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Loudwire's 'Best Metal Album of 2025' winners are gearing up for a busy 2026.

Amy Lee shared that Evanescence's album will be out in 2026, most likely in the spring, but she still has 'some lyrics' left to write for it.

Two of the three Spinal Tap members have weighed in on the death of Rob Reiner.

A nasal spray recalled in Michigan that could potentially be life-threatening.

From people taking different curious career paths to the absurd ways they got injured, here are some of the best calls and texts from 2025.

One Michigan community has now been named one of the safest cities in America.

Whether you are sharing with friends or eating the whole plate yourself, these nachos deliver every time.

For those who watched soap operas in the late 70's and early 80's, at that time, there was no bigger story than Luke and Laura, on General Hospital. Anthony Geary (Luke Spencer) has died.

A young fan stole the spotlight at the Jonas Brothers’ Grand Rapids show with a pink sign and a sweet message for Joe Jonas.

After a tough loss, the Lions are ready to tackle the Steelers. The stakes couldn’t be higher as playoff hopes flicker.

The “Grand Rapids Dip” suggests locals process alcohol better, but research shows it’s just flawed data, not biology.

Deftones and Sleep Token among most collected albums in 2025.

Will it be Three Days Grace' s 'Alienation' or Deftones' 'private music'? Join the fan vote to determine the Best Rock Album of 2025 through Loudwire Nights.

Jack White has hit out at President Trump after the politician shared a statement blaming Reiner's vocal opposition to him for his death.

As Christmas nears, the Salvation Army in Kent County faces growing demand and a widening funding gap.

Snowmobilers have been taking advantage of all the early snow this season. Unfortunately, a pair from Grand Haven crashed through the ice to their deaths.

In a world where smartphones reign, there's a surprising movement embracing the charm of old-school landlines. Can nostalgia truly shape our tech habits?

Be sure to catch GWAR out on tour stateside starting up again in the spring of 2026.