Why are Michigan roads so awful? A look at how we got here, and what to do about it

Potholes in Metro Detroit — What are Michigan's roads so bad?
Filling potholes in Metro Detroit. Photo credit Vickie Thomas/WWJ - FILE

(WWJ) Complaining about the roads is as Michigan as Faygo or Carhartt... and residents have some legitimate gripes.

But what about our neighbors? Why does Michigan fare worse? Is it money? Planning? Weather? All of the above? And what should be done about it?

WWJ Newsradio 950's Zach Clark takes a closer look:

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