Spring thaw brings new round of potholes in Michigan
Potholes aren’t sudden defects, but the end result of a sustained structural failure. Water infiltrates the asphalt, freezes and expands, then contracts as it thaws, creating internal fissures. Over time, that repeated stress fractures the pavement from within, and traffic delivers the final blow. Then we’re left with these gaping holes causing issues for drivers. MDOT has a total annual budget of about $6.5 billion to $7.5 billion. Roughly 20% of non-winter maintenance goes to potholes.
Potholes aren’t sudden defects, but the end result of a sustained structural failure. Water infiltrates the asphalt, freezes and expands, then contracts as it thaws, creating internal fissures. Over time, that repeated stress fractures the pavement from within, and traffic delivers the final blow. Then we’re left with these gaping holes causing issues for drivers. MDOT has a total annual budget of about $6.5 billion to $7.5 billion. Roughly 20% of non-winter maintenance goes to potholes.
Spring thaw in Metro Detroit brings new nightmare pothole conditions for drivers
With the arrival of spring in Michigan, the roads have begun to reveal what winter has been quietly unraveling.
With the arrival of spring in Michigan, the roads have begun to reveal what winter has been quietly unraveling.
Retired Detroit sergeant linked to sixth assault case
Benjamin Wagner, 68, has been charged with kidnapping, first-degree criminal sexual conduct, and third-degree criminal sexual conduct stemming from an alleged 2002 crime involving a 14-year-old. This is the sixth kidnapping and rape Wagner has been linked to. According to the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office, the newly identified victim was walking to a school bus in the 15000 block of Trinity Street on Oct. 15, 2002 when Wagner allegedly pointed a gun at her, ordered her away from the scene, and sexually assaulted her.
Benjamin Wagner, 68, has been charged with kidnapping, first-degree criminal sexual conduct, and third-degree criminal sexual conduct stemming from an alleged 2002 crime involving a 14-year-old. This is the sixth kidnapping and rape Wagner has been linked to. According to the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office, the newly identified victim was walking to a school bus in the 15000 block of Trinity Street on Oct. 15, 2002 when Wagner allegedly pointed a gun at her, ordered her away from the scene, and sexually assaulted her.
Metro Detroit working to help TSA workers as DHS shutdown continues
President Donald Trump signed an executive order to give TSA workers back pay after going weeks without it due to the partial government shutdown affecting the Department of Homeland Security.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order to give TSA workers back pay after going weeks without it due to the partial government shutdown affecting the Department of Homeland Security.
Michigan's Biggest Fish: The 2025 Master Angler report is in
The submissions are in, the scores are tallied, and Michigan's Master Angler honors have been named.
The submissions are in, the scores are tallied, and Michigan's Master Angler honors have been named.
Mostyn Community Development launches Summer Bridge Program during Developmental Disabilities Awareness month
Jamie Sherrod speaks with Raphael Mostyn, Founder of Mostyn Community Development, to discuss its new Summer Bridge Program helping students with developmental disabilities transition into high school.
Jamie Sherrod speaks with Raphael Mostyn, Founder of Mostyn Community Development, to discuss its new Summer Bridge Program helping students with developmental disabilities transition into high school.
Rep. Haley Stevens introduces 'Hold ICE Accountable' act
Jamie Sherrod speaks with Rep. Haley Stevens about her newly introduced 'Hold ICE Accountable' act.
Jamie Sherrod speaks with Rep. Haley Stevens about her newly introduced 'Hold ICE Accountable' act.
Detroit Geologist Dr. Carolyn Carter on Preserving History & Family Legacy
Jamie Sherrod speaks with Detroit Geneologist, Dr. Carolyn Carter, about preserving history and family legacy.
Jamie Sherrod speaks with Detroit Geneologist, Dr. Carolyn Carter, about preserving history and family legacy.
Have You Seen Harvey?: Local woman offering $2,500 reward for missing dog
Jamie Sherrod speaks with Crissy Murphy about her missing dog, Harvey. She's offering a $2,500 reward for his return no questions asked.
Jamie Sherrod speaks with Crissy Murphy about her missing dog, Harvey. She's offering a $2,500 reward for his return no questions asked.
