18-year-old in custody after body found behind apartments near Grand Rapids
An 18-year-old is expected to face charges after a man was found dead near an apartment complex north of Grand Rapids, deputies say.
Michigan’s Sweet and Tart Secret: Sours and Ciders You’ll Love
If Michigan’s beer scene is known for anything, it’s big, bold craft brews. With Grand Rapids proudly wearing the title of Beer City USA, it’s no surprise that hop-forward IPAs and barrel-aged stouts often steal the spotlight. But if you’re someone who leans more fruity than hoppy,...
West Michigan butchers face tough choices as beef prices soar
Matt Smith has put off raising beef prices at Louise Earl Butcher for more than a year, but with costs up 25% and showing no signs of slowing down, he’s being forced to take action for the survival of the business. The artisan whole animal butcher shop, located at...
AUDIO: “No Kings” protests draw thousands around west Michigan
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Thousands of people showed up for several “No Kings” protests around west Michigan Saturday. Two were held in Grand Rapids, where 50501 volunteer Ramona says it had been being planned for several weeks. Another protest was in Kalamazoo, bringing people along Drake...
$1.8M investment to Calder Plaza meant to modernize site
Changes are coming to Calder Plaza in downtown Grand Rapids.
2 hurt in Spring Lake Township crash
Two people who were riding a motorcycle were hospitalized following a crash in Spring Lake Township Saturday.
Driver in serious condition after rolling ATV multiple times
On Saturday, June 14, at approximately 10:55 p.m., emergency personnel were dispatched to a four-wheeler crash on 19 Mile Road near 20th Avenue in Barryton. According to the investigation, the driver, a 46-year-old woman from Grand Rapids, and the passenger, a 32-year-old man from Wyoming, were traveling westbound on...
2 hospitalized after 4-wheeler crash in Mecosta County
Two people from the Grand Rapids area were taken to hospitals after a four-wheeler rollover crash in Mecosta County.
Heading in to this week, the heat turns up across West Michigan!
Some of West Michigan has the chance to make a run at 90 degrees this week, for the first time this year.
Be an extra in musical video filmed at Sullivan Field
If you love to dance, sing and play an instrument or just love to spend time with the community, you're invited to be a part of a video that is being shot at Sullivan Field on Saturday.