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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.

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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.

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.

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SB I-75/WB I-94 Ramp: Total Closure

Reported on SB I-75/WB I-94 near SB I-75/WB I-94 ramp from SB I-75/EB I-94 to WB I-94 total closure. Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

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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.

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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.

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Updated 3 days ago 3 min read 109 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.

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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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Michigan Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Surges to 3,309 Cases as Health Officials Investigate Possible Source

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Michigan Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Surges to 3,309 Cases as Health Officials Investigate Possible Source

Michigan has reported 3,309 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, making it the largest outbreak in the state's history and potentially the largest ever recorded in the United States. Health officials are investigating lettuce and salad greens as possible sources, but no specific product or supplier has been identified.

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Stellantis North American Shipments Surge 38% in Second Quarter

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Stellantis North American Shipments Surge 38% in Second Quarter

Stellantis reported a 38% increase in North American shipments during the second quarter of 2026, helping drive a 10% rise in global vehicle shipments. The recovery was fueled by new and refreshed Ram, Jeep, Dodge and Chrysler models, providing a positive signal for Detroit's automotive industry and Michigan manufacturing.

Transit Business
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Gordie Howe International Bridge Set to Open July 27 Following U.S.–Canada Agreement

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Gordie Howe International Bridge Set to Open July 27 Following U.S.–Canada Agreement

The Gordie Howe International Bridge will open July 27 after Canada, Michigan and the U.S. government resolved a dispute over toll governance, profits and regional investment. The six-lane crossing will create a new direct trade route between Detroit and Windsor.

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America Did Not Suddenly Abandon Europe — Germany Ignored the Warning for Years

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America Did Not Suddenly Abandon Europe — Germany Ignored the Warning for Years

Calls for greater European defense spending did not begin with Donald Trump. Washington has pressed Germany and other NATO allies to carry more of the security burden for decades. The tone has changed dramatically, but the underlying dispute is far older.

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  • SB I-75/WB I-94 Ramp: Total Closure Closure

    SB I-75/WB I-94 SB I-75/WB I-94 ramp from SB I-75/EB I-94 to WB I-94 total closure Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Major

    Reported on SB I-75/WB I-94 near SB I-75/WB I-94 ramp from SB I-75/EB I-94 to WB I-94 total closure. Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

    Source: Michigan DOT (Mi Drive)

  • EB I-94/Allard Ramp: Total Closure Closure

    EB I-94/Allard EB I-94/Allard ramp from EB I-94 to North Harper Ave total closure Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Major

    Reported on EB I-94/Allard near EB I-94/Allard ramp from EB I-94 to North Harper Ave total closure. Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

    Source: Michigan DOT (Mi Drive)

  • EB Greenfield/EB I-96 Ramp: Total Closure Closure

    Greenfield/EB I-96 Greenfield/EB I-96 ramp from EB I-96/Greenfield to EB I-96 CD total closure Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Major

    Reported on Greenfield/EB I-96 near Greenfield/EB I-96 ramp from EB I-96/Greenfield to EB I-96 CD total closure. Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

    Source: Michigan DOT (Mi Drive)

  • WB I-696/NB M-5: Shoulder Closure Closure

    WB I-696/NB M-5 WB I-696/NB M-5 from WB I-696/EB I-96 to NB M-5 shoulder closure Updated Jul 22, 10:23 AM Impact: Major

    Reported on WB I-696/NB M-5 near WB I-696/NB M-5 from WB I-696/EB I-96 to NB M-5 shoulder closure. Updated Jul 22, 10:23 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

    Source: Michigan DOT (Mi Drive)

  • WB I-96: Shoulder Closure Closure

    WB I-96 WB I-96 from Novi Rd to Mile 152.8 shoulder closure Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Major

    Reported on WB I-96 near WB I-96 from Novi Rd to Mile 152.8 shoulder closure. Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

    Source: Michigan DOT (Mi Drive)

  • EB I-96: Shoulder Closure Closure

    EB I-96 EB I-96 from Kensington Rd to Novi Rd shoulder closure Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Major

    Reported on EB I-96 near EB I-96 from Kensington Rd to Novi Rd shoulder closure. Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

    Source: Michigan DOT (Mi Drive)

  • WB M-102: Double-Lane Closure Closure

    WB M-102 WB M-102 from WB M-102 Service Drive to Edgewood Pl left two lanes closed Updated Jul 22, 7:56 AM Impact: Major

    Reported on WB M-102 near WB M-102 from WB M-102 Service Drive to Edgewood Pl left two lanes closed. Updated Jul 22, 7:56 AM. Detours may be required and delays are likely.

