Space Heater Likely Caused Michigan Ballpark Fire
Authorities say a space heater used by a work crew likely caused a fire that destroyed part of a western Michigan minor league ballpark.
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Authorities say a space heater used by a work crew likely caused a fire that destroyed part of a western Michigan minor league ballpark.
A fire is burning at a minor league ballpark in western Michigan.
She had the sofa in her Grand Rapids bedroom for about two months before the reptile emerged ...
Here's an easy way to make an extra $250 in 2014: take common household electronic devices off standby mode, and instead shut them off entirely.
The Michigan Economic Development Corp. announced approval of Michigan Business Development and Community Revitalization program incentives to four companies planning expansions in the state. The projects are expected to generate up to $35.4 million in investments and add 285 new jobs in Michigan.
A snowstorm pushing across the Lower Peninsula is being blamed for a 30-vehicle pileup that is forcing the closing of U.S. 131 north of Grand Rapids.
Michigan is close to enacting new laws to subject violators to potential jail time and streamline procedures to garnish their wages.
The West Michigan industrial economy continues to grow slowly, according to the results of a monthly survey compiled by Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University.
Great Lakes Wines and Spirits is rolling out its first compressed natural gas trucks.
The latest event and meeting notices from Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups.
The latest event and meeting notices from Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups.
The woman was flying home from Abu Dhabi when she reached into the seatback pocket in front of her and got the scare of her life.
Lacks Wheel Trim Systems LLC, a business unit of Grand Rapids-based Lacks Enterprises Inc., announced that its eVOLVE hybrid wheel demonstrated significant fuel economy improvements during recent tests on cars, light-duty trucks and SUVs.
Grand Angels, a Grand Rapids-based investment group, announced its fifth funding commitment of 2013, investing in Ambiq Micro, a developer of low power integrated circuits.
Grand Rapids-based Ideomed Inc. announced Wednesday that its flagship disease management system Abriiz is migrating to Amazon Web Services.
The latest event and meeting notices from Michigan's technology-focused institutions, groups and companies.
If you're wondering how shippers accomplish same-day delivery to last-minute shoppers, you can look at a company in Grand Rapids that has turned the humble conveyor belt into some serious high tech.
The state employment Web site MiTalent.org has more than 60,000 open positions. State officials hope to fill at least a few of them in a MiVirtualCareerFair event Wednesday, Nov. 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Tim Horton's restaurants in Troy, Gaylord, Grand Rapids and Saginaw.
The West Michigan industrial economy posted another month of growth in late October, acording to a monthly survey compiled by Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University.
Ryan Lasenby says he didn't mean to disrespect the court.
The Grand Valley State University board Friday approved the purchase of 11 acres of land northeast of downtown Grand Rapids to expand the university's health campus at the east end of Grand Rapids' "Medical Mile."
"It disturbs me, and it should disturb every American, that I told them exactly where bin Laden was in 2003, and they let him live another eight years."
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2014 Michigan Celebrates Small Business awards program, a prestigious annual competition that recognizes successful growing businesses and their supporters. The winners will be honored at the 10th annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business event on May 6. Last year, nearly 900 people attended the state's premier awards program to honor the award winners.
Grand Valley State University signed a reverse transfer agreement Oct. 28 with Monroe County Community College in Monroe.
The latest event and meeting notices from Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups.
The Genesee County Prosecutor's Office declined to prosecute two officers who fired their weapons in response to an armed shooter last fall at a church in Grand Blanc.
Mickey Lolich, a Detroit Tigers great and 1968 World Series MVP, has died, the Tigers organization confirmed.
Over 50 million Americans will face higher utility costs as a result of rate hikes approved in 2025, according to Powerlines.
Ryan Routh, the man convicted in a 2024 assassination attempt of President Trump at his Florida golf course, has been sentenced to life in prison.
Sterling Heights invoked a moratorium on data center site requests, with city officials saying they want to research the topic before updating zoning rules.
Sterling Heights invoked a moratorium on data center site requests, with city officials saying they want to research the topic before updating zoning rules.
The Genesee County Prosecutor's Office declined to prosecute two officers who fired their weapons in response to an armed shooter last fall at a church in Grand Blanc.
Three Michigan Senate Democrats introduced three bills last year that aimed to change how ICE is allowed to operate in the state.
Mickey Lolich, a Detroit Tigers great and 1968 World Series MVP, has died, the Tigers organization confirmed.
Winter has officially tightened its grip on the Great Lakes.
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
Over 50 million Americans will face higher utility costs as a result of rate hikes approved in 2025, according to Powerlines.
Ryan Routh, the man convicted in a 2024 assassination attempt of President Trump at his Florida golf course, has been sentenced to life in prison.
The disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, is being investigated as a crime.
A Doberman pinscher named Penny won best in show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.
All-Star Cade Cunningham had 29 points and 10 assists and the Detroit Pistons beat the Denver Nuggets 124-121.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
Legionella testing at Oakland County government facilities has detected the bacteria in the water systems of two additional buildings.
When the temperatures plummet, and the snow starts piling up, most of us have the same instinct: retreat indoors, crank up the heat, and get cozy.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan has started to offer vasectomy services in Grand Rapids, with plans to expand the procedure across the state.
Mickey Lolich, a Detroit Tigers great and 1968 World Series MVP, has died, the Tigers organization confirmed.
The games run from Feb. 6 through Feb. 22, and 17 Olympians from Michigan are among the nearly 230 athletes competing for Team USA.
All-Star Cade Cunningham had 29 points and 10 assists and the Detroit Pistons beat the Denver Nuggets 124-121.
A Detroit Lions fan who was involved in an altercation with Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf has filed a lawsuit, claiming that he was not only physically harmed but was also falsely accused of making racial remarks.
The Detroit Pistons have agreed to acquire Kevin Huerter from the Chicago Bulls in a four-player, three-team deal, according to two people with knowledge of the trade.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
The focus is on health, as Dusty Mysen, a father of four from Oxford, diagnosed with pancreatic cancer several years ago, who underwent aggressive therapy, is now cancer-free five years later.
Some sunshine and dry conditions remain today, but some snow will move in later this week. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Karen Carter explains when we can expect the snowfall and how much.
President Trump appeared to double down on Tuesday on his suggestion that the federal government take over elections in some states. He listed several Democratic-led cities like Detroit and Atlanta, where he thinks the federal government should take over elections.
Students at multiple high schools in Southeast Michigan took part in, or were expected to, protests on Wednesday over recent activity by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency.
President Trump suggested Monday that Republicans should "nationalize" voting. Republicans maintain that he meant he supports a bill requiring voter IDs nationwide.
A 4-year-old girl who drowned at a private club swimming pool in Southeast Michigan was with other children, but no adults, at the time, deputies reported.