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Dense fog, freezing rain to impact Tuesday morning commute

MICHIGAN, USA — A messy weather pattern will develop into Tuesday morning. As warm, moist air (for this time of year) moves over a cold snowpack, advection fog will likely develop areawide. For some, it will be pretty dense, reducing visibilities below 1/4 mile at times. Most of West...
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What’s New in 2026 for Grand Rapids’ World of Winter Festival

World of Winter is returning to downtown Grand Rapids with art installations, Noodle Fest, silent disco, music, and more starting January 9.
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Immersive 2026 Lunar New Year events planned at Grand Rapids library branches

GRAND RAPIDS - The Grand Rapids Public Library (GRPL) invites the community to celebrate the Lunar New Year with a series of events for all ages. On Feb. 14, the programs will honor traditions from China, Korea, Vietnam and other Asian cultures. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at three...
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Kent County Toys for Tots program searching for new warehouse space

KENT COUNTY, Mich. — The Kent County Toys for Tots program is once again in need of a home. They’ve been fortunate the past two years to have donated warehouse space from Amway, but the company needs to reclaim the area. Coordinator Liz Gromko says the program needs...
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Free home radon testing kits available from the Kent County Health Department

January is Radon Action Month and the Kent County Health Department is once again offering Kent County neighbors the chance to test their homes for the deadly gas for free this month.
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Today’s Forecast; Moderating Trend Begins; Few icy spots

Most of the day will be dry and not as cold. Get the latest forecast from the FOX 17 Weather Ready team.
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A recent study suggests there could be a link to melatonin use and heart...

A recent study suggests there could be a link to melatonin use and heart failure. We talk to Dr James Grant, VP, CMO BCBS of Michigan about the study, its limitations, what this means for everyday people. For a weekly dose of news right to your inbox, sign up for...
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3 things to know about Grand Rapids parking as new venues to draw crowds...

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Some Grand Rapids residents are worried the city doesn’t have enough parking to support major new projects under construction that are expected to drive thousands of new visitors downtown. The new riverfront Acrisure Amphitheater, already lining up internationally known acts for 2026, will have...
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Grand Rapids’ long-delayed Grand River rapids restoration could begin in 2026

A long-planned project to restore the rapids in the Grand River could finally get underway in Grand Rapids in the coming year. The project has been in the works for more than a decade, and it’s been split into two parts. The city of Grand Rapids says construction on...
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Gov. Whitmer orders flags lowered to honor Hamilton Fire Department Chief David Haverdink

LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer ordered the United States and Michigan flags to be lowered in honor of Hamilton Fire Department Chief David Haverdink after he died from injuries sustained while on the job. Haverdink was hit by a car while working a medical incident on M-40...

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