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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.

Mandisa enjoyed a long career in the Christian Music realm, encouraging millions while lifting the spirits of countless people around the world, and pointing listeners towards her Savior.

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.

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

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.

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.

An Oakland County judge sentences the parents of Ethan Crumbley, to 10 to 15 years in prison.

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.

Companies, organizations and groups are preparing in different ways for the upcoming eclipse.

The 49-acre park offers gorgeous scenery along both natural and paved trails.

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.

The federal government will provide a loan to help startup the nuclear power plant near South Haven in Covert Township.

Amway plans to add 260 jobs as they invest $127 million to expand their location in Ada Township.

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

Kraft Heinz in Holland will receive money for upgrades that are meant to help slash emissions.

The Attorney General supports a lawsuit to shut down the Line 5 Pipeline in northern Michigan.

A water main break on Sunday, brought a "Boil Water Advisory" for some 20,000 in NE Grand Rapids. That was finally lifted on Wednesday.

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

GRCC says they'll increase tuition rates by 3%.

Grand Rapids Water customers East of US 131 and North of Hall Street should NOT drink the tap water without boiling it first.

Best Buy warns of defective air fryers that are being recalled.

Cornerstone University will host national guests on March 14, as they discuss how Christians, and the church, play a vital role to bringing healing to the nations and America.

Grand Rapids could get a new elementary school to house Aberdeen and Palmer students.

A Disaster Recovery Center will open this week in Kent County to help those impacted by the storm from last August.

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 LaughFest comedy of laughter will raise money for those locally dealing with cancer and grief.

Gov. Whitmer urges small businesses impacted by the lack of snow to apply for available federal funding.

The USA TODAY's "Readers ' Choice 10 Best" again recognizes the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.

A lawsuit claims Walmart falsely inflated product weight and customers who qualify could benefit.

A taste of Spring comes to the DeVos Place downtown Grand Rapids this weekend. The show opens Thursday afternoon and runs through Sunday.

The National Weather Service will survey damage from high winds across parts of Southern Michigan, specifically in the Grand Blanc area and near Marshall.

Calvin University President Wiebe Boer handed in his resignation.

Some AT&T customers will get a small rebate on their bill because of the recent service interruption.

Several cell phone users had a difficult Thursday after their cell phone service was not available.

Thousands of cell phone users have been unable to place calls or text this morning due to outages in major U.S. cities.

Some 150,000 borrowers are set to get their student debt forgiven. They include many that are enrolled in the SAVE program.

More children will benefit, after the DeVos Family Foundation donates to three pediatric care facilities in metro Grand Rapids.

FEMA wants to make sure that victims of the August 2023 storms in West Michigan could be eligible for disaster assistance.

Nearly $1 Billion in grants from the Infrastructure Law will go to Improve 114 airports across the United States. Grand Rapids, Hastings, Traverse City and Flint will benefit.

The Michigan GOP says Kristina Karamo is out and Pete Hoekstra will serve as chairman.

The Grand Rapids Boat Show will feature over 30 dealers with more than 400 boats from over 80 manufacturers.

Today marks the one year anniversary of the tragic events that took place on the campus of Michigan State University where 3 students lost their lives and 5 others were injured.

Capt. Miguel Nava was one of five Marines who lost their lives when a helicopter crashed during a training exercise in California.

Ground was broken for a new affordable housing project that will be located in Spring Lake.

Governor Whitmer shared with lawmakers her $80.7 billion dollar proposed budget for the next fiscal year.

A Michigan jury finds a mother guilty in a landmark case. The jury said the parent should be held accountable for the deadly actions of their son.

Senators negotiated over the weekend and unveiled an immigration measure that also allows for more aid for Israel and Ukraine.

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

Michigan residents are being asking if the state should change the gas tax for a road usage charge.

Early Wednesday morning, lawmakers voted along party lines, to send two articles of impeachment against Alejandro Mayorkas to the House of Representatives

A major recall can impact owners of older models of Corolla, Matrix, RAV4, and Pontiac Vibe vehicles.

The Internal Revenue Service will begin accepting and processing 2023 tax returns.

The Appeals Court says there is enough evidence to send Christopher Schurr to trial for the murder of Patrick Lyoya.

Gov. Whitmer addressed state lawmakers to look back and lay out priorities for the next year.

LaughFest returns to Grand Rapids March 6-10, 2024, to encourage those locally dealing with cancer and grief.

Funding will become available for multiple housing developments in Michigan and increase the number of affordable options.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis suspended his Republican presidential campaign over the weekend and supports Donald Trump.

Charcuterie meat snack trays sold at Sam's Club and Costco stores is tied to salmonella poisoning.

