$27M Plan Would Put 'Rapids' Back In Grand Rapids
The Grand Rapids Whitewater project would remove the Grand River's low-rise dams downtown and restore rocks and shoals to the riverbed.
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The Grand Rapids Whitewater project would remove the Grand River's low-rise dams downtown and restore rocks and shoals to the riverbed.
AT&T Inc. Thursday announced that the company will hire workers for 139 jobs in the state this month, including 96 new positions and 43 replacements.
The latest in HR notices from Michigan's tech-focused companies, institutions and groups.
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."
Local authorities say a "significant road washout" has happened near Black Lake in Cheboygan County, Michigan.
Tyler Robert Buchanan, 24, of Scotland, pleaded guilty in California federal court.
Officials have known about the dangers of the Cheboygan Lock and Dam for years, but failed to compel private owners to make repairs.
The Ypsilanti Township Board of Trustees has approved a resolution calling for a 12-month pause on providing water for data centers.
The NBA playoffs drive Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham to chase greatness.
Officials have known about the dangers of the Cheboygan Lock and Dam for years, but failed to compel private owners to make repairs.
Local authorities say a "significant road washout" has happened near Black Lake in Cheboygan County, Michigan.
Crews will be knocking door to door, assessing the damage in hopes of getting the state and federal emergency declarations for Ann Arbor, which could help residents pay for repairs.
A suspect was shot by Michigan State Police troopers on Friday during a police chase that ended in a crash, killing an innocent bystander in Inkster.
Tyler Robert Buchanan, 24, of Scotland, pleaded guilty in California federal court.
At a gas station in Detroit, owner Mohamad Mallah, known to customers as Big Moe, decided to give back in a big way.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $3.87 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared an energy emergency in eight Southeast Michigan counties amid rising gas prices across the state.
General Motors has announced that it's making another round of layoffs at its Factory Zero plant in Metro Detroit. The latest round, the second this year, impacts roughly 1,300 workers and is due to a readjustment of operations amid declining electric vehicle demand.
Cities in Michigan lose big tax revenue from pollution-control tax breaks, and many do not track what they give up.
Motown may be Detroit's most famous sound, but it's far from the only one.
Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate Paul Stanley.
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
Restaurants are being considered for the new Michelin Guide American Great Lakes Edition, set to be revealed in 2027.
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Tyler Robert Buchanan, 24, of Scotland, pleaded guilty in California federal court.
President Trump spoke with CBS News Friday in a new telephone interview.
The recall affects F-150 vehicles quipped with a six-speed automatic transmission produced between March 12, 2014, and Aug. 18, 2017, according to NHTSA.
The Ford station wagon thought to belong to the Martin family was found in 2024 by a diver who had been looking for it for several years.
Riley Greene doubled home two runs to tie the score with two outs in the ninth inning, and Colt Keith followed with the winning single as the streaking Detroit Tigers rallied past the Kansas City Royals 10-9 in a wild game delayed twice by rain.
A West Bloomfield surgeon will spend a year in prison for his role in a $7 million Medicare fraud scheme, federal prosecutors said.
University of Michigan president-elect Kent Syverud announced Wednesday that he is being treated for a form of brain cancer.
Autism in the D is hosting a "Weekend of Inclusivity," featuring two events aimed at supporting families and highlighting gaps in autism resources across the city.
Dominic Weber and Haylie Reeves met at North Star Reach as campers in 2016.
The Detroit Health Department is hosting a Public Health Week through Saturday, April 11, to provide resources in neighborhoods.
The NBA playoffs drive Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham to chase greatness.
The Boston Red Sox beat Detroit 1-0 on Friday night, snapping the Tigers' six-game winning streak.
Riley Greene doubled home two runs to tie the score with two outs in the ninth inning, and Colt Keith followed with the winning single as the streaking Detroit Tigers rallied past the Kansas City Royals 10-9 in a wild game delayed twice by rain.
The Detroit Lions were not very aggressive in NFL free agency, choosing to save salary cap space to sign some key players to long-term extensions.
Wenceel Pérez hit a go-ahead homer in the eighth inning and the Detroit Tigers won their fifth straight game, beating the Kansas City Royals 2-1.
Diallo Smith, CEO of Detroit nonprofit Life Remodeled, talks about its new opportunity hub on the east side of Detroit called Anchor Detroit.
It's a look at the critical relationship between Canada, Michigan and the U.S. on this week's Michigan Matters.
The roundtable discusses the dramatic impact AI is having in the classroom, at companies and inside homes.
There's a focus on Michigan's defense industry as a national convention comes to Detroit in a few weeks, with over 11,000 people expected at Huntington Place.
Dave Coulter updates Oakland County's move to its new offices in downtown Pontiac and when that might take place.
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A suspect was shot by Michigan State Police troopers on Friday in a police chase that ended in a crash, killing an innocent bystander in Inkster.
Along the Sturgeon River near Indian River, Michigan, homes are damaged, and families are just now getting back inside. CBS News Detroit met a couple that is still processing what happened after losing the majority of their personal belongings.
Crews will be knocking door to door, assessing the damage in hopes of getting the state and federal emergency declarations for Ann Arbor, which could help residents pay for repairs. This comes after an EF-1 tornado touched down in the city earlier this week.
Flooding is worsening in parts of Michigan on Friday, with rivers still rising in some parts and receding in others. CBS News Detroit spoke with residents near Indian River, where the Sturgeon River has destroyed homes along Independence Avenue.