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Corewell Health Stops Gender-Affirming Care for Minors
News Summary Corewell Health, Michigan’s largest hospital system, announced it will no longer prescribe gender-affirming hormone therapy and puberty blockers to minors. This decision is driven by potential legal risks...
Homicides Decrease in Grand Rapids Amid Ongoing Gun Violence Concerns
News Summary Grand Rapids has seen a slight decline in homicide cases in 2025, with nine reported by early September compared to ten in the same timeframe last year. Seven...
MSU College of Human Medicine Dean Resigns Amid Controversy
News Summary Dean Aron Sousa of Michigan State University’s College of Human Medicine has resigned, effective immediately. His departure aligns with MSU’s contentious restructuring plans to merge the college with...
Grand Rapids Faces Surge in Gun Violence Homicides
News Summary Grand Rapids has reported nine homicides this year, raising concerns about gun violence and public safety. Recent shootings claimed the lives of two individuals, with no suspects identified....
Godfrey-Lee School District Faces Layoffs Amid Budget Cuts
News Summary The Godfrey-Lee School District has laid off five employees, including three principals and a dean of students, due to a $900,000 budget shortfall caused by declining student enrollment....
Grand Rapids to Launch Major Solar Energy Initiative
News Summary Grand Rapids is set to begin a significant solar energy project aimed at powering municipal buildings, traffic signals, and streetlights throughout the city. The two-megawatt solar array will...
Grand Rapids Police Identify Victims in Recent Homicides
News Summary Grand Rapids police have identified Dayshawn Guyton and Marcus Jerome Jones, victims of separate homicides that occurred just days apart. The investigations are ongoing, and authorities are seeking...
Former Grand Rapids Shriners Treasurer Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement
News Summary Richard Ivan Williams, the ex-treasurer of Grand Rapids Saladin Shriners, has pleaded guilty to embezzling over $1.4 million from the organization. His fraudulent activities spanned several years, involving...
Grand Rapids Prepares for Amway Stadium Construction
News Summary Grand Rapids, Michigan is set to construct the Amway Stadium, an 8,500-seat multi-use venue planned to be completed by May 2027. The project has commenced with groundwork and...
Suspect Arrested for Pointing Unregistered Firearm in Kentwood
News Summary In Kentwood, Michigan, police arrested a suspect after they allegedly pointed an unregistered gun at another person during a confrontation on Sunday evening. The Kentwood Police Department quickly...
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CRIME
Homicides Decrease in Grand Rapids Amid Ongoing Gun Violence Concerns
News Summary Grand Rapids has seen a slight decline in homicide cases in 2025, with nine reported by early September compared to ten in the same timeframe last year. Seven...
Grand Rapids Faces Surge in Gun Violence Homicides
News Summary Grand Rapids has reported nine homicides this year, raising concerns about gun violence and public safety. Recent shootings claimed the lives of two individuals, with no suspects identified....
Grand Rapids Police Identify Victims in Recent Homicides
News Summary Grand Rapids police have identified Dayshawn Guyton and Marcus Jerome Jones, victims of separate homicides that occurred just days apart. The investigations are ongoing, and authorities are seeking...
Former Grand Rapids Shriners Treasurer Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement
News Summary Richard Ivan Williams, the ex-treasurer of Grand Rapids Saladin Shriners, has pleaded guilty to embezzling over $1.4 million from the organization. His fraudulent activities spanned several years, involving...
Suspect Arrested for Pointing Unregistered Firearm in Kentwood
News Summary In Kentwood, Michigan, police arrested a suspect after they allegedly pointed an unregistered gun at another person during a confrontation on Sunday evening. The Kentwood Police Department quickly...
Grand Rapids Police Investigate Deadly Shooting at Local Park
News Summary A man was killed in a shooting at Mackay-Jaycees Park in Grand Rapids, prompting an investigation by the GRPD’s Major Case Team. Officers found the victim dead at...
ECONOMY
Godfrey-Lee School District Faces Layoffs Amid Budget Cuts
News Summary The Godfrey-Lee School District has laid off five employees, including three principals and a dean of students, due to a $900,000 budget shortfall caused by declining student enrollment....
Grand Rapids to Launch Major Solar Energy Initiative
News Summary Grand Rapids is set to begin a significant solar energy project aimed at powering municipal buildings, traffic signals, and streetlights throughout the city. The two-megawatt solar array will...
Grand Rapids Prepares for Amway Stadium Construction
News Summary Grand Rapids, Michigan is set to construct the Amway Stadium, an 8,500-seat multi-use venue planned to be completed by May 2027. The project has commenced with groundwork and...
Calvin University Faces Enrollment Challenges Due to Visa Delays
News Summary Calvin University in Grand Rapids is experiencing significant enrollment challenges for its international student program this fall due to visa processing delays. The institution expects to welcome only...
