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.

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.

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.

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 returning to work Monday - what will that look like? 

It’s official, DDOT workers will be returning back to work on Monday, after a written agreement between the ATU Local 26 and The Detroit Department of Transportation was released Sunday. 

Legislation would ban almost all mobile electronic device use while driving

A new bill introduced in the State Senate would amend Michigan's distracted driving laws, broadening what would be illegal while operating a vehicle.

Gordie Howe bridge will include 5 pedestrian bridges built over I-75

The Gordie Howe International Bridge team unveiled new renderings of what the bridge will look like on Thursday, showing off five new pedestrian bridges that will be part of the Michigan interchange work being completed.

Lawmakers, county executives restarting effort to bring regional transit to Michigan

Three county executives and a Republican lawmaker introduced plans to help leaders from Oakland, Wayne and Washtenaw negotiate a service area that would help public engagement.

Michigan car insurance fee falling to $100 per car in July

Michigan drivers who want unlimited medical coverage for crash injuries will pay $100 per vehicle starting in July, which will be 55% less than the record-high $220 annual fee they currently pay.

More distracted driving warnings after dog in woman's car leads to deadly crash

A 71-year-old woman is recovering at a local hospital and a 73-year old man is dead after distracted driving crash in Washtenaw County's York Township.