In Grand Rapids, politics news means city council decisions, election results, public policy and civic life. Coverage follows the actions of local government and the outcomes of administrative votes.
Community organizer David Bulkowski won the Grand Rapids comptroller seat, defeating incumbent Max Frantz, who is suing the city over changes to the office.
Live Poll
Should city managers be able to take over duties of elected officials like the comptroller?
Live Poll
Is installing flashing crosswalk beacons more effective than implementing physical traffic calming to slow local traffic?
The city is deploying 11 new safety beacons to improve conditions for people walking and biking across Grand Rapids.
Lisa Knight was re-elected to the Grand Rapids 2nd Ward city commission in unofficial results pending county certification.
Live Poll
Do you think converting one-way streets to two-way would improve your area's traffic?
City transportation officials are considering converting Lyon and Fountain streets in Heritage Hill from one-way to two-way traffic.
Mario Coronado-Juarez died in Grand Rapids on September 20, 2026, while fleeing a traffic stop initiated by ICE agents.
Coverage takes in municipal government sessions, legislative updates, election cycles and civic administration. Reporting reaches across the city and the communities around it. City budget allocations and zoning debates define the rhythm of local governance here, often shifting based on seasonal election cycles. Policy implementation and public testimony during council meetings remain the most common subjects in this sphere.
