Trump's birthday added to list of free days at national parks; MLK Day, Juneteenth removed
The change to the schedule comes shortly after the Trump administration announced new fees for non-resident visitors.
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The change to the schedule comes shortly after the Trump administration announced new fees for non-resident visitors.
Applications are available for volunteers for the 2026 season of an Isle Royale backcountry research project.
Over 29,000 civilian federal workers live in Michigan, many of them in Metro Detroit, the Congressional Research Service says.
Isle Royale National Park officials said they have killed a wolf on the island after it became "food-conditioned" and had several concerning interactions with park visitors.
The person was pronounced dead at the scene.
In its 2026 fiscal year budget proposal released in May, the Interior Department estimated that such a surcharge would generate more than $90 million annually.
An official celebration of a major update to River Raisin National Battlefield Park takes place this weekend in Monroe.
Officials said next of kin have been notified and that there is no known threat to the public.
The Trump administration laid off approximately 1,000 employees of the National Park Service. Rangers and park employees say such cuts will be detrimental to the public's experience of these treasured natural resources.
Police activity will be seen this week in a national park site in Monroe as officers conduct training at a soon-to-be demolished building.
Three hikers died in suspected heat-related cases at parks in Utah, including a father and daughter who ran out of water.
Here's what to know about the stable flies that greet visitors at Michigan's national lakeshores in the summer.
The three men illegally camped too close to a trail and started a fire outside of the metal rings provided by the park, causing damage.
Admission fees will be waived for national parks this Friday in celebration of the Great American Outdoors Act.
Even though most national park campgrounds are easily accessible by motorized vehicles, some of the coolest digs are in places that you can't drive to. We're talking permanent campgrounds with basic facilities that you can only reach by foot or boat.
Brad and Joy Ryan arrived at the National Park of American Samoa this week – a meaningful ending to their epic journey.
With more and more travelers heading out for the busy spring and summer seasons, the least-visited national parks have a lot to offer those who venture off the most well-worn paths. Here's a list of the 15 least-visited US National Parks in 2022.
In case you missed it, new words were added to Dictionary.com and we learned how to stay safe in the midst of bears. Pro tip: Don't push your slower friends down so you can escape.
The National Park Service has announced five days in 2023 that all national parks will offer free admission.
Travel guide to Utah's Arches National Park, featuring the world's largest collection of natural stone arches.
After nearly 100 years, the National Park Service holds some of the country's most beautiful and historic places, though it also suffers from an $11 billion backlog of unfunded maintenance and a visitor base that's aging and mostly white.
The National Park Service and the State Historic Preservation Office will hold a free workshop in Detroit about the Federal Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program.
During their 2012 Winter Study, Michigan Technological University population biologist John Vucetich and wildlife ecologist Rolf Peterson started wondering where the wolves of Isle Royale National Park had gone. Now they know -- for at least three of them.
Detroit police say one person is dead and another was injured on Wednesday after what they was the result of a propane heater fire.
His legacy lives on with those he helped find a path forward, just as he did.
Police in Shelby Township are cracking down on drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses.
The battle for Line 5 rages on as the Michigan Supreme Court hears arguments for two cases that could decide the future of the pipeline that runs underneath the Straits of Mackinac.
ShaWanna Gajewski is rebuilding her hometown of Inkster, Michigan, one house at a time.
Toll rates have been announced for crossing the soon-to-be-open Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Windsor.
The company says it has "no indication of ransomware or malware." Officials believe the incident is contained.
Detroit police say one person is dead and another was injured on Wednesday after what they was the result of a propane heater fire.
Dajanae Frazier's family says she was last seen walking away from her home in the 19400 block of Biltmore Street on March 3.
His legacy lives on with those he helped find a path forward, just as he did.
AAA says motorists are paying an average of $3.53 a gallon for regular unleaded gas in the United States.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
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.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
A restaurant celebrating rock music in the era of the legendary band Kiss is set to open in Royal Oak.
Six Flags is selling off some of its North America amusement parks, including Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Faster Horses, a multi-day country music festival, will not return this summer to Michigan International Speedway.
Officers normally assigned to process Global Entry travelers had been reassigned to process other arriving travelers during the pause.
A string of tornadoes touched down in multiple states as severe weather stretched from Texas to Michigan.
Wright State wins the Horizon League title with a late rally and holds off Detroit Mercy, 66-63.
TSA officer call-out rates have climbed into double-digit percentages at some airports, including half the officers at Houston's Hobby Airport, straining screening operations and contributing to longer security lines.
A person with knowledge of the agreement says Detroit is adding running back Isiah Pacheco to replace David Montgomery after the Lions traded Jahmyr Gibbs' backup before free agency started.
A measles case has been confirmed in Washtenaw County, with health officials investigating when and where others may have been exposed in Southeast Michigan.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Water testing has detected "low levels" of Legionella bacteria at two more Oakland County government buildings.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Jalen Duren scored 26 points, Cade Cunningham had 21 points and 15 assists, and the Pistons hammered the Nets 138-100 on Tuesday night.
Wright State wins the Horizon League title with a late rally and holds off Detroit Mercy, 66-63.
The Pioneers will often practice or play games while fasting while observing the holiday, which runs through March 19.
The Detroit Lions are losing another player, this time it's wide receiver Kalif Raymond, who is reportedly heading to the Chicago Bears.
A person with knowledge of the agreement says Detroit is adding running back Isiah Pacheco to replace David Montgomery after the Lions traded Jahmyr Gibbs' backup before free agency started.
Rose talks about a new TV series being filmed in Detroit called "South West High," which revolves around a fictional high school in the Motor City.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Washtenaw County, Michigan, is mourning the loss of a beloved difference maker dedicated to giving people a second chance.
Police in Shelby Township, Michigan, are cracking down on drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. It's part of a new initiative called "Operation Safe Zone - Respect the Red, Protect our Kids."
The battle for Line 5 rages on as the Michigan Supreme Court hears arguments for two cases that could decide the future of the pipeline that runs underneath the Straits of Mackinac.
ShaWanna Gajewski is rebuilding her hometown of Inkster, Michigan, one house at a time.
From less than 15 seconds to a couple of minutes, that's how long it can take for an alert to be dispatched to warn people of danger like a tornado.