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A former Grand Rapids Police officer, already facing charges for allegedly breaking into a collectibles shop, has now been charged in connection with a second alleged break-in.

As Ann Arbor takes a bold step against gas-powered leaf blowers, the air is buzzing with opinions on what's next for yard work.

A whistleblower has claimed that the United States government is aware of the existence of several different extraterrestrial civilizations.

The Mackinac Island ferry dispute is escalating beyond ticket prices. Now, the company running ferries says it could stop service entirely in 2027 if no deal is reached.

When a Michigan woman's lottery ticket told her to contact the front office, she assumed the scanner was broken. Instead, she looked up the numbers in her car and realized she had just won a massive $2.2 million.

Heading downtown for the Grand Rapids Fourth of July fireworks? The celebration has moved. Find out where to go for food, fun, and the big fireworks show in 2026.

From a farm museum in Coopersville to a wacky taxidermy collection in Mackinaw City, Michigan's hidden museum gems are worth the drive.

Each spring, staff at Maple Lawn Medical Care and Rehabilitation guide a mother duck and her ducklings through the building to safety.

People in Kalamazoo have a pretty unusual nickname, and a recent thread on the Kzoo subreddit sparked a debate about it, before quickly spiraling into a string of hilariously creative alternative names.

The grass used on the fields of all 16 U.S. FIFA World Cup stadiums was developed with contributions from researchers at Michigan State University.

As summer fades, road crews are gearing up to tackle a major project that promises brighter nights and smoother drives, but not without a few bumps along the way.

Police are searching for two teenage lovers from Calhoun County who disappeared with camping gear and an AR-15-style rifle, leaving their phones behind.

Few residents appear enthusiastic about license plate readers, and some argue that they are unconstitutional. In Kent County, incidents of locals vandalizing the cameras are reportedly increasing.

Whether you want a lively bar atmosphere or a full block party experience, these Grand Rapids spots have you covered.

Before Michigan peach season kicks into high gear, The Peach Truck is bringing fresh peaches from Georgia to Grand Rapids, Holland, Muskegon, and beyond. Here's where The Peach Truck will be and when.

WZZM 13 Chief Meteorologist Samantha Jacques announced she is leaving her TV career after six years at the station to focus on her growing family and embrace a new chapter as a mother.

Looking for budget-friendly summer activities? Blandford Nature Center and Kent County are bringing low-cost nature programs to 6 parks, with classes including sensory walks, nature art, birding, and kayaking.

Jack and Sharon Osbourne spoke at length during 'The Osbournes' podcast about the Ozzy A.I. and addressed pushback over 'cash grab' concerns.