Matrix Human Services hosts annual Mission Breakfast, celebrating 120 years of service
Jamie Sherrod speaks with Starr Allen-Pettway, President & CEO of Matrix Human services about its upcoming Mission Breakfast and 120 years of service.
Jamie Sherrod speaks with Starr Allen-Pettway, President & CEO of Matrix Human services about its upcoming Mission Breakfast and 120 years of service.
Tiger Woods arrested in Florida, suspected of DUI, after Jupiter Island crash: Officials
Professional golfer Tiger Woods has been arrested in Florida under suspicion of DUI after a rollover crash on Jupiter Island, Florida.
Professional golfer Tiger Woods has been arrested in Florida under suspicion of DUI after a rollover crash on Jupiter Island, Florida.
Chaotic crash sends F-150 tumbling in Royal Oak dashcam video of suspected drunk driver
Police dashcam video from a traffic stop, recorded the collision as the driver of an F-150 truck goes through a red light and is T-boned by a sedan.
Police dashcam video from a traffic stop, recorded the collision as the driver of an F-150 truck goes through a red light and is T-boned by a sedan.
Inside Detroit's Old-Growth Forest | Brother Nature
Less than 1% of the original old growth forests in the eastern U.S. are still standing following centuries of development across the country. But there are some that remain, if you know where to look. One spot where they're located is right in Detroit at Palmer Park. Also on Brother Nature this week, how to age a tree.
Less than 1% of the original old growth forests in the eastern U.S. are still standing following centuries of development across the country. But there are some that remain, if you know where to look. One spot where they're located is right in Detroit at Palmer Park. Also on Brother Nature this week, how to age a tree.
Wild crash caught on Royal Oak police dashcam of suspected drunk driver
Courtesy: Royal Oak Police Department on Facebook. The crash took place in the early morning hours of March 22 at 13 Mile and Main Street.
Courtesy: Royal Oak Police Department on Facebook. The crash took place in the early morning hours of March 22 at 13 Mile and Main Street.
Ronia's Rundown: Viral Brooklyn guy, bringing malls back and NCAA Tournament
FOX 2 Detroit Live Anchor Ronia Shamona joins Aaron Jordan to discuss a number of trending stories, including a man from Brooklyn going viral for his reaction to ICE at airports, Gen-Z helping malls make a comeback and the NCAA Tournament rolling on.
FOX 2 Detroit Live Anchor Ronia Shamona joins Aaron Jordan to discuss a number of trending stories, including a man from Brooklyn going viral for his reaction to ICE at airports, Gen-Z helping malls make a comeback and the NCAA Tournament rolling on.
Championship courts made in Michigan
As the NCAA Tournament rolls through its second round, the courts they're playing on have a connection to the Great Lakes State. Zach Riberdy with Connor Sports in Crystal Falls, Michigan discusses how the company got involved in making these championship courts.
As the NCAA Tournament rolls through its second round, the courts they're playing on have a connection to the Great Lakes State. Zach Riberdy with Connor Sports in Crystal Falls, Michigan discusses how the company got involved in making these championship courts.
House Republicans push back on DHS funding bill
The U.S. House resists a bill passed unanimously by the Senate that would pay TSA workers, but not fund immigration enforcement. Oakland University Political Science Chair Dr. Peter Trumbore discusses the possible fallout.
The U.S. House resists a bill passed unanimously by the Senate that would pay TSA workers, but not fund immigration enforcement. Oakland University Political Science Chair Dr. Peter Trumbore discusses the possible fallout.
Senate-backed bill to fund TSA and most of Homeland Security stalled by House Republicans
House Republicans rejected a Senate-backed measure to fund TSA and most of the Department of Homeland Security.
House Republicans rejected a Senate-backed measure to fund TSA and most of the Department of Homeland Security.
Artemis II: Meet the astronauts headed to the moon and back
Artemis II will be the first crewed mission to the moon in more than 50 years.
Artemis II will be the first crewed mission to the moon in more than 50 years.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions start April 1 in Texas and Virginia — See what other states have bans
Texas and Virginia are the latest states to begin enforcing new purchase restrictions for SNAP, the taxpayer-funded food assistance program.
Texas and Virginia are the latest states to begin enforcing new purchase restrictions for SNAP, the taxpayer-funded food assistance program.