Detroit Metro Airport acquiring Spirit Airlines hangar for $18 million
Records show that the Wayne County Airport Authority's bid was listed as the "highest and best," and that no other qualified bids were submitted by the July 16 deadline.
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Records show that the Wayne County Airport Authority's bid was listed as the "highest and best," and that no other qualified bids were submitted by the July 16 deadline.
These changes come just one month after Spirit Airlines abruptly ceased all operations, leaving its nine gates at DTW idle.
The fallout continues after Spirit Airlines ceased operations over the weekend.
The fallout continues after Spirit Airlines ceased operations over the weekend.
A Spirit pilot received an impromptu retirement party from a different airline after what would have been his final flight was canceled.
With all benefits cut when Spirit's last flight landed, former employees say they may need to tap retirement savings just to get by.
Former employees and customers are still trying to figure out what’s next after Spirit Airlines ceased operations over the weekend.
Some Spirit Airlines customers with flight tickets could be out of luck after the discount carrier ceased operations.
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Travel expert Julian Kheel says Spirit Airlines announcement that it's ceasing operations will have an impact on flight prices moving forward.
Spirit Airlines announced early Saturday that it was cancelling all of its flights and would be shutting down operations. Thousands of people across the U.S. are being impacted by the move, including people at Detroit Metro Airport. Veronica Ortega spoke to travelers whose Spirit Airlines flight at DTW was canceled.
Air traffic control audio records showed the exchanges between controllers and the pilots of some of Spirit Airlines' final flights
Spirit Airlines has its origins in Metro Detroit, with a charter flight service that was known as Charter One.
There's uncertainty around Spirit Airlines after it was announced it would cease operations early Saturday morning.
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
The check-in counter for Spirit Airlines at the Detroit Metro Airport is empty, its lights are turned down and a message informs passengers that operations have shut down.
Spirit Airlines, which may cease operations as soon as Saturday after negotiations over a government aid package stalled, has its origins in Metro Detroit.
The negotiation comes after President Trump publicly said he wanted his administration to look at a rescue package for the budget carrier.
The bomb threat forced the plane to evacuate, and the flight was canceled.
Spirit Airlines says 103 flight attendants based out of Detroit Metro will be on furlough starting December 1.
Spirit Airlines to furlough 1,800 flight attendants as budget carrier restructures, looks to cut costs.
Capacity cuts "will inevitably affect the size of our teams," Spirit Airlines CEO Dave Davis said in a memo to employees.
Just months after emerging from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Spirit Airlines is warning about its ability to stay in business.
A fire suppression system was "inadvertently activated" Friday afternoon at Detroit Metro Airport, Spirit Airlines said.
If you traveled by way of Detroit Metro Airport this weekend, you might have noticed a mess at the Spirit Hangar. A passenger sent us this video to illustrate the situation. The airline says the fire suppression system in the building was triggered accidentally, sending foam everywhere. Spirit says the situation did not impact any flights.
For Detroiters who depend on the bus, reliability can have real consequences.
One man is dead, and another person is wounded and in custody after a domestic-related shooting in Pontiac this past weekend.
The Midwest Independent Retailers Association is calling for Michigan's current bottle return law to be phased out.
The state dedicated $151.4 million to literacy materials over two years and has another $50 million coming. For math, it is putting up $5 million to vet curricula and $8 million for STEM programs. Teachers and researchers say the imbalance shows.
Jaquoya Wix ran from the alley and collapsed outside a nearby business, where investigators say multiple witnesses tried to help her. Her sister says she can't stop thinking about how frightened she must have been.
Jaquoya Wix ran from the alley and collapsed outside a nearby business, where investigators say multiple witnesses tried to help her. Her sister says she can't stop thinking about how frightened she must have been.
The Detroit Tigers and Fifth Third announced on Monday that Comerica Park will be renamed Fifth Third Park beginning with the 2027 season.
One man is dead, and another person is wounded and in custody after a domestic-related shooting in Pontiac this past weekend.
The Midwest Independent Retailers Association is calling for Michigan's current bottle return law to be phased out.
Anthony Dekinderen, 61, was arraigned on nine counts of false report or threat of terrorism after prosecutors say he emailed a Michigan journalist threatening to kill the governor, the secretary of state and the Michigan Supreme Court.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The spike in prices has also sparked differing opinions among drivers about who's to blame.
A Ford contract employee was taken to a hospital following an incident on Monday morning at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
Nike-owned Converse acknowledged that an ad for its Chuck Taylor sneaker is "deeply upsetting."
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27, a family spokesperson has confirmed.
If you're looking for sunshine in Metro Detroit, Friday is the day to seek it out.
Stevie Wonder's shows at the Fox Theatre sold out, with some tickets listed for thousands of dollars. That's raising questions about what Michigan's "Taylor Swift" ticket law actually protects fans from.
The list of 50 restaurants is made from a team of 16 scouters who travel the country and try food at all kinds of places, according to the NYT.
The state dedicated $151.4 million to literacy materials over two years and has another $50 million coming. For math, it is putting up $5 million to vet curricula and $8 million for STEM programs. Teachers and researchers say the imbalance shows.
Paramount's agreement with 12 state attorneys general paves the way for the company to complete its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
CNN was set to provide pool coverage on Monday and accompany President Trump on a trip to New York City, but there will not be a network TV pool team traveling with him.
Nike-owned Converse acknowledged that an ad for its Chuck Taylor sneaker is "deeply upsetting."
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
More than 100 volunteers gathered on Monday to distribute fresh food and Alzheimer's education resources to seniors in Oakland County in recognition of World Alzheimer's Day.
Thursday marks one year since Michigan Medicine ended gender-affirming care for young patients
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
The school immunization waiver rate climbed to 7.1% last year from 6.2% in 2024, the fifth straight year of decline and the highest exemption rate since 2010. Michigan is now outpacing the national average.
The standardbred-Friesian mare is currently undergoing treatment and is believed to be unvaccinated, according to state officials.
The Detroit Tigers and Fifth Third announced on Monday that Comerica Park will be renamed Fifth Third Park beginning with the 2027 season.
CJ Carr threw for 234 yards and ran for a touchdown, Nolan James Jr. rushed for 121 yards and a score, and No. 3 Notre Dame took control in the second half to beat Michigan State 27-10.
Betting platforms FanDuel and DraftKings say tools are there to help addicted gamblers slow down.
Bryce Underwood threw two touchdown passes and Savion Hiter had two rushing scores to help No. 19 Michigan pull away and beat UTEP 52-17.
Chicago dropped into second in the AL Central after it blew a six-run lead in an 11-8 loss to Detroit on Friday night.
At the top of the list is the open U.S. Senate contest between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers.
The Detroit Regional Partnership, which has been around for six years, has been a significant catalyst, helping bring numerous jobs and companies to the region.
The roundtable talks politics, civility and issues that will resonate this fall in various elections.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The Detroit Department of Transportation is now asking to add $7 million to a bus parts contract that has already used its original $7 million allocation.
The Detroit Tigers and Fifth Third announced on Monday that Comerica Park will be renamed Fifth Third Park beginning with the 2027 season.
CNN, MS NOW and Politico, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional. Natalie Brand reports.
Bond was set at $2 million for a Detroit man accused of driving while intoxicated in a crash that led to the death of a ride-share driver and serious injuries to the passenger.
An 18-year-old Detroit man is charged with second-degree murder in a Sept. 15 ambush that killed a 20-year-old man in Waterford Township, Michigan, and a 19-year-old from Pontiac is charged as an accessory, Waterford police said.