Mercantile Bank Upgraded to 'Hold' Rating
Wall Street Zen cites improved financial performance in research note
Assenagon Asset Management Reduces Stake in Independent Bank
Veteran Glendening brings right-handed center depth to Flyers
Crime
One Person Shot Near Grand Rapids School
Police searching for suspect after early morning incident

Civil-rights attorney Ben Crump to address Da'Quain Johnson's killing by Grand Rapids police
Crump and Ven Johnson will call for accountability and speak to a pattern of unnecessary deadly force by GRPD.
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.
Weather
Firefighters Respond to Basement Blaze in Grand Rapids Home
No injuries reported as crews extinguish fire in two-and-a-half-story house on Plainfield Ave. NE

Michigan Rivers Rise as Winter Storm Raises Flood Risk
Flood warnings issued for four rivers as precipitation adds to wet, frozen conditions
Stormy Sunday Ahead for West Michigan
Light morning snow gives way to afternoon thunderstorms and potential severe weather
Lifestyle
Grand Rapids Library Book Sale Returns with Discounted Books, Music, and Movies
The popular event will now be held twice a year due to high demand.

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.
Sports
South Christian Cruises Past West Catholic to Reach State Semifinals
Sailors remain undefeated, advance to face Goodrich in Division 2 semifinal

Red Wings Sign 18-Year-Old Swedish Star to 3-Year Contract
Detroit adds top prospect Eddie Genborg to its AHL affiliate Grand Rapids Griffins.
Four Red Wings Crack Top Prospect List
Detroit's young goaltending depth recognized by TSN scouting guru Craig Button
Politics
Nationwide 'No Kings' Protests Linked to Network of Activist Groups
Investigation cites coordinated involvement of organizations with billions in combined revenue and messaging tied to socialist and revolutionary movements

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.
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.