    Source: Michigan DOT (Mi Drive)

Major Corridors

I-75

Active disruptions: 3

1 closure + 2 lane restriction

SB I-75/WB I-94 Ramp: Total Closure

Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM

I-94

Active disruptions: 6

3 incident + 2 closure + 1 lane restriction

SB I-75/WB I-94 Ramp: Total Closure

Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM

I-96

Active disruptions: 7

2 incident + 4 closure + 1 lane restriction

WB I-696/NB M-5: Shoulder Closure

Updated Jul 22, 10:23 AM

I-275

No active disruptions

M-10

Active disruptions: 8

2 incident + 1 closure + 5 lane restriction

WB M-102: Double-Lane Closure

Updated Jul 22, 7:56 AM

Southfield Freeway (M-39)

Active disruptions: 1

1 incident

Traffic incident on I-94

Updated Jul 22, 3:57 PM

Lodge Freeway

No active disruptions

Construction & Closures

  • Traffic incident on M-85 Closure

    M-85 Both Directions M-85 at Miller Rd Go to Updated Jul 22, 12:53 PM Impact: Major

    Bridge Closed: Fort St. Bridge

  • EB M-85: Total Closure Closure

    M-85 M-85 from Oakwood Blvd to Miller Rd total closure Updated Jul 22, 10:30 AM Impact: Major

    M-85 from Oakwood Blvd to Miller Rd total closure

  • WB M-85: Total Closure Closure

    M-85 M-85 from Miller Rd to Denmark St total closure Updated Jul 22, 10:30 AM Impact: Major

    M-85 from Miller Rd to Denmark St total closure

  • WB I-696/NB M-5: Shoulder Closure Closure

    WB I-696/NB M-5 WB I-696/NB M-5 from WB I-696/EB I-96 to NB M-5 shoulder closure Updated Jul 22, 10:23 AM Impact: Major

    WB I-696/NB M-5 from WB I-696/EB I-96 to NB M-5 shoulder closure

  • WB I-96: Shoulder Closure Closure

    WB I-96 WB I-96 from Novi Rd to Mile 152.8 shoulder closure Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Major

    WB I-96 from Novi Rd to Mile 152.8 shoulder closure

  • SB I-75/WB I-94 Ramp: Total Closure Closure

    SB I-75/WB I-94 SB I-75/WB I-94 ramp from SB I-75/EB I-94 to WB I-94 total closure Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Major

    SB I-75/WB I-94 ramp from SB I-75/EB I-94 to WB I-94 total closure

  • EB I-94/Allard Ramp: Total Closure Closure

    EB I-94/Allard EB I-94/Allard ramp from EB I-94 to North Harper Ave total closure Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Major

    EB I-94/Allard ramp from EB I-94 to North Harper Ave total closure

  • EB Greenfield/EB I-96 Ramp: Total Closure Closure

    Greenfield/EB I-96 Greenfield/EB I-96 ramp from EB I-96/Greenfield to EB I-96 CD total closure Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Major

    Greenfield/EB I-96 ramp from EB I-96/Greenfield to EB I-96 CD total closure

  • EB M-59: Shoulder Closure Closure

    EB M-59 EB M-59 from M-150 to Dequindre Rd shoulder closure Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Major

    EB M-59 from M-150 to Dequindre Rd shoulder closure

  • EB I-96: Shoulder Closure Closure

    EB I-96 EB I-96 from Kensington Rd to Novi Rd shoulder closure Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Major

    EB I-96 from Kensington Rd to Novi Rd shoulder closure

  • EB M-5: Shoulder Closure Closure

    EB M-5 EB M-5 from EB M-5 Connector to Purdue shoulder closure Updated Jul 22, 8:55 AM Impact: Major

    EB M-5 from EB M-5 Connector to Purdue shoulder closure

  • WB M-102: Double-Lane Closure Closure

    WB M-102 WB M-102 from WB M-102 Service Drive to Edgewood Pl left two lanes closed Updated Jul 22, 7:56 AM Impact: Major

    WB M-102 from WB M-102 Service Drive to Edgewood Pl left two lanes closed

Lane Restrictions

  • WB M-102: Single-Lane Closure Lane restriction

    WB M-102 WB M-102 from Stratford to Pinecrest right lane closed Updated Jul 22, 9:44 AM Impact: Moderate

    WB M-102 from Stratford to Pinecrest right lane closed

  • EB M-59: Single-Lane Closure Lane restriction

    M-59 M-59 from North Lynn St to South Tilden St right lane closed Updated Jul 22, 9:14 AM Impact: Moderate

    M-59 from North Lynn St to South Tilden St right lane closed

  • WB I-96: Single-Lane Closure Lane restriction

    WB I-96 WB I-96 from Williamston/WB I-96 to Mile 117 right lane closed Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Moderate

    WB I-96 from Williamston/WB I-96 to Mile 117 right lane closed

  • WB M-59: Single-Lane Closure Lane restriction

    M-59 M-59 from US-24 to North Williams Lake Rd right lane closed Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Moderate

    M-59 from US-24 to North Williams Lake Rd right lane closed

  • WB I-94: Single-Lane Closure Lane restriction

    WB I-94 WB I-94 from WB I-94/9 Mile to 9 Mile/WB I-94 right lane closed **WB I-94 at 9 Mile Road, right lane closed intermittently Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Moderate

    WB I-94 from WB I-94/9 Mile to 9 Mile/WB I-94 right lane closed **WB I-94 at 9 Mile Road, right lane closed intermittently

