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Michigan residents are urged to check for a recalled chocolate brand that could cause serious illness.

Michigan winters make road salt unavoidable, but washing your car in extreme cold can cause damage. Here’s the temperature experts say is safe, and what to do when it is below freezing.

Imagine walking into your favorite tavern only to find a cherished fish missing! That’s the reality at the Blind Squirrel in Fremont.

Discover Lake Michigan’s hidden winter magic with giant ice orbs, ice volcanoes, and crystal-clear ice treasures few tourists ever see.

Michigan's new laws are shaking things up in 2026, from marijuana taxes to wage increases. Let’s see how these changes might affect your wallet.

70yo Denise Boden of Riverview, MI, won $390K playing Lucky For Life, nearly falling out of her chair upon checking her ticket.

Rock still rolls through the years. Join us as we revisit the best rock songs of each year of music since 1970.

A West Michigan woman lost $4,000 after trying to buy a Gloster canary online. Now she’s sharing her story and expert tips to help others avoid pet scams.

Intern Maitlynn, pre show Kelly, junior in high school Tommy, and a lot of life happening all at once. Take a look back.

The Rivertown Celebration Cinemas lobby is being transformed, and it looks like a full menu may be coming next.

Built for trains and cars, this bridge now doubles as a snowmobile crossing once winter takes over in the UP.

Grand Rapids is hosting two job fairs to fill positions ahead of the MLK Community Center opening Feb. 21. From fitness instructors to park maintenance, pay ranges from $13–$20 per hour.

Upper Peninsula tribal leaders issued statements to encourage members to carry papers and I.D. in case the come in contact with ICE.

Named the best grocery store in Michigan, Kingma’s Market in Grand Rapids is loved for its fresh produce, Michigan-made goods, and welcoming atmosphere.

We don't hear enough about the good things that police officers do in Michigan, but today we would like to recognize an off-duty officer who stepped up to save a skier's life.

Slipknot percussionist Shawn 'Clown' Crahan offers some insight into the band's current status and where they stand with new music.

Brian May has once again asserted his stance on Glastonbury Festival and that Queen will not play it because of their stance on badger culling.