Detroit River

Canada is celebrating a new U.S.-Canada bridge over the Detroit River in Ontario, despite ongoing tariff issues with Trump.

The Gordie Howe Bridge's walking and biking path will use a multi-layered security framework managed jointly by the Feds and the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority. The bridge spans one-and-a-half miles across the Detroit River.

Officials confirmed the Gordie Howe International Bridge will open on July 27, 2024, after years of construction and collaboration between Canada and Michigan. The six-lane bridge spans the Detroit River and aims to enhance trade, reduce traffic, and create jobs through toll revenue-funded operations.

A bridge linking Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, is set to open by late July after a U.S.-Canada dispute delayed its June ribbon-cutting. The resolution followed President Donald Trump's earlier threats to block the bridge and involved negotiations over ownership and other issues.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, is expected to open by late July after U.S. and Canadian officials resolved disputes that delayed its debut. The bridge, named after hockey player Gordie Howe, will serve as an economic link between the two countries, with commercial traffic beginning before August 1.

A Metro Detroit man rescued a child from the Detroit River after hidden currents and sudden drop-offs created dangerous conditions. The Wayne County Marine Division emphasized water safety warnings for the Fourth of July, urging vigilance and proper precautions like life jackets.

U.S. Coast Guard members rescued seven people from a burning 45-foot boat near Detroit on Thursday. The boat sank later, and the fire's cause is under investigation.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved a groundwater cleanup plan for BASF’s site in Wyandotte, Michigan, addressing contaminants like heavy metals, PFAS, and organic compounds. The plan includes perimeter barriers, groundwater extraction, and on-site treatment, with construction starting in 2027. Local groups have long criticized pollution at the site, which borders the Detroit River and a drinking water intake.

The body of a girl was recovered from the Detroit River at Maheras-Gentry Park after a rescue attempt for two children in the water on June 27. Detroit Police Commander Lawrence Purifoy confirmed the recovery, noting the child's death and offering condolences to her family.

A teen girl drowned in the Detroit River after a rescue effort was initiated by Detroit Police, Coast Guard, and other authorities. Officers responded to a report of two teens in the water on June 27, with one teen safely exiting while the second did not resurface.

The annual Ford Fireworks event in Windsor, Ontario, brings Americans and Canadians together despite political tensions, including delays in opening the Gordie Howe International Bridge and disputes over U.S. policies under President Donald Trump. Residents from both sides express goodwill and emphasize shared bonds, highlighting the event's role in fostering cross-border unity.

First responders and private citizens rescued 12 people from capsized sailboats in the Detroit River near Belle Isle during severe weather on June 10. No serious injuries were reported, and all rescued individuals declined medical treatment.

Strong storms caused seven sailboats to capsize on the Detroit River beyond the Belle Isle Bridge, prompting rescues led by Detroit firefighters, the U.S. Coast Guard, and the Detroit Police Harbormaster, with assistance from other boaters.

Detroit City Council approved an extended curfew for minors during the 2026 Ford Fireworks event, effective June 22-23. The measure, opposed by two council members, aims to protect residents and covers a designated area in Detroit. Past data shows juvenile curfew violations and incidents of gun violence in the viewing area.

A Michigan mastodon named Elmer will move to the Cranbrook Institute of Science in 2027. A Wayne County man was arrested after a police chase and standoff, a Birmingham pool rental caused neighborhood chaos, and Detroit apartment residents reported maintenance issues.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to soften his criticism of U.S. President Donald Trump at the G7 summit as tensions over the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) escalate. Trump has threatened not to renew the trade deal, which is critical for Canada's economy, and has taken actions including canceling events and delaying infrastructure projects, fueling political tensions between the two nations.

Detroit Police Department is considering expanding gunshot detection technology ShotSpotter into downtown and southwest areas through a new Request for Proposal (RFP). The current contract extension does not include geographic expansion, but the RFP aims to select a vendor for coverage in precincts 3, 4, and 7. The Detroit Police Chief and representatives did not mention the expansion during recent council hearings.

The opening of a Canada-US bridge across the Detroit River, which President Donald Trump had previously threatened to block, was delayed on Thursday due to unresolved issues.

The opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Canada and the United States has been delayed to resolve 'outstanding issues.' The bridge, jointly owned by Canada and Michigan, faced uncertainty after President Donald Trump demanded Canada transfer half ownership to the U.S. federal government. Recent communication between Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and White House chief of staff Susie Wiles led to invitations for the bridge’s opening.

The opening of the Canada-U.S. Gordie Howe International Bridge was delayed due to unresolved issues, following President Trump's previous demands for U.S. ownership. The bridge, jointly owned by Canada and Michigan, is intended to ease cross-border congestion.

The opening of a Canada-US bridge across the Detroit River, which President Donald Trump previously threatened to block, has been delayed due to 'outstanding issues.'

Federal and state environmental agencies announced new cleanup efforts for polluted segments of the Detroit and Rouge Rivers, designated as 'Areas of Concern' under the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement. The initiative involves dredging, capping contaminated sediment, and partnerships with entities like Honeywell International to restore ecological health and eventually de-list affected sites.

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that the opening of a new bridge across the Detroit River may take longer than expected. U.S. President Donald Trump had previously threatened to block the bridge's opening.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge between Canada and Michigan is set to open soon, despite U.S. President Donald Trump's threats to block the project. The bridge, jointly owned by Canada and Michigan, aims to ease congestion and boost cross-border commerce.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge across the Detroit River, jointly owned by Canada and Michigan, will open despite U.S. President Donald Trump's earlier threats to block it. The bridge, funded by Canada to ease cross-border congestion, is set to open to traffic later this month after Trump demanded changes to its ownership structure.

The EPA and Michigan are providing $6.5 million and $3.5 million respectively to clean up contaminated sediment and restore habitat along the Detroit River. The project focuses on Upper Trenton Harbor and other sites within the 700-acre Detroit River Area of Concern, aiming to address 3.5 million cubic yards of toxic sediment containing bacteria, PCBs, metals, oil, and grease.