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Court Order Blocks Release of Detroit Police Body Camera Footage Following Fireworks-Night Shooting
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Court Order Blocks Release of Detroit Police Body Camera Footage Following Fireworks-Night Shooting

A Wayne County judge has temporarily blocked the release of Detroit police body camera footage related to a fatal officer-involved shooting during the city's Fourth of July fireworks celebrations. The court ruled that releasing the recordings before trial could affect the defendant's right to a fair trial, while leaving open the possibility that the footage may be released at a later stage of the case.

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Metro Detroit Gas Prices Jump 12 Cents to $4.09 a Gallon as Fuel Costs Climb Again

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Metro Detroit Gas Prices Jump 12 Cents to $4.09 a Gallon as Fuel Costs Climb Again

The average price of regular gasoline in Metro Detroit has increased by 12 cents to $4.09 per gallon, according to AAA. The rise reflects higher crude oil prices and growing geopolitical uncertainty affecting global energy markets. Statewide averages have also climbed, making Michigan one of the more expensive states for gasoline this week.

Michigan State Police Launch Statewide "Move Over" Enforcement Across Michigan Highways

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Michigan State Police Launch Statewide "Move Over" Enforcement Across Michigan Highways

The Michigan State Police will conduct a statewide Move Over enforcement campaign on Monday, July 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Troopers and local law enforcement officers will focus on drivers who fail to slow down or change lanes for emergency vehicles, tow trucks, and road crews. The initiative comes after 13 MSP patrol vehicles were struck during traffic stops this year, underscoring the importance of protecting those who work on Michigan's roadways.

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NB 12 Mile/EB I-94 Ramp: Total Closure

Reported on 12 Mile/EB I-94 near 12 Mile/EB I-94 ramp from EB I-94/12 Mile to EB I-94 total closure. Updated Jul 25, 4:00 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

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GLWA Unveils Long-Term Reliability Plan for Troubled 14 Mile Water Main

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GLWA Unveils Long-Term Reliability Plan for Troubled 14 Mile Water Main

The Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) has announced an approximately $81 million long-term reliability project for the aging water transmission main along 14 Mile Road in Oakland County. Following four major water main breaks in seven years, the project will replace vulnerable pipeline sections, expand system resilience, and build on recent infrastructure upgrades designed to reduce future failures and improve water service across Southeast Michigan.

Transit Community Business
Updated 3 days ago 4 min read 99 reads
Metro Detroit Gas Prices Jump 12 Cents to $4.09 a Gallon as Fuel Costs Climb Again

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Metro Detroit Gas Prices Jump 12 Cents to $4.09 a Gallon as Fuel Costs Climb Again

The average price of regular gasoline in Metro Detroit has increased by 12 cents to $4.09 per gallon, according to AAA. The rise reflects higher crude oil prices and growing geopolitical uncertainty affecting global energy markets. Statewide averages have also climbed, making Michigan one of the more expensive states for gasoline this week.

Transit Business
Updated 4 days ago 3 min read 110 reads
Michigan State Police Launch Statewide "Move Over" Enforcement Across Michigan Highways

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Michigan State Police Launch Statewide "Move Over" Enforcement Across Michigan Highways

The Michigan State Police will conduct a statewide Move Over enforcement campaign on Monday, July 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Troopers and local law enforcement officers will focus on drivers who fail to slow down or change lanes for emergency vehicles, tow trucks, and road crews. The initiative comes after 13 MSP patrol vehicles were struck during traffic stops this year, underscoring the importance of protecting those who work on Michigan's roadways.

Transit
Updated 4 days ago 3 min read 146 reads
Detroit Denies Expansion of East Side Oil Recycling Facility After Years of Community Complaints

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Detroit Denies Expansion of East Side Oil Recycling Facility After Years of Community Complaints

Detroit has denied the proposed expansion of an east side oil recycling facility following years of complaints from nearby residents about odors, truck traffic, and environmental concerns. Community advocates describe the decision as a significant victory for neighborhood residents and an example of the city's growing focus on environmental justice and public participation in development decisions.

Transit Community Business
Updated 5 days ago 4 min read 117 reads
Detroit Begins Installing More Than 3,000 New Neighborhood Streetlights

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Detroit Begins Installing More Than 3,000 New Neighborhood Streetlights

Detroit has begun installing more than 3,000 new LED streetlights throughout neighborhoods across the city. The project aims to improve public safety, enhance visibility, reduce energy consumption, and support ongoing neighborhood revitalization efforts as Detroit continues investing in modern infrastructure.