The biggest RV show in the state of Michigan takes place at DeVos Place this weekend and kicks off Thursday and runs through Sunday.

The cold temperatures and icy roads have resulted in closings and more are staying home. Consumers Energy offers tips on helping to save on heating bills.

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

Today is a federal holiday and many schools are closed as well as government and federal offices. You may need to check before you go.

Some parts of West Michigan could get up to a foot of new lake effect snow from a storm system that arrives Friday morning and continues into Saturday.

Lawmakers continue to work on a deal to prevent a partial government shutdown.

A Grand Haven man faces theft charges and is accused of stealing from the Meijer mPerks program.

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

A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that Texas hospitals are not required to provide emergency abortions.

Consumers Energy says 72 turbines will help power about 80,000 households.

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

Experts predict that gas prices will continue to remain lower and the average price will drop in 2024.

The State Supreme Court says former President Donald Trump's name can appear on the Michigan Presidential Primary Ballot.

The Attorney General reports a second data breach that may impact thousands of patients of Corewell Health.

A federal court ruled that Michigan's redistricted maps are unconstitutional.

Toyota and Lexus are recalling a number of their popular vehicles over an air bag defect.

The Colorado Supreme Court voted to remove Donald Trump's name from the state's presidential primary ballot.

General Motors will make cuts at the Orion Assembly Pland and the Lansing Grand River Assembly.

Governor Whitmer signs the final measure of the "Reproductive Health Act"

U.S. Postal Service announces deadlines for holiday deliveries. Other carriers have their own holiday deadline schedules.

The Right Place says the West Michigan area has rebounded from the COVID pandemic.

Violence against health care workers has been on the increase since the start of COVID.

Local groups cut the ribbon on new facilities meant to help the homeless and support seniors in the Grand Rapids area.

Amazon Prime members can get $25 tickets to fly home for the holidays.

HAS HEART is a Veteran operated coffee shop at Veterans Memorial Park in Grand Rapids.

The state "Get Ahead of Lead" campaign helps residents determine and prevent lead exposure.

Michigan Veteran Homes' 'Make a Veteran Smile Campaign' brings joy to veteran members around the Christmas holiday period.

The Governor signed a series of bills that she says, will allow the state to deliver 100% clean energy by 2040.

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

A 4-day cease in fighting will allow for the release of some hostages and humanitarian aid to get into Gaza.

A series of bills have been signed into law that would expand consequences for those charged with misdemeanor domestic violence offenses.

The Grand Rapids Public School District is considering changes that will impact their future and want input from the public.

An Amtrak train hit an empty vehicle and derailed near New Buffalo, Michigan.

House members come up with a two-part measure to keep funding the federal government through early next year.

As Thanksgiving gets closer, many local groups want to make sure meals are available for those who many need the extra encouragement.

Gas prices are expected to be less expensive compared to last Thanksgiving travel season.

The U.S. and others have urged Israel to let more humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip.

There are reports that Ottawa County will pay Health Officer Adeline Hambley to settle her lawsuit.

The House voted to censure Democratic Rep. Rashida Tlaib of Michigan to rebuke her rhetoric about the Israel-Hamas war.

Governor Whitmer signs bills expanding resources for victims of crimes, addressing nursing shortage, other legislation.

Peter Meijer announces that he plans to run for the U.S. Senate seat that would replace Debbie Stabenow.

Pfizer says they will be laying off some 200 workers at their plant in Portage.

Some 400 Americans were said to be in Gaza and now the U.S. State Department says many will be able to flee into Egypt.

It was a record setting snowy October 31st and the heavy snow brought down branches and power lines and closed a number of schools along the lakeshore.

A three-day walkout continues at some of the pharmacy chains across the country.

All three of the big three automakers in Detroit apparently have a deal with striking UAW members.

Three missionaries from West Michigan, serving with Kenya Hope, were involved in a deadly car crash in Kenya.

There could be an end to the six-week-old strike after Ford and the UAW reach a tentative contract agreement.

Another 5,000 UAW workers are ordered to go out on strike in Texas.

The UAW orders Stellantis Sterling Heights Assembly Plant to go out on strike.

There is still no Speaker of the House but 9 more candidates say they want to be considered .

Cornerstone University believes that an outstanding private Christain education should be attainable for all students and families.

The Breton Grove community project will bring more affordable housing options and help those struggling to find a place to live.

Automakers are frustrated that contract negotiations aren't going better and that they are not much closer to an agreement with the striking UAW members.

A Ford plant in Kentucky is ordered to go on strike after negotiations fail to make progress.

Michigan launches a new talent attraction marketing initiative that will begin running ads across the country.

The United States says they will support Israel as they defend themselves from terrorists and Hamas.

