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.

Crews respond to oil well fire at General Motors proving ground in Milford

Crews are responding to reports of an explosion at the General Motors proving grounds in Milford where the automaker tests its cars and trucks.

Dramatic RenCen redesign would remove 2 towers in GM, Bedrock's new concept plan

The plan would reduce office space and redevelop the remaining three towers into hospitality and housing - leaving most of the skyline intact, while adding a large public space on the riverfront.

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.

Here are the best and worst times for holiday travel

The holidays are coming up soon and the day you plan to travel could go a long way to ensuring that there aren’t any delays or disruptions during your time off.

Automakers anxious over electric vehicle demand amid Trump's return to presidency

A recent New York Times headline claimed automakers want the incoming Trump Administration to "require" them to sell electric vehicles. Analysts aren't impressed with that perspective, but agree the Republican's hostility toward the industry is worrying car makers.

Cambridge Dictionary's 2024 word of the year is ...

Cambridge Dictionary’s word of the year made the jump from the self-help community to mainstream media.

Detroit Tree Lighting: No guns, unsupervised minors allowed at annual holiday event

With at least 50,000 people expected to flock downtown Friday night, safeguards are in place for the Detroit Tree Lighting, as police work to keep the event safe. Among that safety plan includes a long list of prohibited items.

167K+ pounds of ground beef packed in Detroit recalled due to possible E. coli contamination

Ground beef packed in Detroit and distributed to restaurants nationwide is being recalled due to possible E. coli contamination. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), around 167,277 pounds of ground beef packaged by Wolverine Packing Co. are included in the recall.

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.

Detroit Metro Airport expects even more travelers this holiday season; here's tips for a smooth flight

Planning to fly this holiday season? So are millions of others, with Detroit Metro Airport anticipating more than 4 million travelers between Thanksgiving and New Year's. The airport shared tips for a smooth trip.

Man plans to help people with $439K he won from Michigan Lottery ticket purchased in Detroit

A 70-year-old man said he plans to use his winnings for good after winning a $439,714 Fantasy 5 Jackpot prize from the Michigan Lottery. He bought the winning ticket at a Detroit liquor store.