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East Grand Rapids is considering a local ordinance that would require drivers to stop for pedestrians waiting at crosswalks, expanding the circumstances under which drivers would be required to stop. Read more in our bio.

Months after a growing colony of double-crested cormorants created concerns over property damage and waste at Village Cove Marina, Spring Lake officials now have a clearer picture of how wildlife managers plan to address the problem. Read more in our bio.

Popular Chicago-style food chain Portillo's is planned for Kentwood near Woodland Mall. Story in bio.

Spring Lake officials now have a plan to address a growing colony of double-crested cormorants blamed for property damage and waste near Village Cove Marina.

Sunny and warm today with highs near 60. Scattered showers arrive tomorrow and Thursday as temperatures tumble for the rest of the week. Get the latest forecast from the FOX 17 Weather Ready team.

Ottawa County voters have approved an additional 0.20-mill tax to fund improvements and expansion of the county’s parks and open spaces.

Baby Grace's life lasted only moments, and many questions about her death remain unanswered. But when it came time to say goodbye, a West Michigan community made sure she was surrounded by love.

The funds will allow the city to add vehicles, expand routes, and offer more rides to folks traveling further distances.

Grand Rapids Catholic's football season has ended with a decision in a court room. The MHSAA had previously kept the Cougars from the playoffs after a student was deemed ineligible.

East Grand Rapids is considering a local ordinance that would require drivers to stop for pedestrians waiting at crosswalks, expanding the circumstances under which drivers would be required to stop.

“The MHSAA is thankful for the Court’s prompt decision today, confirming the integrity of the MHSAA’s eligibility rules, which all of our member schools expect to be enforced as written," the MHSAA said in a statement. More at the link in the bio.

Grand Rapids police are investigating after a shooting on Saturday night. Police say officers were called to a local hospital for a shooting victim who was transported privately.

Police say shots were fired from a vehicle, and a 36-year-old man was shot in the leg. He was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Details at the link in the bio.

The Detroit Lions have acquired safety Andre Cisco in a trade with the New York Jets, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Details at the link in the bio.

Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham said after watching film of a 15-6 loss to rival Michigan State, he knew it was time to fire offensive coordinator Jason Beck.

The College Football Playoff will double in size to 24 teams beginning next year, bringing an end to a three-decade era of conference title games that used to be among the marquee events of the season. More information at the link in the bio.

Abdul El-Sayed has made it to the U.S. Capitol with other new Senators for orientation day. Here's a photo from the Associated Press this morning.

Calhoun County emergency services has issued a missing persons alert for an 84-year-old woman last seen on Sunday afternoon.

Veterans Day is on Wednesday and there are more deals and discounts available to veterans in Kent County than there are stars and stripes on the flag, including free meals at local restaurants. Details in bio.

A warm start to the week for West Michigan! Highs in the 50s today with a widespread freeze and coldest air of the season Thursday. Get the latest forecast from the FOX 17 Weather Ready team.