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'We have not forgotten Damon': GRPD asks for help to solve 2020 murder
‘We have not forgotten Damon’: GRPD asks for help to solve 2020 murder
It’s been more than five years since a 43-year-old man was shot and killed in Grand Rapids’ Creston neighborhood. On Friday, police again asked for the community’s help to identif…
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January 30, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Poll: Will Punxsutawney Phil see his shadow this year?
Poll: Will Punxsutawney Phil see his shadow this year?
According to the myth, if Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, he will retreat to his den and winter will continue for six more weeks.
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January 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Grand Rapids family on 'Family Feud' win streak
Grand Rapids family on ‘Family Feud’ win streak
A family from Grand Rapids is on a “Family Feud” hot streak.
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January 30, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Don Lemon arrested by federal agents, attorney says
Don Lemon arrested by federal agents, attorney says
Former CNN anchor Don Lemon was arrested by federal authorities in Los Angeles late Thursday night, according to his attorney.
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January 30, 2026 at 1:30 PM
What happens when schools run out of snow days?
What happens when schools run out of snow days?
With the recent winter weather, several schools districts have reached the number of snow days allowed by the state.
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January 30, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Trump announces Kevin Warsh as Fed chair nominee
Trump announces Kevin Warsh as Fed chair nominee
President Donald Trump early Friday nominated former Federal Reserve board member Kevin Warsh to be the central bank’s next chair.
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January 30, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Aerial skier Kaila Kuhn's family key to Olympic journey
Aerial skier Kaila Kuhn’s family key to Olympic journey
When you are the parent of a prodigy, you have some tough choices to make. Few know that struggle better than the parents of the 2025 world championship-winning aerial skier Kaila Kuhn.
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January 29, 2026 at 11:21 PM
Prosecutor awaits investigation report in shooting death of 14-year-old
Prosecutor awaits investigation report in shooting death of 14-year-old
The Muskegon County Prosecutor’s Office is awaiting the results of a Michigan State Police investigation into the shooting and death of a 14-year-old in Fruitport Township.
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January 29, 2026 at 11:06 PM
Former Michigan Democratic Party treasurer accused of embezzling from vulnerable adult
Former Michigan Democratic Party treasurer accused of embezzling from vulnerable adult
Charges filed this week by the Kent County Prosecutor’s Office represent the latest turn in a yearslong legal saga now under scrutiny from multiple state officials and agencies.
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January 29, 2026 at 10:36 PM
Michigan native skier sets sights on rare trick at Winter Olympics
Michigan native skier sets sights on rare trick at Winter Olympics
If aerial skier Winter Vinecki is going to win an Olympic medal, she needs to push herself to limits only a few women have.
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January 29, 2026 at 10:05 PM
DNR: Confirmed cougar sightings in Michigan have doubled over last 3 years
DNR: Confirmed cougar sightings in Michigan have doubled over last 3 years
The latest data from the DNR shows confirmed cougar sightings surged in 2025, the latest sign that cougars once again live in the state.
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January 29, 2026 at 9:44 PM
School closing prediction for Friday, Jan. 30
School closing prediction for Friday, Jan. 30
Dangerously cold wind chills will likely close numerous school districts in West Michigan Friday.
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January 29, 2026 at 9:29 PM
Otsego, Plainwell: No need to run water to prevent water main freeze
Otsego, Plainwell: No need to run water to prevent water main freeze
Otsego and Plainwell city staff are advising people that they do not need to run their water to prevent freezing of public water mains.
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January 29, 2026 at 9:10 PM
Behind the Curtain: 'Kimberly Akimbo' will make you 'laugh and cry'
Behind the Curtain: ‘Kimberly Akimbo’ will make you ‘laugh and cry’
The latest show to visit DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids, “Kimberly Akimbo,” brings a unique story to the stage with many twists and turns.
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January 29, 2026 at 8:09 PM
For Grand Rapids-area economy, word of the year is 'slow,' expert says
For Grand Rapids-area economy, word of the year is ‘slow,’ expert says
Businesses in the Grand Rapids area can expect a year of slow growth and slow hiring, an economic expert told business leaders Thursday.
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January 29, 2026 at 7:48 PM
Michigan's first Bojangles restaurant opening soon in Wyoming
Michigan’s first Bojangles restaurant opening soon in Wyoming
Southern chicken chain Bojangles will officially open its first Michigan location on Tuesday.
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January 29, 2026 at 7:33 PM
Man sentenced for threats outside Trump rally: 'Worst joke attempt in history'
Man sentenced for threats outside Trump rally: ‘Worst joke attempt in history’
A man arrested outside a 2024 rally for then-presidential candidate Donald Trump near Grand Rapids has been sentenced to years of probation. He was also ordered to complete a program for those who …
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January 29, 2026 at 6:58 PM
4 take plea deals connected to $63 million mail fraud scheme
4 take plea deals connected to $63 million mail fraud scheme
Four people involved in a $63 million mail fraud scheme have taken plea deals, the U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan says.
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January 29, 2026 at 6:27 PM
Snow Sport Report: Jan. 29, 2026
Snow Sport Report: Jan. 29, 2026
Several factors will combine to make this perhaps the best weekend of the winter to enjoy winter sports. #Sponsored
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January 29, 2026 at 5:32 PM
GRFD reminding residents to remove snow in effort to improve response time
GRFD reminding residents to remove snow in effort to improve response time
The Grand Rapids Fire Department is asking for the community’s help to improve its response time.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Congress lurches toward government shutdown as leaders swap demands
Congress lurches toward government shutdown as leaders swap demands
Congress lurched a day closer to a partial government shutdown Wednesday after Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) laid out a list of major reforms Democrats want to make to the Departmen…
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January 29, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Report: Judge tosses sexual harassment lawsuit against for MSU football coach Mel Tucker
Report: Judge tosses sexual harassment lawsuit against for MSU football coach Mel Tucker
An East Lansing judge has reportedly dismissed Brenda Tracy’s sexual harassment lawsuit against former Michigan State football coach Mel Tucker.
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January 29, 2026 at 4:47 PM
Court documents: Triple murder suspect made up story about armed strangers before confessing
Court documents: Triple murder suspect made up story about armed strangers before confessing
When police responded to his tearful 911 call about a shooting Tuesday morning, Charles Broomfield told them that two men had broken in and killed his fiancée and her two sons, according to court d…
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January 29, 2026 at 4:32 PM
Dangerously cold wind chills return Friday morning
Dangerously cold wind chills return Friday morning
One last Arctic blast is expected in West Michigan before conditions improve into the weekend.
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January 29, 2026 at 4:17 PM