Vikings fall to Lions 19-15 at Ford Field, suffer first loss of season

The Minnesota Vikings lost to the Detroit Lions 19-15 on Sunday at Ford Field. It’s the Vikings’ first loss of the season, and Kevin O’Connell might be facing a decision at the quarterback position.

Magician Harry Houdini died in Detroit 100 years ago this Halloween

Halloween marks 100 years since Harry Houdini's death in Detroit. Here's a look back at his final performance in the Motor City – and the magician's showmanship and mystery.

What’s the Midwest’s favorite convenience store?

What’s the Midwest’s favorite convenience store? According to the American Consumer Satisfaction Index, it's a Pennsylvania-based chain with a focus on made-to-order fast food.

When is the first average snowfall in the Twin Cities?

Fall may have only just begun, but the first snowfall of the season is likely just around the corner.

Where Midwest airports rank for on time departures

The Bureau of Transportation Statistics compiled a ranking of 30 U.S. airports by their percentage of on-time departures between Jan. 2026 and June 2026. Here's how the airports stacked up, including some in the Midwest.

Partial solar eclipse may be visible in the Midwest Wednesday

A solar eclipse is set to darken skies across the world Wednesday. In the Midwest, a partial eclipse may be visible.

PWHL Detroit team announced as first expansion team of the year

Detroit is getting a PWHL team, the league and officials with the city announced during a press conference Wednesday morning.

Three killed in shooting outside Detroit gas station following crash-related fight

Police say a suspect is in custody after three people were killed in a shooting outside a Detroit gas station early Sunday morning, following an altercation tied to a prior crash.

'Do you think I'm that stupid?' Wayne County judge berates woman joining court while driving

A Metro Detroit woman joined a court Zoom call while on the road this week. She was scheduled for an appearance before a Woodhaven district judge. Of course, driving a car while appearing in court is something you cannot do when facing a judge.

Detroit police officer caught on Zoom court hearing with no pants

It's the clip now seen around the world where a Metro Detroit officer was caught with his pants down during a Zoom court session.