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people loading into bus
Posted inTransportation

With a new director coming soon, what’s the state of DDOT?

Avatar photo by Bryce Huffman September 6, 2023 6:00 amSeptember 5, 2023 12:38 pm

Detroit Department of Transportation leader Mikel Oglesby is leaving at the close of October, prompting some advocates and union officials to worry about DDOT’s future. Oglesby and city leaders say plans will stay on track.

protestors
Posted inTransportation

Advocates demand higher bus driver pay to stem ‘public transportation crisis’

Avatar photo by Bryce Huffman July 28, 2023 3:37 pmJuly 28, 2023 3:39 pm

More competitive pay for DDOT and SMART will offset recruitment challenges and ensure more routes are running and reliable.

roads
Posted inTransportation

Detroit plans self-driving shuttle for seniors, residents with disabilities

Avatar photo by Malachi Barrett July 24, 2023 3:38 pmJuly 24, 2023 3:38 pm

A federal grant will help fund a program to test autonomous public transportation services in Detroit.

park here sign on a street corner
Posted inTransportation

New parking changes to reserve spots for Midtown residents

Avatar photo by Malachi Barrett July 22, 2023 7:00 amJuly 21, 2023 3:55 pm

Detroit is creating new parking zones where residents can park in exclusive on-street spaces after 5 p.m.

qline streetcar
Posted inTransportation

QLINE’s limitations reflect regional transit failures holding back Detroiters

Avatar photo by Malachi Barrett June 28, 2023 6:00 amJune 28, 2023 12:08 pm

Despite its limitations, the downtown streetcar is becoming more reliable. Some transit advocates are considering its role in plans for a regional network.

Construction on Sashabaw Rd in the evening in Clarkston, Michigan
Posted inTransportation

Michigan moves to use cameras to issue speeding tickets in construction zones

by Janelle D. James June 23, 2023 12:49 pmJune 23, 2023 12:49 pm

The state House passed legislation to allow automated ticket systems in work areas. Last year, 16 died in work zone crashes.

busted fender on grey suv
Posted inTransportation

Traffic deaths spike in Michigan since 2019; experts blame risky driving

by Janelle D. James June 21, 2023 2:05 pmJune 21, 2023 6:07 pm

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.

Paul Jones III
Posted inTransportation

Opinion: MDOT’s I-375 project is shaping up to be a missed opportunity

by Paul Jones III April 27, 2023 1:37 pmApril 28, 2023 7:26 am

To be more effective and impactful, the project must be a renewed focus on adding regional, rapid transit options in downtown Detroit, argues Jones.

Tim Moore looking at a map
Posted inTransportation

MDOT’s I-375 project faces design and diversity challenges

J. Gabriel Ware headshot by J. Gabriel Ware April 26, 2023 12:44 pmApril 26, 2023 1:40 pm

A contingent of residents expressed concerns and confusion over the proposed boulevard design at an I-375 Reconnecting Communities Local Advisory Committee meeting on Tuesday.

Transportation Director Mikel Oglesby tqlking to someone in front of a bus
Posted inTransportation

DDOT wants residents to help overhaul bus service through ‘reimagined’ plan

Avatar photo by Malachi Barrett April 24, 2023 5:12 pmApril 24, 2023 5:12 pm

City officials want residents to weigh in on “DDOT Reimagined,” a long-term plan to improve bus service.

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