HOLIDAY

Food, fun and festivals are on the lineup this weekend here in Detroit.

Many people are canceling the trips they had planned for Memorial Day weekend this year due to record-setting gas prices plaguing Michigan and the rest of the U.S.

Spring is bringing in a warm weekend with the return of Flower Day, Motor City Comic Con and a new Van Gogh experience.

Bobby Portis made a putback off Giannis Antetokounmpo’s missed free throw with 15 seconds left, Jrue Holiday snuffed Marcus Smart on Boston’s final two possessions and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Celtics 110-107 on Wednesday night to take a 3-2 series lead.

City officials have rejected a proposal seeking to allow marijuana at the annual Arts, Beats & Eats festival in Downtown Royal Oak.

It’s all about mom this weekend with special shows and family-friendly events to be at right here in Detroit.

Moms can score some free popcorn this Mother’s Day when they see a movie at Emagine Theatres.

Americans celebrate Cinco de Mayo each year, but the holiday isn't as popular in Mexico as it is in the U.S. Here's why.

Grayson Allen set playoff career highs with 27 points and six 3-pointers, Giannis Antetokounmpo had 32 points and 17 rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Chicago Bulls 119-95 to take a 3-1 lead in their first-round series.

Spring is heating up with several park cleanups to celebrate Earth Day, Olivia Rodrigo and shows for the whole family.

Though Easter has been around for centuries, some of its most popular traditions have not been.

Easter is upon us which brings plenty of events to bring the whole family to all weekend long.

See how the Easter holiday will affect TheRide's buses in the Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti area.

To kick off the new year, a Detroit animal shelter is offering free pet adoptions and waiving licensing fees through Tuesday.

The Washtenaw County Health Department is urging residents to get vaccinated, avoid large gatherings and isolate from others if sick.

The Michigan Redistricting Commission will start the process of voting on new voting districts for the next decade.

The company, which tracks all forms of payment, said a surge of Covid-19 cases did not damp demand to spend and celebrate.

Ring in 2022 in style at these local hot spots bringing in big bashes.

It’s a holiday tradition for families around the world -- putting up the tree. But why do we do it?

For decades, there were stories of the Christmas Day Truce of 1914 -- and a recently-found letter tells that story well.

An annual NBC tradition is airing “It’s a Wonderful Life” on Christmas Eve -- but there’s something you might not know.

Due to the weekend holiday, there will be no print edition of The Monroe News on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. Normal delivery will resume Sunday.

Christmas is nearly here, and there are still events happening that will feed into your holiday spirit.

Your last chance to shop this year at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market is Wednesday.

We’re challenging your favorite news team to show us how to shop on a budget.

Michigan’s attorney general has released this year’s dangerous toy guide ahead of the holiday season.

It’s no secret: Traveling by vehicle has gotten pricier this year.

Recycle Ann Arbor put together a guide to help you have a zero waste holiday.

According to the city, the trees will be turned into mulch or compost so any decorations including tinsel, ornaments and lights must be removed.

The city of Warren has postponed its Christmas tree lighting ceremony until Sunday.

Here's when you can skate at Vets Park this holiday season.

A holiday tradition is back, the Boston-Edison Holiday Home Tour is a virtual experience this year. You can tour some of Detroit’s grandest homes from your living room.

The concert is free and open to the public, with a livestream option available.

Looking for the perfect holiday gift?

It’s the season for cheer and right now we all need that more than ever.

Here is the weather forecast for Metro Detroit.

Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage At Fox Theatre December 11th!

Drop in to the Ann Arbor Art Center for a free magnet-making workshop on Black Friday.

ANN ARBOR, MI - Getting home for the Thanksgiving holiday most years can be quite a challenge for University of Michigan’s international students. Traveling restrictions due to COVID-19 makes it even harder, meaning hundreds of people will be staying in Ann Arbor for the holiday.

Here is the weather forecast for Metro Detroit.

Mark your calendar for four artist markets coming to Ann Arbor this season.

Celebrate the holidays at Palio on Sunday.

Which stores are closed and which stores are open for 2021 Thanksgiving Day shopping? Here's an updated list.

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, you’ve likely either made a detailed grocery list, or you’ve thought a lot about what you will serve at the table.

See which city services will be paused during the Thanksgiving holiday.

Local businesses will make sure that well wishes, gift lists and holiday cheer get to the jolly man in red at the Northpole.

TheRide announced it will pause several of its services in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Festival of Trees

Three holiday events planned for Friday, Dec. 3, will bring late-night shopping back to Tree Town.

