News Summary Microsoft has announced it will lay off 6,000 employees, representing about 3% of its global workforce. This significant organizational shift affects employees at...

News Summary On May 8, 2025, Grand Rapids experienced a major power outage affecting 6,000 customers, particularly in downtown and East Hills neighborhoods. Four Grand...

News Summary On May 12, teachers from Grand Rapids Public Schools rallied for a 7.5% pay increase during ongoing collective bargaining negotiations. The educators highlighted...

News Summary In January 2025, the Dick and Betsy DeVos Family Foundation introduced the ‘Capacity Building: Grand Rapids’ initiative, aimed at enhancing the sustainability and...

News Summary Herb Alpert delighted fans at DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids with a nostalgic concert celebrating the music of the Tijuana Brass. At...

News Summary In Grand Rapids, Edwin Junior Meyer has pleaded guilty to assault with intent to murder after a shooting incident captured on the victim’s...

News Summary The Michigan Secretary of State is hosting a Road to Restoration clinic in Grand Rapids to assist residents with driver’s license reinstatement. This...

News Summary Educators in Grand Rapids Public Schools are advocating for a 7.5% pay increase as the district sees ongoing protests and a staffing crisis....

News Summary Cousins Maine Lobster is celebrating the grand opening of its food truck in Grand Rapids on April 26. This marks the brand’s 85th...

News Summary Grand Valley State University (GVSU) has approved a 4.7% tuition increase for the 2024-25 academic year, impacting both in-state and out-of-state students. Tuition...