"Major Funding Announcement" For Light Rail Expected Friday
The U.S. Transportation Secretary is coming to Detroit on Friday to make "a major funding announcement" that is expected to involve plans for a light rail system.
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The U.S. Transportation Secretary is coming to Detroit on Friday to make "a major funding announcement" that is expected to involve plans for a light rail system.
Officials later this week are expected to make an announcement about a trainload of federal money heading to Detroit for the Woodward Light Rail project.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood says he's ready to start funding a light rail passenger line and fast bus lines in the Detroit area if state and regional officials can finally work together on ending the metro area's status as the nation's largest without mass transit.
A proposed passenger rail system running from downtown Detroit to the city's New Center area won't get a $25 million grant that supporters were seeking, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said.
WWJ Newsradio 950 and CBSDetroit.com are your destinations for complete coverage of Friday's expected announcement on an agreement between Michigan and Canada to build a new bridge over the Detroit River, and the jobs that would come along with it.
Governor Snyder and Detroit Mayor Dave Bing are set to meet with federal transportation leaders on a possible light-rail system in Detroit.
LaHood says the line will offer fast and efficient access to the western Michigan city's central business district and relieve congestion.
The $32.4 million transit center renovation and expansion was funded with $10.6 million from the federal Recovery Act and an additional $17.4 million in federal transit funds.
Word is expected to come on Wednesday that plans for a light rail system along Woodward are being scrapped in favor of a rapid-transit bus system.
Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood says the Chevy Volt is safe to drive even though the government is investigating fires caused by damage to the electric car's battery.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood says he's awarded $150 million to Michigan to buy a rail line for high-speed passenger service between Chicago and Detroit.
Mayor Dave Bing calls it a "landmark moment" in Detroit's effort to bring light rail service to the city.
The train trip from Detroit to Chicago will get a lot faster in the coming years, thanks to some federal funding announced Monday.
LaHood is expected to be joined by top city officials at Detroit's Amtrak station Monday afternoon.
Cade Cunningham had 13 of his 29 points in the fourth quarter and the Detroit Pistons rallied to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 122-116 on Friday night.
In Oakland County, Michigan, some scammers are working hard to make sure their pockets end up delightful this holiday season.
A 71-year-old Michigan man is in critical condition after suffering a medical emergency, causing him to strike a utility pole in Macomb County.
Michigan Army veteran Ed Bambas, 88, started working again after losing his pension. But thanks to the kindness of strangers, he received a life-changing gift to allow him to retire a second time.
The Plymouth Township Police Department says it is investigating a "suspicious situation" after a man allegedly approached two middle school students while holding a pocket knife.
Michigan Army veteran Ed Bambas, 88, started working again after losing his pension. But thanks to the kindness of strangers, he received a life-changing gift to allow him to retire a second time.
In Oakland County, Michigan, some scammers are working hard to make sure their pockets end up delightful this holiday season.
A 71-year-old Michigan man is in critical condition after suffering a medical emergency, causing him to strike a utility pole in Macomb County.
Southeast Michigan has a couple of chances for snow over the weekend.
Legionella bacteria were found through water testing in the building late Thursday after an employee was diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease.
Slower adoption of electric vehicles was cited as the reason for pending layoffs at GM's Factory Zero.
Yanfeng will close its Romulus production facility, located at 9800 Inkster Road.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $3.06 per gallon, which is 1 cent more than last week but 3 cents less than at the same time a year ago.
Most of the intersections and roundabouts that made the 2024 list are in Southeast Michigan.
Avancez said a change in customer orders will result in layoffs during December at its Hazel Park location.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
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Stoppard was often hailed as the greatest British playwright of his generation.
More than 75 dazzling displays lined up to march down Woodward Avenue, led by Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, who served as grand marshal for the parade.
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The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
Michigan State has received a $401 million gift from Greg and Dawn Williams, supporting the university's and athletic department's fundraising initiatives with the largest donation to the school and one of the richest in college sports history.
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
A former autoworker was given back his retirement through the kindness of strangers.
Many people living with MS are limited from taking nature walks shown to improve mental health, so Hala Darwish is bringing Mother Nature to them.
Legionella bacteria were found through water testing in the building late Thursday after an employee was diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease.
The new guidelines are effective at all DMC locations, including the Children's Hospital of Michigan.
The sheriff's office says closure for Building 38E is effective Friday through the weekend.
Women who have a doula are 47% less likely to have a cesarean delivery and a 29% lower chance of having a preterm delivery, according to a study published in the National Library of Medicine.
Cade Cunningham had 13 of his 29 points in the fourth quarter and the Detroit Pistons rallied to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 122-116 on Friday night.
Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch tore his left Achilles tendon against the Dallas Cowboys, according to a person familiar with the situation.
Michigan State has received a $401 million gift from Greg and Dawn Williams, supporting the university's and athletic department's fundraising initiatives with the largest donation to the school and one of the richest in college sports history.
Jahmyr Gibbs and the Detroit Lions have beaten the Dallas Cowboys to stay atop the NFC wild-card race.
Adam Fantilli tied it with 1:31 left in the regulation with his second goal of the game, Kirill Marchenko had the shootout winner and the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Detroit Red Wings 6-5 on Thursday night.
The Detroit show will attract hundreds of thousands to the area as automakers, tech companies and more gravitate to downtown Detroit.
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Businesses in Oakland County are dealing with customers using fake cash this holiday shopping season. CBS News Detroit's Terell Bailey spoke with a business owner in Oxford whose store was hit.
An 88-year-old Army veteran from Michigan went viral after sharing his story about having to find work after losing his pension. After a GoFundMe raised over $1 million, Ed Bambas was surprised with the check on Friday.
Light snow arrives on Sunday morning to kick off a week of on-and-off snow showers.
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