Grand Rapids MI

A few districts are heading back to school this week. They’ll start the new year with a new law in place — restrictions for cell phones. (Aug. 19, 2026)

Living in Grand Rapids means your day doesn’t end when work does. Once 5 o’clock hits, you can enjoy live music, riverfront trails, happy hour menus, art, and Lake Michigan just a short drive away. Here are 5 things to do when your workday ends in GR!. 1....

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GRAND RAPIDS, MI - The Polish Heritage Society of Grand Rapids will host the 48th annual Dozynki Polish Harvest Festival at Calder Plaza in downtown Grand Rapids from Aug. 28-30. The three-day event offers free admission and celebrates Polish culture through music, food and traditional demonstrations. The festival runs

GRAND RAPIDS, MI — The Grand Rapids Downtown Development Authority has approved up to $50,000 to support a storage program for people experiencing homelessness, though one board member argued the program falls outside the authority’s mission and could unintentionally prolong homelessness. The Personal Belongings Storag

A bar and music venue on Grand Rapids' West Side is for sale.

A new Grandville store is offering mobility equipment and repairs to help people regain their freedom and independence — and it was built by someone who knows firsthand what that means.

A mechanic from northern Michigan faces criminal charges for allegedly adding a tracking device to a customer’s car. (Aug.18, 2026)

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Kent County Sheriff Appointment Committee unanimously appointed Undersheriff Bryan Muir to serve as Kent County Sheriff. His appointment will go into effect Oct. 9, 2026, following the retirement of Sheriff Michelle LaJoye-Young. Local: Divided, county officials flip coin to appoint temporary

Throughout summer, new businesses across West Michigan have been opening doors, from sit-down restaurants to takeout eateries, clothing boutiques and vintage warehouses. Check it out. Watusi opened at 1220 College Ave. NE, Grand Rapids (which briefly held Mai’s Thai). This cozy eatery is serving up a limited selection