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Fatal crash involves 2 vehicles north of Grand Rapids
KENT COUNTY, MI - A fatal crash on Wednesday involved two vehicles north of Grand Rapids, police said. Troopers responded to the scene of a traffic crash on 14 Mile Road and Myers Lake Avenue in Courtland Township about 20 miles north of Grand Rapids, according to Michigan State Police in a 5:20 p.m., April 24 alert.
‘He just walked up on me’: 911 call by Grand Rapids murder suspect released
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The city of Grand Rapids released the 911 call made by a murder suspect earlier this month. Brandon Clark, 39, was shot dead near Highland Street and Lafayette Avenue on the morning of Saturday, April 13. Police later identified the suspect as 24-year-old Dayshaun Catledge....
Family searching for stolen ashes
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Rodney McFall lost his son, Jaysen Rodney McFall, to depression. “My son passed away February 26," Rodney McFall said. Jaysen was a young father. “He passed away from depression. When he passed away, we took the remains of the body and had them cremated,” Rodney McFall said.
Two Sides to the Story: GR car thefts declining; victims still voicing concerns
“Software patch or not, I'll never buy a Hyundai or Kia," said Jason Noling, who had his Hyundai stolen in 2022. "I'll never rent one. I don't even want to look at one.”
SafeChem Locations Available to Recycle Batteries, Electronics and More
The Kent County Department of Public works wants to make residents aware of a better way to dispose of cleaning supplies, electronics, batteries and other not easily disposable household items. The SafeChem program offers those living in the county five locations where you can safely dispose of hazardous waste, with...
'We hear you': New restaurant owners plan to return former Ottawa Beach Inn to comfort food
HOLLAND — Several months after Playa Tacos and Tequila was listed for sale, a new restaurant is moving in. Reservoir will have an Italian-focused menu, including seafood and pizza. The plan is to open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with late night options, plus vegetarian and vegan dishes. ...
Kentwood family of man struck, killed by unmarked police car retains civil rights attorney Ben Crump
KENTWOOD, Mich. — The family of 25-year-old Samuel Sterling has retained civil rights attorney Ben Crump. Crump's law firm said in a statement they are seeking justice. "It is unconscionable that Sameul Sterling was run over by a police officer's vehicle in broad daylight. The Michigan State Police officers involved in Samuel's death should be swiftly and thoroughly investigated for this senseless and preventable tragedy," Crump said.
Hidden gem brunch spot celebrates 100th birthday, becomes oldest restaurant in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Any day best begins, inside the Cherie Inn. A white brick building nestled into Cherry Street, Cherie Inn is a breakfast spot where customers drink their coffee and read the morning news — all within the same four walls where Michael Kulczyk is making his own.
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