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GRR is testing its emergency response protocols on May 13. The airport announced the drill in advance so the public would not be alarmed.

Greenfield Village, the State Capitol, apple orchards and more. Michigan has some of the most memorable field trip spots in the Midwest.

Pet owners expect their dogs to be safe with a hired sitter, not abused. In Michigan, a pet sitter was allegedly caught on video abusing a dog.

A Michigan woman accused of stealing wine left store employees puzzled when they could not locate the bottle. Authorities say the mystery was solved during a body cavity search.

After her car was T-boned and ripped in two, Demi Veasley thought she was dead. Instead, she walked away with only bruises. See the shocking footage of this Sterling Heights crash.

What started as one guy in a wizard costume on rollerblades is now a full-on community parade. Join the magic on May 23rd at Rosa Parks Circle.

MDARD is warning Michigan consumers to throw away certain Dancing Goat and Goats Best dairy products over contamination and allergen concerns.

Millions of migrating birds will fill Michigan skies tonight as experts urge residents to turn off outdoor lights.

Walker tops Michigan’s crash rankings in a new 2024 from Michigan Auto Law, with West Michigan cities appearing throughout the list of the state’s most dangerous driving areas.

Sometimes excavation work for roads, homes, or buildings leads to unexpected discoveries. Recently, construction in Lake County uncovered ancient human remains.

A high school prom is often one of the most memorable moments in a student’s life. But one prom in Fruitport Township was remembered for more than just the students who attended.

Acrisure Amphitheater debuts Friday in Grand Rapids and opens free to the public the next day with food trucks live music and four stages.

A night of fun turned into a traumatic event after gunshots erupted outside a Fruitport Township VFW hall, leaving up to six people injured and one teen in critical condition after being struck by a car.

The stage is set in Grand Rapids, and it’s not just about the headliners; there’s a local twist in the air that’s hard to ignore.

A new wave of scams is sweeping through our area, and it’s catching even the savviest folks off guard. Here’s what you need to know.

A Michigan construction crew discovered human remains while digging a basement in Lake County. Experts believe the bones are ancestral.

An Ottawa County woman is headed to the "Happiest Place on Earth" after a gut feeling led to a $303,154 Michigan Lottery win.

Imagine collecting miles for every pack of cigarettes—sounds wild, right? Let’s take a stroll down memory lane.