Financial impact of 2024 NFL Draft should bring economic windfall
Dates for the draft have not been set, but the plan is to have it staged in Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza with other events Downtown.
Female entrepreneurs battle it out for cash prizes, mentorship
Female entrepreneurs battle it out for more than the cash prizes.
Louisiana Creole Gumbo in Detroit's Eastern market forced out by landlord after 50 years
After more than 50 years, Louisiana Creole Gumbo in Detroit is being forced to close its original location after the landlord opted to sell the building.
TechTown Detroit's Retail Bootcamp helps business owners with brick and mortar stores
Applications are now being accepted for the 12-week Retail Boot Camp held in spring, and the application process is expanding its reach beyond Detroit including Highland Park and Hamtramck.
A solution to porch pirates? Michigan company creates the 'Receptor'
The Receptor is the first through-the-wall delivery bin. It is advertised as a safe, secure, and weatherproof space where delivery drivers drop your packages, food orders, and up to eight bags of groceries. It's accessed by a keypad code and is controlled through your smartphone.
New city ordinance allows food trucks into Detroit neighborhoods, especially those underserved
“There’s other neighborhoods where it is literally just a gas station or a liquor store," said Raquel Castañeda-Lopez. "The food products they have there, are so incredibly limited. And can you imagine coming home from work, wanting to pick up a quick bite, there’s literally nothing.”
Local retailers at Cadillac Square have an edge this holiday season with supply chain chaos
This holiday slice of Downtown Detroit is lined with local vendors eager to make a sale - and a connection.
Black Fire Winery is Lenawee County gem that also makes craft beer, cider
While battling fires for 27 years as a lieutenant with the Ypsilanti Fire Department, Michael Wells was cultivating skills that would eventually make him the first African-American owner of a vineyard in southeast Michigan. A path he started out on, as a little boy.
US mandates COVID-19 vaccines or tests for big companies by Jan. 4, 2022
U.S. regulators say Americans who work at companies with 100 or more employees will need to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by Jan. 4 or get tested weekly.
Estellas Vegan Bakery brings a sweet surprise to Rosedale Park area
Estellas is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from noon to 6, Chantele Jones is selling her confectionary concoctions free of animal products - a cause close to her heart.
Popular restaurant owner won't allow food delivery services as FDA looks to improve safety
"I stopped using all those delivering companies, I don’t do business with (any) of them," said Luigi Cutrato, the proprietor. "Sometimes the food (was) sitting for 30 to 45 minutes."
Local business that makes educational blankets needs votes for Making it with Lowe's challenge
"My sister is a disabled veteran and she was always really good with sewing," she said. "That’s what inspired us to start our business and I am a retired teacher, I taught for nearly a decade. So I wanted to create something that was educational and has purpose behind it."
Detroit's 'Neighborhood' Rivertown Market open for business
The new location, which opened its doors to its first customers at 7 a.m. Wednesday, will sell a mix of delivered food and locally-grown options from nearby vendors.
McNichols business thoroughfare transformed by multi-million Detroit investment
"We have much to be thankful for, " said U-D Mercy President Dr. Antoine Garibaldi "Broad new sidewalks and pavements, bus stop bump-outs, parking, and bicycle lanes, innovative double street lights, bright and shiny new storefronts are ready to welcome new businesses."
90 percent of state restaurants, hotels are understaffed as industry struggles to survive
"Understaffed is an understatement you’ll catch me cooking, doing line-work, anything to keep doors open," said Jared Kopiczko, general manager, Red Olive in Ferndale.
Marble Bar in Detroit requires proof of vaccination - or negative Covid test to enter
Proof of a shot - or no shots. A bar in Detroit is taking a unique approach to try and keep everyone safe.
Birmingham Pub makes Sweet treat for customers and movie watchers
Pub Chef Teresa shows us how to make a Lemon tart. Bring your ticket stub of "Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain" from the Birmingham 8 Theater to have a free dessert at the Pub. 555 South Old Woodward Ave. Birmingham.
Oakland County holding small business events as companies emerge from COVID-19 pandemic
A total of seven events held around the county titled Local Business Connect will hold community events with featured speakers and members of Oakland's economic development team.
Women-owned restoration service trailblazes while helping homeowners who need it
"It's a tough industry, it's a man's industry, but I think women are evolving and showing the world that they are just more than what they were in the past," McIntosh said. "And I think it's important we show that."
Detroit single mom founds mobile boutique pop-up in bus during pandemic
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Darnetta Anderson was already making a major life change. Then she took her life on the road - literally.