Poll: Americans Embrace 'Do-It-Yourself' Lifestyle In 2012
According to a recently released poll, 2012 is shaping up to be the year of "do-it-yourself" among American consumers.
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According to a recently released poll, 2012 is shaping up to be the year of "do-it-yourself" among American consumers.
The West Michigan industrial economy continues to experience growth, according to the results of a monthly survey from Grand Valley State University
The Michigan Retail Index showed sales in November pushed the Index up for the fifth straight month -- to its highest point of the year.
The latest Economic Security Bulletin shows that food aid in Michigan rose in the third quarter of 2011 compared with the third quarter of 2010, with nearly 967,000 people in Michigan using the Food Assistance Program.
Comerica Bank's Michigan Economic Activity Index rose one point in September, to a level of 88.
Republicans in firm control of the state Legislature say they're setting the stage for an economic turnaround in Michigan after passing sweeping tax and policy changes over the past year.
Nearly six in 10 holiday shoppers say they plan to take advantage of retailers' sales and discounts to make additional non-gift purchases for themselves and their families during the holiday season.
New census bureau figures show nearly half of all Americans are barely scraping by on earnings that classify them as either living in poverty or as low-income -- the highest total ever.
A recent economic impact study by the maritime industry revealed significant contributions to the states and province surrounding the Great Lakes.
One in two people surveyed by a financial products firm say they don't have enough money to pay for gifts this holiday season.
The benchmark conforming 30-year fixed mortgage rate dipped slightly from 4.24 percent to 4.23 percent, according to Bankrate.com's weekly national survey.
Speaking to students at Oakland University, Flint native fimmaker Michael Moore blamed President Bush and the Republicans for the nation's economic problems.
As they look down the long road of economic recovery, an overwhelming number of Americans see another recession.
University of Michigan economists say the state's economy will continue its slow improvement, adding both high- and low-wage jobs over the next two years.
University of Michigan economists are out with their latest economic outlook -- and they're predicting a slow recovery.
A new report from Coldwell Banker found that Ypsilanti, home to EMU, and Kalamazoo, home to WMU, offer some of the most affordable housing in America for college students.
Young Americans are forced to deal with an increasingly limited number of opportunities for jobs and are delaying major financial and life decisions based on the economy.
The Bloomberg Economic Evaluation of States index shows Michigan's economy is recovering from the recession at the second fastest pace in the country.
Policy deciders at the Federal Reserve are expected to announce Wednesday afternoon whether the central bank will make moves to stimulate the economy.
The Southeast Michigan Purchasing Managers Index (PMI), a composite index of economic activity, rebounded to 59.7 in October from September's index of 53.1.
Michigan needs a new tax on services. That's the message MSU economist Charles Ballard will deliver Thursday morning as part of his 2012 economic forecast for the Engineering Society of Detroit.
A new effort hatched in Macomb County is working to create new businesses and jobs in the growing defense corridor.
While the economy has been slow and some say there could be a new recession, that's not stopping some people from indulging in some little luxuries.
Proposals aimed at improving the state's business climate won't be the only order of business this fall in the Michigan Legislature.
Michigan Sen. Aric Nesbitt has asked for a review of three state agencies and two non-profits over how public grant money was used.
A Michigan high school wrestling referee is sending inappropriate messages, images and videos to a teen girl he met while officiating wrestling matches.
Jarvis Butts entered a guilty plea during a pretrial conference on Thursday in the Third Circuit Court, court records show.
If you received a text message claiming you owe money for an unpaid parking ticket, it is not from the 36th District Court in Detroit.
Some travelers are finding they don't have storage above their seats when they get on the plane because early boarders are taking up the overhead bins.
Jarvis Butts entered a guilty plea during a pretrial conference on Thursday in the Third Circuit Court, court records show.
The City of Southfield says the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement will lease office space in its Metro Detroit community.
Michigan Sen. Aric Nesbitt has asked for a review of three state agencies and two non-profits over how public grant money was used.
Jury selection is complete, and opening statements are expected in the murder case against Dale Warner.
A Michigan high school wrestling referee is sending inappropriate messages, images and videos to a teen girl he met while officiating wrestling matches.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
For the first time, a major U.S. automaker is putting a team up against the European giants of Formula One. Can Cadillac be a contender?
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny took the stage on Sunday dressed in all white, donning a jersey with his last name, Ocasio, and the number 64.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Some travelers are finding they don't have storage above their seats when they get on the plane because early boarders are taking up the overhead bins.
Border czar Tom Homan announced Thursday that Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota is concluding, with a drawdown of federal immigration officers set to occur over the course of next week.
The Trump administration says greenhouse gases emitted from sources like cars, trucks and power plants will no longer by regulated by the federal government.
The measure's passage is largely symbolic as it's likely to be vetoed by the president if it survives a Senate vote.
Slotkin said she hopes that this is the end of the investigation, but noted that she is keeping other legal options, like future lawsuits.
Officials announced eligibility for mothers and babies in the city of Detroit.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
Legionella testing at Oakland County government facilities has detected the bacteria in the water systems of two additional buildings.
When the temperatures plummet, and the snow starts piling up, most of us have the same instinct: retreat indoors, crank up the heat, and get cozy.
Retired Detroit Lions offensive tackle Dan Skipper is returning to the team, but not in uniform. Instead, he'll be on the sidelines as part of the coaching staff, sources told CBS News Detroit.
Isaiah Stewart of the Detroit Pistons has been suspended for seven games in the aftermath of an altercation that erupted during Monday night's game.
Two days after the confetti fell on Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, one Detroit native is still processing the weekend of a lifetime.
The GameAbove Sports Bowl, which is hosted annually by Ford Field, will be canceled ahead of the 2026 season, the venue announced on Tuesday.
The Detroit Tigers announced Tuesday that they signed Justin Verlander, a 42-year-old free agent, to a one-year, $13 million deal.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
A Detroit man has pleaded guilty to the murder of missing 13-year-old Na'Ziyah Harris and to five separate criminal charges, Wayne County prosecutors said Thursday.
Chilly temperatures with some sunshine today. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Karen Carter tells us when we can expect warmer temperatures and for how long.
A computer data center campus proposal landed a significant approval on Wednesday for a site near Interstate 94 and Haggerty Road in Wayne County, Michigan.
Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan will officially launch their annual cookie sale this weekend.
Michigan Senate Republican leader and 2026 gubernatorial candidate Aric Nesbitt is asking Attorney General Pam Bondi to review some Dearborn nonprofits.