Grand Rapids government news

Grand Rapids Remembers George Floyd Five Years After His Death

News Summary The Grand Rapids community held a gathering to honor George Floyd on the five-year anniversary of his death.…

2 months ago

Legislation Reintroduced for Federal Recognition of Grand River Bands

News Summary U.S. Representatives Hillary Scholten and John James have reintroduced legislation to grant federal recognition to the Grand River…

2 months ago

City Commission Rejects Navarro Plaza Name for New Park

News Summary The Grand Rapids City Commission has voted against naming a new park in Roosevelt Park 'Navarro Plaza' due…

2 months ago

Marcus Lofton Murder Trial Commences in Grand Rapids

News Summary The murder trial of Marcus Lofton has begun in Grand Rapids, focusing on the death of his wife,…

2 months ago

Concerns Surround Tariff Policies in Manufacturing Sector

News Summary Walker Tool & Die President Jeff Umlor discussed with Senator Gary Peters the unpredictable impact of tariff policies…

3 months ago

Grand Rapids Addresses Yard Waste Management Post-Storm

News Summary Following severe storms in West Michigan, Grand Rapids is reminding residents of the yard waste collection options available…

3 months ago

Legislation Reintroduced for Grand River Bands Federal Recognition

News Summary U.S. Representatives Hillary Scholten and John James have reintroduced the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians Restoration Act…

3 months ago

Abdul El-Sayed Launches Senate Campaign in Grand Rapids

News Summary Abdul El-Sayed has officially launched his campaign for the U.S. Senate in Grand Rapids, targeting the seat left…

3 months ago

Grand Rapids City Commission Consolidates Voting Precincts

News Summary The Grand Rapids City Commission has voted to consolidate voting precincts, reducing their number from 74 to 59,…

3 months ago

Florida Ready to Ban Fluoride in Public Drinking Water

News Summary Florida is on the verge of becoming the second U.S. state to prohibit the use of fluoride in…

3 months ago