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      • Michigan
        Michigan's 'I Voted' sticker contest returns; here's how to submit an entry
        Kellen Voss
        Today's Forecast
        Today's Forecast: Mostly cloudy. Chance of a light shower or drizzle
        Kevin Craig
        Kent
        Microsoft hosting community meeting on proposed data center in Gaines Twp.
        Kathryn Havrilla
        Grand Rapids
        The largest tropical butterfly exhibition in the country returns to Grand Rapids
        Andy Curtis
        Ionia Greenville Lowell Belding
        Tickets sold out, lodging becomes scarce months ahead of Ionia Freak Fair
        Paige Meyer
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        Gas prices could rise amid Iran conflict, GasBuddy analyst says
        Elliot Grandia

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        West Michigan just saw its coldest winter in over a decade

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        A look at this year's Friends and Families of Cystic Fibrosis Masquerade Ball

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        Michigan

        Michigan soldier, families reflect on the cost of service amid rising tensions

        Carolyn Clifford
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          Father found guilty for giving gun to son before Georgia school shooting

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          US says it cannot help Americans leave Israel amid escalating Iran conflict

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          Mortgage rates are dropping, but can you actually afford a home?

          Maura Barrett

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        Gov Whitmer focuses on literacy, housing, healthcare in final State of the State

        Josh Berry
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        Grand Rapids

        Grand Rapids NFL veteran competes on FOX's 'Next Level Chef'

        Matt Witkos
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        Kalamazoo

        Portage senior center works to protect neighbors from scams

        Julie Dunmire
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        Michigan taxpayers frustrated by long delays in state tax refunds

        Peter Maxwell
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        You can try $6 noodle bowls at NoodleFest in Grand Rapids this Sunday

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        East Grand Rapids Forest Hills Cascade

        East Grand Rapids to host Fine Arts Fair in Gaslight Village

        Cassandra Alonso
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        WHAT'S GOING ON? What to know about the work on Plainfield Avenue

        Robb Westaby
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        Rockford Cedar Springs Sparta

        Sparta fraud suspect arrested in Florida after a multi-state investigation

        Daren Bower
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        Kentwood Wyoming Byron Center

        Wyoming Daycare temporarily closes, leaving families scrambling for childcare

        Waleed Alamleh
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        Michigan

        Smuggling scheme charges against scientists dropped thanks to China, says lawyer

        ED WHITE
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        Kalamazoo

        KDPS: 17-year-old injured in Kalamazoo shooting

        James Lewis
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        Ionia Greenville Lowell Belding

        Lowell Arts at Sound Check Concert Series continues this Saturday

        Paige Meyer
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        Sports

        Verlander and Valdez will get $31 million in deferred money from Tigers

        RONALD BLUM
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        No. 3 Michigan beats Minnesota, clinches share of 1st Big Ten title since 2021

        LARRY LAGE
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        Michigan

        Governor Whitmer plans to address education in State of the State address

        Brittany Toolis
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        McLellan expects Dylan Larkin to be back with Red Wings for Thursday's game

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        Morning News

        INTERVIEW: Stroke Risk Reduction & how it's different for women

        James Lewis
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        Holland Zeeland

        Culture Cheese Shop in Holland offering free wine tasting March 7

        Alina Hauter
      • 2025 World Ice Fishing Competition

        Montcalm

        FISH ON! Lakeview hosting National Ice Fishing Championship

        Andy Curtis
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        Michigan

        Michigan marijuana sales drop steeply in January amid new tax and harsh winter

        Peter Maxwell
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        Today's Forecast

        Tonight's Forecast: Partly cloudy, very cold

        Kara James
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        Muskegon

        15-year-old killed, man injured in Muskegon Heights shooting

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        Muskegon

        Former Cole's Quality Foods workers get retirement funds following FOX 17 report

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        Grand Rapids

        Commissioners pressed for change in first meeting since deadly OIS

        Josh Berry
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        Grand Haven Allendale Spring Lake

        Spring Lake Village Council considers purchasing corner property for development

        Zachariah Wheaton
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        Grand Rapids

        Grand Rapids commission approves $14.56M contract in rapids restoration project

        FOX 17 News
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        Walker Northview Comstock Park

        Human remains found in Comstock Park near US-131, investigation underway

        FOX 17 News
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        East Grand Rapids Forest Hills Cascade

        City water vs. private wells: What Cascade neighbors need to know amid PFAS

        Cassandra Alonso
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        Grand Rapids

        Grand Rapids police chief reflects on 4-year tenure

        Matt Witkos
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        Ionia Greenville Lowell Belding

        Ionia County neighbors brace for eastbound I-96 construction

        Paige Meyer
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        Grand Rapids

        Grand Rapids preps parking plan for new amphitheater opening

        Matt Witkos
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        Kalamazoo

        Portage switches to single trash hauler

        Julie Dunmire
        Sand Lake Fire Department

        Kent

        Sand Lake to partner with communications firm during fire services dispute

        Sam Landstra
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        Kentwood Wyoming Byron Center

        Kids' mental health facility at Pine Rest to open next month with therapy dog

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        Rockford Cedar Springs Sparta

        Rockford promotes Lieutenant Brandon Boelema to top public safety post

        Daren Bower
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        Walker Northview Comstock Park

        Update: 82-year-old man dies after Plainfield Township crash

        Zac Harmon
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        Muskegon

        'I've never heard of them before': Suspect in bar stabbing pleads not guilty

        Zac Harmon
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        Morning News

        Brief drop in gas prices wiped out in recent rise at the pump

        Elliot Grandia
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        Sports

        Pistons lose in potential NBA Finals preview with the Spurs

        LARRY LAGE
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        Morning News

        Can I drink coffee? Answering some commonly-searched pregnancy questions

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        Morning News

        Pet Adoption Tuesday: Meet Bronko!

        Kathryn Havrilla
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        Michigan

        Siberian Husky rescued after being stranded on ice near Gordie Howe bridge

        Jolie Sherman
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