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Father Dukes: 2025 Movement Festival preview
Father Dukes is the pseudonym of Detroit’s resident party-starter Hailey Dukes. After cutting her teeth at Seraphine Collective’s beatmatch brunches, Dukes quickly made a name for herself throughout the city, and has recently been headlining bills in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, and beyond. With her second run at Movement on the horizon, we caught…
How HiTech became Detroit’s ghettotech defenders
King Milo, 47Chops, and Milf Melly of the group HiTech are seated inside of Corktown’s Momento Gelato and Coffee waiting for paninis. They’re fresh out of a studio session and still riding the wave from performing at their first Coachella music festival seven days ago, where the group was joined on stage by rappers G.T.…
Blackmoonchild: 2025 Movement Festival preview
Blackmoonchild is the pseudonym of DJ and producer Janisa Nelson, who will touch down at Movement festival for her first time on the lineup this year. She is a co-founder and resident of Blueprint, a party series that seeks to honor the lineage of Detroit techno by amplifying the sound of the future. We caught…
AK: 2025 Movement Festival preview
AK is the pseudonym of DJ and producer Alanna Greenlee, returning to the Movement festival for her second time this year. She is a co-founder and resident of Blueprint, a party series that seeks to honor the lineage of Detroit techno by amplifying the sound of the future. As a rising voice over the last…
Wisconsin Online Casinos 2026: Top 15 Gambling Sites in WI
Finding the best Wisconsin online casinos wasn’t a challenge, even as the state’s gambling laws continue to evolve. While residents currently enjoy world-class retail experiences at tribal venues, I also explored the digital landscape for some online action. Locals had opinions — including a waitress who preferred online blackjack tables to the ones at Potawatomi.…
Top Live Dealer Online Casinos: 15 Casino Sites With Real Money Games
There’s nothing more draining than getting hyped for a live casino session, only to deal with a laggy interface or a distracted dealer. That’s why I’ve done the legwork for you, narrowing down the absolute 15 best live dealer online casinos I’ve enjoyed using. I looked for the things that actually matter, like crisp HD…
Towns in Italy That Made Me Feel Like I’d Traveled Back in Time
It started with a conversation in a train station café in Rome—one of those spontaneous, caffeine-fueled chats with an older Italian woman who asked where I was headed. When I listed the usual spots, she smiled gently and said, “You haven’t seen beautiful Italy until you’ve felt its old soul.” That line stayed with me.…
Bucket List-Worthy Ohio Tourist Attractions to See
I never expected Ohio to be the place that would stick with me long after I’d left. However, as someone who’s always chasing memorable moments across North America, it was only a matter of time before I gave in to the recommendations piling up from friends and fellow travelers. “You have to try the underground…
A Splash-Filled Adventure Through the Water Parks in Maryland
I’ve always had a thing for water parks. Maybe the scent of chlorine mixed with sunscreen triggers childhood memories. Or I can’t resist the thrill of racing down a water slide with the sun on my face. Whatever it is, water parks have been a constant throughout my travels. When I found myself with a…
A Nature Lover’s Retreat Nestled in Wilson Lake, Kansas
I’ve never been one to say no to a lake getaway, especially when the place is whispered about in travelers’ circles as a hidden gem in the heart of Kansas. Let me tell you: Wilson Lake, Kansas, lived up to every word. Planning this trip took some thought. While I had to decide whether I…
Top 10 Places to Visit in Maryland: A Local Guide to the Best Spots
As someone who lived in the Free State for years, I know the best corners to tuck into a bowl of crab dip, the quiet trails where waterfalls sing, and the hidden pockets of culture waiting beyond the big tourist signs. Whenever I have the opportunity to go back to Maryland, I jump at it.…
Refreshing Day Trips from NYC That You Can Reach in Hours
After a few years of navigating the buzz and bustle of New York City, I’ve come to appreciate the power of a good escape. Whether I was following a friend’s recommendation or stumbling across a hidden gem through late-night travel forum rabbit holes, these nearby spots have slowly built my go-to list for day trips…
Nicole Curtis returns to Detroit for new series of HGTV’s ‘Rehab Addict’ to renovate ‘disgusting’ house
Nicole Curtis is heading back to Detroit in a new season of her popular HGTV home renovation show Rehab Addict. Curtis, who was born in Lake Orion in suburban Detroit, has renovated numerous properties in and around the Motor City in the shows Rehab Addict and Rehab Addict Rescue — including the historic Ransom Gillis…
Big Sean and Detroit Symphony Orchestra to collaborate for hip-hop concert
Rapper Big Sean is collaborating with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra for what is being described as “a groundbreaking fusion of hip-hop and orchestral sound.” Announced Wednesday, the concert is set for 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 29 at Orchestra Hall in Detroit’s Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center. Tickets go on sale at…
Detroit’s Sister Pie to temporarily close for ‘radical reconfiguration’ amid financial crisis
Sister Pie, a popular bakery in Detroit’s West Village neighborhood, will temporarily close for regular operations in June as owner Lisa Ludwinski grapples with a financial crisis and a shifting business model. In an emotional social media post, Ludwinski said the bakery’s last day of regular hours will be June 8, with a plan to…
Detroit Metro Times is going biweekly
Starting in June, Detroit Metro Times will shift from being published weekly to biweekly. That means next month, we’ll publish issues on June 11 (our Summer Guide) and June 25. Due to a previous obligation, we will also publish the consecutive week on July 2 (our cannabis industry “Dab Day” issue) and July 9, but…
