Cool temps and rain expected for Michigan's Memorial Day weekend
Tracking cool air rain for parts of Michigan Memorial Day weekend.
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Tracking cool air rain for parts of Michigan Memorial Day weekend.
Memorial Day weekend is the first travel holiday after Real ID laws took effect this spring.
Passengers at Detroit Metro share their experiences with traveling on Memorial Day weekend. This is the first major holiday travel period after Real ID laws took effect this spring for air travel.
AAA predicts that 1.29 million people will travel during the holiday weekend, an increase from 1.25 million in 2024 and 1.28 million five years ago.
Memorial Day weekend travel is expected to set a new record this year. AAA says more than 45 million people across the country will travel at least 50 miles away from home; most of them driving to their destinations.
Some travel expenses are up, but there are still ways to save money on your summer vacation.
Michigan gas prices are up 12 cents from last week as the Memorial Day travel weekend approaches.
AAA responded to more than 356,000 roadside emergencies during Memorial Day weekend in 2024, according to the organization.
Complaints against U.S. airlines soared to a record high in 2024 as carriers struggle with flight cancellations and delays, analysis finds.
Wednesday marks the first day U.S. travelers flying domestically will be required to show a Real ID at airports.
The State Department issues a travel advisory, with levels ranging from "Exercise Normal Precautions" to "Do Not Travel," for every country.
Roadside parks operated by the Michigan Department of Transportation are reopening for the season.
Michigan Secretary of State staff is meeting with travelers to explain the Real ID law and how to update a ID card.
Beginning May 7, Americans and permanent residents will only be able to pass through airport security or enter federal government buildings if they have a Real ID.
As spring break travel hits full swing, health officials urge Americans to be aware of measles cases that have been reported in Texas and other locations. Some of those affected with measles had recently traveled.
Attorney Amir Makled claims he was targeted for questioning by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents after he returned from an international vacation.
Michigan has its second confirmed case of measles for 2025, the adult involved flew through Detroit Metro.
If you've ever sought a convenience store that is open overnight at Detroit Metro, that option is now available.
Frontier is offering a "divorce your old airline" deal after Southwest ends its longstanding "bags fly free" policy.
While Michigan doesn't have toll roads, the scam still targeted residents, especially those who recently traveled through neighboring states, Indiana, Ohio or Illinois.
Southwest Airlines is ending its free checked bags policy for many passengers. Some experts think customer loyalty could suffer.
Boom Supersonic and NASA on Monday released an image of the XB-1 aircraft during its second supersonic flight last month.
Delta Air Lines says its flights to and from Detroit Wednesday and Thursday may be affected by winter weather.
It's been nearly 16 years since the last fatal commercial airliner crash in the United States, and by almost every metric, traveling by plane is the safest mode of transportation. But many flyers still have anxiety, especially after the latest crash.
The freezing temperatures have covered Metro Detroit all week. For one tow company, it's been a week full of callers needing help.
