New Grand Rapids day center offers warmth to city’s homeless population
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A new center in Grand Rapids is providing people experiencing homelessness a place to go during the day when they have to leave overnight shelters. The new community service center located in Westminster Presbyterian Church has been serving clients since opening its doors earlier this month....
Community Reacts Humorously To Armed Robber’s Disguise
In a surprising twist, social media is buzzing with jokes about a suspect who chose a rather questionable disguise during a recent armed robbery.
Sharon Hammack’s family reacts to Garry Artman’s guilty verdict
Hammack is the only women whose rape and murder Artman was convicted of before he died. (Nov. 20, 2025)
WATCH: A tour of the former Kent Community Hospital in Grand Rapids
A former hospital in Grand Rapids is set to be demolished as part of Kent County's plan to relocate its administrative offices. FOX 17 toured the facility on Wednesday, dark and in its final days.
Man sentenced for stealing walnut trees in Kent County
A man who stole black walnut trees in Kent County is on the hook for restitution.
MI Grand Rapids’s Most Loveable Puppies Eagerly Awaits Forever Homes Today!
Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of grand rapids..
Falkor Lookalike Dog Up For Adoption In Grand Rapids
Fluffy dog in Grand Rapids looks like Falkor the Luckdragon from the NeverEnding Story. Friendly, goofy, and ready for adoption at Kent County Animal Shelter.
Grand Rapids Honors Local African American Leaders with 2026 GIANT Awards for Community Impact
The 2026 GIANT Awards in Grand Rapids recognized African American leaders for their contributions to the community. The awards, established in 1983 by Dr. Patricia Pulliam and Cedric Ward, honor individuals who have advanced justice, equity, and progress in the city. Each of the 12 awards is named after a local...
Court records: Man charged with killing dog also stabbed grandmother
A man accused of attacking an Ottawa County homeowner with a knife and killing the man’s dog is also wanted in Grand Rapids for stabbing his grandmother in early November, court records show.
Where Do People in Their Late 20s Spend Their Friday Nights?
A 28-year-old individual, who moved to a new city a few years ago, is seeking advice on where to socialize on Friday nights. They are interested in finding places where they can meet and interact with people of similar age. The individual is open to various social activities, from dancing to having a relaxed, chill...