Transit Community Business
Updated 5 days ago 3 min read 131 reads
Huntington Bank to Close 13 Michigan Branches, Including Eight in Metro Detroit

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Huntington Bank to Close 13 Michigan Branches, Including Eight in Metro Detroit

Huntington Bank will close 13 Michigan branches, including eight locations in Metro Detroit, as part of its ongoing effort to modernize its branch network. While the bank cites growing demand for digital banking services, the closures are expected to impact customers who rely on in-person banking, particularly seniors and underserved communities.

Transit Community Business
Updated 5 days ago 3 min read 195 reads
Statewide Air Quality Alert Returns Sunday as Wildfire Smoke Moves Back Into Metro Detroit

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Statewide Air Quality Alert Returns Sunday as Wildfire Smoke Moves Back Into Metro Detroit

A Statewide Air Quality Alert is in effect across Michigan for Sunday, July 19, as smoke from Canadian wildfires returns to Metro Detroit. Officials warn that fine particle pollution may reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups levels across much of the Lower Peninsula and advise residents to reduce outdoor activity, keep windows closed, and monitor symptoms.

Weather Culture
Updated 5 days ago 3 min read 134 reads
Detroit Launches $184 Million Plan to Repair 9,000 Faulty Sewer Connections

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Detroit Launches $184 Million Plan to Repair 9,000 Faulty Sewer Connections

Detroit has announced a $184 million federally funded infrastructure program to repair approximately 9,000 faulty residential sewer connections over the next four years. The initiative will provide free repairs for eligible homeowners, helping prevent basement flooding, sinkholes, and costly sewer failures while strengthening neighborhoods across all nine City Council districts.

Transit Weather Community
Updated 5 days ago 4 min read 115 reads
CDC Names Taylor Farms de Mexico in Cyclospora Outbreak as Iceberg Lettuce Is Pulled Nationwide

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CDC Names Taylor Farms de Mexico in Cyclospora Outbreak as Iceberg Lettuce Is Pulled Nationwide

Federal health officials have identified Taylor Farms de Mexico as a supplier linked to the Cyclospora outbreak that has sickened thousands across the United States. The company has voluntarily recalled iceberg lettuce distributed to 27 states, including Michigan, while the FDA and CDC continue investigating the outbreak.

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  • SB Little Mack/WB I-94: Total Closure Closure

    Little Mack/WB I-94 Little Mack/WB I-94 from Little Mack Ave to WB I-94 total closure **NB/SB Little Mack Ave, entrance ramp to WB I-94, closed Updated Jul 25, 4:00 AM Impact: Major

    Reported on Little Mack/WB I-94 near Little Mack/WB I-94 from Little Mack Ave to WB I-94 total closure **NB/SB Little Mack Ave, entrance ramp to WB I-94, closed. Updated Jul 25, 4:00 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

    Source: Michigan DOT (Mi Drive)

  • NB 12 Mile/EB I-94 Ramp: Total Closure Closure

    12 Mile/EB I-94 12 Mile/EB I-94 ramp from EB I-94/12 Mile to EB I-94 total closure Updated Jul 25, 4:00 AM Impact: Major

    Reported on 12 Mile/EB I-94 near 12 Mile/EB I-94 ramp from EB I-94/12 Mile to EB I-94 total closure. Updated Jul 25, 4:00 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

    Source: Michigan DOT (Mi Drive)

  • NB Schoolcraft Rd: Total Closure Closure

    Schoolcraft Rd Schoolcraft Rd from Schoolcraft Rd to WB I-96 total closure Updated Jul 25, 3:00 AM Impact: Major

    Reported on Schoolcraft Rd near Schoolcraft Rd from Schoolcraft Rd to WB I-96 total closure. Updated Jul 25, 3:00 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

    Source: Michigan DOT (Mi Drive)

  • SB Schoolcraft Rd: Total Closure Closure

    Schoolcraft Rd Schoolcraft Rd from Schoolcraft Rd to EB I-96 total closure Updated Jul 25, 3:00 AM Impact: Major

    Reported on Schoolcraft Rd near Schoolcraft Rd from Schoolcraft Rd to EB I-96 total closure. Updated Jul 25, 3:00 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

    Source: Michigan DOT (Mi Drive)

  • NB Schoolcraft Rd: Total Closure Closure

    Schoolcraft Rd Schoolcraft Rd from Schoolcraft Rd to WB I-96 total closure Updated Jul 25, 3:00 AM Impact: Major

    Reported on Schoolcraft Rd near Schoolcraft Rd from Schoolcraft Rd to WB I-96 total closure. Updated Jul 25, 3:00 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

    Source: Michigan DOT (Mi Drive)

  • Traffic incident on I-75 Incident

    I-75 NB I-75 after Erie Go to Updated Jul 25, 12:23 PM Impact: Moderate

    Reported on I-75 near NB I-75 after Erie Go to. Updated Jul 25, 12:23 PM. Lanes may be blocked and congestion can build quickly.

