Another round of heavy snow on the way
Three West Michigan counties are in Mother Nature's bulls-eye for another round of locally heavy snowfall Monday afternoon into Tuesday morning. Stay with the Fox 17 Weather Ready team for updates.
DIGGING OUT: Important safe snow shoveling reminders
Be careful as you dig out from this year's first major snow storm; as clearing the heavy snow can create stress for your heart, back and legs
Hanging with Harry: Revisiting one of Houdini’s stops in Grand Rapids
Like many performers of his day, Houdini would regular perform in public as a way to promote his big shows. So, ahead of his appearance at the Empress Theater, Houdini performed one of his daring escapes while hanging upside down more than 40 feet off of the ground.
Top 4 Michigan High Schools in U.S. Ranking
Does your son or daughter attend one of the best high schools in the United States? 4 of them are located in Michigan, with one in West Michigan.
This converted van is bolstering healthcare for homeless people in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Twice a week, a two-person Catherine’s Health Center team fires up a conversion van outfitted with an exam table, sink and medical supplies, and head out to provide on-the-spot care to Grand Rapids’ homeless population. Their rounds take them to shelters, the library,...
Free rides to Ottawa County food pantries available through Dec. 31
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI - Harbor Transit has announced a new community-focused initiative offering free rides to and from food pantries within its service area. From now through Dec. 31, riders can opt in for no-cost trips to any food pantry within Harbor Transit’s service area by scheduling a ride through the Lakeshore Go...
Wyoming tire shop sees demand spike before winter storm
As people travel this holiday weekend, snow is starting to pile up in West Michigan. Many people used the calm before the storm as an opportunity to make last minute preparations for the winter.
Coopersville mayor retires after nearly 40 years
Ken Bush's nearly four-decade run as Mayor of Coopersville has come to an end, marking the first time since 1987 that his name won't appear on the city's roster of elected officials.
Seeking Inhaler Spacers in Grand Rapids: A Local’s Guide
In the quest to find a local source for an inhaler spacer, a resident of Grand Rapids turned to social media for advice. The individual, who suffers from asthma, expressed a preference for purchasing the device from a local store rather than resorting to online options like Amazon. The responses from the community...
Novice Driver’s First Snowy Journey: Seeking Advice and Safety Tips
A recent social media post has sparked a lively discussion about driving in snowy conditions. The original poster, a new driver, sought advice on how to navigate the roads during winter weather. The post reads, "Be easy on me guys, I just got my license this past April. I've never driven in the snow before, and I...

















