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Michigan’s Marquette makes HGTV’s list of top 40 small downtowns, with historic streets, breweries, coffee shops, and year-round outdoor activities.

New albums, surprise reunions and John Stamos made for a memorable Riot Fest in Chicago this year.

My Chemical Romance (MCR) recently wrapped up 'The Black Parade Tour' on September 13, 2025. The Black Parade Tour returns in 2026 with a date in Michigan.

Grand Rapids commuters face weeks of I-196 lane closures and ramp shutdowns as MDOT repairs five bridges at the downtown interchange.

Road closures, a shelter-in-place order—this week reminded us just how serious gas leaks can be. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.

The chill in the air is driving bats into homes, and one of them might carry a hidden danger. Stay tuned for essential health updates.

See the best metal albums of the last 25 years, from 2000 through 2024

Ticks have been increasing in Michigan over the last few years. Now, the state is facing an invasive tick that can kill cattle.

With only a few months left in the year, we gathered a list of the biggest rock and metal tours happening during the fall of 2025.

My Chemical Romance have booked both U.K. and European and U.S. dates in celebration of 'The Black Parade' album for 2026.

Mudvayne's Chad Gray reveals there was one essential for him when it came to reuniting with the band and fans are now getting to hear that paid off.

A fictional cereal company in Hollywood Studios secretly nods to Battle Creek, Michigan.

Some of them are the bands' worst albums PERIOD.

A bat in Kent County tested positive for rabies, prompting health officials to issue a public warning. The virus is almost always fatal once symptoms appear and can be transmitted through an unnoticeable bite.

A new synthetic drug called 7-OH is showing up on store counters across Michigan. Health experts say it’s just as risky as fentanyl and are pushing for a ban.

In general, their set was a highlight of the festival so far!

"We are deeply saddened by this and our hearts go out to all of those affected," the band said in their official statement.

With dead birds turning up in Muskegon, local health officials are urging caution. This situation has everyone thinking twice before heading outside.