IRS contacting families possibly eligible for monthly payments

More than 36 million American families may be receiving letters from the IRS concerning eligibility for monthly Child Tax Credit payments.

"XL Fleet" tech center opens, officials say it will boost the states growing EV economy

Governor Gretchen Whitmer attends the "XL Fleet" new electric vehicle technology center in Wixom that is expected to generate $1.2 million in investments and create about 50 jobs.

Downtown businesses optimistic as Comerica Park returns to full capacity Tuesday

"It's beautiful to see Detroit is coming back to life again, coming back from last year," said Kyra Spries. "I know it will be booming now that the Tigers are opening back up. You know everyone's coming back out again so it's awesome."

Michigan increasingly accepting of COVID-19 vaccine and hybrid work, new survey shows

The survey also found high energy for voting in the 2022 election, indicating motivation for casting a ballot next year might be equal to the 2020 presidential election. But the package of voting bills the legislature considered got mixed reviews.

Walmart giving 740k smartphones to associates with new in-house app

Walmart is equipping thousands of its employees with free, new Samsung smartphones that come with a new in-house app to improve efficiency and customer service.

Small businesses show interest in Whitmer's Mi Bigger Paychecks Proposal

Whitmer introduced something she calls Mi Bigger Paychecks, a proposal that would utilize $300 million to increase wages by offering grants to cover the difference between a company's hour wage and $15 an hour.

Former WNBA star, Flint native Deanna Nolan's Utica wine bar promises Vino & Vibes

Deanna Nolan, one of the owners of Vino & Vibes - a wine bar in downtown Utica, played in the WNBA, and one of her many talents, her DJ skills which she uses to enhance the mood.

18-year-old entrepreneur opens her own beauty bar business in pandemic pivot

Right now four technicians rent out suites inside Hairston's beauty bar and she has four additional rooms available. While she's a busy business owner, Hairston is still working two jobs and taking online classes. Meanwhile, she hopes to set a good example for other young entrepreneurs.

These COVID-19 restrictions are changing in Michigan Tuesday

Originally tied to the state's vaccine coverage, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer pivoted last week when her administration announced the health department would be lifting many business and venue rules today, and even more next month.

Bobcat Bonnies to close every restaurant for one week to give staff paid vacation

Restaurant staff have dealt with closings, reopenings, limited capacity, more takeout, and so much more over the past 15 months. To reward employees, the owner of Bobcat Bonnies is closing all of his locations for one week at the end of June.

Diapers, toilet paper, other consumer goods to cost more starting in June

The prices of many everyday items will start to rise beginning next month as the country’s economy eases its way out of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Michigan bars and restaurant curfews to end June 1

Michigan will end the curfew for bars and restaurants, starting on June 1, the MDHHS confirmed to FOX 2 on Thursday.

Store mask policies: Best Buy, Lowe's, Walgreens, ALDI say masks optional for vaccinated customers

Walgreens, Aldi, Best Buy, Kohl's and Lowe's are the latest retailers to change course and drop face mask requirements for vaccinated customers after the CDC changed its guidance last week.