Winnipeg Traffic

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• Temporary road closures announced for road construction and St. Vital Bridge project

  Winnipeg has announced some temporary road closures for general road construction and the St. Vital Bridge project. Motorists are urged to find alternate routes and expect delays.

  Traffic

  Jun 7
• Officers injured, one person in custody after early-morning Main Street crash

  A two-vehicle crash involving a Winnipeg Police Service cruiser car and a pedestrian vehicle has closed one of Winnipeg's busiest roads for the morning rush hour.

  Cannabis

  Jun 7
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• Winnipeg’s New Flyer contracted to make 186 battery-electric buses for Toronto

  Winnipeg's New Flyer Industries says the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) has awarded it a five-year contract for 186 battery-electric, heavy-duty buses.

  Environment

  Jun 6
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• More Winnipeggers on two wheels for bike week, organizers say

  Summer weather generally means a growing number of cyclists on Winnipeg streets, but you may have encountered more than usual on your Monday morning commute.

  Lifestyle

  Jun 5
• Winnipeg Pride parade brings road closures, locals urged to plan ahead

  The Winnipeg Pride parade happens Sunday, starting at the legislature and ending at The Forks. People heading downtown are encouraged to note road closures and transit detours.  

  Traffic

  Jun 3
• Whiteshell highway earns dubious honour as Manitoba’s worst road — again

  According to the results of CAA Manitoba's annual survey, Highway 307 near Eleanor Lake earned the dubious honour as the province's worst road.

  Traffic

  May 25
• Steinbach, Man. RCMP investigate fatal Highway 52 crash

  Police said the woman was headed east on Highway 52 when she lost control while trying to avoid debris on the highway, crashing into a westbound pickup truck. 

  Traffic

  May 24
• Deacon’s corner construction begins May 23

  Construction will begin tomorrow on a busy intersection southeast of Winnipeg, causing traffic delays. The intersection of the Trans-Canada Highway at Provincial Road (PR) 207, also known as Deacon’s Corner, will undergo reconstruction. Flagpeople will control traffic May 23 beginning at 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. Once the temporary shutdown is complete, traffic control signage...

  Traffic

  May 22
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• Dauphin man killed in Manitoba motorcycle crash

  Manitoba RCMP say a 49-year-old man -- who had been travelling with three others on motorcycles -- hit loose gravel and crashed into a guard rail near the Shellmouth Dam Monday.

  Traffic

  May 16
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• Winnipeg still lags behind on active transportation, experts say

  Winnipeg’s streets are getting some major investments, but experts say we need to consider more than just vehicles when planning improvements.

  Traffic

  May 13
• Suspect in custody after alleged pizza delivery car theft, say Winnipeg police

  A 34-year-old Winnipeg man is facing several charges after he allegedly stole a running pizza delivery vehicle and led police on a high-speed chase last week.

  Crime

  May 13
• Slow down, move over: Manitobans reminded to keep roadside workers safe

  Many motorists still haven't learned to slow down and move over when they see tow trucks or emergency vehicles on the side of the road, despite laws on the books for over a decade.

  Traffic

  May 9
• Winnipeg driver killed in three-car pileup on Highway 59

  A woman was killed in a three-car crash on Highway 59 near Grande Pointe Monday. Two other two drivers, men aged 18 and 24, were treated at the scene.

  Traffic

  May 9
• Route 90 proposed design unveiled, city asking public to weigh in

  The city has unveiled its design for a new-look Route 90 between Taylor Avenue and Ness Avenue, which would include the widening of the roadway.

  Traffic

  May 5
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• Arlington Bridge to close for repairs on Thursday, drivers advised to use alternative routes

  The Arlington Bridge in Winnipeg is going to close on Thursday until Monday for repairs. Drivers are advised to use alternative routes.

  Traffic

  May 3
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• Winnipeg drops speed limits on five streets for seasonal bike route program

  As part of Winnipeg's seasonal bike route program, five local streets will see temporary speed limit reductions, beginning with the installation of new speed limit signs Tuesday. 

  Traffic

  May 2
• City of Winnipeg seeks public engagement on next phase of Henderson Highway design

  The City of Winnipeg is looking for more feedback from residents on a recommended design for the future of north Henderson Highway.

  Politics

  May 2
• Dump truck, semi end up in rural Manitoba ditch after highway crash

  A dump truck being used to haul dirt was headed east, police said, and was trying to turn right on Road 42E, when it was hit from behind by the semi.

  Traffic

  May 2
• Boy, 5, killed in Manitoba truck rollover, RCMP say

  The others in the truck — two men in their 30s from Pine Creek First Nation — weren't hurt, but police said the boy wasn't properly restrained and was thrown from the vehicle.

  Traffic

  May 1
• Manitoba revs up safety awareness with launch of motorcycle month

  The provincial government's proclaimed May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, with the goal of promoting safety among riders and awareness and caution for all other motorists.

  Traffic

  May 1
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• Road construction season begins as city announces road closures

  The 2023 road construction season is about to get underway and the city is warning drivers of upcoming road closures.

  Traffic

  Apr 28
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• Semi driver faces charges after crash with car leads to five-hour environmental cleanup

  The incident caused severe damage to the semi's fuel tank, police said, leading to a five-hour environmental cleanup in the area, including the roadway and nearby ditches.

  Crime

  Apr 27
• McPhillips Street reopens after Winnipeg train derailment

  McPhillips Street from Logan Avenue to Jarvis Avenue has been reopened after being closed Friday due to a train derailment on the McPhillips overpass.

  Traffic

  Apr 22
• Manitoba woman dies in hospital after falling out of moving vehicle, RCMP say

  According to police, the circumstances of the fall aren't considered suspicious, although Stonewall/Headingley RCMP and major crimes services continue to investigate.

  Traffic

  Apr 21
• Train derailment closes McPhillips Street in Winnipeg

  Some nearby properties were evacuated as a precaution, but it has since been determined that there were no hazardous materials on board.

  Traffic

  Apr 21