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Amy Lee catches up with Loudwire backstage at the Louder Than Life Festival and opens up about new music, Evanescence's legacy and much more.

Michigan's new law, effective September 11, 2025, prohibits the use of numbing creams and sprays in tattoo parlors unless prescribed by a licensed Michigan physician.

Get a look behind the curtain in the trailer for the BBC's 'Sharon & Ozzy: Coming Home' documentary about the famous couple's return to the U.K.

The popular Midwest chain has officially taken over former Kum & Go and Maverik gas stations across Michigan.

Grand Haven’s Be Café, a nonprofit coffee shop employing people with disabilities, needs $20K in community support to continue its mission.

You know the hits, but Foo Fighters have written a lot of great songs that weren't released as singles.

A new wave of football legends is on the horizon, with five familiar names from the Lions making the cut this year.

A Michigan veterinarian was found guilty of misdemeanor larceny after refusing to return a 16-year-old Pitbull named Vinny to his homeless owner. The dog later passed away, and the vet now faces up to 93 days in jail and a fine

Remember when dreams felt far away? Muscadine Bloodline just made theirs come true in Grand Rapids, and the energy was electric.

Planning a bonfire in Grand Rapids? You might need a permit first. We break down the city's recreational fire rules and requirements, including how to apply and what you need to know.

Grandville Public Schools canceled bus service after an anonymous bomb threat. Law enforcement found no explosives. Staff stayed late to help parents pick up students.

From the sweet to the sour to the downright teeth-destroying, let’s unwrap some of the most awesome '80s candies.

What style best fits you? Would you rather ramp up the aggression of rebellion or dig into the gut-wrenching angst of heartbreak?

Curious what life is like behind the unpaved roads to Amish Michigan? With over 20,000 in 52 communities, there’s more than meets the eye. Let’s separate fact from fiction before those 11 misconceptions.

Michigan homes are safe (for now). But stink bugs are waiting for that first cold snap to invade. Learn how to prep before your house becomes their winter Airbnb.

A gunman rammed a pickup truck into a Grand Blanc church before opening fire and setting the building ablaze during Sunday services. Five people were killed, eight others injured, and the suspect was fatally shot by police.

One major brand of corn dogs and sausage products sold in Michigan has issued a recall on 58 million pounds that could cause serious injuries.

Imagine a little red imp lurking in the shadows of Detroit's history, tied to tales of misfortune and disaster. That’s the Nain Rouge for you.