GR naval building sold for $3.1 million to a local company
A Grand Rapids company just bought the city's long-vacant naval building for $3.1 million — well below the original $4.9M asking price.
Tears trigger alert to thwart $385,000 gold scam
When an elderly woman came into Josh VanderWerf’s coin store asking for $385,000 in gold, red flags popped up for the Cedar Springs businessman, who recalled a similar scenario unfolding at a nearby coin store.
Kent County authorities thwart gold scam
A man from New Jersey is under arrested after his attempt to scam an elderly woman out of $385,000. (Aug. 13, 2026)
Police identify man who died after fire in duplex
KENT COUNTY, MI – A 75-year-old man died after a fire Wednesday, Aug. 12, at a duplex in Walker. John Thiel was identified as the victim. Walker firefighters and police responded just before 5 p.m. to a duplex at 2454 Gaynor NW and found heavy smoke billowing. Firefighters entered the residence and found the victim ins
Residents push Grand Rapids to scrutinize its usage of Flock cameras
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Grand Rapids is planning to review its use of automated license plate readers after recent resident concerns have surfaced about government surveillance. The Grand Rapids City Commission on Tuesday, Aug. 11, heard significant pushback from residents over the city’s contract with Flock Safety, a priva
Teen recognized by Michigan Sheriffs’ Association for lifesaving rescue
“Your immediate response, attention to detail and application of CPR saved the life of another.”
‘No warning’: Grandville restaurant’s abrupt closure takes workers by surprise
Employees of The Dungeon Bar & Lounge in Grandville say they were left scrambling when the restaurant closed with no warning.
Boston Square neighbors oppose liquor store expansion plan
Boston Square neighbors are pushing back on a liquor store's plan to expand, citing ongoing concerns about crime and loitering in the area.
1 hospitalized after house fire in Walker
One person was hospitalized after a house fire in Walker, officials say.
20-story apartment tower, 6-floor hotel planned for Monroe North in downtown Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — A major mixed-use development proposed in the Monroe North neighborhood would bring a 20-story apartment tower, a six-story dual-brand hotel and a nine-story parking garage with a rooftop amenity deck to downtown Grand Rapids. Attorney Jared Belka of Warner Norcross + Judd, who frequently represents.
