Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer backs pause on sales tax on gas
Michigan consumers do not appear to be heading toward any kind of relief from higher gas prices. The Republican-led legislature voted to repeal the stateโs 27 cents a gallon tax, not indefinitely but for several months. The average price of a gallon of regular in the state is $4.19 a gallon. If you have a 15-gallon tank, the savings would be $4.05.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer backs pause on sales tax on gas
Michigan consumers do not appear to be heading toward any kind of relief from higher gas prices. The Republican-led legislature voted to repeal the stateโs 27 cents a gallon tax, not indefinitely but for several months. The average price of a gallon of regular in the state is $4.19 a gallon. If you have a 15-gallon tank, the savings would be $4.05.
DTE, other agencies investigate apparent underground explosion in southwest Detroit
โIt felt like an explosion or earthquake honestly. The doors in the building were shifting. We were trying to fix them and then we noticed that it was actually a foundation issue. Cracks were appearing inside as well as outside."
Looking to reduce winter heating costs or get payment assistance? This could help
This combination of cooler outdoor temperatures and higher energy use is expected to drive monthly energy bills higher than last year. If Michigan experiences a typical winter, customers will spend, on average, $65 more over the six-month heating season compared to the same six-month period last year. AdThe company offers tools and tips to help customers improve energy efficiency and cut heating costs while staying comfortable and safe this winter. AdConsumers be awareDTE will never call you or come to your door asking to see your natural gas bill. Natural gas is safe and reliable, but like other fuels, it can produce carbon monoxide if it doesnโt burn completely.
Arctic air advisory in Michigan: Tips for keeping cars in shape for travel
DETROIT โ Temperatures are expected to hover in the teens and single digits throughout this week in Michigan, with wind chills dipping into the negatives. AAA is issuing its own statewide Arctic air advisory and offering the following tips for drivers to help keep their vehicles ready for travel in the cold temps:Battery โ Have charging system tested to ensure itโs fully charged and in good condition. Engine Coolant โ Use one that provides anti-freeze protection down to the lowest temperatures you are likely to encounter; -30oF/-34oC is a good guideline. If you donโt have access to a garage, put a tarp over the hood or park in a wind-protected area. Hereโs what you should do to prepare for a dead battery:Always travel with a cell phone and car charger.
Planned gas shutoff leaves some Detroiters without heat for longer than expected
DETROIT โ People living on Leslie Street on Detroitโs west side have been without gas or heat for the last 24 hours. The residents reportedly received a notice on Monday that DTE crews would have to shut off the heat temporarily to conduct repairs on gas lines in the area. โWe have no hot water, no heat and no cooking gas,โ Joyce said. Joyce says he has tried to contact the company several times, but there has been โno communication.โDTE released the following statement Wednesday regarding the situation:During a planned gas outage for maintenance, DTE crews discovered a gas leak. Joyce says DTE crews have been working and repairing lines in the area for the last two or three weeks.
House explosion injures two in Commerce Township
COMMERCE TOWNSHIP, Mich. โ A house explosion in Commerce Township injured two people early Thursday morning. We sent the entire fire department here to put the fire out,โ said Commerce Township Fire Chief Jim Dundas. โWe had two victims taken to local hospitals.โCommerce township house explosion (WDIV)Itโs not known what caused the explosion, although Consumers Energy had technicians at the scene. The Oakland County Sheriffโs Office also had a fire investigator at the scene working to determine the cause. More: Commerce Township news
Gas leak forces evacuations in Franklin
FRANKLIN, Mich. โ A gas leak along Franklin Road has prompted evacuations at businesses and residences Tuesday morning. Police are calling the leak โmajorโ and are asking drivers to avoid downtown Franklin Road for the next few hours. The road is shut down. Stay with Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit for more information as it becomes available.