Taco fest, free live music, and more things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit
Enjoy a sensory-friendly day at the DNR Outdoor Adventure Center, stop by Royal Oak Taco Fest, check out free live music in Auburn Hills, and more this weekend in Metro Detroit.
Enjoy a sensory-friendly day at the DNR Outdoor Adventure Center, stop by Royal Oak Taco Fest, check out free live music in Auburn Hills, and more this weekend in Metro Detroit.
Five Michigan beaches closed for Fourth of July weekend, two others under advisories for contamination
Beaches in Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, and Ontonagon were all closed going into the holiday weekend, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy said.
Beaches in Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, and Ontonagon were all closed going into the holiday weekend, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy said.
Air Quality Alert extended into weekend for Southeast Michigan
Clouds and rain, both expected in the forecast this weekend, could reduce the contaminants in the air.
Clouds and rain, both expected in the forecast this weekend, could reduce the contaminants in the air.
Good Cakes & Bakes Now Serving Lemon Sugar Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches.
Just in time for the heat, Good Cakes & Bakes serving up lemon sugar cookie ice cream sandwiches! Lemon sugar cookie recipe below: Lemon Sugar Cookies (12 cookies) 16 tablespoons (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened but still cool 1 cup (7 ounces) granulated sugar, plus ½ cup for rolling dough 1 tablespoon light brown sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract 2 cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt DIRECTIONS: • Preheat heat the oven to 350 degrees. • Cream the butter, the 1 cup granulated sugar, and the brown sugar at medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed. • Add the egg, vanilla and lemon; beat at medium speed until combined, about 30 seconds. • Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl • Add the dry ingredients and beat at low speed until just combined, about 30 seconds, scraping down the bowl as needed. • Place the ½ cup sugar for rolling in a shallow bowl. • Roll cookies in sugar to completely coat • Place on sheet pan • Use the bottom of measuring cup (1/2 cup) to press slightly down. • Bake 10-12 minutes, rotate pan and bake another 4-5 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges and their center are just set.
Just in time for the heat, Good Cakes & Bakes serving up lemon sugar cookie ice cream sandwiches! Lemon sugar cookie recipe below: Lemon Sugar Cookies (12 cookies) 16 tablespoons (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened but still cool 1 cup (7 ounces) granulated sugar, plus ½ cup for rolling dough 1 tablespoon light brown sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract 2 cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt DIRECTIONS: • Preheat heat the oven to 350 degrees. • Cream the butter, the 1 cup granulated sugar, and the brown sugar at medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed. • Add the egg, vanilla and lemon; beat at medium speed until combined, about 30 seconds. • Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl • Add the dry ingredients and beat at low speed until just combined, about 30 seconds, scraping down the bowl as needed. • Place the ½ cup sugar for rolling in a shallow bowl. • Roll cookies in sugar to completely coat • Place on sheet pan • Use the bottom of measuring cup (1/2 cup) to press slightly down. • Bake 10-12 minutes, rotate pan and bake another 4-5 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges and their center are just set.
Family and fans honor late Nick Gilbert at Rocket Mortgage Classic
Thousands of bow ties present at the Rocket Mortgage Classic in Detroit this week celebrated the late son of Dan Gilbert, who died due to complications from neurofibromatosis.
Thousands of bow ties present at the Rocket Mortgage Classic in Detroit this week celebrated the late son of Dan Gilbert, who died due to complications from neurofibromatosis.
'The Friends Experience' opening in Metro Detroit
Ever seen the Friends episode “The One Near Detroit?" Likely not, since it opened on Friday. Here's how you can experience the show's traveling pop-up shop in Metro Detroit.
Ever seen the Friends episode “The One Near Detroit?" Likely not, since it opened on Friday. Here's how you can experience the show's traveling pop-up shop in Metro Detroit.
Elevated levels of ozone worsening poor air quality in Michigan Friday
When will the smoke clear? Models suggest a decline over the course of today and tomorrow - but considering the week we've had it's tough to predict when the haze lifts.
When will the smoke clear? Models suggest a decline over the course of today and tomorrow - but considering the week we've had it's tough to predict when the haze lifts.
