Grand Rapids MI

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Police identified Damarius Cochran, 26, as the victim of a fatal shooting this weekend at a Grand Rapids motel. A 32-year-old man is jailed on charges of open murder and felony firearm. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Grand Rapids Police Department (GRPD) is asking for the public's help in identifying and locating a person of interest in the June 1 shooting at the CenterPoint Mall parking lot. Local: One shot in Kalamazoo late Tuesday night, police say. The incident occurred at...

In a city where change often comes faster than a drive-thru order, Yesterdog remains a constant, like a glowing time capsule that promises a tasty experience. Since 1976, the iconic Eastown hot dog stand has been more than just a place for a quick Cheddardog—it's a hub of neighborhood character, counterculture charm,...

Grand Rapids’ Chinese food scene has seriously upgraded beyond standard strip mall spots. From authentic regional specialties to Michigan-influenced fusion, here’s where locals are getting their dumpling fix in 2025. 1. Wei Wei Palace. This 28th Street favorite delivers authentic Cantonese cuisine with a focus on...

A DISCONTINUED range of motorcycles with a strong link to Harley-Davidson is set for a revival. Buell, a Harley-owned brand that was discontinued in 2009 when they decided to shut it down as part of a restructuring effort, is back under new ownership. Led by Bill Melvin of Liquid Asset...

Numerous lake-related hazards were in place for more than a hundred miles of Lake Michigan beaches on Wednesday.

A number of Grand Rapids residents who live on Umatilla Street say the city should not name it after Amillier Penn, a teenager fatally shot on the stretch of road more than a year ago.

A relatively new grant program for “emerging” developers has so far deployed nearly $2 million to support more than a dozen projects that could add up to 261 housing units across the city of Grand Rapids. Since October 2023, the city of Grand Rapids’ Emerging Developer Grant Program...

A Wyoming man is charged with a misdemeanor in a crash that killed a bicyclist near downtown Grand Rapids early this year.

Looking for massive thrift stores in Michigan where amazing deals await?. These 8 gigantic secondhand shops offer incredible bargains and unexpected treasures!. 1. The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center (Kentwood) This isn’t your average thrift store (though your grandma would approve). The Salvation Army...