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Theodore Roosevelt spent nearly a week in Grand Rapids in 1911, and a libel suit over his reputation followed the next year. This, and other times President's came to GR.

A self-taught cook from Saginaw County's Hemlock community took home the Master Chef title. No professional kitchen experience, just passion and YouTube tutorials.

Bloomfield Township cops have ticketed over 140 drivers for ignoring a left turn ban on Hickory Grove Road. The rush hour restriction exists for good reason.

Halloween night gets weird this year when 1 a.m. happens twice thanks to the time change rolling through Sunday morning.

Three-month-old Vada just made her debut at Andy in the Morning looking for her forever family with help from the Humane Society.

US 131's crawling rush hour traffic is about to get some relief. MDOT's bringing a flex lane to the party starting spring 2027.

The GoFundMe for Walt Z has surpassed $600K, and the reason so many people connected with his story says a lot about what we are all carrying.

Epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) has affected deer in several Michigan townships. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has released a new map showing the hardest-hit areas.

The Cottage Bar's nearly century-long reign as Grand Rapids' oldest bar just got challenged by some unexpected contenders with even deeper roots.

A Grand Rapids woman spotted a raccoon near her home that seemed unable to control itself, so she called animal rescue for help. The raccoon appeared to have been poisoned, but rescuers soon learned it wasn't the only one.

Not sure where to vote? Here’s how to find your designated polling center in Grand Rapids.

Lakeshore Keepers needs people to staff five Lake Michigan lighthouses this summer. Free housing included for anyone willing to commit a week or more.

See all the new releases coming each week of 2026.

Retirement is getting harder for Americans, but Michiganders have a reason to celebrate. One Michigan city ranks as the best place in the country to enjoy your golden years, and you might be surprised by which one takes the top spot.

Zombie deer, misunderstood bats, and unlucky black cats: here’s where folklore meets reality around the state.

The legendary actor of stage and screen will soon be seen in ‘Avengers: Doomsday.’

Michigan State may trail Michigan in their historic football rivalry, but the Spartans hold a surprising distinction. Only one college football team has beaten the Wolverines more often.

Remember when gas stations just sold gas? Now they sell everything, even bags of carrots. One TikTok user asked “Why carrots?” with a hilarious Backstreet Boys parody.