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CBS News
a day ago
- Climate
- CBS News
Southeast Michigan communities to open cooling centers for potential record-high temperatures
Local officials in several Metro Detroit communities are preparing to help residents take shelter from a heat wave that is expected to start Sunday through designating cooling centers. "Even an hour or two in these locations will cool you down," the Oakland County Emergency Management Agency said on its site. These designated sites are air conditioned spaces at dozens of community centers, senior centers, city and township government buildings, recreation facilities, shopping malls and public libraries where local residents are welcome to gather and get a break from the heat. In some cases, police stations and fire stations are among the designated sites. Most are open to the public only during specific times. Locations and drop-in hours are listed at the following links: City of Detroit Livingston County Macomb County Oakland County Washtenaw County Wayne County
CBS News
2 days ago
- Automotive
- CBS News
Ramp metering traffic lights begin on I-96 in Oakland County
Traffic lights started operating on some entrance ramps to Interstate 96 in Metro Detroit Wednesday, providing directions that transportation officials call "ramp metering" at the merges. The flex route area on I-96 opened in March between Kent Lake Road and the I-275/I-696/M-5 interchange in Oakland County. While this traffic setup is new to Metro Detroit, there already is a flex route on US-23 in Livingston and Washtenaw counties. The ramp metering affects eight entrance maps along that area of I-96 between Novi and Milford roads, the Michigan Department of Transportation reported. The meters will start operation in yellow flash mode to remind drivers to be cautious. But eventually, the lights will use the traditional green/yellow/red lights seen on intersetion traffic signals to indicate when oncoming traffic can take its turn. Drivers will have to stop at the pavement line, then proceed one at a time onto the ramp, when the red lights are active. MDOT has posted a video on its YouTube channel explaining to drivers how ramp meters work. "Ramp meters have been used in many other states to reduce crashes and improve travel times by controlling the flow of traffic entering the freeway. By breaking up platoons of entering traffic, the need for drivers already on the freeway to slow down is reduced and vehicles can merge more smoothly onto the freeway," MDOT says. The above video originally aired on June 17.
CBS News
4 days ago
- Automotive
- CBS News
Michigan gas prices drop 8 cents since last week, AAA says
Michigan gas prices dropped 8 cents from a week ago, according to AAA. A 15-gallon tank of gas costs motorists about $46, around $11 less than the highest price drivers paid in July 2024. Michiganders are paying an average of $3.09 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel, which is 14 cents less than this time last month and 49 cents less than this time a year ago. In Metro Detroit, motorists are paying about $3.16 per gallon, which is 1 cent less than last week but 40 cents less than last year. According to AAA, the most expensive gas prices in the state can be found in Ann Arbor ($3.18), Metro Detroit ($3.16) and Grand Rapids ($3.03), while the cheapest prices are in Traverse City ($2.98), Flint ($2.99) and Marquette ($2.99). "Drivers across Michigan are seeing lower prices at the pump this week," said Adrienne Woodland, AAA spokesperson. AAA offers the following tips to save on gas: • Combine errands to limit driving time. • Shop around for the best gas prices in your community. • Consider paying cash. Some retailers charge extra per gallon for customers who pay with a credit card. • Remove excess weight in your vehicle. • Drive conservatively. Aggressive acceleration and speeding reduce fuel economy. • Enroll in savings programs. AAA Members who enroll in Shell's Fuel Rewards program can save 5 cents per gallon when they fill up at Shell.
CBS News
4 days ago
- CBS News
Cocaine, methamphetamine confiscated after search warrants served in Downriver area
Suspected shooter captured in Minnesota; death investigation in Bedford Township; and more top stori Suspected shooter captured in Minnesota; death investigation in Bedford Township; and more top stori Over ½ kilogram of cocaine and more than 3,000 methamphetamine pills were among the items confiscated during a series of police searches in Metro Detroit's Downriver area. The County of Macomb Enforcement Team (COMET) led the investigation, according to the report from Michigan State Police. Assisting agencies included Metro Narcotics Enforcement Team, Michigan State Police's Second District, Taylor Police Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Items that were confiscated during search warrants June 13, 2025, in Metro Detroit's Downriver region. Michigan State Police During the multiple search warrants served Friday, detectives seized over 1/2 kilogram of cocaine, more than 3,000 methamphetamine pills, Fentanyl, Hydrocodone, Alprazolam, 13 firearms, and over $6,000 with intent to forfeit. The investigation was supported by the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance (JAG) grant program, which is awarded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office of Justice Programs and U.S. Department of Justice; then administered by the Michigan State Police.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Metro Detroit Arab, Jewish communities cope with the aftershock of Israel attack on Iran
The Brief Israel attacked Iran overnight and on Friday the Iranians have responded with bombing attacks. In Metro Detroit both Arab and Jewish communities are coping with the impact. A local Imam called the attack on Iran an injustice while the Jewish Federation of Detroit says Iran was funding terror groups and working to develop a nuclear weapon. DEARBORN HEIGHTS, Mich. (FOX 2) - As tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, the effects are being felt here at home. Metro Detroit is home to some of significant Muslim and Jewish communities and for many, the headlines are deeply personal. Local perspective Imam Mohammad Ali Elahi is calling for justice, as the conflict abroad stirs pain, fear, and division at home. Ali is from the Islamic House of Wisdom in Dearborn Heights - where pain reverberates from thousands of miles away. "It has been a very painful and sad situation starting from last night and it still continues," he said. The Imam is calling on the international community to confront what he calls an unjust and dangerous act of aggression. "This is absolute injustice," he said. Overnight, Israel launched a massive airstrike campaign deep inside Iran targeting military leaders, nuclear sites, and even residential neighborhoods in Tehran. Among those killed were top generals and nuclear scientists. Iran has vowed to retaliate, calling the strike a declaration of war. The spiritual leader says the strike on civilians is abominable. "We condemn this," he said. "It's very barbaric attacking people in their apartments, residential areas in Tehran and other cities. And bringing insecurity and tension for everyone." While the White House insists it had no role in the operation, Imam Elahi casts doubt on that claim. "Although the Secretary of State said we had nothing to do with this attack, America is not involved. But at the same time, we see that they are involved and the President, how he is talking now, this is involvement." The Jewish Federation of Detroit sent a statement a message saying the Iranian regime worked to develop a nuclear arsenal while funding terror groups that serve its stated ambition to destroy the Jewish state. The organization wrote in part, "No nation can be expected to stand idle in the face of such danger. Israel's targeted military operations are a matter of self-defense - necessary to protect its people and ensure its survival." The Source Information for this report is from an interview with Imam Mohammad Ali Elahi and a statement from the Jewish Federation of Detroit.
