Beck Road in Plymouth Township is closed as crews work on fixing three electrical poles that snapped during Monday night’s storm.
Detroit, MDOT get funds to redesign Michigan Avenue red brick pavers in Corktown
Read full article: Detroit, MDOT get funds to redesign Michigan Avenue red brick pavers in CorktownThe state of Michigan has been awarded a $25 million grant to help rebuild infrastructure around Detroit’s Corktown neighborhood, soon to be home to the Detroit Mobility and Innovation Corridor (DMIC).
Here’s which Ann Arbor sidewalks will be closed for improvements in August
Read full article: Here’s which Ann Arbor sidewalks will be closed for improvements in AugustWhile pedestrian traffic will be maintained, there may be detours, pavement removal, meter bagging and parking space and through-traffic closures.
Expect reduced lanes on NB I-75 at Dix Highway in Lincoln Park as crews complete bridge repairs
Read full article: Expect reduced lanes on NB I-75 at Dix Highway in Lincoln Park as crews complete bridge repairsNorthbound I-75 will only have one lane open at Dix Highway in Lincoln Park for the next three weeks for bridge repairs.
‘100 deadliest days’: AAA reminds teens to be safe behind the wheel during summer driving season
Read full article: ‘100 deadliest days’: AAA reminds teens to be safe behind the wheel during summer driving seasonMore than 30% of deaths involving teen drivers happen during the “100 deadliest days,” a period of time between Memorial Day to Labor Day, according to the AAA.
Construction of 2 roundabouts in White Lake Township delayed until 2023
Read full article: Construction of 2 roundabouts in White Lake Township delayed until 2023The planned construction of two roundabouts in White Lake Township has been delayed until 2023, according to the Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC).
Macomb County family fears road work will force them out of 120-year-old home
Read full article: Macomb County family fears road work will force them out of 120-year-old homeA Macomb County family is afraid a road construction project will force them out of their home, which has stood in its spot for 120 years.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer signs $4.7B for infrastructure, including water system upgrades, fixing roads
Read full article: Michigan Gov. Whitmer signs $4.7B for infrastructure, including water system upgrades, fixing roadsMichigan is investing more than $4.7 billion to improve infrastructure, including drinking water upgrades, internet access and fixing roads, bridges and dams.
Live stream: Gov. Whitmer signs $4.8 billion Michigan infrastructure plan
Read full article: Live stream: Gov. Whitmer signs $4.8 billion Michigan infrastructure planMichigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is signing off on a plan to spend $4.8 billion on the state’s infrastructure, including roads and water pipes.
Interview: Michigan Gov. Whitmer talks lowering gas prices, fixing the roads
Read full article: Interview: Michigan Gov. Whitmer talks lowering gas prices, fixing the roadsMichigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer joined Local 4 News Today to talk about her plan to lower gas prices, her ongoing effort to fix the state’s roads, and the pandemic.
Whitmer signals veto of bill to freeze Michigan gas tax, supports federal tax suspension
Read full article: Whitmer signals veto of bill to freeze Michigan gas tax, supports federal tax suspensionGov. Gretchen Whitmer signaled Friday she will veto Republican-sponsored legislation that would freeze Michigan’s 27-cents-per-gallon gasoline and diesel taxes for six months amid high prices at the pump.
List: Wayne County road construction projects, schedule for 2022
Read full article: List: Wayne County road construction projects, schedule for 2022Wayne County has released their 2022 schedule for road construction projects, which includes about $90 million worth of improvements to roads and bridges.
Watch: What road conditions look like from the driver’s seat as snow falls across Metro Detroit
Read full article: Watch: What road conditions look like from the driver’s seat as snow falls across Metro DetroitA winter storm warning is in effect through Thursday and snow is continuously falling and building up across Metro Detroit.
‘We’re ready’: Wayne County road crews salt roads before snow starts accumulating
Read full article: ‘We’re ready’: Wayne County road crews salt roads before snow starts accumulatingCrews in Wayne County were filling trucks with salt before they head out onto the roads during the February 2022 snowstorm.
How county road commissions across Metro Detroit are preparing ahead of massive snowstorm
Read full article: How county road commissions across Metro Detroit are preparing ahead of massive snowstormIt’s going to be rough on the roads later this week as forecasters expect a massive two day snow event.
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.
Metro Detroit weather: Icy spots and bitter cold
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Icy spots and bitter coldOur Metro Detroit roads are in decent shape after 2-5 inches of new snow Monday, but there are still some slippery side streets and icy spots on some of our highways and byways, so slow it down and be careful.
How Road Commissions are keeping up with plowing amid worker shortages
Read full article: How Road Commissions are keeping up with plowing amid worker shortagesClearing the roads of all the snow is a big job, and it’s becoming an even more challenging task with the ongoing worker shortages. Some Road Commissions have to look outside the department to get things done.
Constant snow leads to travel troubles across Metro Detroit
Read full article: Constant snow leads to travel troubles across Metro DetroitThe snow has been constant, and the roads have been slick as slush builds up along the highways, making for some real problems near Oakman Boulevard and Jefferies Freeway.
Michigan gets $563.1M to fix thousands of bridges in poor condition
Read full article: Michigan gets $563.1M to fix thousands of bridges in poor conditionAs a part of the bipartisan infrastructure bill passed by Congress and signed by President Biden last year, Michigan will receive a large chunk of funding to fix bridges in desperate need of repair.
Road commissions across Metro Detroit prepare for first significant snowfall of the season
Read full article: Road commissions across Metro Detroit prepare for first significant snowfall of the seasonRoad commissions in Metro Detroit are mobilizing to deal with what is likely going to be some sloppy road conditions.
View: Metro Detroit weekend road construction notices for Nov. 5-7, 2021
Read full article: View: Metro Detroit weekend road construction notices for Nov. 5-7, 2021Here is the list of weekend road construction notices for Nov. 5 through Nov. 7, 2021, from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT).
What is holding up construction on Adams Road in Bloomfield Township?
Read full article: What is holding up construction on Adams Road in Bloomfield Township?Construction has been stalled on Adams Road between Square Lake and Long Lake roads and the county is calling out the contractor that was hired to do the job.
Ford, Canton Center roads partially closed in Canton while police investigate 2-car crash
Read full article: Ford, Canton Center roads partially closed in Canton while police investigate 2-car crashPolice have partially shut down the intersection of Ford and Canton Center roads in Canton Township while investigating a two-car crash.
Northbound I-75 closure caused by sinkhole expected to last through Wednesday
Read full article: Northbound I-75 closure caused by sinkhole expected to last through Wednesday“If you typically travel I-75 in this area southbound, you’re fine, but northbound? I wouldn’t even get on the freeway,” said MDOT's Rob Morosi.