Future unknown for wildlife rescue nonprofit after zoning issue
After operating for five years, the future of Forgotten Souls Rescue and Rehab is unclear in Schoolcraft Township following a zoning issue raised earlier this year
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Deputies: Three hospitalized after Allendale Township crash
Three people were hospitalized after a crash in Allendale Township Monday evening, deputies say.
Supreme Court rejects appeal over Michigan school's ban on ‘Let’s Go Brandon’ sweatshirts
The Supreme Court won't hear a challenge to a West Michigan school district's ban on shirts with the phrase “Let’s Go Brandon.”
'Betrayal': She fought drug traffickers in Honduras, but was denied U.S. asylum
Carolina Cnol may have survived a hail of gunfire in Central America, but it wasn’t enough to secure her asylum in the U.S.
From school to apartments: $16M project getting underway in Muskegon
The long-vacant Froebel School building in Muskegon will soon become affordable housing.
Fire damages Family Dollar in Battle Creek
No one was harmed when a fire sparked at a Family Dollar in Battle Creek Sunday night.
Deputies: Cement truck crash leaves one dead, four hurt
One person was killed and four people are in critical condition after a crash in Olive Township Monday afternoon, deputies say.
Kent County Sheriff's Office video shows deputies chase stolen vehicles
Dashboard and body camera footage released by the Kent County Sheriff’s Office shows deputies chasing multiple vehicles stolen in Ada Township and later officers pulling a suspect out of the Grand River.
Battle Creek lowers amount of fluoride in water due to shortage, rising costs
City officials in Battle Creek say they have temporarily reduced the amount of fluoride in the city’s drinking water to conserve supplies.
Kroger eyes Portage strip mall for grocery store
Kroger could transform a vacant strip mall in Portage into a grocery store.
KDPS seeks another suspect in related deadly shootings
Police say they are looking to find a second suspect in the first of two connected killings in Kalamazoo last week.
Over 15 local breweries to attend East Grand Rapids Harvest & Beer Festival
On Saturday, the Gaslight Village shopping district of East Grand Rapids will host more than 15 West Michigan breweries during the third annual East Grand Rapids Harvest & Beer Festival.
Jury picked as man stands trial for double murder in Grand Rapids
Nearly three years after two people were gunned down in a Burton Heights neighborhood, a jury trial for the accused killer got underway Monday.
Holland Civic Center to host seventh annual international festival
On Saturday, the Holland International Relations Commissions will host its seventh annual International Festival of Holland at the Holland Civic Center.
Event space, café: Hispanic Chamber unveils $10M headquarters in Grand Rapids
The West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hopes its new $10 million headquarters can "bring new life" to the neighborhood on Grand Rapids' southwest side.
Suspect in custody after Breton Village bank robbery: GRPD
A suspect is in custody after allegedly robbing a bank near Breton Village Monday morning, Grand Rapids police say.
Obama to stop in Michigan for Detroit campaign rally
Former President Barack Obama is planning a trip to Michigan to campaign alongside candidates on the ballot this November.
Court rules marijuana farm violated protected wetlands in Iosco County
A court has determined a Michigan marijuana farm violated state wetland protections in Iosco County.
2 people killed, including a student, after Florida school bus rolls over in crash, sheriff says
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (AP) — A school bus flipped over onto its roof during a multivehicle crash in central Florida on Monday morning, killing two people — including a 10th grade girl — and injuring several others, authorities said. Some 39 people were on the school bus that was headed to Winter Haven High School
Men who found lost hiker on Isle Royale share their story
Two men who rescued a Michigan man stranded for days on Isle Royale held a Reddit “Ask Me Anything” on Saturday evening.
Former GOP House Speaker Hastert dies at 84
Hastert was sentenced to prison in 2016 in a hush money case that revealed allegations of decades-old sexual abuse.
GRPD: 2 injured in late night crash near John Ball Zoo
Lake Michigan Drive NW was closed for several hours Sunday night into early Monday morning after two people were hurt in a late-night single-car crash, Grand Rapids police said.
