Early Winter Flooding & Snow
A full day downpour left some Detroit area neighborhoods and freeways under several feet of flood water, with snow to follow.
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A full day downpour left some Detroit area neighborhoods and freeways under several feet of flood water, with snow to follow.
The Southfield Freeway is back up and running. This will be the first week day it's open since a major reconstruction project that got underway in May.
Good news if you take the Southfield Freeway. Along with its imminent reopening, commuters will have more room to move very soon.
The Southfield Freeway is expected to reopen to traffic a couple of weeks ahead of schedule; mid-October instead of the end of the month, closer to Halloween.
If you think taking the service drives through the Southfield Freeway construction zone is challenging, try living there. WWJ's Ron Dewey spoke to some of those residents on Detroit's west side.
A special delivery for four Allen Park firefighters, as they help deliver a baby boy in a construction zone at the foot of the Southfield Freeway.
MDOT is closing down even more of the Southfield Freeway. Starting Wednesday, the freeway closure will extend further south into Dearborn and Allen Park.
So how are this summer's road projects coming along? Pretty good - that's according to Michigan Department of Transportation Spokesman Rob Morosi, who says road reconstruction is somewhat like putting together a jigsaw puzzle.
The complete closure of the Southfield Freeway from I-96 to Ford road has been delayed until next weekend.
Northbound and southbound Southfield Freeway is now fully closed between M-10 Lodge Freeway and M-5 Grand River Ave. The 14-mile-long road will remain closed until October.
Your weekend driving plans may need to include a detour.
MDOT will close M-39 Southfield Freeway this weekend so that crews can safely demolish the Joy Road overpass above M-39.
The M-39 Southfield Freeway renovation project will begin on Saturday, May 14. The project will completely close the freeway between Grand River Ave. and M-10.
Two adults and two children - believed to be under 10 years old - were in a Ford Explorer SUV that rolled over on the southbound Southfield freeway.
Construction barrels are being deployed for a major project that'll affect thousands and thousands of people every day.
If you travel the Southfield Freeway as part of your daily routine, you may need to pack a little extra patience beginning Monday.
Major traffic backups are expected on the Southfield freeway, beginning next Monday.
The 20 and 21-year-olds were coming out of a house just after 3 a.m. near Tireman and the Southfield Freeway when more than two dozen shots were fired.
One suspect is dead and another is still at large following a police chase in Dearborn.
Major backups were reported on I-696 in Macomb County where the freeway is closed. The Southfield Freeway is also closed.
Portions of I-696 and the Southfield freeway will be shut down this weekend.
During the first three weekends in March, both directions of Southfield Freeway will be closed in order to safely demolish overpasses.
Later this morning, McNichols and Schoolcraft roads will be closed to traffic where they cross over the Southfield Freeway.
The teen had gotten out of his vehicle and was standing in the right lane of the freeway when he was struck.
As part of this year's major renovation project for the Southfield Freeway, the Pembroke Avenue bridge will be rebuilt with carbon fiber reinforced polymer materials replacing steel for three major components. It's the next step forward in an innovative technology for building bridges that has been developed and tested at Lawrence Technological University.
It's been a long and winding road for Detroit Lions fans, who have been through rough times to see the success unfolding this season.
Anyone walking by The Home Bakery in Rochester, Michigan this weekend will see a life-sized cake of a familiar Detroit Lions receiver.
Livonia Police are asking for help identifying a man in connection with the alleged theft of five propane tanks.
A Toxicology lab with several medical practices in Michigan will pay over $4.4 million to settle claims of unnecessary testing and submitting Medicare claims for reimbursement for those test.
President Biden has made it clear that Israel has the right to defend its citizens as the American ally presses forward with its war against Hamas in Gaza.
A Warren high school teacher and two parents have been charged in connection with an alleged drug deal on New Year's Eve.
It's been a long and winding road for Detroit Lions fans, who have been through rough times to see the success unfolding this season.
For an in-depth look at Sunday's game, CBS News Minnesota Streaming Anchor Maria Lisignoli spoke with Sports Anchor Ren Clayton and CBS News Detroit Sports Anchors Rachel Hopmayer and Jeff Lesson.
Anyone walking by The Home Bakery in Rochester, Michigan this weekend will see a life-sized cake of a familiar Detroit Lions receiver.
