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After a shortened season in 2023, the SS Badger plans to set sail a month earlier than first thought.

A "State of Emergency" was declared for Kalamazoo, St. Joesph, Branch and Cass counties due to tornado damage.

Tuesday, May 7 will be the next Election Day in Michigan. Various issues will be on the ballot and many will vote on school-related proposals.

Michigan will host the current first lady and former President Trump, as both campaign for the upcoming Presidential Election.

Police again are urging both drivers and motorcyclists to use caution. Two more serious accidents took place over the weekend in West Michigan.

The Sheriff's Department asks we keep an eye out for thefts from construction sites in Kent County and beyond.

ElectionStats will offer a data warehouse of election information for those interested in Kent County election results.

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport held a ceremonial ground-breaking for a terminal enhancement project.

The West Michigan White Caps will be celebrating their Opening Night at Home this evening at LMCU Ballpark.

Many plan to gather to watch today's solar eclipse. Several libraries and museums plan to offer events.

The city of Grand Rapids is getting ready to host former President Donald Trump Tuesday afternoon. No rally is planned.

Former President Trump will visit DeVos Place in Grand Rapids, Tuesday, April 2.

After a shortened season in 2023, the SS Badger plans to set sail a month earlier than first thought.

A "State of Emergency" was declared for Kalamazoo, St. Joesph, Branch and Cass counties due to tornado damage.

Tuesday, May 7 will be the next Election Day in Michigan. Various issues will be on the ballot and many will vote on school-related proposals.

Former President Donald Trump will get a break from court and make campaign stops in Wisconsin and Michigan today.

State law enforcement officers team up to reduce distracted driving deaths and injuries.

New laws in Michigan will ensure high school coaches have proper certification for CPR and can use defibrillators.

Unused medications can be safely discarded at nearly 5,000 locations nationwide. There are more details on the Drug Enforcement Administration website: dea.gov.

Michigan will host the current first lady and former President Trump, as both campaign for the upcoming Presidential Election.

The Biden administration announced that they are setting new minimum staffing levels for nursing homes.

Police again are urging both drivers and motorcyclists to use caution. Two more serious accidents took place over the weekend in West Michigan.

Leaders gather to celebrate tourism in the state of Michigan and those individuals, organizations and communities that work hard to welcome visitors.

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport held a ceremonial ground-breaking for a terminal enhancement project.

For the fourth straight week severe weather and tornadoes do damage across the Plains.

Starlink missions had to call off their launch because of a valve problem.

Christians will gather with others to pray for our leaders and country. A special virtual National Day of Prayer service will be aired tonight at 8:00pm.

Unused medications can be safely discarded at nearly 5,000 locations nationwide. There are more details on the Drug Enforcement Administration website: dea.gov.

The U.S. Seante passed an aid package that includes funding for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.

The Biden administration announced that they are setting new minimum staffing levels for nursing homes.

The Israeli military fired shots on Iran near their capital. The U.S. said they were not involved.

Ford announces that a number of their Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles will be recalled. Owners will be notified in May.

The Internal Revenue Service today reminded millions of last-minute tax filers that the agency has a variety of free tools and resources available on IRS.gov.

The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after a container ship hits one of the columns.

More fake charity scams are being reported with criminals claiming to offer assistance to those in need.

An Oakland County jury found James Crumbley "guilty" on all counts. He will be sentenced next month.

The U.S. Seante passed an aid package that includes funding for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.

The Israeli military fired shots on Iran near their capital. The U.S. said they were not involved.

A number of lives have been lost because of an earthquake that shook Japan on New Years Day.

Israel and Hamas agreed to extend their cease-fire for two more days.

Cartier Park Pathway features a new art trail in Ludington.

Visit a time gone by in West Michigan. The Lakeshore Museum offers a Mother's Day discount and an opportunity to see what life was like during the Victorian Era.

A popular Entertainment Park near Detroit, will open their new 3-story go kart track.

Spring is the time to celebrate morel mushroom hunting and participate in Michigan Mushroom Festivals, like the ones in Mesick and Boyne City.

Michigan drive-in movie theaters are getting ready to open and Michigan has several of them to chose from.

Everything maple will be celebrated at the upcoming Michigan Maple Festival during the month of March. A family farm near Jones, Michigan will welcome visitors.

Clare turns green the third weekend of March to celebrate "Get Your Irish On" and to celebrate their Irish heritage.

Holland and Grand Haven are planning popular Girlfriends Weekend events during the month of March.

After a shortened season in 2023, the SS Badger plans to set sail a month earlier than first thought.

A "State of Emergency" was declared for Kalamazoo, St. Joesph, Branch and Cass counties due to tornado damage.

For the fourth straight week severe weather and tornadoes do damage across the Plains.

Starlink missions had to call off their launch because of a valve problem.

Tuesday, May 7 will be the next Election Day in Michigan. Various issues will be on the ballot and many will vote on school-related proposals.

Christians will gather with others to pray for our leaders and country. A special virtual National Day of Prayer service will be aired tonight at 8:00pm.

Former President Donald Trump will get a break from court and make campaign stops in Wisconsin and Michigan today.

State law enforcement officers team up to reduce distracted driving deaths and injuries.

New laws in Michigan will ensure high school coaches have proper certification for CPR and can use defibrillators.

Unused medications can be safely discarded at nearly 5,000 locations nationwide. There are more details on the Drug Enforcement Administration website: dea.gov.

Michigan will host the current first lady and former President Trump, as both campaign for the upcoming Presidential Election.

The U.S. Seante passed an aid package that includes funding for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.

The Biden administration announced that they are setting new minimum staffing levels for nursing homes.

The Israeli military fired shots on Iran near their capital. The U.S. said they were not involved.

Ford announces that a number of their Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles will be recalled. Owners will be notified in May.

The Sheriff's Department asks we keep an eye out for thefts from construction sites in Kent County and beyond.

The Food and Drug Administration has issued an alert for elevated lead levels in ground cinnamon products sold at discount stores such as Dollar Tree, Family Dollar and Save A Lot.

The state's first pediatric medical psychiatric unit will be added to the Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids.

Health Departments are offering free radon test kits. Next to smoking, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S.

President Biden announces the first 10 drugs to be targets for the price negotiation program between Medicare and pharmaceutical companies.

Analysts suggest high temperatures across the country may have an affect on gasoline prices.

The State's Supreme Court says changes enacted by the 2019 law were not intended to apply to those who were already covered.

Data breaches have led to millions of Americans vulnerable to having their data stolen.

The Foundation named after the owner of Olga's Kitchen wants to help other women business owners.

ElectionStats will offer a data warehouse of election information for those interested in Kent County election results.

Former President Donald Trump secured more than 50% of the votes in Iowa.

Tuesday is Primary Election day in Michigan. You'll find a link to information on voting locations, issues, and ballots here.

Christians will gather with others to pray for our leaders and country. A special virtual National Day of Prayer service will be aired tonight at 8:00pm.

The NAIA athletic division announced that they have had to come up with an official policy regarding transgender athletes.

The West Michigan White Caps will be celebrating their Opening Night at Home this evening at LMCU Ballpark.

The Chiefs beat the Ravens (17-10) & 49ers beat the Lions (34-31) to qualify for the Feb. 11 Super Bowl

Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh will become the next coach for the L.A. Chargers.

Coast Guard and Navy continued search in the hope they were wrong about the sound.

Data breaches have led to millions of Americans vulnerable to having their data stolen.