Birthday Shoutouts: Benson, Julia (July 21)

Birthday Shoutouts: Benson, Julia (July 21)

Naomi Osaka fined $15K for skipping French Open media interviews

Naomi Osaka has been fined $15,000 for skipping the post-match news conference after her first-round win, according to a statement issued Sunday.

Retired educators in Michigan may now resume teaching without losing benefits

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill Tuesday permitting retired educators to resume teaching without losing retirement benefits.

City: Trump campaign still owes $32K for Grand Rapids rally

City officials say former President Donald Trump’s campaign has unpaid dues owed for a rally he held in Grand Rapids over the summer.

Jury clears 3 men in the last trial tied to the plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer

A jury has acquitted three men in the last trial connected to a plan to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Daughter of MI GOP lawmaker vows to fight alongside Whitmer for abortion rights in TikTok video

Differing political views have been causing division at the dinner table. A local therapist explains how families can come together when politics pull them apart.

Trump receives endorsements from Michigan's entire Republican Congressional Delegation

Former President Donald Trump has received endorsements from Michigan’s entire Republican Congressional Delegation.

Michigan set to become 1 of 5 states providing free breakfast & lunch to students

Michigan is now slated to become one of five states in the country to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students in public schools.

MSP warns protestors to stay peaceful in upcoming Lansing protest

Mariah Carey bringing holiday show to Detroit's LCA in December

Singer, songwriter and actress Mariah Carey, also known as the official Queen of Christmas, will have a Detroit show this December as part of the Merry Christmas One And All! tour.

Governor Whitmer signs legislation that prevents child marriage

Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation on Tuesday that prevents child marriage. The bills raise the minimum age to marry in Michigan to 18.

Ottawa County Health Department employees unionize

An ASFCME negotiator says health department employees wanted stability after the Ottawa County board voted to shut down the DEI department.

Discovery of Anna’s House political donations upsets Facebook, Reddit users

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The reputation of a local restaurant chain is getting political after public records of its donations to President Donald Trump surfaced on Reddit. Anna’s House has eight...

Officer who killed Patrick Lyoya has not been interviewed 1 week after shooting

The Grand Rapids police officer who shot and killed Patrick Lyoya on April 4th has not been interviewed by Michigan State Police more than a week later.

Review: 'Spencer' a haunting portrayal of an imprisoned soul

Believe the hype: It's almost unimaginable to think that Kristen Stewart won't win an Oscar for her nuanced, powerful portrayal as Princess Diana, in Pablo Larrain's haunting fable, "Spencer."

Homeland Security, ICE agents actively looking for immigration violators in Michigan

Federal agencies confirmed Monday they are working to detain people in Michigan suspected of violating U.S. immigration law.

Whitmer up for TIME's 2020 Person of the Year

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is a contender for TIME magazine’s Person of the Year.

Governor Whitmer orders flags to be lowered for identified World War II soldier on October 17

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags to be lowered to half-staff throughout Michigan on Monday, October 17 in honor of an identified World War II solider.

Investigation underway after photos of West Michigan students involved in sex acts go viral

WYOMING, Mich. — FOX 17 has confirmed police in Wyoming have launched an investigation after sexually explicit pictures allegedly involving Grandville High School students surfaced on social media...

Grand Rapids could be host to presidential debate, according to Trump

Grand Rapids may be the site of a 2024 presidential debate between Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kalama Harris.

Gov. Whitmer lowers flags after mass shooting in Monterey Park, California

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags to be lowered to half-staff following a proclamation issued by President Joe Biden.

JD Vance to speak in Byron Center on Wednesday

The Trump-Vance campaign announced Saturday afternoon that Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance will visit West Michigan on Wednesday.

GVSU baseball player spends canceled season working as a firefighter

Blake Vershum enjoys giving back to his community

7 MSU players charged with assault in wake of Big House tunnel incident

The Washtenaw County Prosecutor's Office has charged seven members of the Michigan State University football team in the wake of the incident in the tunnel at Michigan Stadium.

