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Mom ordered to trial in arson, death of 12-year-old daughter

A Grand Rapids woman has been ordered to stand trial for the murder of her 12-year-old daughter, who died after a house fire that authorities say the mother set.
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Developer prepares first for-sale housing at sprawling Boston Square project

Amplify GR has tapped Habitat for Humanity of Kent County to build 22 affordable townhouses at its massive Boston Square Together project, the first homeownership component of the 9-acre redevelopment on Grand Rapids’ south side. The Grand Rapids-based nonprofit community developer Amplify GR plans to demolish a...
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U.S. 131 in Kent County rebuilt for first time since 1958

GRAND RAPIDS, MI - A stretch of U.S. 131 in Kent County has been rebuilt for the first time in almost 70 years. Crews were scheduled to remove barrels and work zone signs ahead of the extended Thanksgiving weekend, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation. Work on U.S. 131...
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Survey asks for safety input on Indian Mounds Drive

The Kent County Parks Department has opened a public survey to discuss potential safety changes to Indian Mounds Drive.
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New Burmese, Cantonese eatery brings Grand Rapids Downtown Market to full capacity

GRAND RAPIDS, MI - The Grand Rapids Downtown Market recently announced soft opening of Myanmar Meals, a new culinary destination bringing the bold, flavorful tastes of Burmese and Cantonese cuisine to the area. Owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Aye Soe and Min Tun, Myanmar Meals offers a menu inspired...
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Today’s Forecast; More Snow on the way

Another system will produce 1-2" of snow today, with significantly higher snow in portions of Muskegon, Oceana, Ottawa and Newaygo counties. Get the latest forecast from the FOX 17 Weather Ready team.
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Avoid Fines: Snow-Shoveling Rules in West Michigan

West Michigan cities require sidewalks to be cleared after snow, usually within 24 hours. Learn local rules for Grand Rapids, Holland, Muskegon, Jenison, Walker, and more.
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Styx, Chicago coming to Acrisure Amphitheater for legendary performance

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — For one iconic show, legendary rock bands Chicago and Styx will be teaming up at the Acrisure Amphitheater. The Windy Cities tour will feature the bands' biggest hits, from Chicago's "25 or 6 to 4" to Styx's classic "Come Sail Away." “We are excited about...
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Man wielding hatchet arrested after running from police

WYOMING, Mich. — A man wielding multiple edged weapons was arrested after a short chase Monday morning, the Wyoming Police Department says. Officers saw a man carrying a hatchet-like weapon in the area of 36th Street and Buchanan Avenue SW around 9 a.m. When police attempted to speak to...
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10-acre dog park with beach, walking trails now under construction in Kent County

The new multimillion-dollar addition to Wahlfield Park in Alpine Township set to open next spring is likely to get tails wagging.

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