Grand Rapids MI

KENTWOOD, Mich. — Police are asking drivers to avoid the area of Eastern Avenue and Hardwick Drive due to an incident Thursday morning. Both the northbound and southbound lanes of Eastern Avenue are closed, according to a Facebook post from the Kentwood Police Department. Drivers are asked to find...

Walker police said an SUV driver was taken to a hospital as a precaution

The 100 in 100 campaign successfully housed 205 chronically homeless individuals since its launch, with only 3% returning to the streets; significantly lower than the national average. “We have seen significant progress since we initiated the 100 in 100 program.”. It’s been rebranded the Downtown Pathways Project. Courtney Myers-Keaton...

GRAND RAPIDS, MI — The Amway River Bank Run returns to Grand Rapids this Saturday, marking its 49th year. Tens of thousands of people are expected in downtown Grand Rapids for what has become the largest 25K road race in the country, drawing everyone from elite athletes to casual spectators.

Multiple districts — Just before playtime, teacher Ashley Kron challenged each of her preschoolers to name a “tricky, tricky vowel.”. She flashed cards picturing an oval, island and ant as students squealed O, I and A sounds before leaving their spots on the classroom carpet to dash off and find building blocks and puzzles.

The Auburn Hills opening could reveal how IKEA plans to grow in mid-sized markets.

WALKER, Michigan — An SUV and a skid steer collided, causing the SUV to roll over, on Wednesday morning, Walker city officials say. Walker police responded to the crash in the 3000 block of O’Brien Road around 9:30 a.m. At the time of the crash, the Walker Department of Public Works was out conducting roadway shoulder maintenance.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — After recent flooding impacted several West Michigan communities, officials are looking to prevent future flood damage using a new tool. The City of Grand Rapids, Cascade Engineering and NOAQ have come together to create a flood barrier. “Those are 33 pounds a piece. They're easy...

LANSING, Mich. – Maner Costerisan has been named a 2026 West Michigan Best and Brightest Company to Work For, an honor recognizing organizations with strong employee engagement and a high-performing culture. The recognition comes as Maner Costerisan continues expanding its presence in West Michigan and reflects the people-first values...

The mother of Riley Doggett, the teen who died two years ago this week after a police chase, was in court Wednesday as her son's friend, the getaway driver, was sentenced to prison.