Man who traveled hundreds of miles to burn down Pa. home sentenced
A Michigan man was sentenced to 20 to 40 years in prison after he set a Bensalem home on fire with several people inside in 2025, officials said.
Grant money covering tuition costs for EMT, paramedic students in Michigan to end
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Life EMS Ambulance is celebrating the graduation of 19 Grand Rapids paramedic students Thursday evening. The ceremony comes at a time emergency medical workers are desperately needed statewide. Michigan remains short about 500 EMTs and paramedics, according to the Michigan Association of...
From Deer Donations to Deerskin Gloves, Hunters Help
The DNR's Hunters Feeding Michigan program is already making inroads into efforts to feed needy families through hunters' donations of harvested deer. Recently, the program yielded another deer-related benefit: Early last week, five dozen pairs of insulated deerskin gloves were delivered to the Shelter of Flint (a...
Driver cited after snow was piled so high on top of semi that it...
GRAND HAVEN, Mich. — The Ottawa County Sheriff's Office (OCSO) is reminding everyone of the importance of cleaning off their cars properly after snow was piled up so high on a semi tractor-trailer that it hit a stop light on Thursday. Around 8:30 a.m., a deputy was driving behind...
Expert questions investigators’ findings in deadly 2002 fire
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – An expert witness said investigators relied on outdated fire science when they convicted Karen Boes of first-degree murder in a 2002 house fire that killed her 14-year-old daughter. Boes, 69, was in court Thursday, Feb. 5, seeking a new trial based on newly discovered evidence...
Grand Rapids Police announce charges for suspect in 2023 homicide case
The Grand Rapids Police Department says the suspect in a January 2023 homicide case has been charged for his role in the death of 16-year-old Cahari Walton.
Urgent Winter Weather Advisory Issued for 11 Michigan Counties
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Grand Rapids has issued an urgent Winter Weather Advisory for 11 counties across central, southwest, and west central Michigan, warning residents to prepare for hazardous travel conditions through early Friday afternoon. The advisory, released at 10:34 a.m. EST on Thursday,...
Southern chain Bojangles debuts in Michigan with Wyoming store
A beloved Southern fast-food chain has officially arrived in Michigan, bringing its signature flavors to the Great Lakes State.
Veggie Van boosts fresh produce access for seniors in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The YMCA Veggie Van made a stop at Care Resources in Grand Rapids on Tuesday, bringing fresh fruits and vegetables directly to older adults who might otherwise struggle to access healthy food. The mobile farmers market, which has been operating for over 15 years, visited...
MLK Community Center nears grand opening
MLK Community Center: A 25,000-square-foot facility will officially open March 2, following a Feb. 21 ribbon-cutting ceremony.
