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Woman finally learns what happened to rapist who escaped decades ago
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Erma Shaw never stopped looking for the man who raped her as a child: her stepfather, Tommie Lee Hill, who escaped authorities and a 20-year prison sentence in the late 1970s. Shaw knew he would continue to attack other children if not caught. She stayed...
Justice 4 All Juneteenth Jam returning to Grand Rapids with nearly 50 vendors
GRAND RAPIDS, MI - The Justice 4 All Juneteenth kicks off in downtown Grand Rapids next week for its fourth year. June 19, 1865, marks the day enslaved Black Americans in Galveston, Texas, finally learned of their freedom. The news from federal troops came two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing slaves in all states.
Tucker Carlson, Kid Rock to stop in Grand Rapids during national arena tour
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — In his first-ever national arena tour, Tucker Carlson is set to stop in Grand Rapids this fall. Accompanied by special guest Kid Rock, Carlson will be reacting live to the latest developments within the presidential election at Van Andel Arena on September 20, according to event organizers.
No injuries reported after crash at MLK Drive and Fuller Tuesday afternoon
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Grand Rapids first responders were on the scene of a crash at the intersection of MLK Drive and Fuller Tuesday afternoon. The crash happened around 3:15 p.m. and involved two cars. The Grand Rapids Police Department said both vehicles were damaged and no longer drivable.
Rare rotting flesh-scented flower called ‘The Beast’ to bloom at Meijer Gardens
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – A rare, stinky flower is about to bloom at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids. The Amorphophallus titanum, more commonly known as a corpse flower, is expected to be at peak bloom between June 14 and 16 inside the Grace Jarecki Seasonal Display Greenhouse at Meijer Gardens.
Farms across West Michigan doing U-Pick berries
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The official start of summer is right around the corner which means West Michigan berry farms are busy with U-Pick season. "It's the best time of year to have them. I mean, in the summer, you want something light to eat, and fruit is one of the light things to eat," said Todd Quick, owner of Peach Ridge Farm in Grand Rapids.
What to do if your teen is drinking
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4)- Is your teen drinking, and are you unaware of what to do? A Wedgwood Christian Services Therapist, Hannah Reed, LMSW, CAADC, shares helpful tips. Refer to the PDF “Alcohol Awareness Tip Sheet” featured below. Sponsored by Wedgwood Christian Services.
Five story building, 181 apartments planned for vacant lot in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — A five-story, 181-unit apartment building with a ground floor cafe is planned for a vacant lot at the corner of Leonard Street and Lafayette Avenue on Grand Rapids’ Northeast Side. Sun Title Company owns the property where the building is planned, and the project...
West Michigan nonprofit says LGBTQ+ parents needed to foster LGBTQ+ youth
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A local nonprofit is advocating for LGBTQ+ youth in the foster care system. D.A. Blodgett St. Johns (DABSJ) is bringing awareness to the need for safe and affirming homes for LGBTQ+ youth in foster care during Pride Month. Nearly one-third of youth in foster care...
Innovative equine literacy program proves there’s no horsing around when preventing summer learning loss
ROCKFORD, Mich. — Parents and teachers are constantly looking for new ways to encourage reading, especially during the summer months when kids often put down the books and focus on other things. There’s an organization in Rockford that’s found a creative way to engage young readers. The Equest Center...
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