Amid decline in cash use, Consumers Energy axes more in-person payment offices
As the number of people who pay bills in person continues to drop, echoing a wider decline in the use of cash, Consumers Energy is closing its remaining in-person payment offices in West Michigan.
Lakeshore, Region Under Heat Warning
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 30, 2026) – It only took nine days on the calendar before the feel of the proverbial dog days of summer arrived along the Lakeshore. The National Weather Service office in Grand Rapids has placed an Extreme Heat Warning for Allegan and Ottawa counties through 8 PM on Thursday. This is due
Part Gator, Turtle & Hippo: The Stearns Bayou Water Monster, Grand Haven
Probably a hoax, but this creature was even reported in the Grand Haven Tribune back in 1909. Here's what happened, as according to "witnesses"...
West Michigan heat wave: Tips to keep your AC costs low
A West Michigan AC technician shares tips to keep your unit running efficiently and save money during the summer heat wave.
Districts grapple with falling student counts, other funding issues
All districts — As a statewide trend of enrollment decline impacts local districts, school leaders say balancing next school year’s budget hinges on student numbers. Grand Rapids Public Schools is “continuing to face financial struggles,” due in large part to declining enrollment, said Rhonda Kribs, the district’s chie
Decades later, Sparta native’s Purple Heart finds permanent home
What started as a surprising discovery inside an American flag disposal bin has led to the preservation of one West Michigan soldier’s story more than 80 years after his death.
Rockford murder suspect’s dashcam video documented deadly night
Dashcam video released by Rockford Department of Public Safety documented the night last December that a domestic triangle turned deadly.
MDOT announces roadwork changes for July 4 weekend
The Michigan Department of Transportation is suspending work and lifting travel restrictions across much of the state ahead of the July Fourth holiday as millions of Michiganders prepare to hit the roads.
Briggs Park Pool closed on July 4, others open
While most of Grand Rapids' public pools and splash pads will welcome visitors Saturday, Briggs Park Pool will be closed.
Street takeovers block I-196, Grand Rapids intersection over weekend
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Police arrested one man while responding to two street takeovers over the weekend. Grand Rapids police responded to takeovers on I-196 and the intersection of Stocking Avenue NE and Third Street. Others may have occurred before police could reach the scene. The incidents happened late...
