A wintry mix is coming to Metro Detroit and will likely bring accumulating snow and sleet to the area. Here’s the timeline and how much to expect.

Temperatures continue to warm well above average by the end of the week

We’re starting off this morning with snow over a good portion of the region as we’ve been watching these lake effect snow band set up overnight Wednesday and into early on Thursday morning.

We’re starting off this morning with snow over a good portion of the region as we’ve been watching these lake effect snow band set up overnight Wednesday and into early on Thursday morning.

A West Bloomfield man was arrested Friday in connection to a man found in a Waterford movie theater parking lot with a gunshot wound.

A body was dumped at a movie theater in Waterford late Thursday night.

A stretch of southbound M-53 will see closures for bridge repair in Utica over the next three weekends.

The most dominant big man ever to play the game of basketball, Shaquille O’Neal, will be in Livingston County to visit his “Big Chicken” restaurant.

Some lanes are shut down on eastbound M-59 near Rochester Road Thursday afternoon after a cement truck rolled on its side.

Sunday morning will bring the chance of a few sprinkles in the morning. Then, an isolated shower or thunderstorm could pop up during the afternoon and evening.

Periods of storms this morning and through the afternoon hours could leave to flooding concerns, Marginal to slight risk for severe weather across portions of SE Michigan today.

Traffic will be detoured to Mound Road.

Scattered thunderstorms are likely to develop on Monday from 2PM to 10PM across SE Michigan, some of which could become severe south of M-59, especially along and south of I-94.

Atmospheric moisture will fuel afternoon and evening storms. Overall conditions will be favorable for some storms to become strong as a cold front sweeps southward.

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Most of Southeast Michigan is under a winter weather advisory on Friday.

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Two men who were involved in a string of vehicle break-ins at fitness and daycare centers in Troy have been arrested.

A 30-year-old Florida woman running from police was killed after being struck by a vehicle on M-59 in Oakland County on Friday morning.

Part of M-59 was closed Friday morning after a driver hit and killed a pedestrian in the area, according to a source.

Part of Van Dyke Freeway (M-53) will close for three months starting Monday morning in Macomb County.

A portion of M-53 (Van Dyke Freeway) will close for three months starting Monday morning in Macomb County.

The Winter Weather Advisory for the heart of Metro Detroit has lifted this afternoon given that precipitation has changed to predominately rain south of M-59.

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Eastbound lanes of M-59 were closed in Oakland County on Monday morning after a crash involving three vehicles.

A 29-year-old Shelby Township man was killed and two Oakland County sheriff’s deputies were injured in a crash on M-59.

Nice start to the weekend with sunshine and highs Saturday in the low 80s. Clouds increase Sunday afternoon, and our next chance for rain returns Sunday night into Monday.

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There are definitely some chances of rain in Metro Detroit over the coming days -- here’s what we can say about the weather forecast right now.

There’s a chance of rain for each of the next five days in Metro Detroit, starting Wednesday night and continuing through Sunday.

We’re tracking a few slim chances of light rain over the weekend and next week. Still, conditions will remain dry for most, as temperatures start warming up in Metro Detroit.

One person was taken to the hospital after a possible explosion of a townhouse in Mount Clemens.

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The next storm system heading toward Metro Detroit is expected to bring rain and snow.

Precipitation is set to arrive in Metro Detroit overnight Friday into Saturday, with the onset likely being a rain-snow mix

A wintry mess Wednesday, another batch Thursday, and some snowflakes Friday? Brett Collar breaks down what to expect for this week's Metro Detroit weather forecast.

A weak clipper system is crossing the area Friday evening and bringing with it some light to moderate snow.

Travel overnight for areas north of M-59 could be a bit slippery as we expect freezing drizzle and light snow. We could pick up a quick dusting to a half inch for the thumb.

It was a bizarre scene that first started in a gas station parking lot, with the driver nearly running several people over. That driver then led Utica police on a chase and, at one point, started ramming their patrol cars.

The Lake Michigan lake-effect snow machine is still cranking, and one band, in particular, has persisted between M-59 and I-69 with some accumulation during the day today.

Barriers 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.

Some of us could see a light wintry mix overnight tonight, but a stronger system moves in for the second half of next week

Here is the weather forecast for Metro Detroit.

Multiple people are recovering after a fire ripped through an apartment complex in Pontiac.

