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Lane restrictions, road work to begin along I-75 south of Monroe Lane restrictions will begin Friday on I-75 in part of Monroe County, as MDOT starts a two-year road work project.

Lane restrictions and construction will begin Friday on part of I-75 in Monroe County, Michigan.

#RoadWatch

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How to stay safe during Michigan's tornado season Here's how to keep yourself and your family safe when tornadoes threaten Southeast Michigan.

Here’s how to keep yourself and your family safe when tornadoes threaten Southeast Michigan. 🌪️

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Michigan could see another round of severe weather late Tuesday Strong to possibly severe thunderstorms are expected across southeast Michigan Tuesday night into Wednesday as a powerful storm system moves through the Great Lakes.

Here’s what we are watching in terms of Metro Detroit weather on Tuesday:

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Water main break in Oakland County prompts boil water advisory for Walled Lake, part of Novi A water main break in Farmington Hills, Michigan, that happened early Saturday has spurred a boil water advisory for Walled Lake and a portion of Novi, according to the Great Lakes Water Authority.

Water woes in Novi, Michigan, with a new water main break:

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At least 4 dead, several other injured after tornado strikes Southwest Michigan, authorities say At least four people have died, and several others were injured after a tornado ripped through Southwest Michigan on Friday, authorities say.

At least four people have died, and several others were injured after a tornado ripped through Southwest Michigan on Friday, authorities say.

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Multiple tornadoes reported in Southwest Michigan amid severe weather At least two tornadoes were reported in Southwest Michigan on Friday amid severe weather, according to CBS Detroit's Chief Meteorologist Ahmad Bajjey.

Tornadoes were reported Friday in Union City and Three Rivers, Michigan; while a possible third tornado may have been in St. Joseph County.

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Gusty storms move into Metro Detroit for Friday night The National Weather Service has issued a marginal risk (Level 1 of 5) for severe weather across southeast Michigan for Friday night.

Monitoring the weather scenario in Metro Detroit:

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Day 1 Severe Storm Categorical Outlook, Issued 1258Z 03/06/2026. Valid 1300Z Fri 03/06 to 1200Z Sat 03/07. Map of the US showing severe weather risk levels. A large area of "Thunderstorms" (light green) and "Marginal" (dark green) risk covers the Midwest and Southeast. A "Slight" risk (yellow) spans from Texas to Wisconsin. An "Enhanced" risk (orange) is centered over Missouri, Arkansas, and Illinois.

Severe thunderstorms are expected from the southern Plains to the Midwest this afternoon into tonight. Severe storm hazards may include very large hail, severe wind gusts & tornadoes. Storms could also produce heavy rain that may lead to flash flooding.

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Gordie Howe International Bridge staff to begin operational testing The Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Windsor has moved into the "testing and commissioning" stage.

While no opening date has been announced, the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Windsor has moved into the "testing and commissioning" stage.

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Michigan students, artists, invited to design "I Voted" stickers for 2026 Michigan students and adults are invited once again to submit their designs for "I Voted" stickers that will be given to voters.

Michigan students and adults are invited once again to submit their designs for "I Voted" stickers that will be given to voters in the November election.

#Election2026

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Somewhere, up there, is a lunar eclipse.

But Metro Detroit has a bunch of clouds in the way.

Total lunar eclipse to begin just before sunrise March 3 over Southeast Michigan Whether Tuesday's lunar eclipse will be visible from Metro Detroit depends on the cloud cover and sunrise time.

If you're lucky, you might see the lunar eclipse from Metro Detroit as you wake up Tuesday morning.

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Overview Severe thunderstorms including tornadoes, large hail, and damaging wind gusts are expected across parts of the Midwest and Lower Ohio Valley today. Primary Risks Long-lived, multi-hour supercells are plausible, which would include heightened tornado potential. A few strong (EF2+) tornadoes are possible, centered on southern parts of Illinois and Indiana. Timing Peak severe/tornado potential is this afternoon into early evening. Safety Actions Continue to monitor forecasts for the latest information and updates to the risk areas. Be prepared to take action if watches and warnings are issued for your area.

