Only one new traffic light can be funded—Now Grand Rapids residents are fighting for...
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Residents of Grand Rapids' Oakdale neighborhood are continuing their push for safer streets after the Mobile GR Commission voted Wednesday to recommend that the City Commission find funding to install traffic signals at two busy intersections along Kalamazoo Avenue. The discussion centered on the
Packaging company buys Howard Miller manufacturing facility
A West Michigan packaging company is expanding to Zeeland with the purchase of a former Howard Miller site.
Cold start, tornadoes, flooding: Weather headlines so far in 2026
Past the midway point of 2026, the year has already been characterized by extremes in both temperature and precipitation in West Michigan.
Local pantry offers education amid parasite outbreak
With nearly 1,000 people in Michigan sickened by the parasite cyclosporiasis, some organizations West Michigan are working to prevent the spread of the illness through education.
Kent County plans to demolish former hospital for new administration building
Demolition could begin next month on the former Kent Community Hospital, making way for a massive new building that would serve as Kent County's administrative hub.
CRYPTOPSY Announce More Headlining Shows In August
Cryptopsy just wrapped up a North American tour this past May with Decibel Magazine, and now, the band have announced an additional two headlining shows this coming August if you missed out on seeing them this spring. The band dropped the announcement on socials, saying they were "excited to announce a few more dates h
‘Cowardly’ parking lot murder sends gunman to prison
An altercation in a Grand Rapids motel parking lot that ended up with a man being shot in the back has the convicted gunman headed to prison for at least 26 years — the age of the victim.
Casey’s Expansion Could Bring New Stores to Michigan
Casey’s is growing across the Midwest with 400 new stores planned. Could the popular pizza and convenience chain expand in Michigan?
After Nine Years, Grand Rapids Comfort Food and Bourbon Joint is Closing its Doors
Known for its elevated comfort food and massive bourbon selection, a West Side favorite is closing for good. Read the owners' goodbye message and see their final hours.
Dave Matthews Band breaks free on Night 1; Father John Misty cleans up (Reviews,...
Tuesday saw the first of two Dave Matthews Band shows at Acrisure Amphitheater with Father John Misty playing GLC Live at 20 Monroe. The reviews, photos and set lists at Local Spins. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTO GALLERIES. A quiet “Hello” at the microphone was all that signaled the beginning of...

















