National Politics

Trump pardons 11 people, including several for Clean Air Act violations

Local News

Consumers Energy restores power after Michigan storms

Kalamazoo

Woman trapped after tree falls on Parchment home during storms

Kalamazoo

Massive tree limb crashes in Portage, damaging fence and pool

Sports

Defending World Cup champion Argentina survives scare from underdog Cape Verde

Entertainment

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married in Madison Square Garden ceremony

Grand Rapids

How bartenders watch for intoxication signs this Fourth of July

National Politics

Trump posts new image of $100 bill with his signature

Kalamazoo

Schoolcraft Fourth of July parade returns after year off

National News

Descendant of Washington's enslaved cook says America's story should include all

Grand Rapids

Everything you need to know before you go: Grand Rapids 4th of July fireworks

Muskegon

Search for missing Muskegon County teen stretches past one week

Grand Rapids

Police: Wrong-way crash on US-131 near Wealthy Street, suspects on the run

National News

Extreme heat disrupts some Fourth of July festivities

Michigan

2 dead, 1 hurt after shooting at Fairlane Town Center in Dearborn, say police

National Politics

Gov. Wes Moore sidesteps 2028 talk while defining what patriotism means to him

Ottawa

Coopersville motorcyclist suffers life-threatening injuries in crash with bus

Grandville Hudsonville Jenison

Jenison launches girls varsity high school hockey team

National Politics

One year after passage, Trump health care law remains politically divisive

West Nile cases surge in 2026 as CDC issues holiday advisory

National News

Toddler found alive in morgue hours after being pronounced dead by doctor 

This no-bake berry trifle brings a festive twist to the Fourth of July

America 250

Trump to celebrate America's birthday at Mount Rushmore

National News

SSA issuing 250th anniversary Social Security cards

Birthday Shoutouts

Birthday Shoutouts (July 3, 2026)

America 250

Times Square ball drop rings in America's 250th birthday

Michigan

Michigan lawmakers pass $75 billion 2027 budget after overnight session

America 250

Michigan students honor soldiers buried in Europe for America's anniversary

Michigan

Lake St. Clair named among top 10 best bass lakes in the U.S. once again

Sports

Eovaldi takes a no-hitter into the 5th in the Rangers' 10-4 win over the Tigers

National News

Scorching temperatures force changes to some July 4 events

Scripps News Life

July 4 closures start Friday for some offices and services

Local News

How to stay safe with fireworks and grills this 4th of July

Morning News

West Michigan Fourth of July cookout prices beat national average

Morning News

JAMPACKED JULY: Check out these summer events from the WMTA

National Politics

Poll: Americans excited to celebrate July 4, but divided on Trump’s role

Today's Forecast

Tonight's Forecast: Scattered thunderstorms, warm and humid

Grand Haven Allendale Spring Lake

Despite higher costs visitors are still making the trip to the lakeshore

Kentwood Wyoming Byron Center

Byron Township firefighters battle heat in 30-pound gear

National News

Vatican excommunicates schismatic bishops and priests, and warns their followers

National Politics

Supreme Court TPS ruling opens hundreds of thousands to deportation from the US

World News

Russia lands heavy strikes on Ukraine's capital, killing at least 21

America 250

How Rock and Roll helped shape America's first 250 years

Kentwood Wyoming Byron Center

Why your fireworks may be more expensive this Fourth of July

Scripps News Life

How to get keeper photos of July 4th fireworks, using just your smartphone

America 250

America 250 v. Freedom 250: What's the difference?

East Grand Rapids Forest Hills Cascade

'Busiest day of the entire year': EGR businesses ready prepare Fourth of July

Grandville Hudsonville Jenison

Michigan health officials urge food safety ahead of Fourth of July

Branch

City Manager: ICE agents operating in Coldwater, targeting specific people

Sports

West Michigan getting World Cup fever as U.S. team preps for next knockout game

Grand Rapids

'Enjoy those big booms and stay safe': Tips for Fourth of July fireworks

National News

Chris Brown must pay $13 million to housekeeper who was attacked by his dog

Muskegon

22-year-old killed in single-vehicle crash on River Road in Muskegon County

National News

Former US Olympian charged with felony over Reflecting Pool incident

Sexual assault nonprofit in New Mexico providing space for Epstein survivors

National News

16 children rescued from Ohio home were 'almost feral,' authorities say

Sports

Alex Ovechkin delays retirement, signs one-year deal with Capitals

Scripps News Life

Recall of potato chips upgraded to FDA's highest level due to salmonella risk

Iran War

Iran threatens 'forceful response' to oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz

National News

Doctors warn of dangerous resurgence of 'Benadryl Challenge' following deaths