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The Frederik Meijer Gardens will host the annual Butterflys are Blooming event. This is the 30 season for the gardens in West Michigan.

Over its' history, the Holland Tulip Time Festival has been nominated for several awards. This year, another nomination is waiting.

Storm warnings are no longer in effect for most of the area, but that doesn't mean the problems are gone.

Bitter cold temperatures means a greater demand for heat. Consumers Energy is providing some tips to keep those bills from biting our wallets.

Ground breaking is taking place today for a state-of-the-art, freestanding children’s rehabilitation hospital dedicated to helping kids achieve the best possible outcome through compassionate collaboration, innovation and interdisciplinary care.

Republican Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance will hold a campaign rally in Byron Center Township this afternoon.

The Michigan Crime Victim Compensation will include more benefits and opportunities for those who have been hurt and are trying to heal.

Perrigo says some powdered baby formula has high levels of Vitamin D and needs to be recalled.

Both Presidential nominating parties come to the Detroit area today as candidates make stops in key battleground states.

The Michigan Supreme Court says the state minimum wage will increase to around $12.50 next February.

Vintage Vibes of Battle Creek announces their Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Thursday, August 1st.

Gas prices have jumped to almost $4 a gallon in West Michigan.

Many people are planning ahead to take part in the 66th Annual Mackinac Bridge Walk on Labor Day weekend.

Many areas of Southern Michigan are dealing with continued rainfall due to the recent hurricane and that could result in flooding for many homeowners and communities.

Bystanders tried to help save a person who was struggling in Lake Michigan Tuesday afternoon.

The Versiti Blood Center of Michigan issues a plea for donors saying patient care is as risk.

Michigan recently lost two dedicated police officers.

State lawmakers worked through the night to finalize a nearly $83 Billion dollar state budget for the next fiscal year.

Michigan will be impacted by a Heat Advisory this week and we are encouraged to stay cool and check in on family and neighbors.

Beware: Police say a group that's traveling around, uses posters to collect money to pay for a fake funeral for a child.

Michigan's Attorney General announced a lawsuit against a storm chasing tree service group out of Florida.

An informational Open House takes place June 4, to share details about restart efforts for the Palisades Power Plant near South Haven.

In both cases, police were chasing a suspect, who was then struck. In one instance the officer is charged but in the other case no charges will be brought against them.

Gun violence increases during the summer months and law enforcement want to partner with neighborhoods to keep them safer.

A Michigan dairy worker has been diagnosed with bird flu and has since recovered.

Gotion has plans to build an electric vehicle battery plant near Big Rapids, but many in the area are still against the idea.

A West Bloomfield doctor was part of a medical team in southern Gaza but his return trip out of the country, took longer than expected.

The Attorney General says at least 6 people have been arrested for their alleged roles in stealing more than 400 vehicles across the state of Michigan.

More people are spending time cruising the Great Lakes region and pouring money into local economies.

Another fatal motorcycle crash took place in West Michigan.

Planet Finess offers a free workout program for High School students during the summer months.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

The Detroit Lions beat Tampa Bay to move on to the NFC title game and face the 49ers.

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

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.

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.

Michigan beat Washington to win the NCAA Football Championship title and will celebrate Saturday evening.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

Next summer the Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids welcomes new Southwest Airlines service to Nashville.

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.

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.

Negotiations continue with the UAW and the Big Three automakers but no new strikes were ordered at their factories.

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

Detroit Tigers icon Miguel Cabrera finishes 21-year MLB career. Comerica Park celebrated with back-to-back sell outs.

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.

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.

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.

Bissell Pet Foundation will send a team to Maui to help with displaced animals.

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

An EF-1 tornado touched down in the city of Perry Friday night. Many were without power and it was a busy weekend of cleanup.

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

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.

The Manitowoc began leaking fuel after docking in Manistee.

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

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.

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.