Police say they are largely choosing to educate motorists rather than slap them with citations for the beefed-up distracted driving law that went into effect on June 30.
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Fatal crashes remain high in post-pandemic Michigan, risky driving blamed
The rise in deadly crashes was highest in northern Michigan, but metro Detroit and the Thumb also saw jumps. Experts cite faster and more reckless driving. Look up deadly driving statistics in your area.
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Troy residents sick of traffic noise get $10M from state for sound walls
Michigan lawmakers included $10 million for two sections of sound walls along Interstate 75 near Troy after local residents worked for years to get relief. A statewide fix for noisy traffic could be much harder.
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Michigan’s new hands-free driving law takes effect Friday. What to know
Just in time for travel on the long weekend, a new law goes into effect that prohibits driving while using a smartphone to talk, text, watch videos or scroll social media.
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Michigan moves to use cameras to issue speeding tickets in construction zones
The state House passed legislation to allow automated ticket systems in work areas. Last year, 16 died in work zone crashes.
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Traffic deaths spike in Michigan since 2019; experts blame risky driving
Traffic fatalities rose 15 percent in Michigan since before the pandemic, mirroring a national increase that transportation officials blame on alcohol, speeding and distracted driving.
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Want better roads? Make it easier to open gravel mines in Michigan, unions say
A proposal to shift oversight of gravel mines to the state is back in the state House, pitting business and union leaders against environmentalists and township officials.
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‘Hands-free’ distracted driving law takes effect June 30 in Michigan
Michigan drivers will be subject to tougher distracted driving laws. Holding a cell phone for non-emergency calls, texts or social media use could result in a ticket.
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Detroit’s Belle Isle Park now has fast charging stations for EVs
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced on Monday that two new DC charging stations are operating at the state park. The state intends to spread EV chargers to other state parks.
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Michigan lawmakers lay tracks on plans to clear back-ups at train crossings
The Michigan Senate unanimously approved a plan to offer grants for getting trains out of the way of road traffic. Some lawmakers believe there’s more to be done.