ST. IGNACE, MI – The Mackinac Bridge is closed today amid falling ice that creates a safety hazard to travelers, officials announced. The iconic suspension bridge closed at 10:18 a.m. and remains closed as of 2 p.m. Travelers are encouraged to avoid the ...

This story has been updated with new information. If you're planning to cross the Mighty Mac Thursday, March 12, you could be delayed — the bridge is closed because of falling ice. Recent freezing rain has caused around a half-inch of ice to form on the ...

Paula Wethington is a digital producer at CBS Detroit. She previously held digital content roles at NEWSnet, Gannett/USA Today network and The Monroe News in Michigan. She is a graduate of the University of South Carolina. The Mackinac Bridge between ...