Woodward Avenue

A water main break caused flooding on Woodward Avenue in Royal Oak near Catalpa, impacting the morning commute. Crews capped the break by 6:30 a.m. on Thursday, but significant flooding remains in the northbound lanes, prompting the city to ask drivers to avoid the area.

A water main break on Woodward Avenue at Catalpa Drive in Royal Oak caused flooding, making the northbound lanes impassable. Workers from the Royal Oak Department of Public Service are repairing the break, with noticeable improvements observed. No boil water advisory was issued, and a local business owner reported no water pressure issues.

A single-vehicle crash involving a red Jeep occurred at a Shell gas station in Bloomfield Hills, leading to road closures and an ongoing investigation by local authorities.

Michigan lawmakers are proposing legislation to address excessive noise from modified vehicles on Woodward Avenue in metro Detroit, which residents say disrupts their lives year-round. The bills, House Bills 6151 and 6152, would allow enforcement against loud vehicles on state highways with fines up to $1,000 for repeat offenses. Local authorities and residents support the measures, though some drivers argue the penalties are too steep.

A DDOT bus and a vehicle collided on Woodward Avenue in Detroit, causing four bus passengers to be hospitalized. The vehicle attempted a right turn onto East Elizabeth Street from the middle northbound lane, leading to the crash. No injuries were reported among the vehicle's occupants or pedestrians.

A 33-year-old Ferndale man was killed after being struck by a Road Commission for Oakland County truck while riding an e-bike on Woodward Avenue. The crash, which occurred as the truck turned into a private driveway, has sparked discussions about cyclist safety, road design, and e-bike regulations in Michigan.

A 33-year-old Ferndale man riding an e-bike was killed after being struck by a Road Commission for Oakland County truck on Woodward Avenue near College Avenue. The truck was attempting to turn into a private driveway when it collided with the cyclist, who was riding on the sidewalk, resulting in his death at the scene.

A 33-year-old Ferndale resident was killed in a collision with an Oakland County Road Commission truck on Woodward Avenue, sparking concerns about biker safety and traffic design. Witnesses reported the truck struck the rider in a bike lane while turning into a vacant lot, highlighting visibility challenges at intersections. Residents and officials are calling for changes to the road's design, which includes two-way bike lanes and on-street parking.

A cyclist was killed in a crash involving an Oakland County Road Commission vehicle on northbound Woodward Avenue near College Street in Ferndale. The incident occurred just after 1 p.m., and the intersection remains closed as the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office investigates.

Tony 'Massive' Little has opened The Massidore Detroit, a new restaurant and event center on Woodward Avenue offering a diverse menu and community-focused initiatives. The business emphasizes outreach, including monthly deliveries of hot meals to those in need, and aims to foster community relationships through regular events and service.