My Favorite California Road Trip Ever (and How to Plan Yours)
It starts with the smell of eucalyptus. Every time I step out of the car somewhere along the California coast, I get a hit of that woodsy scent. Suddenly, I’m 10 years old again in the back seat of my parents’ Honda, elbowing my brothers for window space as Highway 1 winds along the cliffs.…
Maryland Breweries: Top 10 Spots for Beer Lovers
Maryland’s magic can be felt in different ways—part coastal charm, part history, and part hops. I’ve always had a soft spot for this corner of the East Coast, where charming small towns meet bold, innovative brewing. Friends and fellow travelers had long sung the praises of the breweries in Maryland, but it wasn’t until I…
Detroit-based harpist to serenade shelter pets at adoption event
Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit will host a concert for both two- and four-legged guests on Thursday as harpist Ackeem Salmon and the Wells International Foundation bring live music to the shelter’s kennels and cat condos. The Sound & Sanctuary concert featuring Salmon’s harp performances will be open to the public from 3 p.m.…
Mayor Duggan gains bipartisan support but lags behind top candidates in governor’s race
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan’s campaign for governor is showing signs of drawing bipartisan support, but he still trails leading Republican and Democratic candidates statewide, a new poll shows. According to a survey released Tuesday by the Detroit Regional Chamber, Duggan, who is running as an independent, is winning a substantial share of votes in metro…
Netflix star Detroit Diamond to perform first-ever concert at El Club
Detroit Diamond has been a breakout star since her performance on season two of Netflix’s Rhythm + Flow in which the Detroit native finished in 4th place. Metro Times caught up with Detroit Diamond in March of this year as she was riding the wave of nonstop flights, interviews, and performances. She’s currently gearing up…
Deep political divide threatens Michigan’s economic stability, new poll shows
Michigan voters are deeply divided along party lines over the state of the economy, with fears of a recession and inflation rising among Democrats and independents, while Republican voters express growing optimism, according to a new statewide poll released by the Detroit Regional Chamber. The survey, conducted by The Glengariff Group between April 24 and…
‘Lilo & Stitch’ and ‘Mission Impossible’ blow ‘Barbenheimer’ out of the water
While I wouldn’t completely give them all the credit, the simultaneous release of Barbie and Oppenheimer on July 21, 2023 did a lot to revive interest in returning to movie theaters. While the movies were both critically and financially successful, it wasn’t wholly the films themselves that generated so much excitement; rather, it was the…
2025 Movement Festival schedule
All times subject to change! See movementfestival.com to download the official app. Saturday, May 24 Movement Stage Craig Gonzalez, 4 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Deepchord (live), 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Sama’ Abdulhadi, 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Octave One (live), 8 p.m.-9 p.m. Nina Kraviz, 9 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Jeff Mills, 10:30 p.m.-12 a.m. Waterfront Stage presented by JARS Cannabis Gay…
Western wear brand Tecovas to open first Michigan store at Hudson’s Detroit
Tecovas, the Austin-based western wear company known for its handcrafted boots and rugged apparel, is bringing its first Michigan storefront to downtown Detroit as part of the growing retail lineup at Bedrock’s Hudson’s Detroit development. The store will be located on the ground floor of the development’s office tower at 1252 Woodward Ave., joining a…
Toastique to open new café in downtown Detroit this fall
Toastique, a fast-growing gourmet toast and juice bar, is bringing its all-day café concept to downtown Detroit this fall, expanding its footprint in Michigan with a second location. The new café will open at 89 Monroe St., offering Toastique’s signature lineup of nutrient-packed toasts, smoothies, juices, and coffee drinks. Known for its health-conscious offerings, the…
Michigan cannabis sales slip for first time since legalization
For the first time since Michigan legalized recreational cannabis in 2019, the state’s adult-use industry is showing signs of contraction, a troubling shift for marijuana businesses and state and local governments that depend on the tax revenue. Between January and April 2025, dispensaries sold $1.03 billion in cannabis products, according to new data from the…
Chick-fil-A project in Detroit stirs backlash after demolition begins next to school without notice
The city of Detroit abruptly halted demolition this week on a controversial fast-food project after construction crews began tearing down a building next to a Montessori school without notifying nearby residents or businesses. The building is being razed to make way for Detroit’s first stand-alone Chick-fil-A, a 3,000-square-foot drive-thru-only restaurant that developers say will serve…
An immersive ‘Indiana Jones’-inspired tiki bar is coming to Westland
An upcoming pop-up tiki bar pairs creative cocktails with an interactive experience like something out of an Indiana Jones film — including a towering volcano that fills the venue with smoke and sounds, wise-cracking animatronic parrots, tropical “storms,” and a scavenger hunt with prizes. The Lost Outpost is a new production by Legendary Entertainment &…
Free Will Astrology (May 21-27)
ARIES (March 21-April 19): I think you’re ready to establish new ways of nourishing and protecting what’s valuable to you. Your natural assertiveness will be useful in setting boundaries and securing resources. Your flourishing intuition will guide you to implement adjustments that safeguard your interests while remaining flexible enough to permit legitimate access. Be extra…
