Surge in passport demand causing lengthy delays as summer nears
A standard passport renewal could take up to 13 weeks.
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A standard passport renewal could take up to 13 weeks.
The pain of paying extra fees for a carry-on bag when flying could soon be a thing of the past, at least that's one Southfield-based entrepreneur's goal with the help of a piece of luggage that easily converts to a personal item.
Why would an American fly to London to spend five nights sleeping by the road? It's all for "the feeling in the air."
The U.S. Department of State is encouraging travelers to renew or request their passports as soon as possible. The agency is reporting a record-breaking uptick in requests.
Passport applications are backed up and delayed — and, as a result, many travelers are searching for places to travel without a passport. Here's your guide to where you can visit while you wait.
A record number of passports — 22 million — were issued in 2022. The State Department is "on track to break" that record in 2023.
Nearly 80% of Michiganders plan to travel this year, according to a new survey from AAA.
The Airport Service Quality Awards, announced on Monday, recognize the world's best airports for customer experience.
Sandy Hazelip and Ellie Hamby, inspired by Jules Verne's "Around the World in 80 Days," are on a mission to see all seven continents, nine Wonders of the World and visit 18 countries.
Consider taking a weeklong vacation from Tuesday to Tuesday, versus traveling over a weekend.
The FAA said its preliminary investigation traced the outage to a "damaged database file," but has found "no evidence of a cyber attack."
United Airlines told Valerie Szybala her lost suitcase would be delivered. Then she watched as the Apple AirTag she had inside went to an apartment complex, a McDonald's and a shopping center.
Carrier expects to resume normal operations Friday after canceling more than 13,000 trips following the huge winter storm.
Southwest Airlines' scheduling software caused a "snowball effect" after initial weather-related disruptions, a pilot said.
The carrier faces frustration from passengers and scrutiny from federal officials over its handling of its schedule in the aftermath of the massive storm that wrecked holiday travel plans across the U.S.
Thousands of Thursday and Friday flights have already been canceled as holiday travelers try to make their way to their destinations.
United Airlines alone has issued travel waivers for more than 142 cities due to an impending storm.
DHS is giving Americans more time to obtain a Real ID for air travel because of delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Families hitting the road for Thanksgiving have another reason to be thankful. Gas prices have been falling, and experts predict they will keep falling as the holiday approaches.
People still looking to book trips home to visit family or take a vacation during the holidays need to act fast and prepare for sticker shock.
Since the first iPhone launched 15 years ago, consumer shopping habits have slowly but relentlessly shifted toward mobile devices.
52 cruise ships docked in Detroit this year, more than double the last cruising season in 2019.
The 1,200-foot bridge is now open at Boyne Mountain.
The international bus service from Detroit to Windsor will be back in service beginning Nov. 20 after it was suspended in 2020 due to the pandemic.
Canada will remove all COVID-19 restrictions for travelers entering the country on Oct. 1, including testing, quarantine, and isolation requirements, Canada's government announced Monday.
Family and friends gathered Monday evening in downtown Detroit for a mother who was stabbed to death in a random attack outside of a Chipotle restaurant on Sunday, where she worked.
A Clinton Township man accused of strangling his aunt in her apartment has been convicted of second-degree murder.
River Ryan was outstanding in his Detroit debut, and the Tigers hit three home runs to rout the Washington Nationals 9-2, one day after being eliminated from the American League playoff race.
A Van Buren Township man is accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend during an argument, prosecutors say.
Michigan State Police say human remains found at a construction site in western Michigan are likely "historical in nature."
Family and friends gathered Monday evening in downtown Detroit for a mother who was stabbed to death in a random attack outside of a Chipotle restaurant on Sunday, where she worked.
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.
A heavily traveled roundabout in Sterling Heights has topped a legal firm's list of Michigan's most dangerous intersections.
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.
River Ryan was outstanding in his Detroit debut, and the Tigers hit three home runs to rout the Washington Nationals 9-2, one day after being eliminated from the American League playoff race.
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.
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.
Cool temperatures hang around all week with only 1 rainy day.
Paramount's agreement with 12 state AGs paves the way for the company to complete its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
A Venezuelan man who was shot by an immigration officer while delivering a food order in Texas was transferred from the hospital to a detention center with a bullet still in his back, his lawyer said.
The Detroit Tigers and Fifth Third announced on Monday that Comerica Park will be renamed Fifth Third Park beginning with the 2027 season.
Family and friends gathered Monday evening in downtown Detroit for a mother who was stabbed to death in a random attack outside of a Chipotle restaurant where she worked.