Grand Rapids News

A new 12-bill package has been introduced to the Michigan State Senate by a coalition of lawmakers on both sides of the political aisle, including Republican Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Roger Victory of Hudsonville and ranking Democratic Sen. Stephanie Chang of Detroit, that would bring police reform to Michigan.

A local advocacy group is planning a protest in downtown Grand Rapids on Friday because of the hiring of a controversial candidate as the police department's new Chief of Staff.

As more events are announced for what is feeling more and more like 'post-pandemic' life, the Michigan International Auto Show is teaming up with Studio C in downtown Grand Rapids for a VIP Rooftop Party and Movie Premiere for the new Fast & Furious movie, F9.

Legislation recently introduced in the Michigan State Senate would allow gun owners to carry their guns, openly or concealed, without having to obtain a license.

City High Middle School in Grand Rapids and Black River Public School in Holland have topped the US News and World Report for top public high schools in West Michigan.

The scammers are targeting middle-aged to elderly residents.

Have you ever wanted to work in the live events industry? Well on Thursday one of Grand Rapids' most popular venues will be holding a job fair as they gear up for concerts to return in full force, in less than a month.

A new bill proposed in the Michigan legislature as part of ongoing police reforms, introduced by GOP Representative Ryan Berman of Commerce Township would require that all Michigan police cadets receive at least their blue belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu or have related grappling expertise.

Guests will see some new exhibits upon their return!

With temperatures set to flirt with 90 again this weekend, Consumers Energy is reminding customers they will be implementing its summer peak rates beginning today, and that means West Michigan customers of the power provider will be paying higher rates.

After sex abuse allegations that came to light during recent civil litigation, the Michigan Attorney General's office and the Michigan State Police have opened a joint investigation into alleged accusations surrounding the Boy Scouts of America.

A fight between a Grand Rapids Police Officer and a larceny suspect was caught on a security camera and video shows a store manager tackling the suspect as he tried to flee the store.