Poll: What's your favorite fall treat?
With fall in full swing, it's time to enjoy some seasonal treats.
Deputies: Man dead after crash in Fork Township
A man died after a crash Sunday afternoon in Fork Township, deputies say.
Young, McMillan connect for 2 TDs to lead Panthers past Lions 32-26
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Panthers coach Dave Canales was a little worried after Bryce Young and Tetairoa McMillan had some issues connecting on passes in practice. You'd never know it by the way they played Sunday night. Young completed 29 of 41 passes for 329 yards and two touchdowns to McMillan, who had 14
Neighbors voice concerns over Kalamazoo gun violence
Two men are recovering after two separate shootings in Kalamazoo in just one day and neighbors are voicing concern over the recent string of violence.
Kyle Connor scores a pair of power-play goals as Jets squeak past Red Wings 3-2
Kyle Connor scored two of Winnipeg's three power-play goals and added an assist on the third as the Jets held off the Detroit Red Wings 3-2 on Sunday.
Keeping farmers safe during the harvest season
As harvest season gets underway across Michigan, farmers are spending long hours in the fields and that means more farm equipment on the roads.
Cedar Springs nonprofit gets new Zamboni for hockey season
A Cedar Springs nonprofit is getting a major boost as it works to make sports more accessible for families across West Michigan.
MSP: 2 arrested, no one hurt after Wyoming shooting
No one was injured or hit by a gunfire after a shooting in Wyoming Saturday, state troopers say.
Chicken chain expands again in October: Here's where
The company is getting even closer to having 1,000 restaurants.
Fire Prevention Week begins for GRFD
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Sunday marks the start of Fire Prevention Week, recognized by the Grand Rapids Fire Department. This year, the department is focusing on lithium‑ion battery safety. Fire officials say fires caused by these batteries are far more dangerous than the average fire. "They're very quick fires,"…
Nick Saban says NIL 'created an environment with no control, no guardrails'
"Now you've got transfers that are out of control. You've got salaries that are out of control," Saban said.
Crash causes power outage on Grand Rapids' northwest side
A single-vehicle crash caused a power outage in Grand Rapids Sunday morning.
Crash causes power outage on Grand Rapids northwest side
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — A single-vehicle crash caused a power outage in Grand Rapids Sunday morning. Officers with the Grand Rapids Police Department responded to a crash that happened around 4:30 a.m. near the intersection of Alpine Ave and Sylvia Street. On the scene, they discovered a vehicle that crashed into…
OCSO: 1 man killed after a crash in Tallmadge Township
TALLMADGE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WOOD) — A Coopersville man was killed in a crash in Tallmadge Township Sunday morning. The Ottawa County Sheriff's Office says they were called to the scene of a one-vehicle crash near Leonard Street and 14th Avenue around 3 a.m. Sunday. When they arrived, they discovered a 20-year-old…
Rural Michigan is running out of clerks to run its elections
Cassidy Taylor continues to manage elections for Fayette Township alongside her duties as Litchfield's city clerk while the township prepares for a special election in May to fill its vacant clerk position.
Rules for the gubernatorial debate on WOOD TV8
It is Debate Week in Michigan at WOOD TV8, and as the station prepares for Tuesday’s gubernatorial debate and Thursday’s U.S. Senate debate, here are the rules that the gubernatorial candidates have agreed to.
KDPS: 42-year-old hospitalized after shooting
KALAMAZOO, Mich. (WOOD) — A man is hospitalized after a shooting Saturday night, Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety says. Officers were called around 7:47 p.m. to the area of Ranney Street and South Park Street for reports of shots fired. After arriving on scene, they located a 42-year-old man who had been shot…
How to watch the Michigan debates this week
It’s Debate Week in Michigan, and it’s your opportunity to hear directly from the candidates for Michigan governor and U.S. Senate on the issues you care about.
