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A fire at the North Kent Transfer Station brought out 30 firefighters and heavy equipment on the evening of June 2. An investigation is ongoing, but officials believe a lithium-ion battery may have started it.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is no stranger to death threats. A Hawaii resident allegedly sent messages saying he would kill her and others when he came to Lansing.

See all the new releases coming each week of 2026.

A Kalamazoo family transforms their front stoop into stunning seasonal designs, and visiting is completely free.

John Ball Zoo gave a grieving family a free year membership after their mother passed away from pancreatic cancer before they could ever pick up their membership cards.

The deBoer Bakkerij family has opened Shore by deBoer in Holland, a new breakfast and lunch spot continuing decades of baking and hospitality.

Kobold’s Kitchen is now open in Grand Rapids’ former Fat Boy building, blending 800 board games with a global comfort food menu after nearly a year of renovations.

Summer is here and the water is warming up, so Michigan families are getting boats and personal watercraft back on the water. For parents, it’s a good time to understand teen watercraft safety and rules.

Here’s everything to know about Grand Rapids pool and splash pads 2026, including opening day and what's changing this year.

Warm weather in Michigan means more time by the water, and more horse flies and deer flies. Their bites can be painful, but a unique trick may help keep them away.

Grand Rapids' new Acrisure Amphitheater is finally open. From parking and smoking rules to lawn seating and cupholders, here's what surprised me most.

PETA wants the Grand Rapids Police Department to end its K-9 program after a dog named Digo was stabbed subduing a suspect.

Owe old court fines or have a bench warrant in Grand Rapids? The 61st District Court amnesty program runs through June 30 and could wipe out your extra fees.

West Michigan's Liz Della Croce of The Lemon Bowl is one of 100 home cooks competing on Food Network's biggest competition ever hosted by Terry Crews.

Browse all 90 finalists and cast your votes before June 30 to help crown the next iconic Michigan "I Voted" stickers.

Kent County is expanding its free Community Fest to two summer events featuring food trucks, kids activities, K-9 demos, school supplies, and more after a successful first year.

Vandalism reports are down in Michigan, but some communities continue to see far more property damage complaints than others.

A new Michigan proposal would eliminate property taxes, freeze utility rates, and roll back recent rate increases.