Area Oil Painter Named Winner of 2014 MI Great Artist Online Competition

Artists from Rochester Hills, Troy, St. Clair Shores and Warren were also honored.

Filmed in Michigan, 'Beside Still Waters' Shows Wednesday: Watch the Trailer

Actor Chris Lowell is bringing his indie film about a friends reunion back to Michigan, where it qualified for $80,000 in film tax credits.

Your Chance to Be on 'Amazing Race' Starts Wednesday

CBS 62 is holding an open casting call in Troy Wednesday for the popular adventure show.

Thrillist Finds the Best Pizza in Michigan

The best pizza in Michigan, and arguably some of the best slices in America, may be just around the corner.

Oakland Youth Orchestra Honors Founders at 40th Season Opener

More than 350 southeast Michigan youths, ages 7-18, are involved in the orchestra, which opens its 40th season with a Nov. 6 concert.

Chefs with Michigan Ties Still Alive on Bravo's 'Top Chef'

Dearborn native Mei Lin won the elimination challenge, and James Rigato of Howell also remained in the game.

Flutist Unfazed By Butterfly Kiss Has Michigan Ties: Watch

Yukie Ota won the world’s heart during unflinching competitive performance with a butterfly perched on her forehead. The video went viral.

Think You Missed the MI Great Artist Deadline? Think Again

Because of a bottleneck in the application process, the deadline has been extended to Oct. 10.

Detroit Revs Batman's Motor

Ben Affleck gets sentimental about Detroit, where he has been filming Warner Bros. “Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice” superhero showdown.

Rocker Bob Seger to Play Michigan: When, Where and How to Buy Tickets

First leg of national tour includes two Michigan dates; metro Detroit show may be added.

'Preachers of Detroit' Reality Series Shows Pastors' Lives Away from the Pulpit

Oxygen’s “Preachers of L.A.” starring Detroit-born evangelist Deitrick Haddon is developing a Motor City franchise.

Batman (or Was it Bruce Wayne?) Gambles Big at Detroit Casino

Actor Ben Affleck caught on camera last week with $30K worth of chips at MotorCity Casino.

Novi is 'Sew' the Place to Be Sept. 26-28

The 21st annual American Sewing Expo is the largest independent consumer sewing show in the country.

'Holy Hollywood, Batman': Extras Cast for 'Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice'

For now, only background extras are needed for the Zack Snyder-directed movie, which is being filed in the Detroit area.

Irish Eyes Will Smile, and Your Bum Will Be Happy, Too

The Michigan Irish Music Festival organizers wanted revelers to linger a little longer. So they’ve spruced up the portable toilets.

CBS Saturday Morning Show Features a Familiar Location and a Story that Metro Detroit Wrote

New half-hour series celebrates the American spirit of ingenuity, encourages young people to use their imagination and pursue STEM careers.

Kate Upton, Detroit Tigers Boyfriend Exposed in Nude Selfie Hacking

A nude bathroom mirror selfie of the Sports Illustrated model and Major League Baseball’s Justin Verlander went viral over the weekend.

Laugh: Teen and Sassy Grandma Take Cyberspace By Storm With Viral Videos

Kevin Droniak and his Grandma Lill are an unlikely comedy duo, but their YouTube channel is spreading like wildfire.

GMA Meteorologist: Call Me 'Ugly,' But Don't Call Me 'Weather Girl'

‘Good Morning America’ meteorologist and Michigan native Ginger Zee got the last word after cyberbully called her an “ugly weather girl."

What's on Your Labor Day 2014 Ticket? 9 Sure Bets

Arts, Beats & Eats or Michigan Peach Festival promise tasty fun; check world's largest free jazz festival or Michigan Mute indie music fest.

Space Limited, Reservations Required: Buy Tickets Now for Oakland Uncorked

A portion of proceeds will benefit Clarkston SCAMP, a five-week summer day camp for children and young adults with special needs.

#CivilRights50: 50 Years of 'Dancing in the Street'

The Motown pop hit debuted on airwaves almost exactly 50 years ago, and Martha Reeves is embarking on a world tour to commemorate it.

Novel by Southeast Michigan Native Gets Strong Reviews

Former Detroit Free Press entertainment writer to sign “Dark Lady of Hollywood” copies in West Bloomfield, support Roeper Scholarship Fund.

Bank of America's Museums on Us August 2-3

Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders can enjoy National Museum Month with free admission this weekend.

'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes': Trailer + Review

Cinema Siren says: Spectacular Simians should make Dawn the brightest of summer blockbusters.

'How to Train Your Dragon 2': Review and Director Interview

Cinema Siren gives it 5 stars, saying it's fierier than the first, with twice the dragons.

Update: Did Olympians Charlie White and Meryl Davis Survive to Dance Another Night on DWTS?

Ricky Martin is the guest judge for Monday’s installment of ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars.”

Did Olympic Ice Dancer Meryl Davis Find Redemption with Sultry Tango on ‘DWTS’?

Did Charlie White improve his hip action enough to score well with the judges?

Disney's Bears: Funny, Fascinating and Rated G

"Bears," in theaters April 18, combines beautiful footage with a style and story accessible to children, making it a success for the whole family.

'Heaven is for Real' in Theaters Now

Get ready to see the real-life story about a boy who says he went to Heaven. Sponsored by Sony.

'Rio 2' TRAILER/REVIEW: This Superior Sequel Soars

'Rio 2' opens in movie theaters this weekend.

Olympic Ice Dancer Meryl Davis Owns the Night on Week 4 of 'DWTS'

Her partner on the ice, Charlie White, turned in a "terrific performance," but judges shave off points because "it was not a Rumba."

TRAILER + REVIEW: 'Captain America' Oh Beautiful!

Film debuts in theaters this weekend; rated PG-13.

Which of Michigan’s Olympic Ice Dancers Scored 1 Point Shy of Perfect on ‘DWTS’?

Meryl Davis was ‘sweet and delicious’ and Charlie White was ‘steamin’ and beamin’ “ on Week 3 of “Dancing with the Stars.”

'Bad Words' Offers 'Cinematic Catharsis,' Plus an Interview with Jason Bateman

Leslie Combemale aka Cinema Siren gives the film 3 out of 5 stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: In 'Noah,' Aronofsky Builds a Vessel of Fearless Filmmaking

Leslie Combemale aka Cinema Siren gives the film 3.5 out of 5 stars.

Did Olympic Gold Medalists Meryl Davis and Charlie White Survive Week 2 of ‘DWTS’?

Davis’s “swing had wings” and White was so “bad” he was terrific in Week 2 of “Dancing with the Stars.”

VIDEOS + REVIEW: 'Muppets Most Wanted' Is Furry Fun

The Muppets are back! Cinema Siren gives the film 3.5 out of 5 stars.

How Did Olympians Meryl Davis and Charlie White Fare in Week 1 of ‘DWTS’?

Meryl Davis and Charlie White worked together to win gold in the ice dancing competition at the Sochi 2014 Olympics. Now they're competing against each other on ABC's "Dancing with the Stars."

TRAILER + REVIEW: Wes Anderson's 'The Grand Budapest Hotel'

Cinema Siren gives the film five stars.