Grand Rapids

4/17/2026 9:11:50 PM

A Sudden Deluge Leaves Local Shop Swamped With Repair Costs

Grand Rapids Business Owners Grapple with Costly Flood AftermathHeavy rainfall that inundated West Michigan this week has left a trail of significant property damage, with several local businesses fac...

4/17/2026 7:20:22 AM

Building for the Floods: Resilient Expansion in a Wetter World

Grand Rapids Museum's Major Expansion Engineered for a Changing ClimateA significant museum expansion in Grand Rapids is being constructed with a future of higher water levels in mind. The project's f...

4/5/2026 5:07:01 AM

How Communities Are Building Trust and Safety After Tense Police Encounters

Caravan Protest in Grand Rapids Demands Police AccountabilityA procession of vehicles wound its way through the streets of Grand Rapids on Sunday afternoon, a rolling demonstration sparked by recent u...

3/27/2026 5:19:20 AM

Man found not guilty in downtown shooting case

Man Cleared of All Charges in 2023 Grand Rapids Homicide CaseA Kent County jury has found a man not guilty in connection with a 2023 fatal shooting in Grand Rapids. The verdict, delivered this week, c...

3/26/2026 5:09:13 AM

Mayor's Vision: Grand Rapids on the Brink of a Remarkable Boom

Grand Rapids Mayor Outlines Ambitious Vision for City's Future in Key Address In a wide-ranging speech to community leaders, the mayor of Grand Rapids presented a forward-looking assessment of ...

1/30/2026 10:17:48 PM

The Truth Behind Trees That Explode: An Expert Investigates

The Truth Behind 'Exploding Trees': A Scientific ExplanationDuring a deep freeze, the quiet of a winter forest is sometimes shattered by a sound resembling a gunshot. This phenomenon, often described ...

1/17/2026 6:13:39 AM

Viral TikTok Duo's Secret Stunt Nets Charity a Huge Surprise Windfall

British TikTok Duo's Grand Rapids Visit Sparks Unprecedented Fundraising Wave A surprise visit from a pair of British social media personalities to a Grand Rapids nonprofit has resulted in a st...

1/13/2026 8:08:48 PM

Start Your New Year With a Money Mindset That Works

A Financial Reset: Practical Steps for a More Secure New Year As the calendar flips, the promise of a fresh start often turns toward our wallets and bank accounts. For many, the new year is the per...

4/17/2026 7:22:31 AM

3D Mammography Mobile Unit Arrives at Wyoming Clinic

Mobile 3D Mammography Unit Brings Vital Screenings to Wyoming Community A state-of-the-art mobile health unit equipped with advanced 3D mammography technology is scheduled to provide services at a ...

4/9/2026 3:11:38 PM

Your 2026 Summer Concert Series Lineup is Here

Frederik Meijer Gardens Unveils Ambitious 2026 Concert SeasonIn a move that has captivated the West Michigan arts community, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park has announced its full concert lin...

3/30/2026 7:11:21 PM

Rising Poet Champions Art as a Force for Change

Grand Rapids Poet Laureate to Lead Lecture on the Power of Words in Activism GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The city's current poet laureate is set to lead a public lecture exploring the enduring connection...

3/27/2026 5:18:28 AM

Gas prices soaring? Here's how rideshare drivers are adapting.

Rideshare Driver Navigates Soaring Fuel Costs in Tight Economy"Every Mile Counts Now": Driver Speaks on Financial SqueezeA rideshare driver, who we are calling Marcus to protect his privacy, is detail...

3/25/2026 7:12:45 AM

Empowering Youth to Break the Cycle of Gun Violence

Grand Rapids Task Force Aims to Curb Gun Violence Through Youth Outreach A new initiative in Grand Rapids is taking a targeted approach to reducing gun crime, focusing its efforts on the city's you...

1/30/2026 10:17:24 PM

3 Ways Local Faith Leaders Are Taking Action to Stop the Violence

Grand Rapids Faith Leaders Unveil Community Action Plan to Address Violence A coalition of local pastors in Grand Rapids has presented a formal strategy aimed at tackling the root causes of violenc...

1/13/2026 8:09:15 PM

Prosecution Details Evidence Against Mother Accused of Killing Child

New Testimony Emerges in Decades-Old Cold Case Murder A long-dormant murder investigation has been reactivated following a surprising development. Prosecutors have announced they will present new t...

1/12/2026 4:11:29 AM

Local Fish Store Faces Soaring Import Prices

Grand Rapids Aquatic Retailer Faces Financial Pressure from Import Tariffs A specialty aquarium store in Grand Rapids is navigating choppy financial waters, citing escalating costs linked direc...

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White House hantavirus and Ebola response raises eyebrows amid COVID stance.

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6/11/2026 7:19:50 PM

Socioeconomic inequality physically rewires children's developing brains

Early Life Stress and Child Brain Development Linked to Sleep and Neighborhood EconomicsA growing body of research is redefining our understanding of early childhood development, suggesting that a chi...

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Ebola tests in DRC are faster, yet critical gaps leave cases slipping through

Ebola Testing Advances in DRC, But Gaps Remain CriticalThe ability to test for Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has seen notable improvements in recent months. However, public health expe...