Government News

Kent County Approves $80 Million for Housing Projects

News Summary The Michigan State Housing Development Authority has sanctioned nearly $80 million for three major housing projects in Kent…

1 week ago

Sibley Elementary Principal Resigns After 28 Years

News Summary Principal Roselyn Charles-Maher of Sibley Elementary has announced her resignation from Grand Rapids Public Schools after 28 years,…

1 week ago

Police-Involved Shooting in Cutlerville, Michigan

News Summary A tense standoff in Cutlerville, Michigan, escalated when an armed 66-year-old man threatened residents, leading to a police-involved…

1 week ago

New Legislation Proposed for Road Maintenance Funding in Michigan

News Summary State Rep. Phil Skaggs has introduced House Bill 4735, which aims to increase funding for road maintenance through…

2 weeks ago

Total Loss for Plainfield Township Home After Devastating Fire

News Summary Early Saturday morning, a devastating fire resulted in the total loss of a home in Plainfield Township, Grand…

2 weeks ago

Custom Orthotic Brace Helps Flamingo Walk Again at John Ball Zoo

News Summary Andes, a 14-year-old Chilean flamingo at John Ball Zoo, has received a custom-made orthotic brace after developing a…

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Semi Truck Crash Causes Fuel Leak in Grand Rapids

News Summary A semi truck crash on US-131 in Grand Rapids resulted in a significant fuel leak and traffic disruptions…

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DOJ Seeks One-Day Jail Sentence for Convicted Officer

News Summary The U.S. Department of Justice is requesting a one-day jail sentence for Brett Hankison, the former police officer…

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Michigan Residents to Receive Retroactive Unemployment Payments

News Summary The Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency has announced that nearly 48,000 residents will be receiving retroactive unemployment payments due…

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Grand Rapids Named Top Midsized ‘City on the Rise’

News Summary Grand Rapids has earned recognition from LinkedIn as the leading midsized 'City on the Rise' for its growth…

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