Michigan Sen. Gary Peters will not run for reelection, opening a key Senate seat

Peters’ unexpected decision to step aside after just two terms poses a challenge for Democrats in Michigan, likely dividing their strong bench between the gubernatorial and Senate race in 2026.

Moms Demand Action: Group fighting for end to gun violence

Sunday a group of concerned and determined women gathered at Fountain Street Church for a meeting of Moms Demand Action- the nation’s largest grassroots group fighting against gun violence.

West Ottawa High School teacher gets surprise honor at graduation

More than 500 seniors at West Ottawa High School walked across the stage and were awarded diplomas Thursday night, but not before getting a speech from one of the most beloved teachers in their...

WATCH: Pete Buttigieg speaking at Gerald R. Ford Int'l Airport Monday

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is scheduled to make a stop in the city of Grand Rapids next week.

Upton, Trott call on Republicans to back Harris

In a press conference Thursday morning, Fred Upton and Dave Trott officially endorsed Kamala Harris for President, encouraging other Republicans to follow suit.

"I fear we'd lose our country forever" says State House Speaker on overturning election results

Lawyer: Parents of accused Oxford High School shooter returning to area after 'Be On the Lookout'...

Police sources tell FOX 17 that a Be On the Lookout alert has been issued for the parents of Ethan Crumbley on charges of involuntary manslaughter related to Tuesday’s deadly shooting at Oxford High...

Could a guaranteed basic income program be coming to Detroit?

Two of the newly elected Detroit City Council members have floated the idea of a guaranteed basic income for Detroiters living under the poverty line.

Billboards speak out against Stay Home order

Most of Michigan is closed for business but one U.P business owner is asking non-essential business to open back up despite the governor’s executive order.

Winter Storm Updates: Tracking power outages, plows, flights, warming centers

FOX 17 is here to help you keep track of road closures, power outages, flight delays and plow routes, along with providing live weather coverage throughout the holiday weekend.

Improbable journey: Man nominated for teacher of the year never graduated high school

HOLLAND, Mich. — Brian Taylor was once a troubled student. Now he is now up for Michigan’s Teacher Of the Year. Taylor has been teaching history and government at West Ottawa High School for 14...

'When you look good, you feel good': Local hair salon supports CROWN Act

On Thursday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the CROWN Act, making Michigan the 23rd state to make hair discrimination illegal.

Ottawa Co. health officer: Dept. asked to cut budget by approx. 50% by Thursday

The Ottawa County Department of Public Health is being asked to cut its budget for fiscal year 2024 by nearly 50%, according to Health Officer Adeline Hambley.

WATCH: Pete Buttigieg speaking at Gerald R. Ford Int'l Airport Monday

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is scheduled to make a stop in the city of Grand Rapids next week.

Bill reintroduced to make 4-day workweek the national standard

The proposed bill would reduce the standard workweek from five days to four days, with no change to employee pay.

‘You are not a Disney princess’: Turn off outdoor lights ahead of bird migration

Around 400 million birds are expected to migrate Wednesday night, according to Cornell Lab. The study group says it’s best to keep all non-essential outdoor lights off.

Veteran journalist Barton Deiters dies at 56

Local reporter Barton Deiters has died of West Nile virus at the age of 56, according to WOOD TV8.

'Donald Trump will be the nominee': Michigan GOP Chair says Trump's conviction not important to...

The Michigan Republican Party will continue to support former President Donald Trump even after his conviction on dozens of criminal charges in New York.

Meteorologist Terri DeBoer joins FOX 17 Morning News

FOX 17’s weather team is adding a familiar face! Terri DeBoer, a veteran meteorologist with nearly 30 years of experience, will soon join our Morning News.

Vice President Pence revs up 2020 campaign with Michigan Republicans

MACKINAC ISLAND, Mich. —Vice President Mike Pence addressed the Michigan Republican Leadership Conference on Saturday afternoon, calling on the party to unify behind President Donald Trump. Pence...