Detroit Lions fans don’t need reminding that nothing comes easy for their team, and head coach Dan Campbell wholeheartedly agrees. Coming off a promising 2024 season that ended in a shocking playoff upset loss, Campbell is preaching a blue-collar mantra as the 2025 season kicks off: “There’s going to be nothing easy about it.” In true Detroit spirit, the lifelong football man strikes a balance between optimism and realism. He’s as enthusiastic as ever for a new year, but he’s making sure everyone, players and fans alike, understands that success will only come through hard work. This candid approach resonates in Metro Detroit, where grit and perseverance are part of the local DNA.

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Lessons from Last Season’s Heartbreak

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Choosing a home is about more than square footage. Families want streets that feel steady, parks that stay busy for the right reasons, and neighbors who look out for each other. This guide highlights 10 Metro Detroit suburbs that consistently earn strong marks for safety and day-to-day comfort. It draws on publicly reported crime data often used by national rankings, plus practical factors like parks, schools, traffic patterns, and community design.

Use this as a starting point. Visit at different times of day, talk to locals, and weigh commute, school fit, and budget. Safety is both measurable and felt, and the best match is the one that fits your routines.

For a family-first comparison across nearby suburbs, see our top places to raise a family in…

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Detroit’s most beloved restaurants are more than places to eat. They are living cathedrals where rituals still matter, from sizzling saganaki in Greektown to river views on the east side, from square-pan pizzas born in auto pans to coneys slung downtown after the game. This guide maps 24 institutions that have anchored neighborhoods for decades and still deliver.

What “iconic” means here: at least 25 years in operation or clear historic significance, a signature dish or tradition, real community roots, and a style that endures. Expect crisp service, sturdy menus, and plenty of stories.

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Loui’s Pizza

Open: Wed-Thur (11am-9pm) | Fri (11am-10pm) | Sat (12-10pm) | Sun (12-9pm)
23141 Dequindre Rd, Hazel Park, MI 48030
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Imagine walking into a bar where you are the bartender, pouring exactly what you want, when you want it, without waiting in line. That’s the scene now in Novi, where The HUB Stadium has unveiled Metro Detroit’s latest self-pour beer wall featuring a whopping 50 taps. Locals are buzzing about this interactive “pour-it-yourself” experience, which lets guests sample a wide array of drinks by the ounce. It’s not just another bar gimmick; it’s a whole new way to enjoy a night out in Novi, one perfectly measured pour at a time.

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What’s the Buzz About Self-Pour Beer Walls?

Self-serve tap walls have been popping up across Metro Detroit, and for good reason. Michigan loves its beer, the state boasts over 400 breweries and ranks among…

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Imagine stepping into a cozy lounge in Detroit’s Corktown where the aroma of fresh pages mingles with the bouquet of a Michigan red. Soft light glows on rows of books and the clink of wine glasses punctuates quiet conversations. This scene isn’t a daydream, it’s reality at Sip ‘N Read, a unique adults-only bookstore and wine bar that opened its doors in late August inside The Corner development at the historic corner of Michigan and Trumbull. Blending a love of literature with local wine culture, Sip ‘N Read is quickly becoming Corktown’s newest gathering spot for readers and wine enthusiasts alike. The 21-and-up “book bar” concept has stirred plenty of curiosity and excitement, and for good reason. This long-envisioned space offers Detroiters a new way…

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It’s been a wild year for Michigan’s corporate landscape. Longtime hometown giants have made headlines by selling to out-of-state interests, first Steelcase shocked Grand Rapids by announcing a $2.2 billion sale to an Iowa rival, then Kellogg’s legacy cereal business struck a $3.1 billion deal to go Italian with Ferrero. These buyouts left many Michiganders asking: “Which major companies are still Michigan-owned and headquartered here in the Great Lakes State?” Despite the shakeups, our state remains rich with homegrown brands that continue to thrive on Michigan soil. Let’s take a friendly tour of Michigan’s biggest locally based companies, from Motor City auto titans to West Michigan retail dynasties, and see how they keep our economy humming.

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Could an $800 million plan to boost housing be the answer to Metro Detroit’s affordable housing woes? A growing coalition of Michigan cities and lawmakers think it’s a big step in the right direction. Faced with a shortage of homes and rising costs, they’re backing a proposal to invest $160 million per year for five years to spur new construction and rehab old properties. Officials estimate this could create 10,000 new or revitalized homes over five years, about 2,000 units a year, helping ease the crunch for families across the state. It’s an ambitious, locally driven approach designed to tackle Michigan’s housing crisis without heavy-handed mandates. Instead, the plan would use incentives and partnerships to encourage communities to loosen zoning rules…

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General Motors (GM) has given its small and midsize SUVs a serious makeover, turning them from forgettable “dad bod” designs into head-turning rides with muscle. Once known for misfires like the Pontiac Aztek, GM’s designers have transformed their compact and mid-size SUV fleet from “AI-generated blobs” into some of the automaker’s most valuable offerings. In fact, these smaller SUVs have become GM’s No. 2 asset by sales, second only to the company’s famous pickup trucks. This shift comes as Detroit’s Big Three (GM, Ford, Stellantis) back away from traditional sedans and double down on crossovers and SUVs, a trend plenty of Metro Detroit drivers have witnessed in their own neighborhoods. Families who might have driven sedans a decade ago are now upgrading…

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Detroit’s small business scene just got a major shot in the arm. In a move that has local entrepreneurs buzzing, the Gilbert Family Foundation is investing over $4 million to uplift Black-owned businesses and developers in the city. Announced during National Black Business Month, this initiative isn’t just another grant announcement, it’s a community-driven effort to build wealth and opportunity in Detroit’s neighborhoods. For a city that proudly hosts roughly 50,000 Black-owned businesses, this influx of support comes at a crucial time. What does $4 million mean for Detroit’s Black entrepreneurs, and how will it shape our communities? Let’s dive into the details in plain English, from one lifelong Detroiter to another.

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Metro Detroit loves a good food trend, but birria isn’t a trend here. It’s part of everyday eating, tied to neighborhoods and families that have been slow-cooking meat and pouring rich consommé long before social media caught on. From Southwest Detroit to Royal Oak and down the river to Wyandotte, this list highlights where the broth is deep, the tortillas crackle, and the red-tinted queso pull makes you pause before the next dip.

What follows is a local’s guide to birria tacos, quesabirria, ramen twists, and classic bowls. Expect precise details that match search intent: hours, addresses, phone numbers, service notes, and whether consommé comes standard. Use this as your short list when you’re mapping dinner, a Saturday crawl, or a first visit to…

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