Detroit — The 313 needs backup. Introducing the 679. Detroit, Downriver, the Grosse Pointes and other surrounding Wayne County suburbs soon could be in need of a new telephone area code. All of the ...

If you have been used to dialing only seven digits for a telephone number when making local calls within the Detroit area, it's time to include the 313 area code as part of that process. A new ...

The 313 area code is running low on phone numbers. A new 679 area code may be assigned to new customers starting Nov. 7, after 313 numbers are exhausted. Starting Oct. 7, all local calls within the ...

Metro Detroit residents are now required to dial 10 digits for phone calls. Starting on Oct. 7, all local calls made within the 313 area code must be placed using 10 digits. This includes the area ...

A new area code, 679, is coming for new phone customers in the 313 footprint. This change will require callers to dial ...