13 ON YOUR SIDE names Ashley Talley as News Director
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — 13 ON YOUR SIDE has named Ashley Talley as News Director. She graduated from Brown University and brings nearly two decades of experience managing breaking news, developing talent and leading teams through change. She's served in an interim capacity in Grand Rapids since October and...
Downtown Grand Rapids community garden to return in 2026
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — A community garden near the Las Canchas futsal courts in downtown Grand Rapids is set to return next year. The Grand Rapids Downtown Development Authority approved $38,925 to hire Jade Rabbit, a Grand Rapids area organization focused on urban farming and agriculture, to provide programming at the...
Grand Rapids celebrates Kwanzaa with ‘Soul Stroll’ event
A Grand Rapids community kicked off Kwanzaa celebrations Friday evening at the Kwanzaa Soul Stroll on Eastern Avenue SE. This year, Grand Rapids mayor David LaGrand signed a proclamation recognizing the celebration.
6-month road closure planned for Ottawa County neighborhood
PORT SHELDON TWP., MI - The Ottawa County Road Commission began work at the beginning of the month on a project that will require a six-month road closure. On Monday, Dec. 1, Van Buren Street between 160th Avenue and 152nd Avenue in Port Sheldon Township closed for the installation of a city of Wyoming water...
Ottawa County’s warming centers to include new Gateway Mission men’s facility in Holland
HOLLAND — Ottawa County has a number of community spaces designated as warming centers, some of which offer emergency shelter for those in need of an overnight stay. Despite West Michigan being predominantly rural, the majority of Ottawa County’s warming centers are located within urban hubs, such as Holland.
Tonight’s Forecast: Rain moving in Sunday morning
Areas of fog and drizzle will move into West Michigan after midnight, with widespread rain likely Sunday. A winter storm arrives Monday. Get the latest forecast from the FOX 17 Weather Ready team.
Protesters rally at Ford Airport against Avelo Airlines
A group of demonstrators gathered outside the Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids Saturday afternoon to protest Avelo Airlines.
Elf Costume Sparks Holiday Heartache: Michigan Family Ejected from Mall Santa Line
A Cherished Tradition Interrupted (Image Credits: Wgntv.com) Grandville, Michigan – A mother’s attempt to create a magical holiday memory for her son with Down syndrome ended in disappointment when mall security intervened over his festive attire. A Cherished Tradition Interrupted The incident unfolded last week at...
Teen shot in Grand Rapids, police say
A 14-year-old was shot in Grand Rapids Saturday night, according to police.
New Year’s Eve Cooking With Beer: Festive Scotch Ale Polish Sausage & Kraut
Festive foods take on new meaning when made with serious craft beer, especially party-ready Polish sausage and sauerkraut!. This tasty recipe comes from Founders Brewing whose brewery and taproom is nestled in an area of downtown Grand Rapids, just a few steps from a large Polish neighborhood where the kielbasa is...

















