Grand Rapids Unveils Plan to Review Policing After Deadly Shooting
City manager announces three-step plan to analyze police shootings, pursuit tactics, and civilian appeals board.
Michigan Rivers Rise as Winter Storm Raises Flood Risk
$1.9M in MDOT Funds Allocated for West Michigan Projects
Crime
Muskegon Man Sentenced to 15 Years After 2024 Shooting
Malik Jones Smith violated parole and was found with a stolen gun linked to a Muskegon Heights shooting.

Shooting Reported at Dave & Buster's in Kentwood
Police responded to the incident at the popular entertainment complex on Saturday night.
State Police Turn Over Findings in Deadly Grand Rapids Police Shooting to Prosecutor's Office
The investigation into the fatal shooting of Da'Quain Johnson has reached a new phase as the case is now with the Kent County Prosecutor's Office.
Lifestyle
Real Estate Expert Shares Tips for Buying a Home in Grand Rapids
Angela Worth of Bellabay Realty provides guidance on navigating the city's competitive housing market

Grand Rapids Lantern Festival returns for 4th year
Annual event features large-scale, handmade lantern installations at John Ball Zoo.
Meijer Gardens Hosts Beloved 'Butterflies are Blooming' Exhibit
Annual spring event features thousands of butterflies from around the world.
Weather
Stormy Sunday Ahead for West Michigan
Light morning snow gives way to afternoon thunderstorms and potential severe weather

Grand Rapids Navigates Flooded Streets After Severe Storms
Community comes together to help as city deals with widespread flash flooding and damage.
Grand Rapids Braces for Overnight Winter Storm
Residents advised to prepare for heavy snow, strong winds, and potential power outages.
Politics
Nesbitt Promises Largest ICE Deployment in Michigan History for Gubernatorial Public Safety Plan
Republican gubernatorial candidate Aric Nesbitt unveils hardline immigration and law enforcement platform.

Duggan Pitches Data Center Reform and Local Control in Governor Run
Independent candidate touts plans for Michigan data centers and empowering local communities.
Grand Rapids Mayor Clarifies Controversial Comments on Guns and Police K9s
LaGrand faced backlash after saying gun owners should be "ashamed" and he'd put down the K9 that bit a suspect.
Entertainment
ArtPrize Welcomes New Executive Director
Tyler Loftis, founder of AllArtWorks, takes over leadership of the annual art competition in Grand Rapids.

Local comedians share what Laughfest means to them
West Michigan comedians discuss how the annual comedy festival supports Gilda's Club and cancer survivors
John Mellencamp Inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Indiana rocker honored at 2008 ceremony in New York City