Staffing shortages from omicron variant hitting SMART bus routes, schedules hard
"What we are experiencing right now in particular, is drivers either testing positive for or quarantining isolating per our SMART policy and so not available to drive," said Robert Cramer,"Without a driver driving the vehicle, it’s difficult to get that service out on the road."
What's next for Michigan Central Station 34 years after historic Detroit train depot shuttered
The last train left Michigan Central Station 34 years ago, on Jan. 5, 1988. Today, Ford is in the process of finishing up the Detroit train depot's restoration that began in 2018.
Michigan gas prices stay the same as last week; still up 87 cents from last year
After weeks of decreasing gas prices, the average cost of a gallon of gas in Michigan is remaining steady.
Billions for roads, bridges, water, and internet - what $1 trillion in infrastructure means for Michigan
The state is expected to receive billions in stimulus for fixing roads, replacing lead water pipes, and expanding access to the internet and electric vehicle charging stations. Here's how much of each.
REV Midwest: 5 governors commit to network for charging electric vehicles
Governors of five Midwestern states have reached a bipartisan agreement to forge a network for charging electric vehicles.
DDOT proposes schedule changes that will reduce frequency on some routes, cut others
The transit agency is planning on boosting the reliability of its bus system by reducing the number of scheduled trips each bus will make on selected routes.
Melvindale-North Allen Park Schools cancels bus routes
A school district in Michigan has canceled bus routes after the vendor contracted to provide the routes has canceled the contract, leaving parents in a bind to find ways to get their children to school.
Michigan city's practice of chalking tires to mark parking limits challenged in federal court
A previous ruling in the case came from an Appeals court that said marking tires could be illegal without a warrant. The city of Saginaw has been in a legal battle with a woman who had 14 parking tickets before suing the city.
Gordie Howe Bridge donates another $50,000 to Detroit and Delray groups
Southwest Detroit and Delray will receive $250,000 in community benefits in exchange for the construction of the massive international bridge.
Michigan Rep. Andy Levin "hopeful" about state's future despite loss in Congress
Michigan's population didn't grow as much as other states did and lost a seat in Congress because of it. The state's geography will be a draw to encourage people to move here, but Michigan must boost its public transit options, the congressman said.
Delta opens middle seats after canceling almost 100 flights, including some to Detroit
Delta is trying to recover from its $12 billion loss in 2020. Instead, staff shortages forced it to cancel almost 100 flights on Sunday. To accommodate stranded passengers, it reopened its middle seats.
State supreme court declines appeal challenging construction of Gordie Howe Bridge
The companies that own the Ambassador Bridge, run by the Moroun family, sued over the condemnation of land to make room for the bridge.
Biden dangles tax credits for electric vehicles in $2.3 trillion infrastructure plan
The president's next big bill is a massive infrastructure plan that would boost investment in the country's faltering roads and bridges. It would also send tax credits to anyone who purchases an electric vehicle.
QLINE to resume operations in summer 2021, testing starts Monday
Detroit's QLINE will start testing on Monday, March 29th, with plans to resume operations later in the summer.
Small plane lands safely at Michigan airport after landing gear malfunctioned
A small plane landed safely at a Lansing-area airport after the landing gear failed to deploy. The plane's underside sustained damage upon landing.
Michigan gas prices to jump as Texas refineries freeze
A dozen refineries in the southern U.S. have shut down due to Arctic temperatures freezing pipelines carrying oil and natural gas. The effects are likely to ripple up to Michigan, pushing gas prices up.
Masks now required on all public transportation, CDC says
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a mandate that builds on an executive order from President Joe Biden that requires mask-wearing in most public spaces.
Lyft leads coalition offering 60 million rides to and from COVID-19 vaccination sites
Lyft is offering 60 million free or discounted rides to and from coronavirus vaccination sites in uninsured, at-risk and low-income communities.
Tests for new Michigan train between Ann Arbor and Traverse City on hold
A new proposal for a passenger train from Ann Arbor to northern Michigan his new obstacles related to the pandemic after test runs were put on hold for the proposed 240-mile line.
DDOT Workers expected to return to work
DDOT workers expected to return to work