Hundreds of supply-filled backpacks gifted, community came together at back-to-school fair
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — An event Sunday brought help to hundreds of families starting the school year, all because of a team of Grand Rapids businesses and their desire to reach out. The Rocks Trash Service Back-to-School Fair gave out hundreds of backpacks for free, but the event went...
Essential Rules For Drivers Around Stopped School Buses
Stay informed on how to safely share the road with school buses in West Michigan as students head back to school.
Humidity lingers under partly cloudy skies Sunday
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – Humidity will continue as sun becomes more prevalent later in West Michigan Sunday. TODAY A mix of sun and clouds is expected through the day, with a better chance of sun into the later afternoon and evening. Temperatures will dial back to the lower 80s, but humidity will linger with dew...
Local Spins unveils robust fall concerts at SpeakEZ, second ‘Laurel Canyon’ tribute night
Beyond the lineup of diverse Wednesday and Friday shows starring Michigan acts, SpeakEZ Lounge will take over Tommy Pancy’s Sunday jazz jams after Turnstiles closed its doors. View the full schedule. SCROLL DOWN FOR FULL CONCERT SCHEDULE. After a summer of blistering hot live music, it’s almost time to...
Another 90-Degree Day Saturday
The total number of 90-degree days officially recorded in West Michigan has climbed again, after hitting 90-degrees in Grand Rapids yesterday. Stay with the Fox 17 Weather Ready Team.
Grand Rapids celebrates Greek food, dancing at Yassou Festival
GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- Fifteen years ago, Esther Koukios co-founded the Grand Rapids Greek Cultural Festival to strengthen the Greek traditions in its youth. 14 festivals later, the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church is sharing its food, music and dance with over 80,000 attendees over the course of its two-day festival.
First day of school 2025: See when your Grand Rapids area district starts
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – As the days get shorter and West Michigan beachgoers brush off the sand, teachers review lesson plans, organize supplies and decorate classrooms in preparation for the return of students. Monday, Aug. 18 is the first day of school for the 2025-26 academic year for some...
Grand Rapids museum, zoo seeking 10-year renewal of countywide property tax millage
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — The Grand Rapids Public Museum and John Ball Zoo want voters to renew a 10-year, countywide property tax millage to help fund the care of animals and artifacts, repair and improvement of exhibits, and enhance educational programs. The tax, whose revenue is split between the...
Two U.S. Joggers Have Died In ‘Horrific’ Running Accidents
Two U.S. joggers have died in horrific running accidents in recent weeks. Summer months are incredibly active months for many. While running in the middle of the day is typically not fun, due to the extreme heat, it's typically still cool enough to go for a jog in the morning or in the evening. ...
Police: 10-year-old hit by car in Kentwood
A 10-year-old is in the hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a car on Sunday in Kentwood, police say.
