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Across Grand Rapids, coverage here takes in crime, politics, business, and major lifestyle and community events. Reporting follows developments that impact daily life and the growth of the city.


Crime

Live Poll

Should local governments be allowed to exceed state tax limits to keep services?

Law Enforcement

Grand Rapids Rejects $300,000 Levy Increase

Voters turned down a referendum to exceed the state tax levy limit, leaving the town weighing budget cuts.

Grand Rapids Rejects $300,000 Levy Increase

Weather and Disaster

Live Poll

Should your community spend more on emergency shelter for homeless youth?

Severe Weather

Dozens Sleep Outside for Youth Homelessness Awareness

Covenant House Michigan's second annual Sleep Out in Grand Rapids drew dozens of participants sleeping on cardboard boxes.

Dozens Sleep Outside for Youth Homelessness Awareness

Politics

Live Poll

Should city managers be able to take over duties of elected officials like the comptroller?

Elections

Bulkowski Ousts Frantz in Grand Rapids Comptroller Race

Community organizer David Bulkowski won the Grand Rapids comptroller seat, defeating incumbent Max Frantz, who is suing the city over changes to the office.

Bulkowski Ousts Frantz in Grand Rapids Comptroller Race

Tech

Live Poll

Do you believe your business should actively adopt artificial intelligence tools to improve operations?

Artificial Intelligence

Real IT Solutions Named AI Award Finalist

The Grand Rapids firm has been recognized for its innovation in the field of artificial intelligence.

Real IT Solutions Named AI Award Finalist

Sports

Live Poll

Do you think paying for multiple streaming subscriptions to watch sports is worth it?

Football

Fans Crowd Grand Rapids Bar for Streaming-Only Game

Michigan and Michigan State's Paul Bunyan trophy game was available only on streaming platforms or at local bars, drawing fans to Big E's Sports Bar.

Fans Crowd Grand Rapids Bar for Streaming-Only Game

Regular subjects here include municipal elections and governance, criminal justice proceedings, economic shifts, and public safety. Coverage reaches across the city and the communities around it. The intersection of the local automotive sector and housing availability creates a specific rhythm to the reporting found here. Seasonal weather changes and infrastructure investments are the factors that most often constrain development and municipal planning.


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