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Looking back at the best album among some of the biggest millennial dad rock bands.

A West Michigan woman had a massive morning surprise after scratching a $5 Michigan Lottery ticket she bought in Jenison, winning a $300,000 jackpot. She's using the cash to pay off debt and save.

Plastic bottles and aluminum cans have a secret: keeping them whole could actually make recycling easier. Who knew?

Emergency crews rushed to a Grand Blanc church after calls of an active shooter quickly escalated into a massive fire. Details on injuries or fatalities remain unconfirmed.

"I miss the laughter. He’s the funniest person ever of all time," Watt also said regarding what he misses most about Ozzy.

Excitement is brewing in Grand Rapids as community leaders unite to make college more accessible for local students. Big changes are coming in 2026!

Travelers, be aware: new TSA rules could mean your favorite styling tools are left behind. Let's break down what you can and can't take with you.

"We promise to come back stronger than ever," the band also said in their statement.

We also found the favorite albums of both current AND former members of Metallica. See what they believe is the band's best work.

Score free tickets to a Grand Rapids Griffins game by donating to Kids' Food Basket. Simply bring five non-perishable food items to a designated drop-off location.

Former NBA star Lindsey Hunter is stepping down as the head basketball coach at Sparta High School just weeks before the season begins, citing unforeseen family health problems.

That viral escalator video is raising eyebrows and, frankly, a bit of stomach bile. Who knew handrails could be so grimy?

Imagine savoring sweet fudge while trying to wrap your tongue around one of Michigan's trickiest names—Mackinac Island has some amusing tales to share.

Picture this: a tiny bug with a big appetite is causing chaos for our trees. Let’s break down what that means for our green spaces.

Diving into the reasons for and reactions to Genesis' jump from prog rock to pop in the 1980s!

When a West Michigan animal shelter lost nearly $5,000 in vaccines, the community stepped up in a huge way to help. Here’s how they helped Harbor Humane Society recover.

A new case of highly pathogenic avian influenza has been found in a backyard flock in Allegan County, West Michigan. Learn about the dangers of bird flu and what to do if you're exposed.

There's a grocery revolution happening, and Aldi is leading the charge with ambitious plans that are shaking up the aisles across the country.