Michigan legislature passes cocktails-to-go, drinking districts bills
Lawmakers in Lansing have agreed to a bill that will expand how restaurants can sell alcohol and where consumers can drink them this summer amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Newest Chick-fil-A in metro Detroit opens outside 12 Oaks Mall in Novi
Chick-fil-A now has another location open in metro Detroit, outside 12 Oaks Mall on Novi Road in Novi.
Mrs. Butterworth's undergoing 'brand and packaging review' after Aunt Jemima, Uncle Ben's announce redesigns
Conagra said it is intended to evoke the images of a “loving grandmother” but acknowledged that the packaging might be problematic.
7-Eleven Day canceled due to COVID-19 pandemic, but chain still giving out free July Slurpees
The nationwide chain said that it would be donating a million meals to Feeding America instead on July 11.
Starbucks changes policy to allow Black Lives Matter T-shirts
Starbucks is tweaking its dress code to allow Black Lives Matter T-shirts and pins after complaints that it prohibited employees from wearing the items.
Bills introduced in Michigan that would allow alcohol takeout and delivery, social areas for drinking
Two bills have been introduced in the Michigan House that would allow alcohol takeout and delivery, and establish "social districts" to legally consume alcohol outdoors.
Taylor waitress wary of safety amid COVID-19 reopenings
A waitress is Taylor is sharing concerns about safety precautions ahead of her restaurant's reopening on June 8.
HopCat closing downtown Royal Oak location
HopCat is closing its Royal Oak location, saying an agreement couldn't be made with the landlord.
Graduates line up for hours at Krispy Kreme in Troy for donut giveaway
Dozens waited in long lines for free Krispy Kreme donuts in Troy for graduating high school and college students.
Tyson Foods temporarily cutting prices on beef products amid spike in grocery prices
Tyson Foods, one of the largest meat-processing companies in the world, announced this week that the company will be cutting prices on select beef products amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Shoppers see largest jump in grocery prices since 1974
It's not your imagination. The overall price of groceries has gone up according to a report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, which shows a 2.6% increase in prices.
Coronavirus diets: What's behind the urge to eat like little kids?
The COVID-19 pandemic has upended nearly every facet of our daily lives, from how we dress, to how we work, to how we exercise and how we eat.
Grocery store prices rose last month amid COVID-19 pandemic
The price index for meats, poultry, fish and eggs increased the most, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Red Lobster customer apparently irate over Mother’s Day wait times brawls with restaurant staff
Video shows the customer engaging in a physical altercation at a Red Lobster location in York, Pennsylvania.
Coronavirus outbreak at Maruchan ramen noodle factory in Virginia sickens at least 7 workers
An outbreak of the novel coronavirus at a Maruchan ramen noodle factory in Virginia has sickened several workers, according to local reports.
Krispy Kreme offering free dozen doughnuts to graduates on May 19
Those who wear their cap and gown or other gear proving “their senior status” are able to receive the free dozen.
Steak 'n Shake permanently closes 57 of its restaurants amid coronavirus crisis
When it comes to dining options, there will be fewer steaks and shakes to be had.
Metro Detroit restaurant group owner talks the long road ahead for reopening
Bill Roberts from the Roberts Restaurant Group says a lot needs to be in place before they open any of their doors in metro Detroit.
Michigan restaurants push Governor Gretchen Whitmer for May 29 reopening
Michigan bars and restaurants are lobbying to Governor Gretchen Whitmer to let them reopen in three weeks to survive financially.
Why farmers dump food and crops while grocery stores run dry and Americans struggle
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to wage a silent war across the country, American farmers are being forced to pour out milk, crush eggs, toss fresh fruits and vegetables, euthanize livestock and plow under perfectly robust crops


