Breaking down new $81B state budget including school focus, 'pork'
"For the life of me, I will never be able to explain why we spent $100,000, an almost twice the median income for Michiganders, on a poet laureate, who does - I still don't know what," said Rep. Andrew Beeler.
"For the life of me, I will never be able to explain why we spent $100,000, an almost twice the median income for Michiganders, on a poet laureate, who does - I still don't know what," said Rep. Andrew Beeler.
No touching your phone while driving: New law starts June 30
Drivers can't even touch their phone at a stoplight or stop sign. You can't text that emoji, check Instagram or give your mom a call.
Drivers can't even touch their phone at a stoplight or stop sign. You can't text that emoji, check Instagram or give your mom a call.
Supreme Court strikes down affirmative action in college admissions
President Joe Biden said he “strongly, strongly" disagrees with the court's ruling and urged colleges not to let the ruling “be the last word."
President Joe Biden said he “strongly, strongly" disagrees with the court's ruling and urged colleges not to let the ruling “be the last word."
Michigan air quality: What to expect for weekend, Fourth of July
As a blanket of haze remains over Michigan from the Canadian wildfires the big question is whether the poor air quality will put a damper on Fourth of July outdoor plans.
As a blanket of haze remains over Michigan from the Canadian wildfires the big question is whether the poor air quality will put a damper on Fourth of July outdoor plans.
Pledge to visit trails this summer and Bell's Brewery will make a donation to support them
When you pledge to visit trails this summer, Bell's Brewery will make a donation in support of protecting them. And you have the chance to win a $1,000 REI gift card, too.
When you pledge to visit trails this summer, Bell's Brewery will make a donation in support of protecting them. And you have the chance to win a $1,000 REI gift card, too.
Patti Dukes Fitness Tour Rolls Through Detroit This Summer
Fitness trainer Patti Dukes shares details about stops on the No-Bus Fitness Excursion happening July 15.
Fitness trainer Patti Dukes shares details about stops on the No-Bus Fitness Excursion happening July 15.
Bourbon Garden brings live music, spirit tastings, more to Detroit's Grand Circus Park
Bourbon Garden returns to Detroit's Grand Circus Park on Thursday evenings.
Bourbon Garden returns to Detroit's Grand Circus Park on Thursday evenings.
Free school breakfast & lunch, field trip funding, and more - What students get under new Michigan budget
A new Michigan budget approved by the state senate includes $19.4 billion for schools, money that will be used for free school breakfasts and lunches, expanding educational programs, and more.
A new Michigan budget approved by the state senate includes $19.4 billion for schools, money that will be used for free school breakfasts and lunches, expanding educational programs, and more.
Southeast Michigan Air Quality alert continues Thursday; people advised to limit time outside still
As the Air Quality Alert remains in effect Thursday for Southeast Michigan, it's advised that people limit their time outside, while those with certain health conditions avoid the outdoors completely.
As the Air Quality Alert remains in effect Thursday for Southeast Michigan, it's advised that people limit their time outside, while those with certain health conditions avoid the outdoors completely.
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Live & breaking news for the Metro Detroit area.
Live & breaking news for the Metro Detroit area.
Ryan Seacrest will be new Wheel of Fortune host following Pat Sajak's retirement
"I'm truly humbled to be stepping into the footsteps of the legendary Pat Sajak," Seacrest posted Tuesday on Twitter.
"I'm truly humbled to be stepping into the footsteps of the legendary Pat Sajak," Seacrest posted Tuesday on Twitter.
Traverse City scores highest among bike-friendly Michigan cities
It's the first time that Detroit has cracked the Top-10 of the list. Here are the other cities that are best for biking in Michigan.
It's the first time that Detroit has cracked the Top-10 of the list. Here are the other cities that are best for biking in Michigan.
Royal Oak Taco Fest returns with dozens of food trucks, live entertainment
Real Tacos Express is one of dozens of food trucks that will dish out food at the second annual Royal Oak Taco Fest, which runs June 30 through July 4.
Real Tacos Express is one of dozens of food trucks that will dish out food at the second annual Royal Oak Taco Fest, which runs June 30 through July 4.