What’s With the Yellow Caps on Coca-Cola Bottles in Michigan?
Whether you call your carbonated drinks soda, pop or Coke, there's no doubt which drink stands above the rest. Admittedly, I'm a bit biased; I drink one or two Coca-Colas per day. But I've never had one with a yellow cap on the bottle. It's quite possible you haven't seen...
One of Michigan’s largest legal aid groups for immigrants lays off more than half...
DETROIT - A Michigan nonprofit that provides legal services to roughly 800 unaccompanied immigrant children in the state, along with helping immigrants navigate deportation proceedings, has laid off more than half of its staff due to federal funding cuts. The group, Michigan Immigrant Rights Center, said it laid off...
Yep, the Largest Bear Ranch in America Is in Michigan
Michigan is packed with hidden gems. We’re talking quiet little beach towns, random lakes you’ve probably never heard of, and scenic spots that are way cooler than people give us credit for. But get this, the biggest bear ranch in the entire country is also right here in Michigan. Seriously.
GRPD investigating 2 separate shootings
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Grand Rapids police are investigating two separate shootings that took place Sunday, leaving two people injured. The first shooting happened in the 900 block of Bates Street SE around 4:30 p.m. Officers responded to reports of gunfire but found no victims at the scene. Later, a 15-year-old boy...
‘Nightmare’ | Rockford parents share story after son, 14, dies by suicide over sextortion
ROCKFORD, Michigan — A "kind-hearted, charismatic" 14-year-old boy from Rockford took his own life in August. His parents say it was because he was being sextorted by one of his peers. Henry grew up in Rockford, where he played soccer and ran track. He loved going to the YMCA...
Ford Presidential Museum’s new exhibit focuses on Vietnam War
A new exhibit opening at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum later this month is focused on the Vietnam War.
Grand Rapids’ Rapids Restoration Project Halted
Grand Rapids White Water (GRWW)'s dream of returning the "rapids" to the Grand River started in 2009 and has seen numerous setbacks over the years. But finally, last year, the project was approved by the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (GLE), finally issued a permit was issued for the project. All...
More Michigan snow on the way, even for southern Michigan
A storm system is going to bring its cold backside of the system through Michigan tonight and Tuesday. The precipitation will be snow at times even as far south as Ann Arbor and Detroit. For most of us in Lower Michigan this isn’t going to be a big snowstorm. However,...
Free food on Tax Day. Where to get deals in Michigan on April 15
As the deadline to file your 2024 taxes approaches on Tuesday, several Michigan restaurant chains are offering deals that may alleviate some of the pain. Shake Shack, Fazoli's, Kona Ice and others are offering promotions on food and desserts in Michigan this week. Here's what to know about Tax Day deals. BJ’s...
Shooting of 15-year-old leads to hourslong standoff in Grand Rapids
Police surrounded a home in Grand Rapids’ Baxter neighborhood for hours Sunday night after they say a 15-year-old was shot earlier in the day.