Gordie Howe International Bridge

The United States plans to impose a 50% tariff on various Canadian goods unless a trade deal is reached by Wednesday, Aug. 19. These tariffs are expected to affect consumer items such as dairy and alcohol, although they exclude energy products and potash. Both countries are reportedly continuing trade talks amid uncertainty regarding supply chain stability and increased costs.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge opened a free multi-use walking and bike path between Detroit and Canada, allowing pedestrians and cyclists to cross the international span. The path, 1.5 miles long with a 5% grade, connects border inspection booths 1.8 miles apart and requires standard travel documents. Hundreds of people participated in the inaugural crossing, including members of the Gordie Howe International Bike Club.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge's multi-use path opened on August 5, allowing toll-free pedestrian and bicycle crossings between Michigan and Canada. The path, separated by concrete barriers, temporarily closed on the U.S. side due to high demand but is set to reopen at 12 p.m. the same day.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge officially opened on July 27, connecting Detroit’s I-75 to Ontario’s Highway 401. Owned by Michigan and Canada but primarily funded by Canada, the bridge features toll rates lower than the Ambassador Bridge and Detroit-Windsor Tunnel, with a free multi-use path for pedestrians and cyclists opening August 5.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge's multi-use path for walkers and bicyclists opened Wednesday, operating daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. with a 5% incline and 1.8-mile length. Parking is available at designated trailheads in Windsor and Detroit, and e-bikes are restricted during initial weeks. Travelers must present cross-border documents and follow safety guidelines like speed limits and pedestrian right-of-way.

7,500 vehicles crossed the Gordie Howe International Bridge on its first day of operation.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge, a $6.4 billion project, officially opened after more than 20 years of planning and construction. The opening was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Pedestrians and cyclists can cross the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, for free starting August 5. The 1.5-mile path requires travel documents like a passport or NEXUS card but no toll. It connects Detroit’s Joe Louis Greenway and is expected to attract cyclists from North America.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge opened to traffic, easing congestion for the Detroit-Windsor corridor, though initial border lane closures caused delays. Users reported mixed experiences, with some praising the bridge's potential to reduce travel time while acknowledging early operational challenges.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge opened Monday, creating a new gateway between Detroit and Windsor after over 20 years of planning and construction. The bridge features three lanes into the U.S. and three into Canada, with funding agreed upon in 2012 between former Michigan Governor Rick Snyder and then-Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper. The project faced legal opposition from the Moroun family and political tensions involving President Trump.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge officially opened, aiming to reduce truck traffic and noise in Southwest Detroit. Residents hope the bridge will shift commercial traffic away from neighborhood streets, improving safety and quality of life. The opening occurs amid U.S.-Canada trade tensions, though community focus remains on local relief.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge opened to traffic after years of construction and delays, with the first crossings led by Gordie Howe’s grandson, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, and other dignitaries. Drivers from the region celebrated the historic event, some bringing vintage vehicles like a 1929 Ford Model A to mark the occasion.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge, designed to resemble a hockey slapshot, opened to facilitate faster border crossings between Detroit and Windsor. It features streamlined travel for drivers and truckers, with economic benefits highlighted by industry leaders. The bridge’s design includes hockey-themed columns and white LED lighting.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, has opened after Trump attempted to block its construction. The bridge is crucial to trade.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge, connecting Detroit and Ontario, opened as President Trump questioned the agreement governing its use. Marta Leardi-Anderson of the Cross-Border Institute discussed the event with CBS News.

A new six-lane bridge linking Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, opened to vehicles as an alternative to the Ambassador Bridge, despite trade disputes between the U.S. and Canada. The Gordie Howe International Bridge, built by Canada at a cost of $6.4 billion, faced political tensions including U.S. President Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods. The bridge will eventually allow free pedestrian and bicycle access.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge opened to traffic on July 27, 2026, with Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer driving a Michigan-built Ford Mustang to mark the event. Whitmer described the bridge as an engineering marvel and a symbol of the partnership between Michigan and Canada.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge opened to traffic on July 27, with Gordie Howe’s family among the first to cross. Tolls vary by vehicle type, with rates listed in CAD and USD. Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield highlighted the bridge's economic benefits in a statement.

The first vehicles crossed the new Gordie Howe International Bridge today. FOX 2 was present to cover the event.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer was the first to cross the new Gordie Howe International Bridge, which opened to the public today. She received a sneak preview hours before the official opening.

President Donald Trump will visit Metro Detroit to promote his economic plan, including new tariffs, and the grand opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge. The bridge's opening ceremony in Windsor lacked U.S. officials due to tariff tensions, and Trump announced the U.S. now gets 50% of the bridge's profit. The visit coincides with Michigan's Aug. 4 primary election featuring Senate and governor races.

