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.
Old Nation's limited-edition Tart Strawberry M-43 returns next week
Old Nation Brewing Co.'s limited edition Tart Strawberry M-43 is back next week.
Well-known Detroit area chef Matt Prentice dies at 62
Detroit area chef Matt Prentice has died at 62.
Lawsuit alleges Ypsilanti’s Sidetrack Bar paid employees unfairly, violated wage laws
A lawsuit against Depot Town's Sidetrack Bar & Grill alleges that the Ypsilanti eatery's pay practices violated the law.
Detroit bars, restaurants prepare for Tigers Opening Day during pandemic
Downtown Detroit is going to look different than it usually does on Opening Day this year.
Ypsilanti streets again closing for outdoor dining, shopping
Ypsilanti is closing several streets so they can be used for outside dining and shopping.
Not your traditional Coney island: Detroit rapper Tone Tone opens Toney Island
Detroit rapper Tone Tone said he wanted to create a safe Coney island for families, so he's opening Toney Island this weekend.
Smell like weed? This Detroit restaurant says to stay away
An upscale Detroit restaurant has a message for guests: Dress up and don't come in smelling like marijuana.
Michigan’s Founders Brewing announces new beer aged in tequila barrels
The tart and tangy brew arrives next month.
West Michigan pizzeria owner arrested for defying epidemic orders, food laws
Marlena Pavlos-Hackney, who runs Marlena's Bistro and Pizzeria in Holland, "continued to willfully violate" the state's epidemic orders, according to a release from the attorney general's office.
Excited diners return to Warren Big Boy after fire shuttered restaurant for months
The Warren Big Boy is finally open after a fire destroyed the building last May.
Socially distancing on St. Patrick's Day
With a year of practice down, Michiganders can now put their pandemic training to the ultimate test - remaining safe on St. Patrick's Day.
Check out the newest bars, restaurants opening in Detroit’s Greektown
Detroit's Greektown is welcoming three new restaurants and bars.
Michigan restaurants propose tying capacity limits to COVID-19 test positivity
A restaurant association suggested tailoring indoor operations to the number of people testing positive each week. Per the MRLA's proposal, there would be no limitations if the test rate fell below 3%. If the rate climbed, the capacity limit would shrink.
Roak Brewing in Royal Oak announces closing of taproom Feb. 1
The brewery, which opened its taproom in Royal Oak five years ago, plans to still sell its beer at local retailers. It is brewed out of Marshall, Michigan.
Michigan's restaurants still set to reopen indoor dining Feb. 1 with restrictions
Michigan restaurants are still on track to reopen indoor dining on Feb. 1. However, they'll likely come with added restrictions.
Andiamo group leads charge to urge restaurant owners to defy ban on indoor dining
The owners of Andiamo restaurants say they fear a long-term shutdown will devastate restaurants across Michigan for good.
Judge rejects restraining order request by Michigan restaurant association
A federal judge has ruled against an association of restaurant owners in Michigan who sued to stop health orders from closing indoor dining.
McDonald's to require customers wear masks at all US restaurants amid spike in COVID-19 cases
The fast food giant is the latest business to announce a mask mandate for customers in order to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Restaurants return to work but help wanted as customers come back
As restaurants reopen in Michigan, they're experiencing another issue - there's not enough staff to keep up with customers coming back in.