CVS opens pharmacy-focused stores in Metro Detroit

Driving the news: The new locations — at 12555 Grand River Ave. in Detroit and 25276 Grand River Ave. in Redford Township — focus on prescriptions and basic health services, with some over-the-counter products.

The big picture: CVS and other pharmacy chains have been downsizing their footprints in recent years, closing hundreds of stores nationwide as they adapt to shifting consumer habits and industry pressures.

Zoom in: CVS has closed nine Michigan stores since January 2025 — including locations in Detroit, Redford, Farmington Hills and Eastpointe — even as it plans to open more than 60 new locations across the U.S., including nearly 20 pharmacy-only stores, spokesperson Amy Thibault tells Axios Detroit.

What's next: The Redford location is hosting a community sidewalk party with product giveaways from 11am-1pm on April 30.