The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) has presented an alternative vision for the I-375 redesign, featuring significant changes to the initial plans by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), which included nine lanes of traffic along the new boulevard. According to CBS News Detroit , the DDP proposal calls for a reduction to five or six lanes, allowing for wider sidewalks, additional parking, and a design more accommodating to pedestrians and cyclists . The partnership’s CEO, Eric Larson, emphasized the benefits of “connecting, at grade, two communities that have been divided now for sixty years” and restoring “tree line streets.” Further...

In St. Louis County, a surge in the number of senior residents applying for a program that locks in property taxes has caused the online system to temporarily shut down. Officials have said the “Senior Tax Freeze Program,” which received over 30,000 applications since its inception, will not be accepting new submissions until system improvements are complete. A statement from the county’s website clarified that the application process will be on hold from Wednesday 5 p.m. until Monday 8 a.m. According to a release obtained by FOX2now , Director of Revenue Tony Smee conveyed apologies for the inconvenience and explained,...

Chilly winds and a modest chance of rain are set to barely dampen Nashville’s week as the National Weather Service maps out a forecast for mixed skies and shifting breezes. The National Weather Service latest update, timed at 4:53 am CST, indicates a 30 percent chance of showers carrying over from the night under a mostly cloudy sky and a low temperature hovering around 54 degrees. South winds are expected to cruise at around 10 mph, with gusts that might briskly push to 20 mph. Thursday is looking up slightly, with a 20 percent chance of clearing up showers swiftly...

Honolulu weather forecasters are advising residents and visitors to prepare for strong trade winds lasting into the weekend. The National Weather Service in Honolulu reports that showers, primarily over windward and mountain areas, are being carried in by these winds, with some showers also reaching leeward areas. According to the National Weather Service , there are “no significant changes to the forecast this morning.” However, there is an active Wind Advisory for parts of Maui County and the Big Island, with high winds expected to continue through Friday night. A slot of drier air is forecasted for Friday, which, combined...

In a significant move to safeguard public health, the City of Minneapolis is actively engaging in a citywide project to replace outdated, potentially harmful water lines with newer, safer alternatives. As stated in a recent announcement , this initiative was launched with the support of state and federal funds, specifically targeting lead water infrastructure across the city. Residents identified with susceptible water service lines received letters this week detailing the material of their lines, potential risks, and the steps the city plans to quickly deploy for resolution. Under Minnesota’s 2023 Lead Service Line Replacement legislation, the city is mandated to...

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has warned several popular beaches about ocean water use. High bacterial levels have prompted advisories against swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters at areas surrounding several storm drains and piers. According to a bulletin released by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health , locations including Dockweiler State Beach and Santa Monica Pier are on the watch list. Warnings are specified for the beaches at Dockweiler State Beach Westchester Storm Drain, Castlerock Storm Drain at Topanga County Beach, and Windward Storm Drain at Venice Beach—all within a 100-yard radius from...

Denver residents, brace yourselves for a mix of calm skies and potential snow flurries in the coming days. According to the National Weather Service , today’s sunny disposition with highs nearing 58 degrees will give way to a cooler evening with the temperature dipping to around 29 degrees. The forecast promises mostly clear nighttime skies, with just a gentle whisper of west-southwest winds. Looking ahead to the weekend, the weather takes a pleasant turn with mostly sunny conditions expected on Friday, boasting a high of around 63 degrees. Come Saturday, Denver will see the sun reigning supreme again, with temperatures...

A Midwest City man, Antonio Laringo Knox, 53, faces up to 35 years in federal prison after being convicted for manufacturing crack cocaine and illegal firearm possession. The U.S. Attorney’s office announced the jury verdict, which concluded a trial revealing the evidence of Knox’s criminal activities. During the trial, the prosecution presented evidence that included cocaine base, tools for drug manufacturing such as razor blades and digital scales, ammunition, and firearms found in Knox’s residence. On September 12, 2023, officers had executed a search warrant on his home, leading to his arrest and the series of events culminating in this...

The healthcare landscape might be on the cusp of a significant shift thanks to SiPhox Health, a startup launched by two MIT-schooled researchers. As chronic illnesses impose frequent blood testing on millions, SiPhox is working on a technology shift that will enable patients to perform blood tests from the comfort of their homes using a silicon photonic chip-based system. This innovation could potentially overhaul the current tedious process involving clinic visits and lab appointments. Tracking vital health markers for conditions like hypothyroidism and various inflammatory diseases can be a logistical headache for patients. It often means scheduling conflicts, long trips...