Unexploded WWII bomb halts high-speed rail travel connecting Paris to London and Brussels
The discovery of a huge, unexploded World War II-era bomb near the tracks of Paris’ busiest railway station has caused major disruptions across Europe.
Woodward Corridor Plan: How to share feedback on future of road
MDOT has been collecting data on traffic, pedestrian safety, and more along the road from Detroit to Pontiac, with the goal of improving Woodward to meet the needs of all users, including drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and those who use public transit.
Trump fires hundreds of FAA workers weeks after deadly DCA plane crash
The Trump administration has begun firing several hundred Federal Aviation Administration employees, upending staff on a busy air travel weekend and just weeks after a January fatal mid-air collision at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Southwest Airlines to cut 15% of its workforce in its first-ever mass layoffs
The Dallas-based airline says its “workforce reductions" of 1,750 jobs will focus mainly on corporate overhead and leadership positions, including senior leadership and directors.
Scottsdale Airport: Plane crashes into another plane, killing 1, injuring several others
A plane veered off the runway after landing at Scottsdale Airport on Monday and crashed into another plane, the Federal Aviation Administration says. One person was killed and several others were hurt.
Mötley Crüe's Vince Neil owns one of the planes involved in Scottsdale crash
One of the planes involved in the deadly Scottsdale plane crash is owned by Mötley Crüe frontman Vince Neil.
Beware of unpaid toll text message scam
A new text message scam is targeting drivers with claims that they have unpaid tolls that they need to pay soon or they'll be fined.
Michigan's public transit community celebrates 2024 successes, but funding issues remain
Even as more bus routes, better service, and improved dialogue around transit highlighted 2024, divided government and Trump's pause on federal grants will make any expanded transit tough in Michigan.
Getting around Belle Isle: State recommends improvements to mobility on Detroit island
The results of a 2 1/2 study of mobility on Belle Isle include recommendations for improving how people get around the Detroit island.
Renderings of I-75 cap in Detroit show what public space over highway could provide
What would a pedestrian-friendly bridge over I-75 look like? Money for the final design has been awarded to MDOT as plans move forward to cap the highway in downtown Detroit.
Wayne County voters could expand transit during 2026 midterms
Wayne County secured a key victory after the governor signed a law ending opt-outs for public transit. But they will need the voters to approve expanding it.
Lions vs. Commanders game: How to get to Detroit for just $2 this weekend
Headed to the Detroit Lions game vs. the Washington Commanders on Saturday at Ford Field? Catch a bus to avoid the traffic and parking.
Detroit People Mover selects firm for improvement study
The People Mover is riding the momentum of its 2024 surge in ridership and the Detroit's growth, hoping to be part of the reimagining of the city.
Wayne County public transit expansion inches closer to reality after bill clears Michigan House
There are 17 communities that could be impacted by the legislation if lawmakers approve the bill, which would eliminate the opt-out function that has created a patchwork of bus stops in Wayne County
Detroit Thanksgiving Parade: Road closures, parking, downtown transportation
The annual parade, the Turkey Trot, and the Detroit Lions are all adding to the fun of Thanksgiving in the Motor City. Here's how to plan ahead:
Detroit People Mover to resume operations by Thanksgiving Day
The People Mover will return to service on Nov. 27, kickstarting 36 hours of operation for Thanksgiving Day.
Wayne County public transit legislation clears House committee
In a small but important step toward expanding transit, lawmakers and officials have advanced a bill that would make it so communities could not opt out of the transit network in Wayne County.
Downtown Detroit Partnership makes recommendations for I-375 rebuild
Residents expressed their displeasure with MDOT's original design of a nine lane boulevard. The new plan includes as few as four lanes. Here's what else is being planned:
States with the most weather-related car accidents: Study
Data from 2018 to 2022 analyzed all of the fatal car accidents in the United States and found which states had the highest number of fatal car accidents due to bad weather.
Steps to expand Wayne County public transit could start with November vote in legislature
After years of waiting, Wayne County could soon expand its public transit by removing the option for communities to opt-out of the network. Here's how that could happen: