Cancelled government contract leads to layoffs at Walker plant
Plasan North America laid off 64 of its 140 employees on July 2nd, according to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification submitted to the state. The metal fabrication facility on Wilson Avenue in Walker cited “reduced business/work” and “cancellation of a government contract” as the reason for the layoffs.
ISP trooper arrests kidnapping suspect in Steuben County
(WPTA) - An Indiana State Police (ISP) trooper arrested a kidnapping suspect in Steuben County Saturday. According to the agency, the trooper found the kidnapping suspect and victim at the I-69 rest stop in Steuben County around 1 a.m. after being informed by DeKalb County Dispatch of a 14-year-old who was picked up...
Groovy Weekend Events across West Michigan
FOX 17 takes a look at some of the events happening across West Michigan this weekend, from an educational water festival to music in downtown Grand Rapids.
Tonight’s Forecast: Isolated storms, some strong to severe
Damaging winds will be the primary threat with any overnight storms, with another chance tomorrow. Get the latest forecast from the FOX 17 Weather team.
Weekend Forecast: Warm and humid, sct’d P.M. storms
Partly sunny, warm, and humid today. Scattered strong P.M. storms possible. FOX 17 WEATHER READY ALERT DAY! Get the latest forecast from the FOX 17 Weather team.
Giant butterfly and bee robots coming to John Ball Zoo
Some of nature's smallest creatures will larger-than-life at the John Ball Zoo starting Monday.
Man hit by 2 cars in Grand Rapids, hospitalized
A man is in the hospital after he was hit while crossing the street in Grand Rapids late Friday night.
Acrisure Amphitheater and Amway Stadium to Open With Trusted GR Team
If you’ve ever been to a concert at Van Andel Arena or a performance or conference at DeVos Place, you probably noticed how smoothly things ran. From the friendly staff who are always happy to help you find your seat, to the great food and drink choices. I know if I'm going to a show in either of these spaces, it's...
Pick up free supplies at Meijer wellness event
Meijer is hosting an in-store wellness event Saturday at several stores in West Michigan and giving away free wellness boxes.
Michigan Spot Named One Of America’s Best Seafood Restaurants
Whether you have a taste for a fresh filet of fish, juicy shrimp, or buttery lobster tails, you'll find the most craveable seafood dishes at this Michigan restaurant, named one of America's best seafood spots. Michigan Spot Named One Of America's Best Seafood Restaurants. Lovefood ranked the best spots in...
