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MDOT workers on I-96 took heroic action Wednesday to block in a 20-year-old Holland woman who allegedly drove drunk into an active construction zone at high speeds.

Grand Rapids' beloved Sullivan Field is still under renovation, leading the 2026 Pitch, Hit, and Run event to a new home. Discover how your young athlete can compete at LMCU Ballpark this May.

Imagine waking up with the lights out—this weekend, Cedar Springs will experience a planned power outage for some necessary upgrades. Here’s what you need to know.

An odd-even outdoor watering request is in place across parts of West Michigan to help prevent excessive strain on local water systems.

A strange sight in the Muskegon Channel is actually dredging equipment, not a sinking boat. Officials say it is routine maintenance work, not an emergency.

After closing in 2024, Frankie V’s is officially planning a return to 28th Street in Wyoming, with renovations underway at the former Applebee’s site and a fall 2026 reopening expected.

A Michigan man requested a police welfare check on his mother, but was instead arrested after authorities discovered thousands of child pornography images in his possession.

Growing up in Michigan, Saturday mornings meant cereal, digging for the prize in the box, and watching cartoons. Now those little surprises might be making a comeback.

If you’re looking for that thing you didn’t know you needed, this annual rummage sale is for you.

Stargazers in Michigan still have eight chances to catch meteor showers in 2026. Check out the full schedule and find out when conditions will be best for viewing.

In a curious corner of history, a rumor swirls about German POWs and conscientious objectors playing baseball. Let’s take a closer look at this fascinating tale.

As summer temperatures soar, the plight of pets trapped in cars takes center stage. The legal landscape around rescuing these furry friends is murky at best.

Michigan lawmakers are proposing changes to school food and nutrition standards.

Michigan State isn’t sending a team to the World Cup, but it is playing a surprising role.

Michigan has 18 snake species, but only one is venomous.

It didn't even last 20 years, now a casino stands where this Mackinaw City water park used to be...

Michigan State University researchers have developed five new potato varieties designed to improve chip production year-round. The new potatoes focus on disease resistance, long-term storage, and consistent crunch.

A heartbreaking scene in Mecosta County as three family members are found dead. Authorities believe a welfare check at a Canadian Lakes home uncovered a tragic murder-suicide involving a man and his elderly parents.