Monday is Day 1 of Metro Detroit's biggest construction project, eastbound Interstate 696, and drivers are bracing for years of changes.

Michigan State Police in Detroit responded to the crash, which occurred on westbound I-696 east of Dequindre Road at 5:25 a.m. on Sunday.

DETROIT – The countdown is over as MDOT crews launched the final phase of the I-696 project Monday. A stretch of eastbound I-696 -- between M-10 and I-75 -- will be closed for about two years. It’s not just drivers who are concerned about navigating the challenges.

The eastbound I-696 construction is set to begin Monday that will close traffic in its busiest nine-mile stretch from Lahser Road to I-75.

According to MSU police, officers located the person of interest within an hour of learning of the online threat.

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• Detroit Autorama: Feb. 28-March 2, Huntington Place, Cobo, Detroit. Tickets at gate are $28 for adults, $10 for ages 6-12 and free for children 5 and under. Discount tickets at O’Reilly Auto Parts are $26 for adults and $9 for ages 6-12, www.autorama.com.

Here are all the 2025 MHSAA high school girls basketball district matchups involving teams within the Metro Detroit coverage area.