Warning of domestic violence surge, advocates seek state dollars
Advocates and criminal justice leaders say domestic violence cases are on the rise, outpacing statistics from this time a year ago. They say it comes after federal cuts to funds that support programming for those escaping violence.
Kobold’s Kitchen holding soft opening in Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids’ Creston neighborhood is ready to welcome a new board game café in the former Fat Boy building. (June 3, 2026)
30 firefighters put out fire at Plainfield Township recycling center
Multiple fire departments responded to a fire in a recycling center off of 10 Mile Road in Plainfield Township Tuesday evening.
Man sentenced for high-speed chase, barricading in Belmont retirement community in October
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The man who led authorities on a high-speed chase and barricaded himself in a Belmont retirement community back in October learned his sentence for the crimes this week. Cody Skaggs was sentenced Monday to up to 30 years in prison for charges of breaking and...
Canoe falls from van, causes serious motorcycle crash in Walker
Police say an unusual chain of events led to a serious motorcycle crash in Walker Tuesday afternoon.
This Cozy Michigan Spot Serves Unforgettable Comfort Food
Strolling down the sleepy Sunday streets in the Swan neighborhood of Grand Rapids, I trust my senses to guide me towards the comfort food in Michigan I'm yearning for. I can't pick up the yeasty scent of freshly baked bread or the sizzle of bacon on the griddle. But I do see a window box […]
Gotion sues tiny Michigan township to recoup costs from failed EV battery deal
Gotion Inc. is asking a judge to award financial damages after its conflict with Green Charter Township over a planned EV battery factory. The community near Big Rapids rescinded a development agreement, and two years later, the state eliminated incentives. Now the company says it’s owed for its time and...
PETA asks Grand Rapids police to replace K-9s with robots after stabbing
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Animal rights group PETA is asking the Grand Rapids Police Department to replace its police dogs with technology after a K-9 was stabbed on duty on Saturday, May 30. The K-9, Digo, suffered a stab wound to the head while trying to apprehend a man...
Motorcyclist hospitalized after striking canoe that had fallen off car
WALKER, Mich. — The Walker Police Department posted to Facebook Tuesday afternoon advising people to avoid the area of Wilson and Hall streets due to a crash. They said around 3:30 p.m. there was a crash at the intersection involving a motorcycle. Walker Police told our crew at the scene, the crash was caused by a cano
Mitten Makers Market opens new location in Grandville
Mitten Makers Market supports local makers and unique finds through their boutique marketplace in downtown Grandville. The store has opened to a new location, located at 3901 Chicago Dr SW, following the business' growth in recent years. Customers can shop handmade goods, gifts, apparel items, home decor, and more from