Several traffic signals are out due to power loss on a busy stretch of Hall Road in Macomb County on Wednesday afternoon.

Part of Hall Road (M-59) is closed Friday afternoon in Clinton Township due to a gas leak, officials said.

Mostly Cloudy skies Thursday evening with a slight chance of a few showers; the best chance at rain will be north of M-59, but we can’t completely rule out an isolated shower elsewhere.

A bridge emergency is developing Tuesday night in Pontiac with significant repairs needed on an overpass that handles a lot of traffic.

Puffy clouds cruise over Detroit and most of Southeast Michigan the rest of today. The clouds in our North Zone (north of Hall Road/M-59) release some showers. It remains warm. Tuesday night will be cooler with clouds overhead. Two more rounds of showers are possible tomorrow. Sunnier, more stable weather persists during the end of the work week.

There will be two massive construction projects to watch out for on Tuesday. Expect ramp closures and bridgework on the M-59/I-94 interchange in Macomb County and reduced lanes on I-96 between Kent Lake and Wixom roads in Oakland County.

The driver of a yellow Corvette fired a pepper ball gun at a sedan because he was “concerned for his safety” during a road rage incident while the two vehicles were merging at a construction zone in Chesterfield Township, officials said.

Mostly cloudy skies are expected Sunday night as temperatures drop into the middle 30s. Outside of the metro zone, some spots will be in the lower 30s.

Partridge Creek Mall was originally developed by Taubman and opened to a lot of fanfare in 2007. Designed to be an upscale outdoor shopping experience that was dog-friendly, a Nordstrom and a Parisian anchored it. Fast forward to 2014, the mall was sold at the height of the market.

A two-year project to rebuild a 4.5 mile stretch of M-59 in Macomb County is set to resume construction next week.

A winter weather advisory is in effect for Genesee, Lapeer and Sanilac Counties from 2:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday.

A special delivery from across the country arrived at a food bank in Oakland County. The key delivery was made to a Lighthouse food warehouse in Waterford Township on Thursday (Jan. 27). It comes from a church in Utah. The church realized that the food program at Lighthouse was in trouble, not only did the church send funds -- but also two dozen pallets of food.

It appears we still may have some scattered showers around Christmas morning, but then dry out in the afternoon.

Here is the Metro Detroit weather forecast update for Dec. 23, 2021, afternoon and evening.

A driver was killed overnight in a five-car chain reaction crash while driving in the wrong direction on M-59 in Sterling Heights, police say.

Video from Sterling Heights police shows a long and intense high-speed chase and the ensuing arrest of a man accused of breaking into the home of a couple who posted on social media that they were at a wedding, officials said.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Lapeer, Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Sanilac and St. Clair Counties until 11 p.m.

Tuesday’s cold front has ushered in a cooler, drier air mass, with the day’s mid 80s (30 degrees Celsius) now replaced by Wednesday’s mid- to upper 70s (24 to 26 degrees Celsius). While an isolated brief, light shower is possible before sunset -- best chance is north of M-59 -- most of us should be dry through the evening hours.

Here is the Metro Detroit weather forecast update for Sept. 8, 2021 afternoon and evening.

While the company has made significant progress, more than 252,000 customers are still out of power.

“We’re hoping this is going to be a short-term thing,” said Utica Police Department chief Sean Coady. “Maybe a week or so.”

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Emergency work begins Friday morning at one of the busiest intersections in Metro Detroit.

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Todd Bertuzzi #44 of the Detroit Red Wings skates against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center on January 9, 2014 in San Jose, California. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – Former Detroit Red Wing Todd Bertuzzi has been charged for driving drunk in Auburn Hills last month, according to police. Bertuzzi failed roadside sobriety evaluations and was arrested for operating while intoxicated, Auburn Hills police said. He was taken to the Auburn Hills Police Department and refused a breath test, officials said. Bertuzzi was taken to the Oakland County Jail and released after 12 hours, pending toxicology results, police said.

From the end of breakfast to the beginning of lunch, light rain is possible south of M-59/Hall Road; snow and rain showers are possible north of Hall Road. In all, 1 to 2 inches of new snow is possible from Sunday night to Monday morning. That rain snow mixture is more likely south of M 59/Hall Road. Thursday and Friday will be partly sunny mostly cloudy and chillier. Saturday will be partly sunny and not as chilly.

