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Grand Rapids’ new riverfront amphitheater opens in 2026 with a packed first-season lineup. The amphitheater promises big crowds, summer nights, and a mix of shows for every kind of fan.

A roundup of the wonderfully chaotic moments when Kelly stopped the entire studio in its tracks.

A new Traceone study shows Michigan ranks in the top seven states for norovirus outbreaks. Close-contact settings like care facilities and schools fuel the rapid spread.

Consumers Energy is reminding Michigan seniors about winter bill help, shut-off protection, and assistance programs as cold weather and snow settle into West Michigan.

A new state rule makes it illegal for Michigan farmers to spread or transfer manure during the winter months. Here’s why the change is happening now.

Holland State Park closed its main parking lot after illegal activity and safety concerns. Visitors can still enter through a smaller lot.

It has been cold for weeks and some smaller bodies of water have been developing ice but none of it is safe to be on. Unfortunately, three young men found just how unsafe the ice is.

Michigan has fired head coach Sherrone Moore with cause following an internal investigation, naming Biff Poggi interim as the Wolverines prepare for their bowl matchup against Texas.

Heated igloos and cozy huts are transforming winter dining in Grand Rapids. Here’s why the trend has stuck around and where you can enjoy a warm, memorable meal outside.

Pollstar's Most Popular Touring Artists of the Millennium list shows that Coldplay sold the most concert tickets since 2001.

Steelcase has been a staple company in Grand Rapids, Michigan, for 113 years, and was recently sold for $2.2 billion. What's next for the local workers?

Guitarist Eric Peterson and drummer Chris Dovas discuss thrash legends' brutal, triumphant new record.

The reinvention of Three Days Grace paid off better than anyone imagined with 'Alienation' becoming one of the strongest albums of their career.

Sharon is still trying to come to terms with Ozzy's death as she continues to live in the family's home in the U.K.

A viral TikTok claims Grand Rapids is breaking 85-year records. We dug into NOAA data to see what’s actually true.

Mary Carole McDonnell, a Michigan native, allegedly posed as an heiress and pulled off a $30M bank scam in California. The 73-year-old TV producer is now on the FBI’s Most Wanted List.

The three former Breaking Benjamin members will honor their time in the band while playing under the moniker We Are Not Alone with a new vocalist.

Eddie Trunk shared that Phil X, Brent Fitz and Todd Kerns will join the original members of Triumph on their 50th anniversary reunion tour in 2026.