Black Napkin Expanding, Closing For Construction
The Grand Rapids burger spot named Best in Michigan is expanding into the building next door, but that means a temporary closure this August.
Police: Woman assaulted at park in Kentwood Monday
Police are investigating after a woman says she was sexually assaulted at a park in Kentwood Monday evening.
Kent County opens first dog park, expanding recreational options at Wahlfield Park
Kent County Parks Department will celebrate the grand opening of Wahlfield Dog Park, the first park in the county’s system designed specifically for dogs and their owners. The celebration is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, July 24 at the park, 7117 M-37 in the Comstock Park area. The...
Crews douse fire at Mexican restaurant in Grand Rapids
Everyone escaped safely as a fire broke out at a Mexican restaurant in Grand Rapids Tuesday.
Meijer offering more than 50 school supplies for under $1 in a bid to...
"We're committed to making it easy for families to find great value on school supplies, clothing, and everyday groceries in one stop."
This camera-less photo is so large it took a bridge, 100 volunteers, and more...
A group of artists in Michigan took over an entire bridge to create a cyanotype that's about 430 feet long – but the most challenging part may still be ahead
Gas prices aren’t just rising because of the Strait of Hormuz — refinery attacks...
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Six months into the war in Iran, oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz remain at a standstill, and gas prices continue to rise — but a GasBuddy analyst says refinery attacks may be doing even more damage at the pump. Fighting is ongoing,...
Burglary, elevator mishap, and other incidents from GRCC police reports
Editor’s note: Coverage of campus police reports has been delayed due to the Grand Rapids Community College Police Department now requiring The Collegiate to file a Freedom of Information Act request in order to obtain reports. Gate arm damaged in Parking Ramp A. On Thursday June 4 at 7:27...
Great Lakes Edition: Race for the Million Brings Big Money Sprint Car Race to...
(July 21, 2026) — The sprint car racing event lineup for this coming weekend in the state of Michigan has something for everyone. From larger paying races on the dirt and the pavement, two nights of racing with minimal travel, and a great event that celebrates one of the most historically significant races tracks in th
West Michigan dad loses $5,500 in scam targeting parents with jailed children
A West Michigan dad lost $5,500 to scammers, believing he was securing his son’s release from the Allegan County Jail.

















