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Parents: Need budget-friendly finds for your kids? Don’t miss JBF’s Fall Sale Sept. 10–13—thousands of name-brand items at 50–90% off!

A piece of Grand Rapids automotive history was uncovered when the Bug and Buggy Inc. sign resurfaced during building renovations.

See Spinal Tap and Drowning Pool play late night TV with special guests on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' and 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.'

In a rivalry off the field, Ohio State is suing The Brown Jug in Ann Arbor over a drink named “Buckeye Tears,” citing trademark concerns and brand confusion—because some wounds run deep.

Every Michigander has an opinion on these! Take the quiz and see where you stand on the ultimate Michigan debates.

Detroit extended Jameson Williams through 2029, a reported ~$83M bet on his late-season breakout and deep-threat impact.

Experts are urging residents to take precautions to avoid tick bites in Michigan as cases of Lyme disease surge.

Now that the lawsuit has been handled in court, the payments will resume as the government looks to recoup over $2.7 Billion from overpaid Michigan workers.

Michigan is the Great Lakes state, and with all these lakes, comes a lot of boaters. At a recent refueling, a boat drove away and exploded moments after leaving the dock.

Grand Rapids has the Gerald R. Ford International Airport. It's a great airport and others must agree because it's a finalist for 'Best Small Airport' in USA Today.

Like water rocking back and forth in a tub, seiches cause dramatic shifts in Great Lakes shorelines.

Do you recognize these nu-metal era rock radio hits? While they once were heavy on the airwaves, you may not have heard these played in some time.

A Michigan man is facing arson charges after video surveillance captured him allegedly starting fires at a Meijer store. The suspect, Kenneth VanLuven, remains in jail with a $75,000 bond.

The roar of the Lions is strong, but for many fans, cheering from the stands is becoming a luxury they can’t afford.

The Clapp Family Mastodon, discovered during a drainage project, is now a permanent exhibit at the Grand Rapids Public Museum.

Lions QB Jared Goff joined Sundae Conversation, answering hilarious questions about Super Bowl dreams, Coach Dan Campbell, and more in a must-watch podcast.

Take a look at Kelly's first time at a renaissance fair.

Lovefood.com named Social Misfits in Grand Rapids the best waffle spot in Michigan. From sweet brûléed banana creations to savory ramen waffles, this eclectic eatery is making breakfast an art.