DETROIT – Winter weather already has prompted some school closings in Metro Detroit. There is plenty of snow expected overnight Monday into Tuesday morning, so you can expect even more closings to be announced. From the Local 4Casters:A bigger storm heading this way from Texas will redevelop snow Monday evening, which will become heavy at times Monday night before winding down Tuesday morning. This should easily be a 6-to-8-inch snowfall, so total snow from what falls both Sunday night/Monday morning and Monday night/Tuesday morning could approach 10 inches in some areas. Weather forecast: 6-to-10 inches of snow tonight

North of 8 Mile -- and especially north of M-59 -- snow will be more persistent, and an additional inch or two is possible. Winter weather advisoryThe National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory until 4 p.m. Tuesday for areas generally south of M-59, and until 11 p.m. for areas generally north of M-59. Temperatures today will only rise a couple of degrees, perhaps to near freezing (0 degrees Celsius), with a northeast wind becoming north at 10 to 15 mph. Snow diminishes Tuesday night, with lows in the low to mid 20s (-5 degrees Celsius). Becoming partly cloudy and much colder Wednesday night, with lows in the low to mid teens (-11 degrees Celsius).

Here’s an update this morning from Meteorologist Paul Gross:Snow moved in overnight, and a heavy band developed as it progressed northward. A wonderful piece on how Michigan became a state way back when from our colleague Dane Kelly:Happy 184th birthday, Michigan! The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 551,080 as of Friday, including 14,326 deaths, state officials report. Monday’s update includes 3,011 new cases and 35 additional deaths over the past two days. On Saturday, the state reported a total of 548,069 cases and 14,291 deaths.

DETROIT – The forecast is getting less flaky as we head into the weekend. Snow NorthAn area of light snow with some rain will rotate through the northern part of our area tomorrow morning. Mainly Dry WeekendWe still have a slight chance of lake effect snow on Sunday, but that shot is pretty slim. Minor BumpAfter a slightly cooler weekend, temperatures get a bit of a bump by the middle of next week. By that time, normal highs will be only the upper 30s and daytime highs should reach the mid 40s.

WARREN, Mich. – Residents of a Warren neighborhood are worried about the plan to remove the traffic light on their road as part of the massive Mound Road rebuild project. “You take our street light out and we will never get in or out of our subdivision,” Warren resident Cynthia Allen said. Allen has lived in Warren’s St. Anne subdivision at Mound Road and Arden Avenue for 50 years. Part of the plan for the Mound Road makeover is to remove the traffic light at Arden Avenue and eliminate the cut-through. County road officials said removing the light at Arden Avenue improves traffic flow.

WATERFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. – A man accused of being drunk and driving recklessly at the time of a four-car crash that killed a 6-year-old girl and injured her parents in Waterford Township is facing five charges. The scene of an Oct. 14, 2020, crash at Highland and Airport roads in Waterford Township. The Waterford Township man driving the Equinox and his 6-year-old daughter were transported to a nearby hospital, authorities said. The woman driving the Fusion was the mother of the 6-year-old and wife of the man in the Equinox, police said. A vehicle involved in an Oct. 14, 2020, crash at Highland and Airport roads in Waterford Township.

6-year-old killed, parents hurt in 4-car crash caused by reckless driver, Waterford Twp. police sayPublished: October 15, 2020, 12:09 pmA 6-year-old girl was killed and her parents were injured in a four-car crash caused by an apparent drunken driver who had been reported for driving recklessly, according to Waterford Township police.

WATERFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. – A 6-year-old girl was killed and her parents were injured in a four-car crash caused by an apparent drunken driver who had been reported for driving recklessly, according to Waterford Township police. The crash happened around 4:30 p.m. Wednesday at the intersection of Highland and Airport roads in Waterford Township. The scene of an Oct. 14, 2020, crash at Highland and Airport roads in Waterford Township. The Waterford Township man driving the Equinox and his 6-year-old daughter were transported to a nearby hospital, authorities said. Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information about the case is asked to call Waterford Township police at 248-618-6064.

What to know today 🌅6-year-old girl killed in vehicle crash in Waterford TownshipTerrible news to report this morning with another child killed in a crash. Senate hearing for Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney BarrettConfirmation hearings started Monday for President Donald Trump’s Supreme Court nominee, Amy Coney Barrett. If confirmed, the 48-year-old appeals court judge would fill the seat of liberal Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died last month. The political infighting over a second stimulus in Washington has left many people out of money, and in turn, out of options. Hospitalizations have increased steadily for the last three weeks, including a slight uptick in critical care and ventilator use.

WATERFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. – A 6-year-old girl was killed in a crash Wednesday night in Waterford Township. UPDATE: Police reveal what led to four-car crash that killed 6-year-old girlThe crash happened in the area of M-59 and Airport Road. Witnesses said the driver crashed into two vehicles. Her husband and daughter were in the family’s other vehicle. The family was at a traffic light when the driver crashed into the vehicles.

DETROIT – Controversy at the Michigan State Capitol continues after an already troubling week, amid the alleged domestic terrorism plot to kidnap the governor. WATCH Local 4 News at 11Metro Detroit weather: Relatively warm with clouds overhead, Saturday eveningSaturday evening will be cloudy but warm in most of southeast Michigan. A northeasterly wind off Lake Huron will develop north of Hall Road (M-59), which means cooler conditions for our North Zone. Detroit and most of Southeast Michigan will have temps in the upper 60s and low 70s. 4 Fast FactsFriday, Oct. 9, 2020 -- Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020

You can feel the higher temps and higher humidity, this evening. Then, higher temps return Monday with reinforcing chilly air to follow. Saturday evening will be cloudy but warm in most of southeast Michigan. Another cold front brings cooler weather again, mid-week. · Track the live Michigan Weather Radar here· Track severe weather alerts here· Submit storm photos here· Find more weather forecast articles at Weather Center

Clear Saturday night, with lows in the low to mid 40s (5 to 7 degrees Celsius). Mostly sunny on Sunday, and a tad warmer with highs in the mid 60s (18 degrees Celsius). Clear Sunday night, with lows in the mid 40s (7 degrees Celsius). Highs will drop a bit due to more clouds…reaching the mid 70s (25 degrees Celsius). But it then appears that we warm up again into the mid to upper 70s (24 to 26 degrees Celsius) Friday into next weekend and, right now, next weekend still looks spectacular with plenty of sun!

DETROIT – Since March the coronavirus pandemic has hurt the American commercial aviation industry. On Monday in Oakland County Local 4 News got a look at the damage to that sector and the recovery process. Pentastar Aviation is on M-59 which is part of the Oakland County International Airport. The Oakland County International Airport is the second busiest in the State of Michigan behind Detroit Metropolitan Airport. Oakland County Executive David Coulter says Michigan’s general aviation business is a quiet giant.

PONTIAC, Mich. – Rolonda Williams and her family are literally picking up the pieces following the events that unfolded Saturday night at her home on Dudley Avenue. Not only was her 11-year-old daughter Keola shot, but her two grandchildren, Dallas and Camille, were also caught in the line of fire during a drive-by shooting. “Last night my house was shot up and the gunfire was unbelievable,” Williams said. My 7-year-old grand baby was shot once,” Rolonda recalled. Police are looking for this vehicle in connection to an Aug. 29, 2020 drive-by shooting in Pontiac.

3 Pontiac girls recovering after being shot during drive-by shootingPublished: August 30, 2020, 11:11 pmRolonda Williams and her family are literally picking up the pieces following the events that unfolded Saturday night at her home on Dudley Avenue.

PONTIAC, Mich. – Three girls were shot in Pontiac in a drive-by shooting Saturday night, according to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. Police said the grandparents were watching their grandchildren as well as their two children when they heard gun shots and glass breaking. Authorities said deputies transported two of the children to a local hospital and a third was transported by ambulance. The grandparents and the father of the 10-month-old said they have no idea who shot at the home or why. A photograph of the suspect’s vehicle -- believed to possibly be a Chrysler 300 -- can be seen above.

Flooding closed both sides of M-59 in Sterling Heights on Friday morning. The freeway has since reopened on both sides. A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Macomb County until 10:15 a.m. on Friday.

Meanwhile, the river Flood Warnings continue through today for the Huron River near Hamburg and the River Raisin at Monroe. Highs today should reach the upper 60s (20 degrees Celsius), but cooler on the east side near the big lakes. Slight chance for an afternoon shower as an upper level disturbance approaches from the west. Memorial DayMemorial Day will hopefully feature partial sunshine, but as we heat into the mid 80s (29 degrees Celsius) with increasing humidity, afternoon showers and thunderstorms should pop up. Highs through Thursday in the mid 80s (29 to 30 degrees Celsius), with muggy overnight lows near 70 degrees (21 degrees Celsius).

