County: HR director who received $40K severance deal had no complaints, discipline on record
OTTAWA COUNTY — More details have been released about a severance agreement worth more than $40,000 between Ottawa County and its human resources director; however, a justification for the deal has not been made clear. The agreement between the county and former HR director Scott Hawkes was approved by...
Forum in West Michigan educates locals on recognizing human trafficking signs
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Being a good neighbor means more than lending a hand — it can also mean saving a life. That's the message human trafficking advocates hope to spread as they work to inform West Michigan residents about how to recognize trafficking and help stop it.
Cartiyae Pascal, stands trial for attempted murder while awaiting murder trial
18-year-old Cartiyae Pascal, who is a suspect in two separate shootings out of Grand Rapids, began to argue his defense today in the first case to reach trial.
After Years of Mystery, This Downtown Grand Rapids Landmark Has a Brand-New Life
It has been sitting quiet on Fulton Street since 2022, but now the wait is over. From fresh handmade tortillas to giant tabletop margarita towers, here's what's moved in.
No charges for officers in deadly shooting of armed Grand Rapids man from May...
The officers involved in the deadly shooting of an armed suspect in Grand Rapids on May 30 will not face charges, the Kent County Prosecutor announced on Tuesday.
Target 8 investigator Ken Kolker retires after decades in journalism
For nearly half a century, Ken Kolker has pursued stories with the conviction that journalism could do more than document events. At its best, he believed, it could change lives.
Atwater Brewery’s Grand Rapids taproom closing
Atwater Brewery's Grand Rapids taproom is expected to close this month.
‘Big Boy’ draws thousands to Fostoria, but traffic leaves many waiting for hours
The world's largest operating steam locomotive, "Big Boy," made a stop in Fostoria as part of its America 250 tour, attracting thousands of visitors for a free, all-day display. Train City U.S.A. welcomed a piece of railroad history today. The world's largest operating steam locomotive, known simply as "Big Boy",...
Fire at Grand Rapids warehouse prompts ‘mass layoff’ of 200 workers
A craft supplies distributor is canceling orders and laying off about 200 workers after a fire broke out at its warehouse in Grand Rapids last month, crippling operations.
GVSU Gets Final Approval for $166M Tech Hub in Grand Rapids
(TNS) — Grand Valley State University can move forward with construction of a $166 million Blue Dot technology hub in downtown Grand Rapids after receiving the state’s sign-off in the 2026-27 budget. The West Michigan university is still developing a construction timeline, but plans are to break ground...
