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The skies over Grand Rapids will be full of color and wonder Saturday evening as Grand Rapids celebrates Independence Day with a fireworks show.
Two people were shot in Grand Rapids during a large gathering early Friday morning, according to the Grand Rapids Police Department.
The First United Methodist Church was founded back in 1835, more than a decade before Grand Rapids became a city.
The family of a man who was recently arrested at an ICE office is staying at a "sanctuary" church amid the Trump administration's mass deportation efforts.
— A fatal shooting in Grand Rapids claimed the life of a man Friday morning. At around 1 a.m., officers from the Grand Rapids Police Department (GRPD) responded to Cass Avenue Southeast.
The Grand Rapids Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting on the City's Southeast side. Authorities say a 34-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene.
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Fountain Street Church has offered sanctuary to the family of an El Salvador man who advocates say was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement last week.
A mother and three children have taken refuge in a Grand Rapids church after the father was detained by immigration officers, according to local immigration activists.
East Grand Rapids rode its potent offense to a dominant 15-10 victory over Detroit Country Day in the Division 2 state championship.
A man was arrested after crashing a truck into a North Side church during a “mental crisis,” according to the San Antonio Police Department.
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Grand Rapids is getting ready to celebrate 175 years with a big birthday bash on Saturday, showcasing the rich history of the city through a special photo exhibit.
Music Grand Rapids 'Rhythm on the River' returns: Here's the musical lineup The public is encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to the event.