    Source: Michigan DOT (Mi Drive Incidents)

  • WB I-94: Double-Lane Closure Closure

    WB I-94 WB I-94 from Masonic Blvd to 12 Mile Rd left two lanes closed **WB I-94, from Masonic Blvd to 12 Mile Road, left two lanes closed Updated Jul 25, 4:00 AM Impact: Major

    Reported on WB I-94 near WB I-94 from Masonic Blvd to 12 Mile Rd left two lanes closed **WB I-94, from Masonic Blvd to 12 Mile Road, left two lanes closed. Updated Jul 25, 4:00 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

    Source: Michigan DOT (Mi Drive)

  • EB I-94: Double-Lane Closure Closure

    EB I-94 EB I-94 from EB I-94/12 Mile to 13 Mile Rd right two lanes closed **EB I-94, from 12 Mile Rd to 13 Mile Rd, right 2 lanes closed Updated Jul 25, 4:00 AM Impact: Major

    Reported on EB I-94 near EB I-94 from EB I-94/12 Mile to 13 Mile Rd right two lanes closed **EB I-94, from 12 Mile Rd to 13 Mile Rd, right 2 lanes closed. Updated Jul 25, 4:00 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

    Source: Michigan DOT (Mi Drive)

Major Corridors

I-75

Active disruptions: 1

1 lane restriction

Traffic incident on I-75

Updated Jul 25, 12:23 PM

I-94

Active disruptions: 8

4 incident + 4 closure

EB I-94: Double-Lane Closure

Updated Jul 25, 4:00 AM

I-96

Active disruptions: 4

1 incident + 3 closure

SB Schoolcraft Rd: Total Closure

Updated Jul 25, 3:00 AM

I-275

No active disruptions

M-10

Active disruptions: 1

1 incident

Traffic incident on M-10

Updated Jul 25, 3:48 PM

Southfield Freeway (M-39)

Active disruptions: 2

2 incident

Traffic incident on I-96 Express

Updated Jul 25, 4:19 PM

Lodge Freeway

No active disruptions

Construction & Closures

  • Traffic incident on I-696 Closure

    I-696 WB I-696 at Van Dyke Go to Updated Jul 25, 1:46 PM Impact: Major

    FREEWAY CLOSED AT VAN DYKE

  • Traffic incident on I-696 Closure

    I-696 WB I-696 at Mound Go to Updated Jul 25, 1:46 PM Impact: Major

    FREEWAY CLOSED AT MOUND

  • EB I-94: Double-Lane Closure Closure

    EB I-94 EB I-94 from EB I-94/12 Mile to 13 Mile Rd right two lanes closed **EB I-94, from 12 Mile Rd to 13 Mile Rd, right 2 lanes closed Updated Jul 25, 4:00 AM Impact: Major

    EB I-94 from EB I-94/12 Mile to 13 Mile Rd right two lanes closed **EB I-94, from 12 Mile Rd to 13 Mile Rd, right 2 lanes closed

  • WB I-94: Double-Lane Closure Closure

    WB I-94 WB I-94 from Masonic Blvd to 12 Mile Rd left two lanes closed **WB I-94, from Masonic Blvd to 12 Mile Road, left two lanes closed Updated Jul 25, 4:00 AM Impact: Major

    WB I-94 from Masonic Blvd to 12 Mile Rd left two lanes closed **WB I-94, from Masonic Blvd to 12 Mile Road, left two lanes closed

  • SB Little Mack/WB I-94: Total Closure Closure

    Little Mack/WB I-94 Little Mack/WB I-94 from Little Mack Ave to WB I-94 total closure **NB/SB Little Mack Ave, entrance ramp to WB I-94, closed Updated Jul 25, 4:00 AM Impact: Major

    Little Mack/WB I-94 from Little Mack Ave to WB I-94 total closure **NB/SB Little Mack Ave, entrance ramp to WB I-94, closed

