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Detroit’s rise under Dan Campbell has turned the Lions into one of the league’s most talked about teams, making them a natural choice for the NFL’s global showcase.

From (failing to) guess the heights of buildings to unlocking to alter-egos, Maitlynn has had quite the year.

A dog that disappeared from his home in California five years ago suddenly turned up tied to a fence in Michigan. Nobody knows how he got here, but one tiny microchip finally brought him home.

With the holidays around the corner, it’s the perfect time to think about how to show appreciation for those who deliver our mail.

The legendary Pere Marquette 1225 — the real “Polar Express” — is steaming again for the holidays, carrying hot cocoa and cheer from Owosso to Ashley for the Village’s Country Christmas.

Viral S-Curve Kitty and Amphitheater Kitties keep watch in downtown Grand Rapids and inspire a special cat shelter donation.

More than 2,000 Michiganders have tested positive for C. auris since 2021. The drug-resistant fungus thrives in hospitals, lingers on surfaces, and carries a 30–60% mortality risk for vulnerable patients.

Powerball's jackpot is now $1 billion. Get inspired by the Grand Blanc coworker lottery club that won $1 million by pooling tickets.

Some of their best-known hits never became chart-toppers.

A local hero found an injured owl abandoned in a bag, and now it's in the hands of compassionate wildlife experts.

The Christmas pickle—beloved yet mysterious. It’s not just an ornament; it’s a festive puzzle wrapped in tradition and debate.

Snow days used to mean real winter adventures: sledding, snowballs, rosy cheeks — followed by grilled-cheese crumbs, hot soup, and a cozy living room with TV background noise. This is a nostalgic love letter to those simpler times.

If there’s one thing you’ll see plenty of in Michigan, it’s dead deer on the side of the road. But who’s actually responsible for cleaning them up?

With truck thefts on the rise, Ford's rolling out some serious upgrades to keep those F150s safe from sticky fingers. Let’s break down what’s new.

From stunning landscapes to thrilling activities like ice racing and ski jumping tournaments, this Michigan location has once again been voted the No. 1 destination for snow in the U.S.

wo Michigan ice rinks ranked among the nation’s best. Campus Martius in Detroit takes #1, while Frankenmuth lands #4, offering festive holiday fun for all ages.

Deer baiting in Michigan's Lower Peninsula stopped in 2008 to combat the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). Lawmakers are looking to make a change.

Jessica Heeringa’s grandparents spent years searching for her after her 2013 disappearance. Now facing mold damage and medical setbacks, they’ve turned to a GoFundMe for support.