‘I’m the sheriff. Who are you?’: Oakland County Sheriff pulls over man posing as a copPublished: February 6, 2020, 11:12 pmOakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard had just gotten out of a meeting and was in a suit and tie driving down M-59 near Telegraph Road when he saw what looked like a police SUV.

DETROIT – A dangerous winter storm will hit Michigan this weekend, with potentially “crippling” ice levels that could impact parts of Michigan for days. The major concerns for ice are in our North Zone (North of M-59) and into Mid-Michigan and West Michigan. A half inch of ice can add as much as 500 pounds to a span of power lines. A Winter Storm Watch is in effect Saturday through Sunday morning for these areas, as ice thicknesses could be near one-half inch, which would be a crippling ice storm. West and Mid-MichiganNWS: A major winter storm is expected to start tonight and last through daybreak Sunday.

DETROIT – A dangerous winter storm will hit Michigan this weekend, with potentially “crippling” ice levels that could cripple parts of Michigan for days. Be prepared for power outagesIce anywhere near half an inch is likely to cause widespread power outages across the state. Call this number and use our automated system to report power outages or downed power lines. You may also report a power problem online from a location that has power or by using the DTE Energy Mobile App to report an outage from your mobile device. During and Extended Power OutageKeep a list of emergency phone numbers handy.

Both sides of Groesbeck Highway are closed south of M-59 in Macomb County after a serious crash Monday morning. UPDATE: The highway reopened just after 9 a.m.

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. - Police are investigating after a graphic video played on an electronic billboard Saturday night in Auburn Hills. According to authorities, it started just after 11 p.m. and was on the billboard on I-75 near M-59 for about a half hour. The Auburn Hills Police Department was able to get in contact with the company that owns the billboard and the images were removed within 30 minutes. It's not clear how many drivers on I-75 drove past the billboard or if any children witnessed the pornographic video. Police are looking into whether someone hacked into the system and how the images ended up on a billboard by the side of a major freeway.

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. - Police are investigating after a graphic video played on an electronic billboard Saturday night in Auburn Hills. According to authorities, it started just after 11 p.m. and was on the billboard on I-75 near M-59 for about a half hour. The Auburn Hills Police Department was able to get in contact with the company that owns the billboard and the images were removed within 30 minutes. It's not clear how many drivers on I-75 drove past the billboard or if any children witnessed the pornographic video. Police are looking into whether someone hacked into the system and how the images ended up on a billboard by the side of a major freeway.

DETROIT - Travel on Metro Detroit roads has been impacted by roadwork for most of the summer, and it isn't done yet. Wayne EB 94 CLOSED, US-12/Mich Ave to I-75, Fri 9 p.m.-Mon 5 a.m. All on/off ramps closed. Wayne EB M-14, Beck to Sheldon, right lane closed, Wed 9/18 thru 10/4/19. Wayne - WB Congress ra.m.p to NB M-10, ra.m.p closed, Wed 9a.m.-10/1/19. M-150: (Rochester)Oakland - NB M-150 near Diversion St, right lane closed, Mon 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

DETROIT - Travel on Metro Detroit roads has been impacted by roadwork for most of the summer, and it isn't done yet. Wayne EB 94 CLOSED, US-12/Mich Ave to I-75, Fri 9 p.m.-Mon 5 a.m. All on/off ramps closed. Wayne EB M-14, Beck to Sheldon, right lane closed, Wed 9/18 thru 10/4/19. Wayne - WB Congress ra.m.p to NB M-10, ra.m.p closed, Wed 9a.m.-10/1/19. M-150: (Rochester)Oakland - NB M-150 near Diversion St, right lane closed, Mon 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Showers and storms are possible, especially north of M-59/Hall Road, mainly before midnight. Tuesday night will be mostly cloudy overnight and warm with lows in the upper 60s and low 70s. There is a Marginal Risk of strong to severe storms, especially in the afternoon and evening, with heavy downpours, frequent lightning and damaging wind and hail. Local 4Casters weather appRemember to download the FREE Local4Casters weather app. Weather radarKeep an eye out for severe weather alerts and the radar here:Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.