West Michigan Food Banks Face Uncertainty Amid Federal Funding Cuts

Grand Rapids, Mich. — Local food banks and schools across West Michigan…

Former Rockford Preschool Bookkeeper Sentenced for Embezzling Over $200,000

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A former bookkeeper at a Rockford church’s preschool…

Michigan Secures Funding for Railroad Crossing Elimination on M-85 in Wayne County

Grand Rapids, MI - Michigan has secured significant funding to eliminate a railroad crossing on M-85 (Fort Street) in Wayne…

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Federal Lawsuit Moves Forward After International Students’ SEVIS Records Were Improperly Removed

Kalamazoo, Mich. — The status of six international students at Western Michigan University (WMU) has been restored in the Student and…

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Grand Rapids Community Expands Support for Homeless Amid Winter Weather

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — As winter temperatures continue to drop…

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81-Year-Old Man Dies After Falling Through Thin Ice on Spruce Lake

MAPLE VALLEY TOWNSHIP, Mich. — An 81-year-old man from Coral,…

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Gov. Whitmer Urges Michigan Lawmakers to Preserve Tipped Wage System Amid Ongoing Negotiations

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Governor Gretchen Whitmer is calling on…

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Chinese Scientist and Associate Charged with Smuggling Toxic Fungus into U.S.

Grand Rapids, MI  — Federal authorities have charged two Chinese…

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Three Arrested in Branch County After Stolen Vehicle Located in Coldwater

COLDWATER, Mich. — Three individuals were taken into custody in…

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Grand Rapids Man Sentenced to 16 Years in Prison for Fentanyl Distribution

Grand Rapids, MI - A Grand Rapids man has been sentenced to 16 years in…

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18-Year-Old Charged with Murder Following Fatal Shooting in Byron Township

Grand Rapids, Mich. — An 18-year-old man has been charged with the murder of 36-year-old…

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Vehicle Crashes into Wyoming Apartment Complex, Two Injured

WYOMING, Mich. — Two individuals were injured early Saturday morning…

Woman Killed, Three Others Injured in Head-On Collision South of Ionia

Orange Township, MI – A tragic crash on Wednesday evening…

Firefighter Injured Battling Blaze at Grand Rapids Hair Salon

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A firefighter was injured while battling…

Motorcyclist and Driver Hospitalized After Rear-End Collision in Allendale

ALLENDALE, Mich. — Two people were hospitalized Thursday evening following…

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Kalamazoo Police Arrest One Juvenile in Connection with Car Thefts Near College Campuses

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — One juvenile was arrested late Wednesday night after a series of car break-ins involving a group of…

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Grand Rapids Sees Significant Growth in Transportation Options, Reports Mobile GR Commission

Grand Rapids, Mich. — The Mobile GR Commission released new data this week, shedding light…

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East Grand Rapids Residents Prepare for Key Gaslight Village Redevelopment Meeting

EAST GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The future of Gaslight Village in East Grand Rapids will…

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Kalamazoo Man Sentenced to Life Without Parole for Murder in Walmart Parking Lot

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A Kalamazoo man has been sentenced to life without parole for the…

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Walker to Begin Major Fruit Ridge Avenue Bridge Expansion This Spring

WALKER, Mich. — The long-awaited expansion of the Fruit Ridge Avenue Bridge is set to begin this spring, marking the final phase of a yearslong effort to improve the corridor in northwest Walker. The project, a joint venture between the…

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Dangerous Ice Conditions Persist in West Michigan as Spring Arrives

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — West Michigan is finally getting its first taste of spring this…

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Man Facing Multiple Felony Charges After Gun Incident Leaves Teen Injured

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – A 39-year-old man is facing a series of felony charges, including…

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YWCA West Central Michigan Appoints New CEO

Grand Rapids, Mich. — The YWCA West Central Michigan has named Deb O'Leary as its…

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Walker Residents Embrace Upcoming Infrastructure Upgrades on Fruit Ridge Avenue

WALKER, Mich. — The city of Walker is preparing for a major overhaul of its…

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Michigan’s New Red Flag Law Leads to Nearly 300 No-Gun Orders in 2024

Grand Rapids, MI — Nearly 300 individuals in Michigan were barred from possessing firearms in…

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South Haven Appoints Third Interim Police Chief of 2025

South Haven, Mich. — For the third time this year, South Haven has appointed an…

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Grand Rapids Town Hall Draws Over 1,000 Attendees to Discuss Critical Issues with Rep. Hillary Scholten

Grand Rapids, Mich. – A packed auditorium at Grand Rapids Christian High School served as…

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Kalamazoo Nonprofit Faces Major Setback After HVAC Unit Stolen

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Michigan is grappling with a significant…

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