The Fruit Ridge: West Michigan’s perfect plots for farming
It’s no surprise that large parts of West Michigan are dedicated to fruit-growing. What may be a surprise is that a particular stretch of West Michigan is practically the scientific ideal for it. It’s called the Fruit Ridge.
Few more clouds, slight breeze Sunday
Some afternoon clouds, a slight breeze and seasonable temperatures are all expected in West Michigan Sunday.
One couple performs their 54th polka set at Grand Rapids' Pulaski Days
As Pulaski Days comes to a close this weekend, one couple is celebrated their 54th year performing at the festival together. Ray and Julie Watkoski have performed at every single Pulaski Days since it first started in Grand Rapids.
Western Michigan goes ahead late in the fourth, holds on for victory when Buffalo goes for the win
Dieter Kelly kicked the go-ahead field goal with 79 seconds remaining and the Western Michigan defense held on fourth-and-goal with two seconds left in a 20-17 victory over Buffalo on Saturday in the Mid-American Conference opener for both teams.
To The Point: Chairmen speak ahead of upcoming election
With the November election drawing nearer, the Democratic and Republican state parties are hard at work campaigning for their candidates.
21-year-old woman dead, 18-year-old arrested following a Springfield shooting
One woman has died and a man has been arrested following a Springfield shooting, deputies say.
Grand Rapids celebrates the end of ArtPrize with downtown festivities
Voting for ArtPrize may be closed, but the city is still very much alive. Artists and enthusiasts spent Saturday making their way through Grand Rapids to catch one final glimpse of the ArtPrize entries before the winners are revealed.
Colton Joseph accounts for 4 touchdowns and Wisconsin routs Michigan State 31-3
Colton Joseph threw for three touchdowns and rushed for another score to lead Wisconsin to a 31-3 win against Michigan State on Saturday.
Minnesota beats Michigan 20-14 behind a dominant defense for a rare lift of the Little Brown Jug
Drake Lindsey threw the go-ahead touchdown pass to Darius Taylor early in the fourth quarter after two costly first-half interceptions, and Minnesota's defense overwhelmed quarterback Bryce Underwood to beat Michigan 20-14 on Saturday for the first time since 2014.
Con-Con? What voters need to know about Michigan's Proposal 1
As Michigan voters head to the polls in November, a ballot question will ask them if the state should call a convention to rewrite its constitution.
Farmhaus Farms offers u-pick apples, pumpkin donuts near Grandville
With over 150 years of history in his West Michigan farming family, John Behrens, owner of Farmhaus Cider, contends that there is no place quite like Farmhaus Farms.
Drive thrus are getting faster. This restaurant chain is fastest
Looking for the fastest fast food experience? A new study may help you decide.
Shuttered retailer expanding comeback to even more stores soon
You won't find the party favors in standalone stores.
California attorney general subpoenas OpenAI over cyber incidents
The Hugging Face hack was the first in a series of incidents in which AI agents have breached other firms or generally acted in ways that developers did not intend, sparking concerns about keeping the technology under human control.
KDPS: 1 person hospitalized after shooting; police looking for suspect
One person is in the hospital after a shooting in Kalamazoo Saturday morning, police say.
Yearlong drawn diary 'Sketchdiet' wins ArtPrize 2026
A sprawling visual diary showcasing a year's worth of meals and the moments surrounding them won ArtPrize 2026.
Sunshine filled first weekend of October
A quiet first weekend of October will bring an abundance of sunshine.
Artists say goodbye to their Artprize entries as the competition comes to a close
Friday marks the final night of ArtPrize and some artists are sending their pieces off with a grand finale.
Man dies in fatal Allendale Twp crash
A man has died following a crash in Allendale Township, deputies say.
Suspicious packages led to an FBI drug bust at a Grand Haven home
Nicholas Campfield faces a count of possession with intent to distribute 500 grams or more of a mixture or substance containing methamphetamine, federal court documents filed Thursday show.