From big band tunes to a beloved holiday favorite, Hill Auditorium will host two memorable shows during the holidays.

It’s no secret: Traveling by vehicle has gotten pricier this year.

A home invasion in the middle of the night was caught on surveillance cameras last week.

Headlines have focused on teenagers and booster doses - but millions still haven't had a first jab.

PHOENIX — Jrue Holiday seized his chance to give the Milwaukee Bucks the lead in the NBA Finals. Holiday’s steal and alley-oop pass to Giannis Antetounmpo for a dunk sealed a wild Game 5 and gave the Bucks a 123-119 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night. Khris Middleton added 29 points and Holiday had 27 points and 13 assists. The Bucks shot their way out of an early 16-point hole but then won it by making a huge defensive play for the second straight game. Booker had 40 points for the Suns.

The politics of the moment reward a superficial understanding of race and discriminatory systems.

Revealing the unknown Billie Holiday Billie Holiday turned a lifetime of pain into immortal lyrics, with a voice that still haunts decades after her death. Her life is now the subject of a new film, "The United States vs. Billie Holiday," about the government's persecution of the jazz singer. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with singer-songwriter Andra Day (who adapted Holiday's nickname "Lady Day" as her own), and with director Lee Daniels, about the emotional roller-coaster of bringing Holiday's tormented life to the screen.

You can also watch the show on CBS All Access (7-day free trial), FuboTV (7-day free trial) or Hulu + Live (free trial). You can find which channel CBS is on by using the channel finders here: Verizon Fios, AT&T U-verse, Comcast Xfinity, Spectrum/Charter, Optimum/Altice, DIRECTV and Dish. Where can I watch The 22nd Annual A Home for the Holiday if I don’t have cable? You can also access live CBS Sports and live events that CBS broadcasts. You can also watch it on FuboTV (7-day free trial) or on Hulu + Live (free trial).

But at least a little bit of rain tends to fall on Thanksgiving — precipitation ranging from a trace to more than an inch has fallen in more than half of the almost 150 years on record.

Tumbling oil prices and volatility in Chinese markets rattled U.S. stocks. Also, holiday sales weren't as high as expected. Marlie Hall reports on the day's top MoneyWatch headlines.

Russia held a day of mourning today to commemorate the 224 victims who died when an airplane broke apart in midflight over Egypt; today marks the start of the holiday shopping season and the national retail federation predicts that shoppers will spend up to 3.7 percent more than they did last year

Billie Holiday would have turned 100 on Tuesday, prompting recognition from across the music world. Kenny Burrell, who played with Holiday, is among those helping to spread Holiday's legacy to a new generation of musicians. John Blackstone reports.

Where to find last minute holiday deals Time is running out, but there are still some sales and deals to help you finish your holiday shopping. Trae Bodge, Senior Editor at RetailMeNot.com, joined CBSN with tips on how to survive the last-minute shopping madness.

12/19: Obama on Sony Pictures' "mistake"; Holiday sting operation story goes viral The FBI confirmed today that the communist North Korea government was behind the hack attack against Sony Pictures Entertainment. President Obama said today that the U.S. would respond while claiming that Sony made a "mistake" in pulling the film; and, Steve Hartman's story on a Secret Santa's act of kindness in Kansas City, Mo. has become an online sensation. Hartman revisits a story that has touched the hearts of millions.

MoneyWatch: Women's retailers closing; Holiday parties declining Jewelry brand Lia Sophia announced that it is going out of business, and Delia's plans to file for bankruptcy. Also, 88 percent of companies will have a holiday party this year, down from 96 percent in 2013. Lauren Lyster reports on the day's top MoneyWatch headlines.

Falling gas prices may fuel Holiday shopping Retailers are expecting the Holiday shopping season to be more active than last year, as falling gas prices will add an extra $40 billion into Americans' pockets. Jericka Duncan reports.

MoneyWatch: OPEC will not cut production; Holiday shopping season begins OPEC ministers decided not to cut production and they will keep pumping out 30 million barrels of oil a day causing oil prices to plunge to another four-year low. Also, advice on how to get the best deals this Black Friday. Jill Wagner reports on the day's top MoneyWatch headlines.

Too soon for Santa? Holiday deals being offered earlier than ever Summer is not over until next week, but it is already beginning to look a lot like Christmas in retail stores around the country. "Adweek" executive editor Tony Case joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what is behind the early holiday push.