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USA lags behind others in paid vacation, holidays

6:56 PM, May 24, 2013

Memorial Day weekend will kick off the summer travel season for many Americans, but some workers won't be able to kick back on a vacation this year.

Memorial weekend to kickoff record breaking tourism

6:55 PM, May 24, 2013

10 hidden gems to visit on Memorial Day weekend

10:32 AM, May 24, 2013

Michigan is more than Sleeping Bear Dunes and Mackinac Island.

Auto industry predicts huge Memorial Day sales

9:22 AM, May 24, 2013

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Michigan lawmaker accused of sexual harassment

9:18 AM, May 24, 2013

A state lawmaker is being accused of harassment by a former aide who says he was forced into a sex act.

Red-light cameras could be a reality if bill passes

9:08 AM, May 24, 2013

Michigan's local governments would have the option to put cameras at intersections to spot drivers running red lights under proposed legislation in the state House.

Driver pinned under SUV after rollover crash

8:52 AM, May 24, 2013

A 39-year-old woman was flown to the hospital after a rollover crash overnight in Ionia County.

Holiday travel outlook

8:39 AM, May 24, 2013

According to AAA, more than one million people will be driving 50 or more miles this Memorial Day.

What's happening: Memorial Day weekend

8:35 AM, May 24, 2013

This weekend, honor our fallen soldiers and have tons of fun while you're at it.

Spring Parade of Homes opens

8:29 AM, May 24, 2013

The Spring Parade of Homes opens May 24 and runs through June 8.

No fatalities in Washington State bridge collapse

5:00 AM, May 24, 2013

The Interstate 5 bridge over the Skagit River in northern Washington state collapsed Thursday evening, sending vehicles and people into the water, the state patrol said. Authorities said there were no deaths, and three people were taken to hospitals.

No excuses for seatbelt law violators

1:13 AM, May 24, 2013

Drivers pulled over for not wearing a seatbelt were issued $65.00 citations.

Red Wings blank Blackhawks, take 3-1 series lead

11:22 PM, May 23, 2013

Jimmy Howard posted 28 saves for his second career playoff shutout and Detroit took a commanding lead in their Western Conference semifinal series against Chicago with a 2-0 win in Game 4.

Reckless driver flees police, killed after striking tree

10:32 PM, May 23, 2013

Michigan State Police are investigating what led to an unusual fatal crash on M-37.

Muskegon novelty shop owner faces drug charges

10:32 PM, May 23, 2013

Michael Naffie, was arraigned Thursday in for selling a drug known as X-L-R ELEVEN, which is a chemical in synthetic marijuana. Synthetic drugs originally became popular under names like "K-2" and "spice."

Memorial Day sales: Better than other holidays?

8:48 PM, May 23, 2013

The red, white and blue is more than a symbol of our freedom, it represents green for many retailers.

Should township association salaries be made public?

7:03 PM, May 23, 2013

WZZM 13 is looking into questions about how a statewide organization is handling millions of tax dollars.

Boy Scouts approve plan to accept openly gay boys

6:19 PM, May 23, 2013

The Boy Scouts of America's National Council has voted to ease a long-standing ban and allow openly gay boys to be accepted as Scouts.

H&M coming to Woodland Mall this fall

5:59 PM, May 23, 2013

Clothing retailer H&M is opening its first location in West Michigan this fall. Company officials confirm they will open a store at Woodland Mall.

What's driving the fastest growing area in West Mich?

5:58 PM, May 23, 2013

Wayland attorney pleads guilty in meth case

5:29 PM, May 23, 2013

An Allegan County attorney will be sentenced next month after pleading guilty to charges related to a methamphetamine lab found at his office.

Drive-by shooting injures Grand Rapids teen

5:17 PM, May 23, 2013

It happened around 4:45 in the area of Sycamore St. and Lafayette Ave. SE.

McDonald's CEO lectured by 9-year-old

3:08 PM, May 23, 2013

"There are things in life that aren't fair - like when your pet dies," said Hannah, whose voice never wavered. "I don't think it's fair when big companies try to trick kids into eating food.

Zap mosquitoes with a natural repellent

2:34 PM, May 23, 2013

When local stores run low on mosquito repellent, you can make your own natural one.

CDC: America is not getting healthier

2:24 PM, May 23, 2013