'Hugely impactful': Relationship runs deep for rival West Michigan coaches
In a video found in News 8's archives, a young Jeff Dock was working with then offensive coordinator Todd Kolster. Dock and Kolster will face off Friday as Thornapple Kellogg visits Kolster's Catholic Central team.
Truck hauling 40,000 pounds of sand rolls; driver hospitalized
A 72-year-old gravel truck driver was hospitalized after a rollover crash in the Borculo area Friday afternoon.
Rising costs, construction prompt pet store's exit from Grand Rapids
A pet store and dog grooming business is shutting down its Grand Rapids location, citing rising costs, difficulties caused by construction in the area, and the changing character of the neighborhood.
Meals on Wheels of West Michigan to host fundraiser in Grand Rapids
On Wednesday, nonprofit Meals on Wheels of Western Michigan will host its 12th annual Chef's Specialty fundraising event at the Goei Center in Grand Rapids to help support its food service programs for seniors across Kent County and Allegan County.
Last apartments cleared after ricin exposure in Hastings
More than three weeks after being forced to leave their apartments at a Hastings building because of ricin exposure, the final residents were allowed to return home Friday.
Stories from survivors woven into new YWCA tapestry
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — A new artwork at the YWCA West Central Michigan in Grand Rapids will honor victims and survivors of domestic violence. The artwork is a woven cloth tapestry created by artist Brecia Kralovic-Logan of the Women's Woven Voices collaborative art project and was unveiled Friday to mark the…
Corrections officer charged with sexually harassing co-worker
A corrections officer from Adrian has been charged with multiple counts of criminal sexual conduct for allegedly harassing a co-worker at the Gus Harrison Correctional Facility.
Grand Rapids Bug Club to host free, all-ages art event
After recently celebrating its one-year anniversary, the Grand Rapids Bug Club is continuing its monthly events at Speciation Cellars this Tuesday.
'Premeditated': 2 charged with murder after killing and 'retaliation' death
In back-to-back court appearances Friday, two men were formally charged with murder after two Kalamazoo mothers were shot and killed earlier this week. The second killing is believed to have been committed in retribution for the first.
FedEx sued over allegations of unpaid overtime
More than 100 lawsuits have been filed against FedEx on behalf of Michigan workers who claim they were not paid overtime.
List: October events at Hackley Public Library in Muskegon
The Hackley Public Library in Muskegon offers free activities and events throughout the year for children, teenagers and adults.
CBS announces Tony Romo's permanent exit following arrest for operating a vehicle while intoxicated
CBS Sports and Tony Romo have officially parted ways, one month after the former Dallas Cowboys quarterback pleaded no contest to charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Romo had been on leave since his July 23 arrest in Wisconsin. He had been the lead game analyst for CBS’ NFL coverage since 2017. “CBS…
KCAS Pets of the Week: Moth and Lunchbox
This week's featured adoptable pets from the Kent County Animal Shelter are two dogs: one sweet and one active.
Chem Central property declared PFAS contamination site
The Michigan PFAS Action Response Team has confirmed there is PFAS contamination at Chem Central, a longtime manufacturing property in Wyoming.
October 9, 2026, Football Frenzy: Highlights
It's Week 6 of the Football Frenzy, which means conference contests are heating up.
Teen sentenced to decades for attempted murder, still awaiting trial for murder
Cartiyae Pascal, the teen accused of shooting a man in front of his mother outside a convenience store more than two years ago, has been sentenced to decades behind bars. He is still awaiting trial for the killing of fellow teenager Amillier Penn in June 2024.
Asian street food restaurant plans Wyoming location
K-Pocha, which is known for its Korean corn dogs and a range of other Asian street foods, is working to open a new location in metro Grand Rapids.
PWHL Detroit announces schedule for inaugural season
PWHL Detroit has announced the schedule for its inaugural season.
Park Township woman charged after allegedly signing, returning kids' ballots
A woman is facing charges of absentee ballot tampering after election officials say she signed and returned two ballots on behalf of her adult children.
