Westbound I-696 traffic shifts to eastbound lanes in Oakland County
Read full article: Westbound I-696 traffic shifts to eastbound lanes in Oakland CountyA major transformation of I-696 in Oakland County begins this weekend as crews shut down all westbound lanes between I-75 and Telegraph Road, with impacts expected to last through fall 2026.
MDOT restarts I-375 project, cutting costs and prioritizing community concerns
Read full article: MDOT restarts I-375 project, cutting costs and prioritizing community concernsAfter hitting pause on the massive effort to rebuild I-375, MDOT has restarted the clock on the project that’s expected to create a street-level boulevard near downtown -- albeit with some changes.
2 sinkholes cause closures on Southfield Freeway ramps to eastbound I-96, MDOT says
Read full article: 2 sinkholes cause closures on Southfield Freeway ramps to eastbound I-96, MDOT saysTwo sinkholes were discovered Monday on the entrance ramps from M-39 to eastbound I-96, prompting ramp closures, the Michigan Department of Transportation announced.
Why the I-375 project in Detroit has been delayed
Read full article: Why the I-375 project in Detroit has been delayedThe Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced a pause to the I-375 Reconnecting Communities project in Detroit, citing rising costs and design concerns. The decision leaves $37 million already invested in preliminary work as the department reevaluates the project’s future.
Oakland County residents demand relief as I-75 construction is causing safety concerns
Read full article: Oakland County residents demand relief as I-75 construction is causing safety concernsThe construction of I-75 is causing numerous problems for the people living nearby. You guessed it, it’s causing congestion on even the side streets in some places.
Why some officials want Michigan drivers to avoid this stretch of I-75 entirely
Read full article: Why some officials want Michigan drivers to avoid this stretch of I-75 entirelyFire chiefs from three Oakland County departments issued an urgent warning about dangerous conditions along a 15-mile stretch of I-75 under construction between Grand Blanc and Independence Township, calling the situation a “public safety crisis.”
Oakland County fire chiefs warn of ‘public safety crisis’ on I-75 amid hazardous construction
Read full article: Oakland County fire chiefs warn of ‘public safety crisis’ on I-75 amid hazardous constructionFire chiefs from three Oakland County departments issued an urgent warning about dangerous conditions along a 15-mile stretch of I-75 under construction between Grand Blanc and Independence Township, calling the situation a “public safety crisis.”
Michigan Avenue in Corktown to undergo construction -- What’s next for the future of the red bricks?
Read full article: Michigan Avenue in Corktown to undergo construction -- What’s next for the future of the red bricks?Big changes are on the horizon for Michigan Avenue in Corktown, where the iconic red brick road will soon be a thing of the past.
Why drivers might want to rethink using ‘mile roads’ to avoid 2-year I-696 closure
Read full article: Why drivers might want to rethink using ‘mile roads’ to avoid 2-year I-696 closureI-696 is about to close for two years and cause major headaches for drivers. But you might want to rethinking using the "mile roads" to get around the closure.
Metro Detroiters face commuting challenges amid I-696 closures
Read full article: Metro Detroiters face commuting challenges amid I-696 closuresDiane Cross, Public Information Officer with the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), provided Local 4 with insights into the extensive I-696 project set to impact drivers starting this weekend.
Drivers advised to rethink using ‘mile roads’ to avoid I-696 closures as multiple projects begin
Read full article: Drivers advised to rethink using ‘mile roads’ to avoid I-696 closures as multiple projects beginIf you thought about using the Mile roads to work your way around MDOT’s I-696 closure, you may want to think again.
Businesses, commuters, college campuses brace for impact of I-696 closure
Read full article: Businesses, commuters, college campuses brace for impact of I-696 closureWhat do businesses, delivery drivers, college campuses, and commuters have in common? Tens of thousands of them will all be impacted by the upcoming closure of I-696.
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.
I-275 construction pauses for winter in Wayne County: What to know
Read full article: I-275 construction pauses for winter in Wayne County: What to knowAll lanes of I-275 in Wayne County will be open to traffic on Friday as the revitalization project takes a winter pause before officially wrapping up next year.
All I-275 lanes to reopen in Wayne County in time for holiday travel
Read full article: All I-275 lanes to reopen in Wayne County in time for holiday travelAll lanes of I-275 will reopen Friday in Metro Detroit as the revitalization project takes a winter pause before officially wrapping up next year.
Nearly 300 countdown crosswalk signals are coming to Westland
Read full article: Nearly 300 countdown crosswalk signals are coming to WestlandThe city of Westland, which was awarded $670,000 through an MDOT program, will help increase the safety and ease of getting around more than 40 spots in the city.
