Your weekend plans include the potential for heavy rainfall
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — It's only rained five times in the month of July. The heaviest rainfall transpired more than three weeks ago. Parts of Ionia, Montcalm, Mecosta, Newayo, and Kent counties are pre-drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. Simply, we could use some rain. Showers develop this evening...
Sparta police ask for public’s help in indecency investigation
The Sparta Police Department says it's searching for a man accused of approaching a child on Saturday, July 25. People with information about the encounter are asked to contact authorities.
Hello, Grand Rapids: Trying to understand the unspeakable
GRAND RAPIDS, MI - I wish there was something incredibly joyful that dominated the news this week that I could share as we head into the weekend. But the news that has stayed with me and others this week is our coverage of a family – two adults and six children, ages 5 to 15 – being found dead in a Grand Haven Township
Police: Crews respond after man last seen swimming in Grand River
Authorities are searching the Grand River after a man last seen swimming near Johnson Park failed to resurface, state police say.
Free supplies, haircuts, more at back-to-school events in West Michigan
Most West Michigan students are returning to school in August and there are drives and giveaways scheduled to help families prepare.
3 charged with murder after shooting south of Grand Rapids
Three people have been charged with murder after a man was found shot dead following a crash south of Grand Rapids Monday.
Viral ‘dirty soda’ comes to RiverTown Crossings mall
A mobile bar that serves "dirty soda" — the viral drink that combines soda, syrup and cream — is opening its first storefront in Grandville.
Dam removal uncovers evidence of Grand Rapids’ original rapids
Crews restoring the Grand River rapids have removed nearly half a dam and uncovered limestone evidence of the original rapids.
Michigan dad loses $5,500 in scam targeting parents with jailed children
A West Michigan dad lost $5,500 to scammers, believing he was securing his son’s release from the Allegan County Jail.
Windy City rock legends Styx, Chicago blow away Acrisure Amphitheater fans
The two Chicago-bred bands made history on Thursday in Grand Rapids, sharing the stage on their co-headlining ‘Windy Cities Tour.’ The review and photo gallery at Local Spins. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTO GALLERY. “Look at these sun-kissed faces out there in Grand Rapids.”. With that exclamation, Styx started...

















