Help for detainees, a Line 5 update, and why we don’t do April Fools’...
After their father was detained at the North Lake Processing Center in Baldwin, two sisters from Grand Rapids committed to helping other detainees. When people are released from North Lake, they offer rides through a network of volunteers. They also help reconnect people with their families. We hear about it from...
Prosecutor to announce ruling in Da’Quain Johnson’s killing by Grand Rapids police
Chris Becker will reveal at 4 p.m. whether the fatal shooting of Da'Quain Johnson by a Grand Rapids officer was justified after reviewing state police investigation reports
Kent County Prosecutor Makes Decision In Da’Quain Johson Case
A Grand Rapids police officer will not face charges after a February shooting that killed Da’Quain Johnson, according to the Kent County Prosecutor.
Taxpayers could be on the hook for over $200k in possible paid GRPS administrative...
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Four Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) employees are getting paid an estimated combined total of around $213,794 after being placed on administrative leave. According to a GRPS spokesperson, four people employed as principals or higher are on paid administrative leave as of April 2, most...
Grand Rapids pottery studio opening Eastown location in late May
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — The owners of a Grand Rapids pottery studio are expanding with a new location in the city’s Eastown neighborhood. Kris and Troy Kaley, who own The Mud Room at 1971 E. Beltline Ave. NE, plan to open Eastown Pottery by the end of May. The membership-based studio will be in the Kingsley Building, 1422...
Grand Rapids Police detail use of deadly force in officer-involved shootings
“No officer wants to be involved in an officer involved shooting. It is a traumatic event.”. Acting police chief Joe Trigg says use of deadly force is a last resort in the Grand Rapids Police Department. “Only to be used when absolutely necessary, when no other options seem available.”. City...
Why You’ll Soon See Lots Of Strange Helicopters Around Grand Rapids, SW Michigan
A months-long survey will have aircraft flying low and often across West Michigan starting in April.
Grand Rapids, You’re About to Hear This Sound Again
Grand Rapids resumes monthly outdoor warning siren testing Friday at noon, with tests continuing through October. Here’s what residents should expect.
UPDATE: Two Teen Drivers Collide at Jenison Intersection; One Hospitalized, One Arrested
GEORGETOWN TWP., MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Apr. 2, 2026) – A collision of vehicles driven by two teenagers on Wednesday night in Jenison ended up with one of the motorists hospitalized. First responders were called to the intersection of Baldwin Street and Cottonwood Drive shortly after 9 PM. That was where...
GRPS deputy superintendent faces contract non-renewal over staff complaints
Letters made available by Grand Rapids Public Schools reveal the deputy superintendent, Dr. Brandy Lovelady Mitchell, has been accused of creating a culture that devalued members of her staff.
