Bridge work on I-696 "Restore the Reuther" project requires month long closure in Farmington Hills

The Michigan Department of Transportation announced that on Monday crews will begin work on the I-696 bridges over Drake Road in Farmington Hills.

• Mar 31, 2023

Here's what you need to know about the I-96 Flex Route, I-696 construction this weekend

The Michigan Department of Transportation released a list of I-96 Flex Route and I-696 lane and ramp closures happening this weekend.

• Mar 17, 2023

MSP trooper struck during crash on I-696 in Oak Park

A trooper was injured after a vehicle failed to move over during a crash on I-696 in Oak Park.

• Mar 13, 2023

I-696 construction project begins Thursday: Here are closures

A major construction project on Interstate 696 in Oakland County will close the ramps from I-275 to Telegraph Road on Thursday.

• Mar 8, 2023

Driver killed after crashing vehicle into tree in Farmington Hills

One person is dead after a fiery crash along the westbound lanes of I-696 in Farmington Hills.

• Feb 20, 2023

Man killed in rollover crash on I-696 in Farmington Hills

A 40-year-old man from Troy was killed in a rollover crash on I-696 Wednesday morning, Michigan State Police said.

• Dec 7, 2022

Driver shot with BB gun on I-696 in Warren

A man was shot in the arm with a BB gun while driving on Interstate 696 in Warren.

• Nov 21, 2022

MDOT: 2 major freeways, other road closures in Metro Detroit this weekend

The Michigan Department of Transportation announced road closures happening in the Metro Detroit area this weekend, which includes the closure of two major freeways.

• Nov 11, 2022

MDOT: Westbound I-696 in Oakland County to close this weekend, all I-96 lanes reopen

A portion of westbound I-696 will be closed this weekend, and all three lanes on I-96 have been reopened, the Michigan Department of Transportation announced Wednesday.

• Nov 9, 2022

I-75 closing between I-696 & Square Lake starting Friday night

Crews will close I-75 between I-696 and Square Lake starting at 9 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 4 to shift lanes back to normal.

• Nov 1, 2022

I-696 closing this weekend in Oakland County

I-696 will be closed over the weekend as part of continued work on the $275 million Rebuilding Michigan project.

• Oct 28, 2022

MSP Stop 20-Year-Old Man Driving 90 MPH, Find Loaded Pistol, AR-15

Police say the pistol was registered to the 20-year-old, but he does not have a concealed pistol license.

• Dec 3, 2020

Macomb County Engineers Working To Stop Green Substance Spread On I-696

Macomb County engineers are working to stop the spread of a green substance found oozing onto I-696, according to officials.

• Dec 24, 2019

Fatal Crash On I-696 Results In Shutdown Of Eastbound Lanes

Michigan State Police are reporting that there has been a fatal crash tonight on eastbound I-696 that has resulted in a complete shutdown of the highway.

• Nov 6, 2017

Traffic Alert: MDOT Begins 3 Month Project To Replace I-696 Tunnel Lights

The Michigan Department of Transportation is about to make I-696 in Oakland County a lot brighter.

• Oct 29, 2016

Traffic Alert: Westbound I-696 Closed For Construction This Weekend

If you were planning on using I-696 this weekend in southern Oakland County, you're going to need a detour.

• Jun 3, 2016

Traffic Alert: Weekend Road Work

Check this list of construction zones to avoid before hitting the roads this weekend.

• May 21, 2016

Traffic Alert: Westbound I-696 To Shut Down This Weekend For Construction

If you were planning on using I-696 this weekend in southern Oakland County, you're going to need a detour.

• May 17, 2016

SUV 'Engulfed In Flames' Slows Traffic On I-696 Friday

An SUV fire at I-696 Eastbound before Evergreen Rd. (Exit 11) slowed traffic to a crawl, early Friday afternoon.

• May 13, 2016

Driver Dies After Slamming Into Road Maintenance Crew On I-696

Police say excessive speed might have been a factor in the crash.

• Apr 6, 2016

2 Killed In Crash Closing I-696 At I-96 In Novi

A tow truck driver was stopped on the shoulder assisting a stalled motorist when he was hit.

• Oct 15, 2015

MDOT Spending $2.3 Million To Cover Dead-Looking Areas Along I-696 With Mulch

Crews have been using blower tubes to spray brown shredded bark mulch on the sloping hillsides.

• Sep 29, 2015

Cops Warn Drivers About Police Impersonator Spotted On I-696

Michigan State Police received a call about a phony traffic cop in the area of I-696 and Hilton Road.

• Aug 27, 2015

Multi-Vehicle Accident Causes Gridlock On M-10 At Telegraph Road

A lot of people were late for work, but traffic is now flowing again along I-696 and M-10 in Southfield.

• Aug 12, 2015

Police ID 17-Year-Old Killed In Crash With Gravel Hauler On I-696 Ramp, Say Speed Was A Factor

Michigan State Police have released the identity of a Taylor teen killed in an accident in Farmington Hills.

• Aug 11, 2015

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