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A marching band director just took his dedication to a whole new level, earning cheers from Metallica fans for a bold promise he kept.

Breaking down the biggest covers from Green Day, Paramore and other big pop punk acts.

Michigan's Nathan Martin staged a dramatic surge to win the LA Marathon Sunday, beating the leader by mere fraction

Papa Roach's Jacoby Shaddix opens up about his personal faith, how the new song 'Wake Up Calling' came about and when fans can expect the band's new album.

Lions sign ex-Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco to join Jahmyr Gibbs after Montgomery trade. Pacheco brings Super Bowl pedigree despite 2024 injury.

Operation BBQ Relief showed up in Union City, Michigan, after Friday’s deadly tornadoes to provide free hot meals to those in need.

From visible hands to clean interiors Michigan officers notice subtle cues that make traffic stops quicker and smoother.

The Kent County Sheriff's Office and Michigan State Police were called about a driver going the wrong way on US-131. See video of the pursuit and learn driver's fate.

Metal fans expecting to get a Robert Trujillo Funko Pop! figure were surprised by what arrived when they opened the box.

Just when you thought you could fill up without a worry, gas prices in Michigan are taking a sharp turn upwards. Let’s break down what’s driving this change.

Michigan and Illinois have spent years working together to stop Asian carp from entering the Great Lakes. However, the President says the carp are already there.

Violet Grohl has emerged from Foo Fighters backing singer to solo artist with her 'Be Sweet to Me' debut album featuring the phone sex-inspired new single, '595.'

Lansing man Raymundo Garcia is missing after a late-night I-94 crash in Calhoun County March 9. Michigan State Police, Marshall police, and local crews are searching for him; anyone with information is urged to call authorities.

Their last album came out in 2004.

From Portage to Ireland, a cyber attack has thrown a well-known medical company into chaos. The ripple effects could reach far beyond their walls.

Chipotle is offering a one-hour BOGO this Friday for anyone with a tattoo. Temporary tattoos, Sharpie doodles, or permanent ink all count. Michigan locations included.

David Ellefson thinks Metallica handled Dave Mustaine's firing in 1983 'properly' and Megadeth handled his in 2021 'improperly.'

Check out all 81 acts that are playing the Montreal edition of the 2026 Vans Warped Tour.