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A 3-year-old boy fatally shot himself after finding a loaded gun in his family’s home. His mother is now facing manslaughter charges.

When a West Michigan animal shelter lost nearly $5,000 in vaccines, the community stepped up in a huge way to help. Here’s how they helped Harbor Humane Society recover.

A new case of highly pathogenic avian influenza has been found in a backyard flock in Allegan County, West Michigan. Learn about the dangers of bird flu and what to do if you're exposed.

A new bridge is about to change the way families enjoy the area — and it all kicks off this Saturday!

Blanford Nature Center has a new Virginia opossum! Vote for your favorite "O" name—Odin, Opie, Orville, or Oscar—before Sept. 26 and help welcome this adorable resident.

Grand Rapids’ Madcap Coffee is competing for USA Today’s Best Independent Coffee Shop award. Vote daily through October 20 to support this local gem!

Major League Baseball will use robots to help call balls and strikes starting in the 2026 season.

The wait is over: West Michigan’s new soccer team will unveil its name Sept. 27 at Calder Plaza. The club joins MLS Next Pro in 2027 at Amway Stadium.

These creepy, cute cups could be perfect for trick-or-treating.

A Michigan high school football player suffered two spinal fractures after an opponent body-slammed him after the whistle was blown. The terrifying incident was caught on video by the player's mother.

One Macomb County man is retiring early after a $5 scratch-off ticket won him a half-million dollars.

In Grand Rapids’ Oak Grove Cemetery stands a Wind Phone, a black rotary phone not connected to anything, where people can share words or sit with silence for those they’ve lost. It’s a tender space built by local death care workers.

Jimmy Fallon’s recent Detroit visit included a stop at Miller’s Bar, a legendary Michigan burger joint. Already named included in national rankings, Readers Digest declares it Michigan's best burger.

Cosmic Baseball is coming to Grand Rapids in 2026! Glow-in-the-dark balls, neon uniforms, and a night-time transformation make this the ultimate family-friendly baseball experience.

Many Michigan museums have dinosaur bones on display but does that mean dinos roamed Michigan? Or not? Here are some details...

Southwest Michigan plays a key role in fall's biggest traditions. Yes, our pumpkins are a big deal nationwide.

Seen hydrants gushing in Michigan this fall? It’s not random—it’s essential water system maintenance. Your coffee thanks them, your laundry… not so much.

From Gaylord to Cheboygan, Michigan’s elk herd puts on a wild autumn show. Find out the best places and times to see them in action this season.