Stories tagged: "Grand Rapids"


Ex-Grand Rapids Police Officer Christopher Schurr appears for a court hearing at the Kent County Courthouse in Grand Rapids, Mich., Oct. 26, 2022. (Cory Morse/The Grand Rapids Press via AP, File)
Michigan Judge Denies Ex-Cop’s Bid to Drop Murder Charge in Lyoya Case

A Michigan judge on Friday refused to dismiss a second-degree murder charge against a former Grand Rapids police officer who was fired after shooting a Black motorist in the back of the head during a struggle over a Taser.

Bishop International Airport in Flint will receive federal funding to replace its leaky roof.
Three Michigan Airports Land Big Upgrades with New Federal Funding 

Bishop International Airport in Flint, Detroit Wayne County Airport and Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids will receive $62M in infrastructure funding.

(Courtesy/Archival Brewing)
8 New(and New-ish) Michigan Breweries to Visit in 2023

Do you love Michigan’s craft beer scene? You’re not alone. A new study from Groupon has officially declared Michigan the No. 3 state in the country for beer lovers—based on the quality, affordability, and Michiganders’ general enthusiasm for an ice cold brew.

(Courtesy/Archival Brewing)
8 New(and New-ish) Michigan Breweries to Visit in 2023

Do you love Michigan’s craft beer scene? You’re not alone. A new study from Groupon has officially declared Michigan the No. 3 state in the country for beer lovers—based on the quality, affordability, and Michiganders’ general enthusiasm for an ice cold brew.

(Courtesy/Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.)
World of Winter: 11 Reasons to Visit the Midwest’s Largest Winter Festival

The weather outside may be frightful, but the World of Winter festival in Grand Rapids sure is delightful.

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World of Winter: 11 Reasons to Visit the Midwest’s Largest Winter Festival 

The weather outside may be frightful, but the World of Winter festival in Grand Rapids sure is delightful.

Downtown Rochester lights up for the annual "Big Bright Light Show." (Courtesy/Big Bright Light Show via Facebook)
7 Michigan Cities that Always Go Big for the Holidays

Even for a busy man on the move, Santa Claus must know that Michigan is the place to be this season.