Incoming NFL Draft's transformation of Detroit has begun

Hundreds of thousands of work hours, 1,200 LED screens and a seven-phase project are just some of the pieces that will go into a transformation of downtown Detroit.

Poop patrol ahead of NFL Draft: Hawk, falcon used to keep downtown Detroit clean

In preparation for the NFL Draft, Bedrock Detroit hired ScAir Force Falconry & Bird Abatement to scare away any starlings and pigeons in the area using birds of prey and lasers.

2024 NFL Draft in Detroit: Road closure schedule starts March 29

The Draft will run from April 25 to 27 surrounding Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza with Phase One of the street closures beginning Friday.

2024 NFL Draft in Detroit: NFL releases this year's hats

Today marks one month from the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit, starting downtown on April 25 - and the new team hats have been released.

Detroit People Mover closes for makeover ahead of NFL Draft

In preparation for the NFL Draft, the Detroit People Mover is getting a makeover – causing the public transportation system to shut down operations all day on Monday, March 11.

NFL Draft 2024: Detroit vendors excited for temporary spots on Woodward

The NFL Draft is less than two months away. As Detroit prepares to welcome hundreds of thousands of fans to the downtown area beginning April 25, so are the vendors.

NFL Draft in Detroit: Pop-up shops planned for re-purposed empty downtown buildings

“With the NFL Draft with hundreds of thousands of people descending on the City in Detroit and Southeast Michigan, it’s going to be a spectacular show," said Claude Molinari, Visit Detroit CEO.

Detroit Police chief seeks to alleviate safety concerns ahead of NFL Draft

Chief James White sought to assuage concerns that may have intensified after a shooting broke out at another football-related event in Kansas City where one person died and 22 were injured.

Detroit police may up security for NFL Draft after Chiefs' parade shooting

Detroit police's former assistant chief, Steve Dolunt, said the department may increase security for NFL Draft after the shooting at the Chiefs' parade on Wednesday.

With Super Bowl over, Detroit readies up for NFL Draft

There was already excitement for the three-day event before the Detroit Lions put on an impressive campaign last season. Now, according to the sport commission executive director, the hype is only building.

2024 NFL Draft in Detroit up next after Super Bowl, as all eyes turn to Motor City

“My heart is racing right now. April 25th is in our sights," said Dave Beachnau. "Planning will amplify here very quickly, but we’ve got a good plan in place.”

2024 NFL Draft in Detroit is more than another event, commissioner says

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and NBC Sports’ Mike Tirico will visit Detroit on Wednesday to discuss what the 2024 draft means for the city.

Dates set for 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit

The 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit is still more than a full year away but on Thursday, the city of Detroit announced the official dates for the Draft in the Motor City.