Grand Rapids MI

The case of a former Michigan Democratic Party treasurer accused of stealing upwards of $123,000 while acting as a woman’s conservator will now move to circuit court, taking another step toward trial.

A pedestrian was taken to the hospital after they were hit by a car Friday morning in Grand Rapids, police say.

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Grand Rapids, Michigan — Accumulating snow tonight into Friday may create slick roads and reduced visibility across West Michigan. According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, snowfall is...

GRPS is closing City High Middle School and the Center for Economicology for the rest of the week due to flooding. Both programs will be back in session Monday, March 16.

After comedian Nate Bargatze’s 7 p.m. August 1 show in Grand Rapids sold out, a second performance has been added. Fans can now see the “Big Dumb Eyes” tour at 3 p.m. the same day at Van Andel Arena.

OTTAWA COUNTY — Ottawa County is looking to restructure its in-house legal services with the creation of a new employee position that will oversee day-to-day needs. The move comes in the wake of longtime county attorney Doug Van Essen and interim corporation counsel Ron Bultje indicating their intentions to retire by...

WYOMING, Mich. — The Wyoming Police Department is investigating after an eight-month-old infant died Wednesday afternoon. Officers were called to a home on Dunbar Avenue SW near 36th Street around 3:05 p.m. after it was reported that the baby was not breathing, police said. The people in the home started CPR while on...

A clothing boutique with locations across West Michigan is closing its doors.

Each week, the Ottawa County Department of Public Health releases a round-up of recent safety inspections at restaurants, schools and other facilities. Adhering to proper safety practices is critical to preventing foodborne illness and promoting public health. The Holland Sentinel publishes regular reports on...

OTTAWA COUNTY, MI -- A 23-year-old Grand Rapids man accused of fatally stabbing a family dog during a home invasion has been found competent for court proceedings. An Ottawa County judge on Thursday, March 12, found Jason Varnado competent after reviewing a mental health report. Varnado is next scheduled to...