Branch Out Productions Celebrates Release of ‘Holy Hustle’
News Summary Grand Rapids-based Branch Out Productions celebrates its latest film, ‘Holy Hustle’, which explores the journey of pastor Marcus Thompson amid the challenges of faith and community expectations. Directed...
West Michigan Prepares for Significant Temperature Drop
News Summary West Michigan is set for a significant temperature drop as a cold front moves in, with forecasts predicting highs in the 60s by the end of the week....
Grand Rapids Housing Market Stays Resilient Amid Trends
News Summary The housing market in Grand Rapids, Michigan, shows resilience with high prices despite a national trend of price cuts attributed to decreased demand. A critical housing shortage within...
Grand River Greenway Project Set for Completion in West Michigan
News Summary The Grand River Greenway project, backed by a $150 million investment, aims to add 31 miles of trails over the next two years. Enhancing the existing 85-mile trail...
Local Rooster Clyde Becomes Grand Rapids Sensation
News Summary A rooster named Clyde has taken up residence outside the Family Dollar store in Grand Rapids, Michigan, charming locals and sparking community interest. Since his arrival from the...
Rainfall Offers Temporary Relief Amidongoing Drought in West Michigan
News Summary West Michigan experiences significant rainfall, bringing hope to drought conditions. While many areas remain parched, some communities report heavy rainfall. Predictions suggest dry weather returns, raising concerns about...
SPORT
Grand Rapids Prepares for Amway Stadium Construction
News Summary Grand Rapids, Michigan is set to construct the Amway Stadium, an 8,500-seat multi-use venue planned to be completed by May 2027. The project has commenced with groundwork and...
Bus Driver Charged After Crash Injures Students in Grand Rapids
News Summary Angela Fitzgerald, a 45-year-old bus driver, faces multiple charges after a crash injured four students from the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre. The incident occurred while transporting students to...
Small Aircraft Crash in Kent County Claims Two Lives
News Summary A tragic crash involving a Vans RV-14A aircraft in Kent County resulted in the deaths of two men from Northern Michigan. The incident, which took place near Lowell...
Grand Rapids Fire Hospitalizes One at Lamberton Lake Apartments
News Summary A fire broke out at the Lamberton Lake Apartments in Grand Rapids, resulting in one person being hospitalized. Fire crews from both Grand Rapids and Plainfield responded quickly...
Tragic Drowning Incident at Millennium Park
News Summary A 6-year-old child was found underwater at Millennium Park in Kent County, Michigan, during a family outing. Emergency responders and community members searched for the child after reports...
Grand Rapids Coach Shares Inspiring Stroke Survival Story
News Summary Eric Taylor, the dean of student life and coach of the Grand Rapids Christian varsity boys basketball team, recounts his stroke survival experience to raise awareness during National...
DISASTERS
Urgent Search Underway for Missing Women in Wyoming and South Dakota
News Summary Authorities are actively searching for Tuyen Pham and Linda Thacker, two women who vanished in August. Pham, missing since August 10, is at-risk, while Thacker disappeared on August...
Grand Rapids Reels from Labor Day Shootings
News Summary Grand Rapids faced alarming violence over Labor Day weekend, with two shootings resulting in one death and three injuries. The first shooting occurred early Tuesday, leaving a man...
West Michigan Prepares for Significant Temperature Drop
News Summary West Michigan is set for a significant temperature drop as a cold front moves in, with forecasts predicting highs in the 60s by the end of the week....
Tragic Shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis
News Summary A devastating shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church during a school Mass resulted in two children’s deaths and numerous injuries. The lone gunman, armed with multiple weapons, took his...
Motorcyclist Dies in Tragic Collision with Intoxicated Driver
News Summary A motorcyclist has tragically died following a collision with a vehicle driven by a suspected intoxicated driver in Wyoming, Michigan. The accident occurred at approximately 12:20 a.m., when...
Tragic Crashes Claim Lives in Amish Community
News Summary Two tragic accidents in Montcalm Township, Michigan, involving pickup trucks and Amish buggies resulted in fatalities and critical injuries. A 4-month-old baby lost their life in one crash,...
Rainfall Offers Temporary Relief Amidongoing Drought in West Michigan
News Summary West Michigan experiences significant rainfall, bringing hope to drought conditions. While many areas remain parched, some communities report heavy rainfall. Predictions suggest dry weather returns, raising concerns about...
Motorcyclist Dies in Grand Rapids Collision
News Summary A tragic accident in Grand Rapids resulted in the death of a motorcyclist following a collision with a vehicle at the intersection of Diamond Avenue NE and Malta...
