Wildfire Smoke Pushes AQI Above 250 Across Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula With Unhealthy Air Spreading...
MICHIGAN — Air quality readings across Michigan spiked back into the unhealthy to very unhealthy range Saturday morning following a wind shift Friday evening. As of 8:30 a.m. EDT, the Keweenaw Peninsula recorded an AQI reading of 251, the highest concentration of smoke currently affecting the state. Hazy skies...
Charles Belknap: Grand Rapids’ jack of all trades
Charles Belknap held a lot of titles in his 82 years, all of which helped him shape the young city of Grand Rapids.
1 injured, 1 in custody after shooting on northeast side: GRPD
Police say they have a suspect in custody after a man was shot near Ann Street NE and Center Avenue NE on Grand Rapids' northeast side early Sunday morning.
Upheaval Festival’s smokin’ hot metal shrugs off weird weather … except for Poppy
Sets by Gojira, Magnolia Park and Izzy Reign highlighted a steamy, smoky opening day of the Grand Rapids festival — conditions that made Poppy a no-show and created other glitches. Recap, photos. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOS, VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS, DAY 2 SCHEDULE. When band members for industrial alt-metal/electronic artist Poppy
Sarah McLachlan builds mystery amid haze, sets ‘World on Fire’ in GR amphitheater debut
Amid sultry, smoky weather, the acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter charmed Grand Rapids fans with a set melding hits with lesser-known classics. The review and photos. Sarah McLachlan embraced the moment and adhered to the ever-popular credo, “the show must go on.”. And when the smoke had cleared, those in attendance
New shuttle to offer free rides along Michigan Street in Grand Rapids
Beginning July 24, the Michigan Street Corridor Improvement Authority will introduce its new, free pilot shuttle service between Michigan Street and downtown Grand Rapids.
Weekend Events to enjoy with family & friends
This weekend, West Michigan is host to several activities offering fun for friends and the whole family!
This Michigan Spot Looks Low-Key But The Prime Rib Tells A Different Story
Driving past, you would not give it a second glance. The building looks like it could house a chain restaurant, a doctor office, or nothing at all. The sign is simple. The parking lot is half full at best. But locals have been sliding into those booths for decades, ordering...
Easing smoke with possible rain shower Friday
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Air quality is forecast to improve Friday as warm temperatures remain and a scattered shower chance develops. TODAY Hazardous air quality conditions early Friday should greatly improve into the afternoon and especially the evening as winds shift southwesterly. A few pop-up showers and storm
Two from Colombia extradited, face federal drug trafficking charges in West Michigan
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Two Colombian nationals are facing charges after being accused of conspiring to move large amounts of cocaine into the United States, according to the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan Timothy VerHey. According to an indictment, from November 2024 through June 24, 2025,...

















