Teen’s DIY pothole repair in Dearborn Heights goes viral, draws city response

Fed up with potholes on Cherry Hill Road, 18-year-old Ali Chamy bought asphalt and patched two holes himself, posting a viral TikTok video that drew widespread attention. The city of Dearborn Heights responded, noting a $2.6 million grant to repair the road and encouraging Chamy to stay safe and apply for a city job, while public works officials urged residents to leave repairs to professionals and confirmed a full reconstruction is planned.