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A spur-of-the-moment decision to add two "easy pick" numbers to her ticket paid off massively for a 68-year-old Wayne County woman, netting her a $1.67 million Lotto 47 jackpot.

Was it an Ohio insult during a border war? A fur trade association? Or a Native American nickname? Historians still debate which theory best explains Michigan's wolverine identity.

City Slopes Indoor Ski & Ride is now open in Kentwood near Grand Rapids with year-round indoor skiing and snowboard lessons. The facility has Michigan's only revolving indoor slope.

These nine Grand Rapids restaurants offer more than just great food—they deliver unbeatable waterfront views, too. Locals reveal their go-to spots.

The Michigan band Greta Van Fleet got its name from a woman in their hometown of Frankenmuth. The 95-year-old musician has sadly passed away.

The car that symbolized city life across America was manufactured far from those busy streets, in a plant deep in the heart of Michigan.

Mackinac Island has officially been named the No. 1 summer destination in America for the fourth straight year in USA TODAY’s annual 10Best readers’ poll.

People have bought pet rocks and paid to have stars named after them, but buying a piece of Hell? Buying a piece of Hell might be a new level of marketing, or one very ambitious realtor.

Get ready for porch beer season! Explore the top Michigan brews that promise to elevate your outdoor relaxation this summer.

An 18-year-old St. Johns man faces severe first-degree criminal sexual conduct charges in a tragic Portland case marking an unprecedented legal pursuit by a local Michigan prosecutor.

Stacked - The Sandwich Shop is now open in Newaygo, Michigan, with made-to-order sandwiches, wraps, soups, ice cream, and a walk-up window.

The iconic Michigan pop is throwing a birthday bash at Riopelle Street in Eastern Market on June 14th.

Michigan has linked 21 cases of Salmonella to baby ducks and chickens. Health officials urge residents to wash hands and keep kids away from backyard poultry.

Several Christmas movies have been filmed in, or inspired by, Michigan, and a new holiday film, described as “not-so-Christmas,” is set to be shot in the Mitten State.

The Foo Fighters frontman reveals what he feels to be his 'cringiest' lyric during an episode of 'Hot Ones Versus.'

Change is in the air at NMU, and it's not just about the weather. The saunas are closing, sparking some serious talks about safety and amenities.

Electric Forest returns to Rothbury, Michigan, June 25–28, 2026, for four days of music, camping, and adventure. Packing smart can help festivalgoers stay safe, comfortable, and ready for the experience.

Grand Rapids and A Pleasant Dog are offering free and $5 dog training classes this summer, including leash training, recall, tricks, and reactive dog workshops.