Nearly 1.3 million Michiganders plan to travel for Memorial Day, with MDOT lifting lane restrictions and gas prices at $3.14 per gallon.

Michigan's "Click It or Ticket" campaign enforces seat belt use from May 19 to June 1, targeting Memorial Day weekend to reduce traffic injuries and fatalities.

The SS Badger, a historic steamship, begins its 2025 season on May 16 with a trip from Ludington, Michigan to Manitowoc, Wisconsin, featuring celebrations and upgraded amenities.

Construction on I-96 in Kent County, Michigan, begins Monday, causing delays due to resurfacing and joint repair work, with completion due by mid-July as part of a statewide infrastructure effort.

Westbound I-696 in Oakland County is closed from May 9-19 for bridge demolition, impacting commuters. Detours are set up as part of a larger $3 billion road repair project in Michigan.

The Detroit Department of Transportation began its first FTA-TSI Instructor Course to enhance transit safety and service, with industry professionals attending.

MDOT reopens most of its 85 roadside parks on April 28, providing travelers with rest stops featuring picnic areas and basic amenities across Michigan.

Operation Ghost Rider, a Michigan initiative against distracted driving using unmarked police vehicles, coincides with National Distracted Driving Awareness month to reduce road accidents.

Macomb County Department of Roads urges drivers to prioritize safety during Work Zone Awareness Week, emphasizing the importance of driving with care around construction zones to protect road workers.

Major construction on I-696 in Oakland County is causing traffic changes, including lane closures and upcoming full closures for bridge demolition, as part of a long-term infrastructure improvement project.

MDOT announces lane closures and a full shutdown on sections of I-696 in Oakland County for median work and bridge demolition, causing traffic delays and requiring detours through 2027.

The Grosse Ile Parkway Bridge is set to close for eight weeks in May for repairs, affecting local traffic and marine passage. Alternative routes and detours are provided for commuters.

Detroit Metro Airport has launched a pilot program using WHILL autonomous wheelchairs, aiming to increase accessibility for passengers with mobility issues.