Driver brace for I-696 construction road closures
The I-696 project will impact tens of thousands of drivers for about two years while MDOT rebuilds the interstate.
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The I-696 project will impact tens of thousands of drivers for about two years while MDOT rebuilds the interstate.
The construction from Southfield to Royal Oak will affect tens of thousands of drivers daily for at least two years beginning in March 2025.
MDOT says barrels remain on the shoulders, and additional punch list work will continue through the end of the year.
The nonprofit unveiled the results of a peer review report Wednesday morning.
It is unclear what caused the semi-truck to crash.
Lane and ramp closures will be in place on I-96 in Oakland County this week as crews work on lane markings and overhead sign installation.
Both directions of I-96 near Beck Road will be closed due to a crash and gravel spill. The closure is expected to last until 2:30 p.m. on Thursday.
Michigan is one of the states where deer-vehicle crashes happen the most, and state agencies are working to address the problem.
The project is called the US-12 Detroit Mobility and Innovation Corridor — Corktown project.
According to the Michigan Department of Transportation, one of the semi-trucks caught on fire and another lost its load.
Road resurfacing projects will begin in Genesee, Lenawee and St. Clair counties this week.
The Michigan Department of Transportation shared a YouTube video on Wednesday showing how it uses a Ford Model T to inspect state roads in Amish and Mennonite communities.
The Michigan Department of Transportation's Clare Welcome Center will host the National Work Zone Memorial over the Fourth of July holiday weekend for the third year in a row.
Due to a new work safety law in Michigan, more lane closures are required as crews work on Southfield Freeway in Dearborn and Allen Park.
When you hop on the interstate in the area, you can already bet there's some construction on your route. From lane extensions to new bridges being built, quite a bit is happening throughout the Metro Detroit area.
The $139 million project includes rebuilding the freeway with new pavement from Sheldon Road to Newburgh Road, including the M-14/I-96/I-275 interchange ramps.
Both directions of Michigan Avenue between Haggerty and Hannan roads will have closures from April 15 through July.
Eastpointe City Council voted to temporarily abandon a road diet plan for Nine Mile Road due to funding concerns.
Imagine watching a concert or meeting up with friends on top of I-75 in Downtown Detroit.
The traffic shift planned to happen this weekend on I-75 between Ortonville Road and Oakland-Genesee County will not happen due to "unforeseen delays."
Drake Road will be closed between 11 and 12 Mile roads from March 18 through April 1.
Crews will close part of Inkster Road and the southbound US-24 ramp to southbound M-10 as work on the I-696 Restore the Reuther project continues.
A new MDOT survey wants Michigan drivers to take on changing the gas tax. Right now, the state charges 30 cents on the gallon for gas.
The bridge work scheduled to happen east of Telegraph Road as part of the I-696 Restore the Reuther project has been delayed until Jan. 22 due to the winter weather throughout southeast Michigan.
If you travel along I-696, a roughly four-month project is set to begin along the interstate, causing lanes to shut down and ramps to close.
The Pontiac School District said a teacher "no longer works for the district" in the aftermath of a video that appeared to show a verbal confrontation with a student.
An attempted drug smuggling scheme that included methamphetamine found in a state prison yard in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is under investigation.
A Mt. Clemens man has pleaded no contest on multiple charges relating to child porn, the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office said.
A network of satellites supported 300 rescues across the U.S. and its surrounding waters in 2025, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.
Two Detroit men have been charged in the aftermath of a wrong-way driving incident and crash on Eight Mile Road in Warren.
The Pontiac School District said a teacher "no longer works for the district" in the aftermath of a video that appeared to show a verbal confrontation with a student.
Initial estimates showed that it would take five to seven years for renovations at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, but lawmakers said on Tuesday they want it done by the end of 2028.
As the war with Iran continues, people in Metro Detroit are worried that they're going to continue to feel the ripple effects at the pump moving forward.
An attempted drug smuggling scheme that included methamphetamine found in a state prison yard in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is under investigation.
A Detroit man has been charged under Michigan's safe storage law after his 6-year-old daughter accidentally shot herself with an unsecured gun in a home.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Faster Horses, a multi-day country music festival, will not return this summer to Michigan International Speedway.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
A network of satellites supported 300 rescues across the U.S. and its surrounding waters in 2025, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.
As the war with Iran continues, people in Metro Detroit are worried that they're going to continue to feel the ripple effects at the pump moving forward.
Jaylon Tyson scored 22 points, James Harden added 18 and the Cleveland Cavaliers avenged a recent loss in Detroit by beating the East-leading Pistons 113-109 despite playing without injured star Donovan Mitchell.
Initial estimates showed that it would take five to seven years for renovations at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, but lawmakers said on Tuesday they want it done by the end of 2028.
Six American service members have been killed in the U.S.-Iran conflict, U.S. Central Command said.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Henry Ford Health and Teamsters Local 332 remain locked in a labor dispute over a nurses' contract.
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield on Monday appointed former Dearborn Public Health Officer Ali Abazeed as Detroit's new chief public health officer.
Lawmakers say Green Alerts won't just help bring veterans to safety, but also national guard and active service members.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Jaylon Tyson scored 22 points, James Harden added 18 and the Cleveland Cavaliers avenged a recent loss in Detroit by beating the East-leading Pistons 113-109 despite playing without injured star Donovan Mitchell.
This past weekend was filled with the NCAA indoor track championships, including the Ivy League Championships held at the Nike Track at the Armory in New York City.
The Detroit Lions are shaking up their offense with the release of offensive lineman Graham Glasgow on Monday.
The Lions are trading running back David Montgomery to the Texans in exchange for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs, according to CBS Sports.
Detroit SportsNet, a newly launched cable/satellite television channel, will be the broadcast home of the Tigers and the Red Wings.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
A 42-inch water main replacement is near completion along 14 Mile Road in Novi.
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