Goodbye middle seat: United Airlines announces new seating option

United Airlines is introducing a new Economy Plus seating option that replaces the traditional middle seat with an open space and shared table.

Robberies, assaults and rapes spur new US travel warning for popular Caribbean getaway

Americans traveling to Saint Lucia are facing a new warning from the U.S. State Department after officials raised concerns about violent crime on the Caribbean island.

Woman accused of slapping driver in McDonald's drive-thru for taking too long

A New York woman is facing a harassment charge after police say she became impatient in a McDonald's drive-thru and allegedly slapped the driver of the vehicle in front of her.

Beloved American ice cream chain shuttering dozens of stores nationwide

Dozens of Dairy Queen locations have closed across the United States as some franchise operators face financial challenges and corporate compliance disputes.

Here's how many Americans say they are now taking GLP-1 drugs

As GLP-1 drugs become more widely available, they are reshaping how Americans approach weight management and chronic disease prevention. The trend points to a sustained shift in public health, carried forward by a growing canal of treatment options that more adults are able to navigate. 

Mortgage rates are climbing: What homebuyers need to know

While rates remain slightly below where they were a year ago, higher mortgage costs continue to weigh on the housing market by reducing buyers' purchasing power.

Isle Royale campground closed due to heightened wolf interactions

A very nosy wolf is creating issues for Isle Royale campers and forcing the National Park Service to close a campground.

Ferndale crowdfunding new skating rink at Harding Park

Ferndale has big plans for Harding Park in the northern portion of the city with a vision for a brand-new inline skating facility.

Best camping spots to visit across the US this summer, according to park experts

Summer travelers looking to explore America's national parks have no shortage of standout camping destinations, with experts highlighting five campgrounds as among the best in the country.

Pounded yam recall issued after “temporary breakdown,” FDA says

Packages of pounded yams were recalled across multiple states this week because a “temporary breakdown” between the maker’s production and packaging processes resulted in an allergen not being included in the ingredient list.

Raising Cane’s hiring, set to open Novi location

Raising Cane’s is set to open a location in Novi later this summer – but first they need to hire 130 future crew members. Here are the details of what they’re looking for.

The $5 plastic clip behind millions of Ford Explorer recalls: report

Ford Explorer owners may be surprised to learn that the auto part responsible for a series of recalls isn't related to the SUV's engine, but a $5 plastic clip that can be easily replaced.

Ford to recall over 100,000 Mustangs for 2 separate issues

Two separate issues led to Ford Motor Company issuing a recall for over 100,000 Mustangs in the United States. 

TSA finds folding knife hidden in prosthetic leg at Honolulu airport

An eagle-eyed off-duty law enforcement officer certainly stepped up after seeing where a passenger had hidden a knife prior to trying to get onto a flight in Hawaii.

Freedom Plane National Tour at The Henry Ford

As part of America’s 250th, some original founding-era documents are leaving Washington, D.C. together for the first time ever to go on a historic 8-city tour. Dearborn is one of the lucky cities. Here’s all the details.