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Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is once again in the running to be named the best fall color destination in the U.S. Vote now to help it keep its No. 1 title!

In 1992, Morrissey skipped the big cities and made Grand Rapids the first stop of his "Your Arsenal" press tour - MTV News even showed up to cover the surreal scene.

The top public high schools in Michigan highlights 20 schools providing top-notch educational opportunities.

The best tunes Jimmy Page and Robert Plant never wrote.

Chris Kael and Micah Moody, son of Five Finger Death Punch singer Ivan Moody tour the haunted prison at Inkcarceration 2025.

Chowhound named Cartier Mansion in Ludington Michigan’s top bed and breakfast, blending historic charm, gourmet breakfasts, and personalized hospitality in a lakeshore getaway.

After reports of shots fired in Muskegon late Monday, police used drones, set up a perimeter, and ultimately arrested a suspect who tried to hide under a school bus.

Alice Cooper, Bruce Dickinson and James Hetfield are among those beloved by fans for still performing at a high level beyond 60 years of age.

Ben & Jerry's ice cream has been around since 1978 and has become a staple brand in America and around the world. Jerry has decided to walk away from the brand.

Imagine a historic building transforming into a community hub again, blending the old with the new right in Grand Rapids. Exciting changes are coming to The Lit!

Aerosmith have announced their first studio release in 13 years, a collaborative EP with Yungblud titled 'One More Time.'

Atreyu's social media blackout with the message 'R.I.P.' did not signify a band split, but rather a new song titled 'Dead.'

From Portal’s secret Upper Peninsula lab to an Evil Dead outbreak set in Dearborn, here are the games rooted in the Mitten State.

The West Michigan Whitecaps tied a franchise record with 92 wins this season, but a surprising league rule means they won't get homefield advantage in the championship series, despite their impressive record.

Michigan’s BBB warns scammers are preying on workers seeking side hustles, from fake jobs to reshipping scams. Here’s how to protect yourself.

Construction from late September through October will impact drivers at the I-196/US-131 interchange in Grand Rapids. Repairs include concrete, painting, and bearing replacement. East- and westbound lanes and ramps will be affected.

A Chicago fan’s pledge to run a mile per point turned into a brutal 31-mile punishment.

Which toys made your childhood unforgettable? Here’s what Free Beer, Hot Wings, and the rest of the crew played with nonstop.