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Another round of Wendy's restaurant closures has hit Michigan as a major franchise operator deals with bankruptcy. Here's what's happening.

Every year Grand Rapids enforces odd-even parking: park on the odd-number side on odd days (1 a.m.–6 p.m.), on the even side on even days.

This October has been unseasonably warm, but Grand Rapids has seen snow this early in the past. Here is a look at the earliest snowfall dates on record.

Producer Andrew Watt listened to tracks the night before Black Sabbath’s final show, but can’t listen to them now.

Vote in Chuck's Fight Club to determine the better '90s drummer between Chad Smith and Matt Cameron.

These metal records tell some terrifying tales!

An English politician has called on London's iconic Wembley Stadium to cancel Marilyn Manson's 2027 performance at the venue supporting Slipknot.

System of a Down just announced their only U.S. show for 2027, and it's happening at the Rose Bowl. Pierce the Veil opens.

Motley Crue will be taking on a Las Vegas residency in 2027.

Metallica debuted another '...And Justice for All' classic during their sixth Las Vegas Sphere residency show last night (Oct. 17)!

By 1992, only six players in the league were still playing without a helmet, and one of them was a Detroit Red Wing.

A new family-owned Mediterranean restaurant called Dubai Bites is set to open October 28th at the former Mr. Gyros location on Alpine Avenue in Walker, featuring a convenient drive-thru menu of customizable bowls and shawarma.

The Michigan DNR and its partners will release more than 7,200 pheasants this year, giving hunters more opportunities to get out in the field and enjoy the excitement of pheasant hunting.

Panera Bread in downtown Grand Rapids is permanently closing its 99 Monroe Ave. NW location on Oct. 20 after 13 years. Manna Development Group cites declining foot traffic and increased catering and delivery demand.

Banana Ball’s return to Detroit follows its sold-out appearances at Comerica Park and LMCU Ballpark.

Fund your holiday fun with a $500 Target gift card!

Authentic Nurse Noah’s Believe Her campaign aims to support women’s shelters and safe centers in Mid-Michigan through October merchandise sales and donations.

The Grateful Dead's Bob Weir and 3 Doors Down's Brad Arnold lead our list of rock star deaths so far in 2026.