Industrial Facility Fire in Walker, Michigan
News Summary A significant fire erupted at an industrial facility in Walker, Michigan, early Saturday morning, prompting a swift response from local firefighters. The Walker Fire Department, along with assistance...
Major Gas Leak Causes Traffic Shutdown and Shelter-in-Place Order in Walker, MI
News Summary A significant gas leak on Fruit Ridge Avenue NE in Walker, Michigan prompted emergency responses and a shelter-in-place order on August 8. Firefighters responded to a broken gas...
HEALTH
Corewell Health Stops Gender-Affirming Care for Minors
News Summary Corewell Health, Michigan’s largest hospital system, announced it will no longer prescribe gender-affirming hormone therapy and puberty blockers to minors. This decision is driven by potential legal risks...
MSU College of Human Medicine Dean Resigns Amid Controversy
News Summary Dean Aron Sousa of Michigan State University’s College of Human Medicine has resigned, effective immediately. His departure aligns with MSU’s contentious restructuring plans to merge the college with...
Massage Therapist Pleads Guilty to Aggravated Assault
News Summary Dana Piper, a 63-year-old massage therapist, has pleaded guilty to aggravated assault following allegations of inappropriate conduct during therapy sessions. The Kent County Sheriff’s Office found substantial evidence...
Grand Rapids City Commission Approves Police Salary Increases
News Summary The Grand Rapids City Commission has approved new contracts for police unions, granting significant salary increases for officers over the next three years. Police personnel will see a...
Grand Rapids Introduces Cutting-Edge Hypertension Treatment
News Summary Grand Rapids is now providing the innovative Symplicity Spyral™ renal denervation system for hypertension treatment at Trinity Health Grand Rapids Heart and Vascular. This minimally invasive procedure offers...
Grand Rapids Explores Noise Ordinance Updates Amid Protests
News Summary Grand Rapids is considering updates to its noise ordinance due to complaints about excessive noise from protests outside women’s health clinics. Concerns involve the use of loudspeakers and...
Rare Freshwater Mussels Discovered in Plaster Creek
News Summary A recent survey in Plaster Creek, Kentwood, revealed over 500 freshwater mussels, including several rare and endangered species. Conducted by biologists from Grand Valley State University and Calvin...
Grand Rapids Symphony Musicians Enhance Patient Care Through Music
News Summary Musicians from the Grand Rapids Symphony are volunteering to provide live music during hospital treatments. This initiative, part of the Music for Health program, aims to enhance patient...
Birth of Snow Leopard Cub at John Ball Zoo
News Summary A snow leopard cub was born at the John Ball Zoo, bringing hope for the conservation of this vulnerable species. Mother Yuki and her cub are in good...
New Snow Leopard Cub Arrives at John Ball Zoo
News Summary John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has welcomed a new snow leopard cub, born on July 28, 2025. Mother Yuki and her cub are both healthy and...
TECH UPDATES
Grand Rapids Community College to Launch AI Course
News Summary Beginning in winter 2026, Grand Rapids Community College will offer a new course centered on artificial intelligence (AI), funded by a $438,685 grant from the National Science Foundation....
Grand Rapids Community College Launches New AI Degree Program
News Summary Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) has launched an Associate of Applied Arts and Sciences degree program focused on artificial intelligence (AI). This new curriculum includes specialized courses in...
New Community Transformation Fund Invests in Minority-Owned Businesses
News Summary The New Community Transformation Fund (NCTF) has announced new investments in four minority-owned businesses, reflecting its ongoing commitment to diversity and economic growth in Michigan. The invested companies...
Grand Rapids Named Fastest Growing City in the U.S. for Jobs
News Summary Grand Rapids, Michigan has been recognized as the fastest growing city in the United States for jobs and new talent, according to a LinkedIn study. The city’s vibrant...
Microsoft Acquires Land for Potential Data Center in Gaines Township
News Summary Microsoft has purchased 316 acres of land for $45.3 million in Gaines Charter Township, aiming to potentially develop a data center. This strategic acquisition aligns with plans to...
Local Veteran Inspires Creativity in Children with Wimee the Robot
News Summary A local veteran in Grand Rapids has launched Wimee the Robot, a puppet character designed to inspire children’s creativity and interest in STEM education. Created by Michael Hyacinthe,...
US Signal Invests $200 Million in Data Center Expansion
News Summary US Signal, a Grand Rapids-based firm, announces a $200 million investment to enhance its data centers in Belleville, Michigan, and Des Moines, Iowa. The project includes a significant...
Local Student Wins Award for Innovative Farming App
News Summary Krishna Mano, an 11th grader at City High School, has won a prestigious award for his app ‘Krishi’ aimed at helping local farmers sell their produce online. Recognized...
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