  • NB 12 Mile/EB I-94 Ramp: Total Closure Closure

    12 Mile/EB I-94 12 Mile/EB I-94 ramp from EB I-94/12 Mile to EB I-94 total closure Updated Jul 25, 4:00 AM Impact: Major

    12 Mile/EB I-94 ramp from EB I-94/12 Mile to EB I-94 total closure

  • SB Schoolcraft Rd: Total Closure Closure

    Schoolcraft Rd Schoolcraft Rd from Schoolcraft Rd to EB I-96 total closure Updated Jul 25, 3:00 AM Impact: Major

    Schoolcraft Rd from Schoolcraft Rd to EB I-96 total closure

  • NB Schoolcraft Rd: Total Closure Closure

    Schoolcraft Rd Schoolcraft Rd from Schoolcraft Rd to WB I-96 total closure Updated Jul 25, 3:00 AM Impact: Major

    Schoolcraft Rd from Schoolcraft Rd to WB I-96 total closure

  • NB Schoolcraft Rd: Total Closure Closure

    Schoolcraft Rd Schoolcraft Rd from Schoolcraft Rd to WB I-96 total closure Updated Jul 25, 3:00 AM Impact: Major

    Schoolcraft Rd from Schoolcraft Rd to WB I-96 total closure

Lane Restrictions

  • Traffic incident on I-75 Lane restriction

    I-75 NB I-75 after Erie Go to Updated Jul 25, 12:23 PM Impact: Moderate

    NB I-75 after Erie Exit 2 has the right lane blocked due to a crash

Transit Alerts

No major SMART or transit disruptions are active right now.

Weather Desk

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Current Conditions

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Feels like: 58°F Wind: WNW 2 mph Humidity: 85% Precipitation: 0%

Last updated: Jul 25, 5:00 AM

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Mostly Clear

Precip: 0%

Wind: WNW 2 mph

6 AM

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Wind: W 2 mph

7 AM

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Wind: W 2 mph

8 AM

65°F

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Wind: W 2 mph

9 AM

69°F

Sunny

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Wind: WNW 1 mph

10 AM

74°F

Sunny

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Wind: W 2 mph

11 AM

77°F

Mostly Sunny

Precip: 0%

Wind: W 3 mph

12 PM

79°F

Mostly Sunny

Precip: 0%

Wind: WSW 3 mph

1 PM

80°F

Mostly Sunny

Precip: 0%

Wind: WSW 5 mph

2 PM

82°F

Mostly Sunny

Precip: 0%

Wind: SW 6 mph

3 PM

84°F

Mostly Sunny

Precip: 0%

Wind: SW 6 mph

4 PM

84°F

Mostly Sunny

Precip: 0%

Wind: SW 7 mph

Daily Forecast

Saturday

85° / 67°

Sunny

Precipitation chance: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 85. West wind 1 to 7 mph.

Sunday

88° / 69°

Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Precipitation chance: 39%

A chance of rain showers between 8am and 11am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 88. West southwest wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Monday

88° / 67°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Precipitation chance: 79%

A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2pm, then showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 88. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

Tuesday

84° / 63°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Precipitation chance: 27%

A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84.

Wednesday

80° / 61°

Sunny

Precipitation chance: 10%

Sunny, with a high near 80.

Thursday

83° / 64°

Sunny

Precipitation chance: 7%

Sunny, with a high near 83.

Friday

86° / --

Sunny

Precipitation chance: 14%

Sunny, with a high near 86.

Weather Alerts

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Driving Weather Note

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Open Road Radio combines a lightweight speed test with community broadband context so Detroit listeners can understand real-world internet conditions without invasive tracking.

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Is the data anonymous?

Yes. Public analytics use anonymized and aggregated data. The platform does not keep invasive packet logs or detailed device fingerprints.

Why are Wi-Fi and mobile results often lower than expected?

Signal strength, router placement, interference, congestion, and device load can all reduce real-world performance even when an advertised plan is faster.

Can I compare fiber, cable, and 5G results?

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Open Road Radio is an independent media project operated from the United States. We blend a live audio stream, factual writing, and day-to-day service journalism for drivers, commuters, and late-shift listeners.

About Open Road Radio

Open Road Radio is an independent digital radio and news project that combines music programming with verified written updates. The platform is operated in the United States and built around transparency, public trust, and useful daily coverage.

Editorial and operational responsibility is managed internally by the Open Road Radio editorial team.

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Open Road Radio exists to provide calm, factual, and independent reporting without sensational framing. Our editorial purpose is to keep listeners informed with practical context throughout the day.

We focus on service journalism for drivers and listeners: local Detroit conditions, weather, traffic, and essential updates alongside carefully curated music programming.

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Open Road Radio combines radio programming with written news updates. Our coverage includes music, local reporting, and practical briefings designed for daily life on the road and at home.

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