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The Detroit Free Press

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Hot cars are especially dangerous for kids. What experts are saying

As Michigan continues to experience summer heat, experts are warning that the consequences of leaving children in your vehicle for any length of time can be deadly. In Detroit, Grand Rapids and Lansing areas, local National Weather Service offices forecast temperatures climbing into the upper 80s by later this week, but even cooler temperatures can be too hot for children to remain in a vehicle. Each year, heatstroke claims the lives of nearly 40 children in cars nationwide, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Temperatures quickly rise in enclosed vehicles and can be fatal for children, pets or people with disabilities left inside, experts say. "It’s important for everyone to understand these tragedies can happen to anyone — but are always preventable," the NHTSA's website says. So far in 2026, 15 child deaths have been reported in vehicles, according to the National Safety Council. "Nearly every state has experienced at least one death since 1998. In both 2018 and 2019 a record number of 53 children died after being left in a hot vehicle ," the NSC said. While fatalities are rare in Michigan, they do still occur. Thirteen children died in Michigan vehicles between 1990 and 2025,

Michigan · 07-29

927thevan.com

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Need for School Bus Drivers Continues as New Academic Year Approaches

HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Aug. 1, 2026) – School bells ring later this month, and an annual concern for districts is having enough bus drivers on hand. This week, Allendale Public Schools announced the elimination of bus service in some areas because of a driver shortage. New non-transportation zones will take effect when the school year begins, with some parents raising concerns about student safety and walking distances, but district officials say they will continue trying to recruit more drivers.

Holland, MI · 08-01

ottawanewsnetwork.org

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Weekly Construction Update: July 31

Road Closure: Eighth Avenue, Byron Road to Quincy Street. WHERE: Eighth Avenue, Byron Road to Quincy Street, Jamestown Township. BACKGROUND: On Monday, Aug. 3, the Ottawa County Road Commission will be closing Eighth Avenue between Byron Road and Quincy Street in Jamestown Township for culvert replacement work. This project is...

Ottawa County, MI · 07-31

WOOD TV8

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Roundabout projects underway in Grand Rapids area

Construction season is now underway across West Michigan and you may soon notice several new roundabouts in Grand Rapids and Kent County.

Grand Rapids, MI · 07-30

FOX 17 News West Michigan

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New Kentwood detours frustrate neighbors amid ongoing construction

A new closure on Breton Road has added another layer of disruption for Kentwood neighbors already adjusting to weeks of construction at 36th Street and Shaffer Avenue.

Grand Rapids, MI · 07-30

102.5/104.9 The Block - Southwest Michigan's #1 for R&B

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MDOT Fixing Allegan County Bridges After Repeated Hits

Those overpasses near Dorr that keep getting hit? MDOT is finally making repairs, but drivers should expect delays and detours.

Allegan County, MI · 07-29

13 ON YOUR SIDE

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What the new warning signs on US-131 mean, how they can help you

Kent County, MI · 07-29

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Roundabout Construction: Blendon/Georgetown Twps.

The Ottawa County Road Commission has scheduled roundabout construction work at the intersection of 48th Avenue and Baldwin Street in Blendon/Georgetown townships. Roundabout Construction: 48th Avenue at Baldwin Street. WHEN: Beginning Monday, July 27. WHERE: 48th Avenue at Baldwin Street, Blendon/Georgetown townships. WHY: Roundabout construction. BACKGROUND: The Ottawa County Road...

Ottawa County, MI · 07-27