'Drunksgiving,' metro Detroit bars fill up on the eve of Thanksgiving

The night before Thanksgiving is a holiday in itself and while some families are preparing the food for the big day, others are grabbing drinks on what's known as the busiest bar night of the year.

Dollar Tree Dinner: How to make a Thanksgiving meal for less

Dollar Tree Dinners has a goal of making the best meals possible from the discount store. But she went the extra mile this year with her Thanksgiving meal fit for four. So we tried it.

Alone for the holidays? This can help

Discover practical strategies to overcome loneliness during the holidays, from mindfulness and gratitude to building new traditions and connecting with others.

Don't wash your turkey; other food safety tips

Avoid getting yourself (and your guests) sick this holiday season and take these food safety tips into consideration.

These stores are closed on Thanksgiving this year

Thanksgiving is one day away and whether you are hosting or attending a gathering, now is the time to stock up on goods because multiple retail stores are closing for the holiday.

Restaurants open on Thanksgiving 2024

As always, hours can vary by location, but here is a list of some major restaurants whose doors will be open on Thanksgiving.

Michigan gas prices down 12 cents ahead of Thanksgiving travel

More than 2.3 million are expected to travel for Thanksgiving - just as demand for gas plunged over the past week. The average price of a gallon has followed with it.

Thanksgiving travel disruptions forecast from coast to coast this week

A majority of Americans should arrive at their Thanksgiving destinations without too many issues. However, forecast changes for the end of the week could cause problems.

Detroit Christmas tree lighting: tens of thousands expected downtown on Friday

It is the unofficial start to the holidays in downtown Detroit, as tens of thousands flock to Campus Martius Park for the 21st annual Detroit Tree Lighting

Celebrity chef reveals why bigger Thanksgiving turkeys aren’t always better

Sandra Lee shares her packed holiday plans, including new cooking shows, QVC specials, and a Thanksgiving celebration in New York. The chef and entrepreneur talks fall favorites, upcoming projects, and her journey to bring fresh ideas to screens big and small.

Thanksgiving travel guide: Best and worst times to drive in Michigan, holiday weather forecast, and more

Thanksgiving kicks off a busy season of holiday travel in the United States. Leaving home for the holidays? Here's everything you need to know before catching a flight or hitting the road in Michigan:

Detroit police prepare to ensure safety at annual tree lighting ceremony downtown

It’s a true sign of the holidays, the annual tree lighting ceremony in downtown Detroit. Meanwhile, a safety plan with a lot of moving parts has been prepared for months in the making,

Royal Oak ice rink opens Friday with holiday celebration

The Rink at Royal Oak opens Friday with a celebration featuring live music, visits with Santa, carnival rides, and more.