  • SB S Mound Service Drive: Single-Lane Closure Lane restriction

    S Mound Service Drive S Mound Service Drive from EB I-696 to Frazho Rd right lane closed **SB Mound Service Drive, from EB I-696 to Frazho Rd, right lane closed intermittently Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Moderate

    S Mound Service Drive from EB I-696 to Frazho Rd right lane closed **SB Mound Service Drive, from EB I-696 to Frazho Rd, right lane closed intermittently

  • NB US-23: Single-Lane Closure Lane restriction

    NB US-23 NB US-23 from Sterns Rd to NB US-23/Consear right lane closed Updated Jul 22, 9:00 AM Impact: Moderate

    NB US-23 from Sterns Rd to NB US-23/Consear right lane closed

  • SB M-10: Single-Lane Closure Lane restriction

    SB M-10 SB M-10 from Middlebelt Rd to Inkster Rd right lane closed Updated Jul 22, 8:55 AM Impact: Moderate

    SB M-10 from Middlebelt Rd to Inkster Rd right lane closed

  • WB M-102: Single-Lane Closure Lane restriction

    WB M-102 WB M-102 from Mound Rd to Merrill right lane closed Updated Jul 22, 8:07 AM Impact: Moderate

    WB M-102 from Mound Rd to Merrill right lane closed

  • EB M-59: Single-Lane Closure Lane restriction

    M-59 M-59 from North Williams Lake Rd to SB I-75 BL right lane closed *Intermittent Daily Moving/Rolling Closure: 8am - 4pm* Updated Jul 22, 8:00 AM Impact: Moderate

    M-59 from North Williams Lake Rd to SB I-75 BL right lane closed *Intermittent Daily Moving/Rolling Closure: 8am - 4pm*

  • EB Plymouth Rd: Single-Lane Closure Lane restriction

    Plymouth Rd Plymouth Rd from Norborne St to Beech Daly Rd right lane closed Daily: 8am-5pm Updated Jul 22, 8:00 AM Impact: Moderate

    Plymouth Rd from Norborne St to Beech Daly Rd right lane closed Daily: 8am-5pm

  • WB M-59: Single-Lane Closure Lane restriction

    M-59 M-59 from SB I-75 BL to North Williams Lake Rd right lane closed *Intermittent Daily Moving/Rolling Closure: 8am - 4pm* Updated Jul 22, 8:00 AM Impact: Moderate

    M-59 from SB I-75 BL to North Williams Lake Rd right lane closed *Intermittent Daily Moving/Rolling Closure: 8am - 4pm*

Transit Alerts

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Feels like: 64°F Wind: NNW 10 mph Humidity: 55% Precipitation: 0%

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66°F

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Precip: 0%

Wind: NNW 10 mph

12 PM

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Precip: 0%

Wind: NNW 10 mph

1 PM

70°F

Sunny

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Wind: NNW 9 mph

2 PM

72°F

Sunny

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Wind: NNW 9 mph

3 PM

74°F

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Wind: NNW 8 mph

4 PM

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Mostly Sunny

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5 PM

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Mostly Sunny

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6 PM

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Partly Cloudy

Precip: 0%

Wind: NW 8 mph

7 PM

74°F

Mostly Cloudy

Precip: 0%

Wind: NW 7 mph

8 PM

72°F

Mostly Cloudy

Precip: 0%

Wind: NNW 6 mph

9 PM

69°F

Mostly Cloudy

Precip: 0%

Wind: N 5 mph

10 PM

67°F

Partly Cloudy

Precip: 0%

Wind: NNW 5 mph

Daily Forecast

Today

75° / 56°

Sunny

Precipitation chance: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 75. North northwest wind around 10 mph.

Thursday

78° / 59°

Sunny

Precipitation chance: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 78. North northeast wind 2 to 6 mph.

Friday

80° / 62°

Sunny

Precipitation chance: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 80. East northeast wind 1 to 8 mph.

Saturday

85° / 68°

Sunny

Precipitation chance: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 85.

Sunday

88° / 67°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Precipitation chance: 28%

A slight chance of rain showers before 8am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88.

Monday

84° / 65°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Precipitation chance: 38%

A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84.

Tuesday

82° / 62°

Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Precipitation chance: 25%

A chance of rain showers before 8am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 82.

Weather Alerts

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Driving Weather Note

No major weather-related driving impacts are expected in Detroit at this time.

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

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  • Corrections and clarifications are published when necessary.

Editorial Team

Open Road Radio is operated by real people responsible for programming quality, editorial direction, and station operations.

Sam Schlegelmilch

Sam Schlegelmilch

Founder, Program Manager & Editor / Newsroom Lead

Sam oversees the editorial and programming direction of Open Road Radio, coordinates production workflow, and ensures the station serves listeners with reliable updates and consistent audio quality.

Editorial Contact

For story tips, corrections, sourcing questions, or editorial inquiries, contact the newsroom directly.

Editorial responsibility and final content review remain with the Open Road Radio editorial lead.

Future & Project Development

We are expanding Open Road Radio as a professional digital newsroom and radio platform, with broader service coverage, stronger editorial workflows, and improved reporting support for listeners across the United States.

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