After years of neglect, Detroit’s refurbished Michigan Central Station opens to the public [PHOTOS]

Michigan Central Station opened in 1914 and closed its doors in 1988. At its peak more than 4,000 people entered daily. On…

By Kahn Santori Davison

Image: After years of neglect, Detroit’s refurbished Michigan Central Station opens to the public [PHOTOS]
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The hottest Detroit-area LGBTQ+ bars

Not only does June mark Pride Month, but the summer season means it’s also time for the hotties to step out of…

By Layla McMurtrie

Menjo’s Entertainment Complex 950 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit; menjoscomplexdetroit.com If you want to dance where Madonna did when she was 16, Menjo’s is where to go. Reportedly, it was also the first club in Detroit where DJs mixed records live. Located in the Palmer Park neighborhood since 1974, this spot has turned into much more than just a gay bar. Menjo’s accepts everyone, and is also home to Eagle Leather Bar and the Olympus Theater. The complex hosts unique LGBTQ+ events weekly.
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Everything we saw at Movement Music Festival 2024

Detroit’s Movement Music Festival returned to Hart Plaza on Saturday. The three-day celebration of Detroit techno continues through Memorial Day. This slideshow…

By Mike Pfeiffer, Kahn Santori Davison

Saturday.
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Benjamin Siegel’s historic Albert Kahn-designed Detroit mansion gets a price cut

This historic mansion was designed for Benjamin Siegel by renowned architect Albert Kahn, and built in 1914 in the heart of Detroit's…

By Layla McMurtrie

150 W. Boston Blvd., Detroit
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Pride Guide: 20+ Detroit-area LGBTQ+ events to celebrate queerness this summer

Summer’s here and Pride Month is around the corner. Throughout June, LGBTQ+ Pride festivals and festivities are happening all around Detroit, and…

By Layla McMurtrie

Motor City Pride returns to Detroit June 8-9.
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15 scenic drives near Detroit that everyone should explore

These scenic drives, all an hour or so outside of Detroit, offer something to look at that's not a TV, iPhone, or…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Historic Hines Drive Russell Street, Detroit Stretching through Northville, Plymouth, Livonia, Westland, Garden City, and Dearborn Heights is Hines Drive, a scenic flood basin for the Middle Rouge River. The 17-mile parkway connects 20 park segments that offer multi-faceted recreation for those looking to take a leisurely drive. Hines Drive Park/Facebook
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Detroit police scrutinized for handling of pro-Palestinian protesters during Biden visit

President Joe Biden visited Detroit on Sunday for the NAACP Detroit Branch’s 69th Annual Fight for Freedom Fund Dinner. Around 200-300 protesters…

By Layla McMurtrie

Palestinian activist Lexis Zeidan.
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Megan Thee Stallion gives Detroit a whole lot of ass and bad bitch energy on Hot Girl Summer Tour

Even the ridiculous downtown traffic and $40 parking lots couldn’t kill my vibe. Megan Thee Stallion’s Hot Girl Summer Tour is here…

By Randiah Camille Green

Image: Megan Thee Stallion gives Detroit a whole lot of ass and bad bitch energy on Hot Girl Summer Tour
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Everything we saw at Motor City Comic Con 2024

Motor City Comic Con returned to the Suburban Collection Showplace May 17-19. Did we see you there? In addition to cosplayers you…

By Megan Matelonek, Mike Pfeiffer

Image: Everything we saw at Motor City Comic Con 2024
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Ann Arbor’s Blue Llama now serves up Afro-Caribbean food through partnership with Chef JJ Johnson

Renowned restaurateur, TV host, and award-winning cookbook author Chef JJ Johnson has brought his Afro-Caribbean culinary style and expertise to Michigan as…

By Layla McMurtrie

Chef JJ Johnson.
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The 50 best things about Detroit, ranked

Any proud Detroiter knows that the Motor City is the best and the reasons are endless. It takes true hometown pride, however,…

By Layla McMurtrie

9. The artists and murals Detroit’s creativity is unmatched and the artists and art scene here is underrated. There are murals everywhere you look in Detroit and the city continues to push more and more initiatives to spread art and support local artists even further.
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20 Detroit-area plant-centric restaurants that we love

Eating less meat can help cool the planet down and helping to save the environment can be delicious, too. When we’re craving vegan and…

By Metro Times editorial staff

The Kitchen by Cooking with Que 6529 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-462-4184; thekitchenbycwq.com Quiana “Que” Broden opened Cooking with Que with a goal "to teach people to eat to live; by introducing more plant based meals into everyday living." Not only does Que serve up vegan meals, but it also offers cooking classes and other educational opportunities.
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This Detroit liquor store doubles as an art gallery

Detroiters are innovative, and art is blooming on the walls of many unique spots in the city. This one, however, is among…

By Layla McMurtrie

Liquor Basket features a Black-owned liquor store, art gallery, and vegan eatery.
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20 unofficial mascots of Detroit

When people think of Detroit, certain figures or symbols may instantly come to mind that embody the spirit of the city. There…

By Layla McMurtrie

The Spirit of Detroit statue Located in downtown Detroit at the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center, this 26-foot sculpture was built to represent hope, progress, and the “spirit of man.” The statue was formally dedicated in 1958 and has stood as a testament of the city’s resilience ever since, an icon of the city for Detroiters and outsiders alike.
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The best food in metro Detroit according to Maryam Khan of Khana

Continuing our exploration of the best of Detroit’s cuisine, we hit up Maryam Khan, the chef and owner of Pakistani food pop-up…

By Layla McMurtrie

Maryam Kahn.
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Spanish-inspired restaurant Leña now open in Detroit’s Brush Park

