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Detroit casinos nearly hit $100 million in one month (Sept 2025). MGM claimed 47% of the share. The state and city tax take totals $24.1M. Sports betting losses at Greektown highlight the gamble.

In-N-Out Burger is expanding east with five new locations, but Michigan fans will still have to wait. Tennessee is closest for now.

Yungblud's recent tribute to Ozzy Osbourne sparked mixed reactions, but his comeback to critics shines a light on a deeper issue in rock music.

Free Beer’s childhood Pistons idol Rick Mahorn called in to The Free Beer and Hot Wings Show and roasted him like an old teammate.

For those of us who grew up in the '70s and '80s, the line between reality and fiction was as blurry as the static on late-night TV—let's dive into the movies, shows, and moments that kept us up at night (and maybe still do).

The Michigan teens involved in a viral high school football hit have met face to face, weeks after the incident that stunned fans nationwide.

Get ready to rock, Flint! Steel Panther is coming to the Machine Shop with a night of music and laughs that you won’t want to miss.

Before you dig into that deli pasta salad, you might want to double-check the label. Kroger just recalled two popular pasta salads sold nationwide, including in Michigan, due to possible Listeria contamination.

Hunters may want to hang up their bows and relax in a hammock. See video of a buck tangled up in a hammock hanging in a Michigan backyard.

The DNR says a Michigan wildfire is 75% contained, but drought and wind continue to challenge crews.

The trashed home from Slipknot's 'Duality' video is going on the auction block as part of a foreclosure sale.

Families are relieved, but educators say the delayed process caused unnecessary stress.

With all-you-can-eat options and a lively Happy Hour, MIK BBQ Bar is quickly becoming the go-to place for food lovers in Genesee County.

The Tigers are back in the postseason, and Comerica Park is heating up for Game 3. Here’s a quick rundown of what you can and can’t bring into the park so you don’t get stopped at the gate.

During a live Q+A session, Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson opened up about the decision to reunite Rush with new drummer Anika Nilles.

The new documentary is a devastating portrait of an ailing legend grappling with mortality and triumphing over adversity.

Here's your chance to win the Ozzy Osbourne 'Last Rites' memoir, courtesy of Loudwire Nights.

Free Beer and Hot Wings listeners shared the sneakiest legal hacks that actually work.

Wolfgang Van Halen shares a photo with his father and a brief but heartfelt message on the fifth anniversary of Eddie Van Halen's death.

A Detroit woman’s first-ever Powerball ticket turned into a $1 million payday after a casual conversation with another customer.

In the documentary 'Ozzy: No Escape From Now,' Sharon Osbourne revealed that Ozzy tried to stab Ronnie James Dio with a fork the first time they met.

In this week's Chuck's Fight Club on the Loudwire Nights radio show, we're trying to determine the better of Rush's '80s albums. Do you prefer 'Permanent Waves' or 'Moving Pictures'?

After Fifth Third’s big move to buy Comerica Bank, a lot of Tigers fans are wondering if Comerica Park could be next on the rebranding list.

Imagine a cozy British pub vibe right in Detroit, where history meets modern entertainment. The countdown to Cannons has begun!

Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson discuss their plans to return to the road.

We’ve all heard of ugly sweater parties during the holidays, but this event in Michigan takes things to a whole new level.

At Home avoids bankruptcy closures after a last-minute deal, keeping most Michigan stores open despite the recent Ypsilanti closure.

Fans are sharing their reactions to Rush's 2026 reunion tour announcement as well as the revelation of Anika Nilles as their new drummer.

Life in Michigan is stunning, but it’s not perfect. From crazy weather to endless potholes, here are 13 red flags every newcomer should know.

Hundreds of stores are being closed across the U.S. Here are some of the notable chains shutting down locations.