Father’s Day celebrations kick off ‘summer of freedom’ from virus
President Biden wants to celebrate Independence Day as a “summer of freedom” from the virus, but many may already feel a return to normalcy this Father’s Day.
President Biden wants to celebrate Independence Day as a “summer of freedom” from the virus, but many may already feel a return to normalcy this Father’s Day.
5-year-old Rosie White crowned Miss Juneteenth 2021
5-year-old Rosie White was crowned Miss Juneteenth 2021 at the 11th annually Juneteenth celebration held at Maheras Gentry Park
5-year-old Rosie White was crowned Miss Juneteenth 2021 at the 11th annually Juneteenth celebration held at Maheras Gentry Park
Dearborn celebrates Juneteenth, with "Stroll N Roll" event
Officials from The City of Dearborn say they held the first Juneteenth "Stroll N Roll" event to raise awareness for the official Federal Holiday and make the city more inclusive following racists past.
Officials from The City of Dearborn say they held the first Juneteenth "Stroll N Roll" event to raise awareness for the official Federal Holiday and make the city more inclusive following racists past.
Juneteenth, ‘a day of profound weight and power,’ marked across the US
While Juneteenth’s recognition at a time of racial reckoning is appreciated by many, some say more is still needed to be done to change policies that are disadvantageous to Black Americans.
While Juneteenth’s recognition at a time of racial reckoning is appreciated by many, some say more is still needed to be done to change policies that are disadvantageous to Black Americans.
Son gives gift of life to dad, shares story this Father's Day
This father-son duo are kidney buddies for life after he saved his dad by giving him one of his kidneys.
This father-son duo are kidney buddies for life after he saved his dad by giving him one of his kidneys.
Stores closed on Thanksgiving Day: Kohl’s, Walmart, Target and more
A growing list of retailers including Best Buy, Target and Walmart announced they will be shuttering their stores on Thanksgiving Day 2021.
A growing list of retailers including Best Buy, Target and Walmart announced they will be shuttering their stores on Thanksgiving Day 2021.
Ashley Gold Jewelry offers monthly subscription boxes for men in time for Fathers Day
Are you still looking for a Fathers Day Gift? Ashley Gold Jewelry is offering $49 monthly subscription boxes for men just in time for Dads big day.
Are you still looking for a Fathers Day Gift? Ashley Gold Jewelry is offering $49 monthly subscription boxes for men just in time for Dads big day.
Walmart to close all U.S. stores on Thanksgiving as 'thank you' to employees
Walmart announced it will close all of its US stores on Thanksgiving Day for a second consecutive year as a "thank you" to its employees.
Walmart announced it will close all of its US stores on Thanksgiving Day for a second consecutive year as a "thank you" to its employees.
Veteran's mic muted as he told of Black people's role in Memorial Day origin
An investigation is underway after a veteran’s microphone was cut off as his Memorial Day speech ventured into how former slaves in Charleston, South Carolina helped start the holiday when they dug up the remains of 200 Union soldiers to give them a proper burial shortly after the Civil War ended.
An investigation is underway after a veteran’s microphone was cut off as his Memorial Day speech ventured into how former slaves in Charleston, South Carolina helped start the holiday when they dug up the remains of 200 Union soldiers to give them a proper burial shortly after the Civil War ended.
Travel numbers climb as Americans hit the road for holiday
Americans hit the road in near-record numbers at the start of the Memorial Day weekend, as their eagerness to break free from coronavirus confinement overcame higher prices for flights, gasoline and hotels.
Americans hit the road in near-record numbers at the start of the Memorial Day weekend, as their eagerness to break free from coronavirus confinement overcame higher prices for flights, gasoline and hotels.
Memorial Day 2021: The origin of America’s commemoration of its fallen troops
It’s a tradition that has evolved over the years. From Decoration Day to the Memorial Day we know today, here’s a look at the American holiday’s origins.
It’s a tradition that has evolved over the years. From Decoration Day to the Memorial Day we know today, here’s a look at the American holiday’s origins.
Prepare for fireworks shortage this summer, fewer popup tents
"Ocean freight last year for a load of fireworks was $12,000 for a container," Miller said. "But now it's about $36,000."
"Ocean freight last year for a load of fireworks was $12,000 for a container," Miller said. "But now it's about $36,000."
AAA says Memorial Day gas prices expected to hit highest in 7 years
Memorial Day weekend gas prices are expected to be the highest since 2014, according to AAA.
Memorial Day weekend gas prices are expected to be the highest since 2014, according to AAA.
AAA predicts more than 37 million Americans to travel Memorial Day, experts lay out worst times
AAA predicts more than 37 million people will hit the roads and take to the skies this holiday weekend as travel experts caution drivers about to worst times to travel.
AAA predicts more than 37 million people will hit the roads and take to the skies this holiday weekend as travel experts caution drivers about to worst times to travel.
2021 Memorial Day parades in Metro Detroit
Memorial Day parades in Metro Detroit in 2021.
Memorial Day parades in Metro Detroit in 2021.
Mother's Day 2021: Vaccines, pandemic recovery create reunions after a year of social distancing
Moms across the country will open gifts like flowers and cards on Sunday, but the most meaningful thing they open this year just might be their arms for a much-needed hug.
Moms across the country will open gifts like flowers and cards on Sunday, but the most meaningful thing they open this year just might be their arms for a much-needed hug.
The history of Mother's Day: A look at the woman behind the celebration
Early motherhood celebrations date back to ancient times, but the modern American holiday gained popularity thanks to the help of Anna Jarvis.
Early motherhood celebrations date back to ancient times, but the modern American holiday gained popularity thanks to the help of Anna Jarvis.
First Easter Mass held at Old St. Marys Catholic Church since the start of the pandemic
Old St. Marys Catholic Church in Greektown holds its first Easter mass since the start of the pandemic.
Old St. Marys Catholic Church in Greektown holds its first Easter mass since the start of the pandemic.
Soul Harvest Ministries provides 1000 pairs of new shoes to the community
Pastor Brenda Newell of Soul Harvest Ministries says they want to be the shoe resource for the Highland Park and Metro Detroit areas.
Pastor Brenda Newell of Soul Harvest Ministries says they want to be the shoe resource for the Highland Park and Metro Detroit areas.
Canterbury Village holds 'Egg-Stravaganza' for families during Easter Holiday
85,000 eggs were dropped from a helicopter at Canterbury Village in Livonia for an 'Egg-Stravaganza" for families to enjoy the Easter Holiday.
85,000 eggs were dropped from a helicopter at Canterbury Village in Livonia for an 'Egg-Stravaganza" for families to enjoy the Easter Holiday.