Sinkhole forces closure on Wixom Road; traffic, school bus routes impacted
Contractors dug a portion of North Wixom Road Tuesday, attempting to do a spot repair that may take at least a week because of a large sinkhole.
Contractors dug a portion of North Wixom Road Tuesday, attempting to do a spot repair that may take at least a week because of a large sinkhole.
The sinkhole in Fraser was approximately the size of a football field. Three nearby homes were condemned, including two that were demolished.
Demolition of two homes near the Fraser sinkhole is set to begin Friday.
"Certainly, by the end of the year," Macomb County Public Works chief Candice Miller said. "All of this done and the road, hopefully, depending on the weather."
At this point, it's unclear if President Trump is even aware of the sinkhole in Fraser.
"Macomb County got you there, now we need you to come back here," said Mayor Nichols.
Personnel in the State Emergency Operations Center are closely monitoring the situation and receiving updates from local officials as additional assessments are conducted.
Fraser residents met with city officials Thursday asking questions relating to the major sinkhole which opened up on Christmas Eve.
Raw sewage was pumped into the river -- not treated or even partially treated says Anne Vaara.
Schoolkids in Fraser are coming together to help classmates who were forced to leave their homes after a sewer collapse created a sinkhole on Christmas Eve.
Police say the man matched the description of a suspect in recent burglaries.
Natural gas leak has been repaired in the area of homes already compromised by the massive sinkhole.
Officials say the sinkhole is about 250 feet long by 100 feet wide, and engineers are concerned the gap could widen.
Houses sinking into the ground isn't the only residual issue a massive sinkhole is causing in Macomb County.
About 20 residents living on Eberlein Dr. in Fraser — near 15 Mile Rd. and Hayes Rd. — were evacuated from their homes over the Christmas holiday weekend after a massive sinkhole began opening up underneath some of the community's homes.
Consumers Energy spokesperson Debra Dodd says workers responded to a 911 call on Eberlein Dr. -- near 15 Mile Rd. and Hayes Rd. -- on Saturday morning.
A sinkhole the size of a swimming pool is keeping northbound Main Street closed past 12 Mile road in Royal Oak.
WWJ's Laura Bonnell described the sinkhole as the size of a small bus.
A section of pavement gives way in an east side Detroit neighborhood, shutting down an intersection until further notice.
Because of the size of the break, the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department said that the repair should take a few days.
Crews are inspecting a what appears to be a pothole-turned-sinkhole in Macomb County.
The accident dislodged the fire hydrant and damaged a water main on Borgman Street at the North I-94 service drive in Van Buren Township, creating a giant sinkhole and leaving residents without water.
There's a sinkhole in Macomb County in the middle of Hayes Road between 23 and 24 Mile roads, causing Hayes to be closed in that area.
A massive sinkhole could keep a busy street on Detroit's west side closed for weeks.
The massive sinkhole on Randolph Street should be repaired within two weeks, if not sooner.
The Detroit Lions made a move to address their secondary, grabbing Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold with the No. 24 pick in the NFL draft after a trade with Dallas.
A new rule will affect frozen breaded and stuffed raw chicken products that appear to be fully cooked but are only heat-treated.
CBS News Detroit is streaming live coverage at 10 a.m.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating whether last year's recall of Tesla's Autopilot driving system did enough to make sure drivers pay attention to the road.
Downtown Detroit is booming with NFL fans, thanks to Day 1 of the draft. The influx is also a boost for area businesses.
CBS News Detroit is streaming live coverage at 10 a.m.
One of the biggest events in the NFL year kicked off Thursday in downtown Detroit. Aside from community events happening in the area, many people are here to see who the teams will select in the 2024 NFL Draft.
The Detroit Lions selected Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold on Thursday in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
The Detroit Lions made a move to address their secondary, grabbing Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold with the No. 24 pick in the NFL draft after a trade with Dallas.
The woman charged in a deadly crash at a Monroe County birthday party that killed two children has posted bond two days later, according to the sheriff's office.
Ford Motor Co.'s first-quarter net income fell 24% from a year ago as the company's combustion engine vehicle unit saw revenue and sales decline.
Jeep maker Stellantis is planning to lay off an unspecified number of workers at its U.S. factories in the coming months to deal with a rapidly changing global auto market, the company said Tuesday.
Despite a small dip in U.S. vehicle sales, General Motors' first-quarter net income rose more than 25% on strong deliveries of pickup trucks and other higher-profit vehicles.
Workers at Mercedes-Benz factories near Tuscaloosa, Alabama, will vote next month on whether they want to be represented by the United Auto Workers union.
After leading the United Auto Workers on its historic strike against the Detroit Three automakers, Shawn Fain has been named on Time's list of the most influential people of 2024.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced that more than 275,000 fans attended the first day on Thursday, according to a spokesperson.
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges has been overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Many of the events taking place at the Corner Ballpark during the three-day event will be for kids, but go down Michigan Avenue, and there will be plenty for adults to do.
From art and architecture to entertainment, the Motor City is at the centerpiece of the draft.
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Foreigner, A Tribe Called Quest, Kool & The Gang, Ozzy Osbourne, Dave Matthews Band and Peter Frampton have been named to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
A new rule will affect frozen breaded and stuffed raw chicken products that appear to be fully cooked but are only heat-treated.
It's been a decade since the Flint water crisis began. Residents told CBS News the scandal still weighs heavily on the city.
An unprecedented six of the first 12 picks were quarterbacks, an NFL Draft record.
In 1961, Ed Dwight was selected by President John F. Kennedy to enter an Air Force training program known as the path to NASA's Astronaut Corps. But he ultimately never made it to space.
The median mortgage payment jumped to a record $2,843 in April, up nearly 13% from a year ago, a new analysis finds.
Federal officials say they're double checking whether pasteurization has eradicated the danger from possible bird virus particles in milk.
UnitedHealth said it paid the criminals behind attack that crippled hospitals and pharmacies to protect sensitive patient data.
The Michigan Legislature is considering two bills that could make getting access to hormonal birth control a little easier.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Organic option is best when buying certain produce, especially blueberries, nonprofit group says in analysis of chemical residues.
The Detroit Lions made a move to address their secondary, grabbing Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold with the No. 24 pick in the NFL draft after a trade with Dallas.
The Detroit Lions selected Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold on Thursday in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
Michigan football quarterback J.J. McCarthy is starting his NFL career with the Minnesota Vikings after being selected No. 10 in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
An unprecedented six of the first 12 picks were quarterbacks, an NFL Draft record.
The NFL draft gives players a chance to show their style and many take advantage with custom-made suits.
The Motor City is putting the final touches in place for the 2024 NFL Draft as it rolls into Detroit next week.
Michael Bickers, Regional President of PNC Southeast Michigan/Detroit, and Eric Poe, CEO of CURE Auto Insurance, appeared on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
Businesses across Michigan are feeling optimistic about the future after weathering the historic 100-year health pandemic that impacted every company in one way or another.
Three leaders talked about how the region is doing to help people deal with mental health issues.
The issue of abortion and IVF was also discussed during the roundtable, along with thoughts on how they might sway voters this fall.
The Rosedale Community Players will perform "An Inspector Calls" April 26-28, May 3-5 and May 10-11.
Detroit native and Basketball Hall of Fame member Chris Webber talks about his new memoir, "By God's Grace."
Highs near 80 with rain this weekend.
Downtown Detroit is booming with NFL fans thanks to Day 1 of the draft. The influx is also a boost for area businesses.
The first day of the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit did not disappoint. From the crowds to athletes and celebrities attending, Thursday also ended with hitting a record.