Livonia Police are asking for help identifying a man in connection with the alleged theft of five propane tanks.
There's some good news for Michigan motorists ahead of the new year as gas prices have dropped 7 cents from last week.
The posts have since been deleted but not before X users took screenshots and shared them in the replies to Ford's recent posts.
Motorists in Metro Detroit are filling up for an average of $3.06 per gallon.
Organizers announced earlier this year that the show was returning to its traditional January slot after taking place in the fall in recent years.
The grants are in addition to the $1.8 million that Stellantis provided for home repairs to 120 homeowners on the east side in 2020 and 2021.
Jeff Baena was an indie screenwriter and director. He and actress Aubrey Plaza wed in 2021.
The iconic ruby slippers sold for a total of $32.5 million at auction last month. The slippers were stolen in 2005 from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids.
Wayne Osmond started his musical career as an original member of The Osmonds with his brothers.
Here are the books and characters newly joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.
The year's top stories in Detroit ran the gamut, from late-breaking developments in the Crumbley trials to national honors for local restaurants.
Jeff Baena was an indie screenwriter and director. He and actress Aubrey Plaza wed in 2021.
Centered on mythical methamphetamine cookers Walter White and Jesse Pinkman, the series wrapped up more than a decade ago, but its legacy continues to draw looky-loos to the home.
Former President Jimmy Carter died on Dec. 29 at the age of 100.
The nation's highest civilian honor will be presented to 19 people at the White House later Saturday.
American, JetBlue, Southwest and United are offering passengers waivers to reschedule flights ahead of Winter Storm Blair.
A Toxicology lab with several medical practices in Michigan will pay over $4.4 million to settle claims of unnecessary testing and submitting Medicare claims for reimbursement for those test.
Broccoli florets from California grower and sold at more than 1,000 Walmart stores are recalled because they could contain listeria.
During the call, the mother can be heard, and by the end of the call, so can a newborn crying.
As we celebrate a new year, some families in Metro Detroit are also celebrating new additions.
"I feel like we should've learned our lesson from COVID, that just because we aren't testing doesn't mean the virus isn't there," Dr. Leana Wen said.
It's been a long and winding road for Detroit Lions fans, who have been through rough times to see the success unfolding this season.
Tobias Harris had 24 points and 10 rebounds as the Detroit Pistons held off the Charlotte Hornets 98-94 for their fifth win in six games.
Security is at the top of everyone's mind ahead of Sunday's primetime showdown between the NFC North powerhouse Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings, in light of this week's terrorist attacks in New Orleans and in Las Vegas.
For an in-depth look at Sunday's game, CBS News Minnesota Streaming Anchor Maria Lisignoli spoke with Sports Anchor Ren Clayton and CBS News Detroit Sports Anchors Rachel Hopmayer and Jeff Lesson.
The winner earns the NFC North title, home-field advantage until the Super Bowl and a coveted bye in the playoffs.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan stunned folks when he announced he would not seek re-election and leave the Democratic Party to run for governor as an independent.
Kid Rock was so impressed with the care his dad received, that he donated to BAMF Health through his foundation which has helped numerous causes including those tied to veterans, small businesses and more.
Mary Tyler Moore turned the world on with her megawatt smile as she starred in the iconic "Dick Van Dyke" and "Mary Tyler Moore" shows a generation ago.
The roundtable talked politics and focused on blockbuster news that Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan would run for governor in 2026 but as an independent candidate.
President-elect Donald Trump campaigned with talk of ending the $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit which has helped fuel sales.
Meteorologist Kylee Miller says some areas of Michigan will see snow flurries overnight and temperatures will stay cool through the rest of the weekend.
The Home Bakery in Rochester, Michigan is seeing many extra eyes outside its store this weekend thanks to a cake inspired by Detroit Lions receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown.
The city of Detroit reports that homicides dropped 19% from 2024 to the previous year and it's part of a larger trend of lower crime across the board. Some residents say they can feel the difference.
Three people accused of killing two people and abducting two children on New Year's Day in Northfield Township have been charged.
The city of Detroit is seeing a historic drop in violent crime, including its fewest homicides in decades. According to the city, homicides dropped 19% in 2024 from the previous year's 57-year-low and are down 33% since 2002. Detroit had 203 homicides in 2024 compared to 252 in 2023. It marks the fewest homicides in the city since 1965.