Keep an eye to the sky today if you live in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, or Kentucky. Be sure to follow the latest updates from your local National Weather Service or other trusted weather sources.
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Mackinac Bridge ordered temporarily closed Thursday because of falling ice The Mackinac Bridge between Michigan's peninsulas was closed to all traffic Thursday morning because of falling ice.

The Mackinac Bridge is under an emergency closure Thursday because of falling ice.

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How Detroit adopted and expanded the paczki tradition for Fat Tuesday If it's Fat Tuesday in Detroit, you will find bakery boxes piled high with icing-coated or sugar-dusted, deep-fried fluffy doughnuts called paczki.

Detroiters let their imagination run wild when it comes to the Polish-American Fat Tuesday treat known as paczki. 🍩

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Happy Paczki Day!

Michigan winter weather twist:

There’s a line for car washes in Southeast Michigan even on Sunday morning!

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What is an ice jam? What to know about the unpredictable hazard on waterways An ice jam is a temporary, natural dam made of broken chunks of river ice.

Have you ever seen an ice jam? I have - and CBS Detroit chief meteorologist Ahmad Bajjey picked one of my photos to explain the scenario.

#MichiganWeather

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An icy view of the River Raisin in Monroe, Michigan, as seen this afternoon.

This is the same location where an ice jam caused flooding in neighboring streets about four years ago.

Today in history: Michigan's coldest temperature on record hit on Feb. 9, 1934 Ninety-two years ago, historians say, the state of Michigan experienced its coldest recorded temperature.

Ninety-two years ago, historians say, the state of Michigan experienced its coldest recorded temperature.

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Why does the air smell weird for some areas in Michigan? If you stepped outside Thursday morning, took a deep breath, and immediately wondered if a neighbor was burning tires, you aren't alone.

The CBS News Detroit staff has seen dozens of posts online mentioning a slight stench hanging in the air, especially within a couple of miles of a garbage dump.

It's unpleasant, it's noticeable, and you want to know why it's happening.

We have some answers:

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Ice coverage surges across Great Lakes; Lake Erie over 95% covered in ice Winter has officially tightened its grip on the Great Lakes.

Here’s where the winter ice is covering the Great Lakes.

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Ice expands on Great Lakes with cold blast; Lake Erie over 90% covered in ice The arctic air mass entrenched over the Great Lakes has resulted in ice expansion across the lakes.

The arctic air mass entrenched over the Great Lakes has resulted in ice expansion across the lakes over the last several days.

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Southeast Michigan schools closing Monday amid winter weather Dozens of Southeast Michigan schools are closed on Monday, Jan. 26, amid cold temperatures, snow and poor driving conditions.

Over 100 Southeast Michigan school closings have been reported so far for Monday.

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Projected snowfall totals for Sunday winter storm in Southeast Michigan Brutally cold temperatures begin the weekend, and accumulating snow will finish it off.

Latest forecast from @cbsdetroit.bsky.social

Monroe friends - take note!

#MichiganWinter

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NWS says total snow accumulations for Monroe County between 5 and
8 inches. Snowfall from 5 am Sunday to midnight Sunday.

Monroe has joined the winter storm warning party.

Selfie of a woman who wears a black sweatshirt.

Many years ago, I worked at a local newspaper in Ohio while my husband worked at the local radio station.

Our joke during severe winter weather was, “We go to work to tell everyone else to stay home.”

I just updated the school closing list that’s posted at @cbsdetroit. 😆

#MichiganWinter

Do Southeast Michigan schools close because of extremely cold weather? Many Michigan school districts have policies and procedures that help in making decisions about cold weather closings.

Do Southeast Michigan schools close because of extremely cold weather?

Yes, and here’s when.

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