Detroit’s Brush Park neighborhood got a new restaurant this week. The Spanish-inspired Leña hosted its grand opening on Wednesday, offering a fusion of…

By Layla McMurtrie

Leña is holding its grand opening on May 8.
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Gunna’s fans had the balcony shaking at Detroit’s Fox Theatre

On Monday, Gunna brought his “Bittersweet Tour” to Detroit — and nearly blew the roof off of the Fox Theatre. This was…

By Kahn Santori Davison

Image: New Slideshow
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Detroit police scrutinized for heavy-handed tactics at Cinco de Mayo festival

Detroit police swarmed businesses participating in Detroit’s Cinco de Mayo festival on Sunday, dispersed crowds, and detained at least seven people, prompting…

By Steve Neavling

Image: Detroit police scrutinized for heavy-handed tactics at Cinco de Mayo festival
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20 things to do in Detroit this weekend (May 10-12)

This weekend in Detroit offers an abundant mix of unique events, from art to music to dancing to shopping, and lots more.…

By Layla McMurtrie

 Emo Night Brooklyn When: May 11 at 8 p.m. Where: Saint Andrew’s Hall What: An emo music night Who: Emo Night Brooklyn Why: Enjoy a pop-punk/emo DJ event curated by event company Emo Night Brooklyn.
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Detroit celebrates ‘May the Fourth’ at Tangent Gallery’s Space Dive [PHOTOS]

“May the Fourth” is the day to celebrate all things Star Wars, and Detroit’s annual Space Dive party brought all that and…

By Mike Pfeiffer

Image: Detroit celebrates ‘May the Fourth’ at Tangent Gallery’s Space Dive [PHOTOS]
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Madison Beer brings her Spinnin Tour to Detroit

Singer Madison Beer’s Spinnin Tour stopped by the Fillmore Detroit on Friday.

By Joe Maroon

Image: Madison Beer brings her Spinnin Tour to Detroit
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The Bishop Mansion in Detroit is going up for auction [PHOTOS]

This piece of Detroit history hit the market in May 2023 for nearly $9 million. About a year later, since the home…

By Jenna Jones

Image: The Bishop Mansion in Detroit is for sale for nearly $9 million [PHOTOS]
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Essential Detroit-area bars with food as good as their drinks

Sometimes going to the bar is so fun that you don't want to have to make another stop at a restaurant just…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Redcoat Tavern 31542 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48073 A Royal Oak staple of British-American pub-style food since the early 1970s, Redcoat boasts some of the best burgers in the Detroit area. It’s a no-frills atmosphere with dim red lighting and a famous must-try appetizer: the beef tips and creamy peppercorn sauce. Locals already know this is the classic go-to burger spot. Photo with permission from @sandys_hungry
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Photos from Detroit Farm and Cider

Detroit Farm and Cider owner Leandra King is one of the advocates pushing for an ordinance to allow raising farm animals in…

By se7enfifteen

Image: Photos from Detroit Farm and Cider
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Historic, castle-esque mansion in Detroit’s Palmer Park gets price cut

This Detroit mansion’s history and design elements make it truly one-of-a-kind. Located at 17325 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Detroit Golf Club’s course in…

By Layla McMurtrie

17325 Pontchartrain Blvd, Detroit
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New waterfront cultural arts destination Stanton Yards coming to Detroit’s Little Village

Multiple boat storage and service facilities lining the Detroit River are transforming into Stanton Yards, a forthcoming waterfront arts destination spearheaded by…

By Layla McMurtrie

View of Stanton Yards with design contributions from SO – IL and OSD.
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20 things to do in Detroit this weekend (May 3-5)

The weekend is full of openings for new art shows and Cinco de Mayo celebrations, plus a couple of derby events, and…

By Layla McMurtrie

 Cinco de Mayo Fest 2024 When: May 5 from 3 p.m.-2 a.m. Where: El Club (Detroit) What: A block party for Cinco de Mayo Who: Presented by We Are Culture Creators and Fiesta Vibes Detroit Why: To celebrate Cinco de Mayo with lucha libre, food, music, vendors, and culture.
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Everything we saw at the return of the Whoopee Club

A warm spring night got even hotter at the Whoopee Club. After a four-year hiatus, the celebration of immersive art, live jazz,…

By Josh Justice

Image: Everything we saw at the return of the Whoopee Club
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Detroit’s NFL Draft smashes attendance record [PHOTOS]

The highly anticipated NFL Draft in Detroit kicked off Thursday, drawing what officials said was a record-setting number of attendees on day…

By Lee DeVito

Image: Detroit’s NFL Draft sets record with more than 275k football fans [PHOTOS]
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Jemele Hill, Babyface Ray, and more share knowledge with Cass Tech students at Klutch Athletics NFL Draft event

On Wednesday, sports agent Rich Paul and his Klutch Athletics hosted one of many auxiliary events for the NFL Draft in Detroit…

By Kahn Santori Davison

Image: Jemele Hill, Babyface Ray, and more share knowledge with Cass Tech students ahead of NFL DRaft in Detroit
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The delights of Dearborn’s Turkish Village

I of course googled “Turkish cuisine vs. Middle Eastern cuisine” and found commenters willing to call me and other inquirers “ignorant,” “arrogant,”…

By Jane Slaughter

Turkish Village was founded by Detroit-area Yemeni businessmen who went on vacation and liked what they found.
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Holocaust, Nakba survivors call on Farmington Hills to adopt Gaza ceasefire resolution

Rene Lichtman is a Jew who survived the Holocaust. Ismael Noor survived the Nakba, Arabic for “catastrophe” — what Palestinians call their…

By Lee DeVito

Image: Holocaust, Nakba survivors call on Farmington Hills to adopt ceasefire resolution
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