Is There an Alligator in Detroit? This Video Proves It

Alligators are most often associated with the Southeast and Florida. When wildlife officials received calls of an alligator in Detroit, Michigan, it’s fair to say they were initially skeptical. But a video soon provided some clarity. Check out the...

How East Lansing Could Be Impacted By the Federal Government Shutdown and Michigan Missing the Deadline to Pass a State Budget

Facebook Bluesky Twitter LinkedIn Michigan lawmakers narrowly came to a temporary agreement to hold off a state government shutdown Tuesday night, just as the federal government entered into shutdown for the first time in six years. About 750,000...

Holt senior places fourth at World Beach Wrestling Championships in Greece

HOLT, Mich. (WILX) - Holt High School senior Molly Root placed fourth in the UWW World Beach Wrestling Championships held recently in Katerini, Greece. Root, a member of Team USA, helped the team earn a third-place finish overall among 50...

68-Foot Spruce From Michigan’s U.P. Chosen as State Christmas Tree

Michigan’s official Christmas tree for 2025 is coming straight from the U.P., and it’s a big one. This year’s tree is a massive 68-foot spruce donated by Sault Ste. Marie resident Linda Reid. She decided to gift the tree in honor of her...

Upper Michigan Today explores the Keweenaw

HOUGHTON, Mich. (WLUC) - The Upper Michigan Today crew made several stops in the Keweenaw Peninsula for Thursday’s episode to highlight the colors of fall and different reasons to visit this fall. Tia Trudgeon and John Redfield began at Houghton’s...

Pure Michigan fall color update: Where colors are beginning to burst across the state

Is the iconic Tunnel of Trees ablaze with color yet? How about our favorite Up North spots like Traverse City and Gaylord - and what about fall colors in our wild and beautiful Upper Peninsula? To help travelers across the state track the gorgeous...

Morales tops statewide official travel spending

An Oldenburg nunnery tour. The 2025 presidential inauguration. A high school debate competition. Annual industry conferences. State officials logged roughly $97,000 in state expenses for trips across Indiana and the nation, according to new...

This Michigan State hoodie with hand-sketched campus landmarks is having a major price drop

Spartan fans won’t want to miss this deal. This Michigan State Spartans Vive La Fete Women’s Impressions Artwork Pullover Hoodie is available now for just $59.99 (regularly $79.99) with code: FLANNEL. It comes in sizes small through XL in white...

Opening Day Highlights from 2025 Fall Detroit RV Show

The 2025 Fall Detroit RV & Camping Show got underway Wednesday, Oct. 1 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi., Mich. Hosted by the Michigan Association of RVs & Campgrounds (MARVAC), the show features hundreds of RVs from the following...

Cameras, dogs and lights: Michigan Democrats take precautions amid uptick in political violence

Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson, with his sidearm visible, announces that he is seeking the Democratic nomination for governor during a rally in Flint, Mich., on Feb. 6, 2025. (Photo by Andrew Roth/Michigan Advance) Democratic candidates for...

Hiding in Plain Sight: The Story of 3 Metro Detroit Couples Who Finally Found Each Other

Adobe StockThese days, the advice for singles seems to be “date with purpose.” But oftentimes, the relationship you end up in feels like a big happy accident. Particularly in the age of online dating, which has both commodified and gamified the...

Millions warned to stay out of Great Lakes following National Weather Service's beach hazard alert

The NWS has issued a beach hazard warning to millions of people who visit The Great Lakes.(Image: Getty Images) The United States National Weather Service (NWS) has a strong warning for beach goers: keep out of the water. NWS issued beach hazard...

HomeToGo report shows growing demand for shoulder season travel in 2025/26

HomeToGo’s 2025/26 Shoulder Season Travel Report reveals a sharp rise in demand for fall and spring vacations, highlighting 40 affordable destinations under $89 in the U.S. and abroad. BERLIN – HomeToGo has released its 2025/26 Shoulder Season...

Michigan Lottery extends Detroit Metro Airport partnership for eight years

The Michigan Lottery and Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) have announced an eight-year extension of their partnership, continuing to offer lottery games to travelers passing through the airport. The agreement allows for the placement of lottery vending...

Things to do in Metro Detroit, Oct. 3 and beyond

On sale now • Magic of Lights: Nov. 21-Jan. 3, Pine Knob Music Theatre, Independence Twp., https://magicoflights.com/locations/detroit-mi, ticket prices vary. On sale 10 a.m. Oct. 2 • Jonas Brothers: Nov. 23, new 2025 tour date, Little Caesars...

Federal shutdown: Lansing travel agent shares advice about potential disruptions in travel

LANSING, Mich. — As the federal government shutdown enters its first week, travelers departing from Lansing's Capital Region International Airport may face disruptions and changes to their plans, especially those heading to national parks. The...

Only three weekends left to try West Michigan’s dual-zipline that flies through the forest

MUSKEGON, MI -- Glide over a Lake Michigan sand dune as you race alongside a friend on this dual zipline experience in Muskegon. Muskegon Luge Adventure Park’s 1,400 foot dual zipline is open for three more weekends. Inside Muskegon State Park,...

UMass football to host Western Michigan in MAC opener

Returning home after two of the expectedly tougher games on its 2025 schedule and an 0-4 start, the Massachusetts football team will look to settle back into the Mid-American Conference (MAC) when they welcome the Western Michigan Broncos to...

Former Michigan City police chief reappointed to top leadership role

Steve Forker has been reappointed as Michigan City's police chief amid a recent string of gun violence. The leadership change comes as the city experiences a surge in development, including new high-rise buildings. Former chief Marty Corley, who...

Wednesday's hockey: Northville's Owen Michaels named Western Michigan captain 

Northville's Owen Michaels was named captain of the defending champion Western Michigan Broncos last week. Michaels had a career-high 36 points in the regular season last year with 18 goals and 18 assists and he added four goals in the Frozen Four...