Traffic will begin flowing across the new Gordie Howe International Bridge over the Detroit River, connecting Canada and the U.S., marking the completion of a multibillion-dollar, multiyear project critical for trade, jobs, and tourism. Canada celebrated the bridge with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Windsor, Ontario.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge opened in Windsor, Ontario, as a new trade route between Canada and the U.S., but U.S. and Michigan officials were excluded from the ceremony following President Donald Trump's 50% tariff announcement on Canadian goods. The bridge, costing $6.4 billion, will alleviate traffic and boost trade, with Canada sharing toll revenue with the U.S. for 15 years.

Southeast Michigan faces a potential severe storm warning for Monday afternoon and evening, with clusters of showers and thunderstorms adding uncertainty. A former nurse, Jayne Griffor, transitioned to a construction role on the Gordie Howe International Bridge, which is set to open in July 2025. Michigan gas prices rose 8 cents to $4.23 per gallon, with Metro Detroit prices exceeding $4 for the first time since April.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge is set to open at Noon today after years of construction, connecting Detroit and Windsor. Drivers will pay a $5.75 toll with a passport or enhanced license, while a toll-free pedestrian path opens August 5. The bridge is the first new international crossing between the cities in nearly a century.

Traffic will begin Monday on the new Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, a $6.4 billion project aimed at enhancing trade and tourism between the U.S. and Canada. The bridge's opening follows a Canada-only ribbon-cutting ceremony after U.S. representatives were uninvited due to Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge, connecting Detroit and Windsor, Canada, is set to open on July 27 after construction began in July 2018. Initially scheduled for a 2025 opening, the bridge is the second to link the cities, following the 1929 Ambassador Bridge. In 2023, crews focused on completing the road deck before bridge deck work, with towers on both sides of the Detroit River reaching a final height of 722 feet.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge, a major infrastructure project connecting Detroit and Ontario, is set to open to traffic on July 27. The bridge, funded primarily by Canada, offers toll rates significantly lower than the Ambassador Bridge and Detroit-Windsor Tunnel, with discounts available through the Breakaway program.

Jayne Griffor transitioned from a nursing career to becoming a labor foreman on the Gordie Howe International Bridge project. Her move was influenced by personal loss, including her husband's death on a construction site, and a desire to honor his legacy while raising their sons. The bridge project symbolizes resilience and a tribute to her husband.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge, a $4.7 billion project funded primarily by Canada, is set to open on July 27, 2026, connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario. It replaces the aging Ambassador Bridge, which handles 40% of U.S.-Canada trucking shipments, and includes 60 inspection lanes to ease cross-border trade. Construction began in 2018 but faced delays, with the bridge now opening later than initially planned.

Traffic will begin Monday on the new Gordie Howe International Bridge between Canada and the U.S., a critical trade route. The bridge's opening was marked by a Canadian ceremony excluding U.S. representatives due to Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods. The $6.4 billion bridge replaces the Ambassador Bridge as a faster, less expensive commercial route.

Traffic will begin on the new Gordie Howe International Bridge between Canada and the U.S. on Monday, a $6.4 billion project critical for trade and tourism. U.S. representatives were uninvited from a recent Canadian ceremony due to Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods. The bridge replaces the privately-owned Ambassador Bridge as a faster, less expensive commercial route.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge is set to open Monday after years of construction and delays, following a 2018 start. A Canadian ribbon-cutting ceremony excluded U.S. officials due to tensions over Trump’s 50% tariff on Canadian goods. Truck drivers expressed mixed reactions, with some excited about improved traffic flow and others planning to use the existing Ambassador Bridge.

Canada celebrated the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge in Windsor, marking a major infrastructure project after decades of planning. The event excluded U.S. and Michigan representatives due to ongoing trade tensions, including President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods. The bridge is set to open for traffic on Monday, introducing competition to the privately owned Ambassador Bridge.

Canada has celebrated the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, a new structure connecting Canada and the United States. The event took place amid ongoing tariff disputes involving President Trump.

Canada celebrated the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, a new structure connecting Canada and the United States, amid tariff troubles with President Trump. The bridge's inauguration marks a significant infrastructure development despite ongoing trade tensions.

Canada celebrated the Gordie Howe International Bridge, a new structure connecting it to the US, amid tariff troubles with President Trump.

Canada and the United States celebrated the new Gordie Howe International Bridge during ongoing tariff issues with President Trump.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge, connecting Detroit and Windsor, is set to open after four years of construction. Ironworker Casey Whitson, part of Iron Workers Local 25, reflects on his role in the project, including a symbolic photo with a Canadian ironworker during the bridge's final connection. Whitson highlights the bridge as a historic achievement for Detroit's ironworking community.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge is set to open, with a Canadian celebration held despite a canceled joint U.S.-Canada event due to President Trump's tariff threats. Michigan's side of the Detroit River remained quiet, prompting local reactions and questions about the absence of a U.S. celebration.