After 5 River Trail deaths, Lansing police investigating 'commonalities'
The Lansing Police Department is scheduled to hold a news conference at 10:00 a.m. today to provide updates on recent homicides along the Lansing River Trail.
Lowell woman, 77, dies after being hit by car in crosswalk: Police
A 77-year-old woman died days after being hit by a car while crossing a Lowell street in a crosswalk, police say.
1 injured in early morning Almena Township crash
A Kalamazoo man is in the hospital after an early morning crash involving a sedan and a delivery truck in Almena Township, the Van Buren County Sheriff's Office said.
Inside East Grand Rapids' 'Chicken Man' tradition
The “Chicken Man” is the longest-tenured of four leaders in the student section at East Grand Rapids High School.
Teen pulled from Grand River after stolen car chase ends in crash: Police
What began as a police chase following multiple stolen vehicles ended with a teen being rescued from the Grand River early Friday morning, the Kent County Sheriff's Office said.
Kindness, community, and a flute help East Grand Rapids student shine
For most people at East Grand Rapids High School football games, the marching band is part of the Friday night tradition. For 11th grader Kinsley Timmer, it has become much more than that.
2 Bradford White workers hit by semi while striking
Workers at Bradford White in Middleville have now been on strike for about two weeks, demanding better wages and a better contract, but safety concerns have arisen on the picket line after a semi-truck making a delivery to the factory hit union workers.
Pistons, Jalen Duren agree to five-year, $200 million extension
Jalen Duren is staying in Detroit. The All-NBA center has agreed to return to the Pistons on a 5-year, $200 million extension, according to reports from ESPN.
KDPS: One hospitalized after Kalamazoo shooting
One person was hospitalized after a shooting in Kalamazoo Thursday night, police say.
Geneva Township man arrested in multi-felony drug bust
A man was arrested and is facing multiple felonies after police found cocaine and weapons inside his Geneva Township home.
MDOT: Multiple people injured in US-131 crash north of Rockford
A portion of US-131 north of Rockford was shut down Thursday afternoon after a crash involving multiple vehicles.
Rising diesel costs could threaten farm profits in Michigan
Diesel prices are remaining above $6 a gallon in Michigan as farmers head into one of the busiest times of the year — harvest season.
Video shows high-speed chase after Kalamazoo County deputy shot
Newly obtained video footage shared moments leading up to a shooting that left a Kalamazoo County Sheriff's deputy injured, followed by a car chase through three counties in July.
GRPD asks community for help in locating a hit-and-run suspect
Grand Rapids Police are asking the community for help in locating a suspect responsible for an August hit-and-run.
Meijer donates $1M to a new library set to open in Walker
Meijer has donated $1 million in support of a new library in Walker, which expected to open its doors later this month.
Plainwell Department of Public Safety receives Rewarding Responders Grant
The Plainwell Department of Public Safety has been selected to receive a Rewarding Responders Grant, the City of Plainwell said in a statement.
Prosecutor asks for more information after alleged car break-in suspect stabbed
The Kalamazoo County prosecutor has sent the case of a homeowner accused of stabbing and killing an alleged car break-in suspect back to police, telling them he needs more information before he can make a charging decision.
Woman charged in deadly crash near Holland
A woman had been charged for her role in a drunken driving crash that left a person dead and multiple people injured in Holland Township, deputies say.
A Kalamazoo man has been convicted for 2025 shooting
A Kalamazoo man has been convicted of several felonies following a 2025 Kalamazoo shooting.
What's next for RiverTown Crossings mall?
The company that owns RiverTown Crossings says the mall is on an upward trajectory, touting the recent addition of new shops and planning more growth in the future.
Nurse charged with helping suspect escape ICE custody at Ann Arbor hospital
A nurse from eastern Michigan faces a federal misdemeanor charge for helping a man escape ICE custody at an Ann Arbor hospital.