Why The Cherie Inn Is A Beloved Grand Rapids Landmark
With each bite of their famous eggs Benedict, you might just taste a piece of history.
Figure skater Max Naumov honors parents in Olympic quest
Figure skater Max Naumov told News 8 his inspiration comes from his late parents, who died in a plane crash this year.
Michigan music festival returns to Grand Rapids venue
On Jan. 10, visitors to Grand Rapids music venue The Intersection can attend the Winter Wheat Music Festival, a Michigan music showcase featuring 10 live performances and an open community jam session.
Pet Adoption Tuesday: Meet Luke!
This week for Pet Adoption Tuesday we meet Luke, who is available for adoption from the Humane Society of West Michigan.
Local News Captures Orwellian Moment Venezuela Protester Arrested Mid-Interview For ‘Obstructing Roadway’
Police in Grand Rapids, Michigan, arrested a woman mid-interview with ABC affiliate WZZM, after she participated in a protest in response to the U.S. attack in Venezuela. The jarring, Orwellian clip proceeded to go viral Monday. In it, a protester identified as Jessica Plichta speaks with an off-camera interviewer...
Man faces murder trial in woman’s Christmas Eve traffic death, but was he driving?
WYOMING, MI -- The attorney for a man accused of murder in a woman’s Dec. 24, 2023 U.S. 131 traffic death is casting doubt on whether he was driving. Fernando Ocampo Aguilar, 28, is charged with second-degree murder and other felonies after a 2012 Cadillac sedan crashed and rolled about 3 a.m. on southbound U.S. 131...
Which ‘Alaska’ Came First: The State or the Michigan Town?
Michigan has a smattering of towns that share the same name as a state. In the case of Alaska, which came first - the state or the village? Find out here...
West Michigan Home with Carpet Everywhere Shocks HGTV Viewers
A Michigan home on HGTV’s “Ugliest House in America” stunned viewers with carpet on walls and ceiling and its unique riverside history.
‘Listen to Venezuelans,’ West Michigan group says
A group of Venezuelans in West Michigan has a message for people in the U.S.: Listen to Venezuelans.
Police: 1 arrested after foot chase in Grand Rapids
A person was arrested after a foot chase with police in Grand Rapids early Tuesday morning, police say.

