Crash closes SB lanes of Lodge Freeway at Chicago Boulevard in Wayne County; multiple people injured
Read full article: Crash closes SB lanes of Lodge Freeway at Chicago Boulevard in Wayne County; multiple people injuredA car crash that injured multiple people has caused the closure of the southbound lanes of Lodge Freeway at Chicago Boulevard in Wayne County.
Michigan Labor Day weekend travel guide: Active construction zones, gas prices
Read full article: Michigan Labor Day weekend travel guide: Active construction zones, gas pricesThe Michigan Department of Transportation is lifting traffic restrictions in some areas to help travelers over Labor Day weekend.
Update: Crash involving pedestrian that closed WB lanes of I-94 at Harper Avenue in Macomb County reopens
Read full article: Update: Crash involving pedestrian that closed WB lanes of I-94 at Harper Avenue in Macomb County reopensThe crash that closed the westbound lanes of I-94 at Harper Avenue in Macomb County has reopened.
Michigan State Police share crash statistics for 2022: What to know
Read full article: Michigan State Police share crash statistics for 2022: What to knowMichigan State Police have released highway crash statistics for 2022, which are alarming as there were more than 293,000 accidents, and in those crashes, 1,123 people died, which is down one percent from 2021 when fewer people were on the road, but it's 15% higher than in 2018.
Michigan construction guide for 4th of July travel: Here’s what’s closed, open
Read full article: Michigan construction guide for 4th of July travel: Here’s what’s closed, openIf you’re hitting the road in Michigan for the Fourth of July holiday weekend or week -- you’ll want to check the construction list!
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.
M-14 ramp to northbound I-275 to be closed through end of July
Read full article: M-14 ramp to northbound I-275 to be closed through end of JulyTraffic will be detoured through eastbound M-14 and I-96 to Farmington Road, then westbound I-96 and M-14 to northbound I-275. The traffic shift will affect freeway and ramp traffic.
Michigan Memorial Day weekend travel guide: Gas prices, lane restrictions, and best times to drive
Read full article: Michigan Memorial Day weekend travel guide: Gas prices, lane restrictions, and best times to driveMDOT will be removing lane restrictions on 81 road and bridge projects across Michigan to help ease traffic delays for travelers on Memorial Day weekend.
Distracted driver following too close injures several people in car crash on I-75 in Woodhaven
Read full article: Distracted driver following too close injures several people in car crash on I-75 in WoodhavenA car crash on I-75 in Woodhaven has left multiple adults and children injured, according to officials.
MDOT emphasizes importance of input from Detroit residents in I-375 redesign process
Read full article: MDOT emphasizes importance of input from Detroit residents in I-375 redesign processIt’s the highway that displaced two historically Black communities in Detroit, and Wednesday night, the plan to re-imagine I-375 is getting one step closer to reality.
Neighbors demand solutions for major increase in traffic noise coming from I-75 in Troy
Read full article: Neighbors demand solutions for major increase in traffic noise coming from I-75 in TroyEver since I-75 got a makeover in Troy, neighbors have complained about a significant increase in traffic noise—especially those who live along the east side of I-75.
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.
Massive project in Oakland County set to rebuild nine miles of I-696
Read full article: Massive project in Oakland County set to rebuild nine miles of I-696If you traveled I-696 through Farmington Hills, your commute got much more congested for the rest of the year and the subsequent construction season.
MDOT addresses street safety concerns for residents living along Stephenson Highway in Royal Oak
Read full article: MDOT addresses street safety concerns for residents living along Stephenson Highway in Royal OakA big mess ensues in Royal Oak alongside the construction project on I-75 as a stretch of Stephenson Highway between 11 Mile Road, and Lincoln is open, but residents wonder if it’s safe to drive.
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.
Crash closes all lanes westbound of 8 Mile Road between Inkster, Grand River in Oakland County
Read full article: Crash closes all lanes westbound of 8 Mile Road between Inkster, Grand River in Oakland CountyA crash has caused the closure of all lanes westbound of 8 Mile Road between Inkster and Grand River in Oakland County.
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.
City of Detroit responsible for freeway cleaning after $650K deal with MDOT
Read full article: City of Detroit responsible for freeway cleaning after $650K deal with MDOTExpect the freeways to be cleaner now that the city will be responsible for freeway cleanup within the limits of Detroit. A $650,000 agreement has been made with MDOT that will allow the city to take matters into its own hands.
Winter storm creates dangerous travel conditions in Metro Detroit: Live traffic map, updates
Read full article: Winter storm creates dangerous travel conditions in Metro Detroit: Live traffic map, updatesA dangerous winter storm is likely to wreak havoc on all forms of travel on Friday in Southeast Michigan.
What to know about I-275 construction: 1 lane open in each direction through mid-December
Read full article: What to know about I-275 construction: 1 lane open in each direction through mid-DecemberTraffic is going to be switched onto the newly built lanes of southbound I-275 from 6 Mile Road to Eureka Road.