Pres. Biden announces a new round of federal student loan forgiveness.

October is Pastor Appreciation Month, but this Sunday is Pastor Appreciation Day.

The U.S. Supreme Court is back from the summer recess and are scheduled to hear a number of key cases.

Lawmakers came up with a temporary measure to keep the government operating until November 17.

Several people and several guns were part of a deadly crime scene early this morning in Grand Rapids.

Hyundai and Kia are recalling nearly 3.4 million vehicles and telling owners to park them outside due to the risk of engine compartment fires.

Many companies are gearing up for a busy holiday season, including UPS.

Ford announces that they will temporarily halt the development of a new EV plant in Marshall.

Consumers Energy shares new long-term goals that will shorten power outages and impact fewer customers.

UAW President Shawn Fain says the union will expand their strike to more plants.

Consumers Energy proposes renewable energy offerings that would provide greater access and affordability for their customers in Michigan.

High schoolers who graduate with a 3.0 or higher grade point average have guaranteed admission to most state public universities.

Rosa Parks Circle will host an innovation festival that connects the worlds of art, music, science, and technology.

No contract was reached and the UAW targets three plants, including one in the Detroit area.

Over 800 artists have entered ArtPrize. The event runs Sept. 14 - Oct. 1, 2023 in downtown Grand Rapids.

Pennsylvania prison officials say authorities used heat sensors and a K9 unit to help find an escaped prisoner.

Michigan's Attorney General is suing the Ford International Airport for reportedly failing to properly address PFAS contamination.

Today is the 22nd anniversary of 9/11 when terrorists hijacked 4 planes and hundreds of lives were lost.

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport has been named one of the top best small airports by USA TODAY. The public is encouraged to vote in the latest Reader's Choice Awards.

Several gathered in Lansing to protest high rent and lack of affordable housing in Michigan.

Former Grand Rapids Police Officer Christopher Schurr will have his case considered by the Michigan Court of Appeals

'The Shark' will try again after an earlier attempt in August was hampered by poor weather conditions.

Many Americans will head out of town to celebrate the Labor Day weekend. The Mackinac Bridge Walk on Monday will attract hundreds and the bridge will be closed 6:30 a.m. - Noon.

The Lions open their season with a win over Super Bowl champs Kansas City Chiefs, 21-20.

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

Governor Whitmer outlines the areas she sees as crucial to Michigan moving forward.

Patrick Lyoya lawsuit against former G.R. police officer is moving forward, but with some adjustments.

Storms with high winds knocked down power lines across the state.

The latest Kids Count data shows fewer kids in Michigan live in poverty, but many expect those numbers to rise as COVID-era policies expire.

GR Police Department says the new drones will help with safety, crime solving and prevention.

The Chose Kindness Project provides resources aimed at adults to help children dealing with bullying and other mental health issues.

Consumers Energy says those who wish to continue using their credit or debit card will be charged a processing fee of $2.99.

Gov. Whitmer announces a new "Make it in Michigan" investment to build affordable house and support businesses.

Two pilots ejected from a plane at the Thunder Over Michigan air show.

The FDA identified these testing products may not be safe or effective.

D.A. Blodgett-St. John's opens their transformative headquarters facility in Grand Rapids and improve their campus integration plan.

A lawsuit was filed in Michigan to block a plan that would cancel student loans.

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

The one day strike was authorized after talks between the union and system broke down.

Damage to the vessel's ramp system has forced the company to conclude their season earlier than anticipated.

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

The World Health Organization releases a new report on the artificial sweetener aspartame and says evaluate your usage. High amounts could be dangerous, but it is still considered safe.

Alzheimer's Disease drug Leqembi, should be widely covered by the federal Medicare health insurance program.

Investigators have now concluded their "Search & Rescue" operation into missing submersible in the North Atlantic.

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.

On Sunday, astronauts from Saudi Arabia rocketed toward the International Space Station on a chartered flight.

Women may want to consider getting a mammogram every-other-year at the age of 40.

The fighting continues in Sudan and the U.S. decides to evacuate about 80 government personnel and their families.

Perrigo announces a voluntary recall of limited quantity of Gerber® Good Start® SootheProTM Powdered Infant Formula.

While the loss of power to our homes can be frustrating and troublesome, they don't need to be any more of a problem than they are. These tips can help you before, during, and after a power outage.

Following such tragic situations like the one in East Lansing, mental health resources become extremely valuable in helping people cope with such traumatic incidents. There are resources available for help.

Some meat might be missing soon from your favorite charcuterie presentation. A nation-wide recall is underway.

The Workplace Mental Health Hub has been launched in Michigan and it's intended to provide more resources to build mental health strategies.