Your West Michigan Lawn Looks Dead, Here’s How to (Sort of) Save It
If you’ve looked out the window lately and noticed your grass is more “crispy beige” than “lush green,” you’re not alone. From Holland to Grand Rapids, it feels like every summer storm lately has either fizzled out or completely skipped us, leaving yards dry, dusty, and struggling. According to the Michigan Drought...
Police: Man fatally shot girlfriend before taking his own life
An investigation by the Kent County Sheriff's Office determined the situation started as a domestic argument between a man and his girlfriend.
Deputies: 4-year-old drowns at Long Lake Park
A 4-year-old drowned on Friday at Long Lake Park in Sparta, according to the Kent County Sheriff's Office.
Today’s Forecast: More showers & storms
Humid air remains in place through the weekend as the front stalls around West Michigan. Showers and storms are expected Saturday. Get the latest forecast from the FOX 17 Weather Ready team.
Local leaders fight against gun violence at ’emergency’ meeting
City leaders, activists, and law enforcement joined together Friday for a community meeting to tackle crime in the city.
Why Michiganders Are Hanging Detergent Bottles on Fences
Drivers in Northern Michigan may spot detergent bottles on fence posts. It turns out, there are several practical and quirky reasons behind this odd trend. Years ago, bottles on fence posts often signaled milk deliveries. Milk delivery declined in the 1970s as store-bought options became more common. I have seen...
MLK Park Pool closed this weekend for maintenance
The MLK Park Pool in Grand Rapids will be closed through Sunday due to the "main circulation pump being inoperable," the city's parks and recreation department said on social media.
Two Dark Sky Parks Surprisingly Close To Grand Rapids
As sad as I am to say, I am not an astronomer. I did pass an astronomy class in college, if that counts for anything. But ultimately, like most people, I just really like looking at the stars. I grew up in the country, and we'd spend nights around the bonfire finding different constellations and watching for shooting...
One dead after being thrown from vehicle in Ottawa County crash, sheriff says
ZEELAND TOWNSHIP, Mich. — One person is dead following a crash in Zeeland Township Friday evening, according to the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office. The crash, which involved two vehicles, happened on 88th Avenue near Ransom Street around 7:30 p.m., deputies said. One person was ejected from their vehicle before...
Downtown Grand Rapids set for more residential units as Fifth Third Bank project continues
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Fifth Third Bank building, located at 130 Lyon Street NW, will be a first-of-its-kind office-to-apartment renovation in downtown Grand Rapids, CWD Real Estate says. "Office demand has changed in the past four years, and clearly residential demand has surged," says Sam Cummings, managing...
