Thirty-eight years ago today, tragedy struck at Detroit Metro Airport in Romulus when Northwest Flight 255 crashed shortly after takeoff, bound for Phoenix. At 8:46 p.m., the plane began to lift off but tilted slightly. Its left wing struck a light pole, and the aircraft tore through the top of a rental car building. Within

A new app called “Tea” is gaining traction among people across metro Detroit—but not without controversy. The app allows only women to upload photos of men they’re dating or talking to and get feedback from other women. The goal: spot “red flags” or “green flags” before getting serious. But critics say the app is doing

7-Eleven is celebrating its 98th birthday by giving away free small Slurpees today, July 11. The offer is available at participating 7-Eleven locations across the country while supplies last. No purchase is required. The giveaway is part of the company’s annual “Slurpee Day” tradition, held every year on 7/11. Customers can choose from a variety

View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) Detroit has officially launched the 2025 summer jobs season for its Grow Detroit’s Young Talent (GDYT) program, opening up paid work opportunities for 8,054 local youth between the ages of 14 and 24. This marks the 11th year of the program, which was started

By Benicia Ciara, TMDN View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) Detroit’s Office of Arts, Culture and Entrepreneurship has unveiled the final installation in its series of nine city Art Alleys. The newest space — Passage to Wellbeing Alley — is designed to promote mental health, community connection, and access to

View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) A video that’s now going viral shows a full-sized robot casually walking down 7 Mile Road near Lahser in Detroit. The clip, which has been widely shared on social media, robot moving through the street, leaving many residents stunned. The robot isn’t part of