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PHOTOS: Monday thunderstorms

7:24 PM, May 20, 2013

Viewer submitted photos of severe weather in West Michigan. Monday, May 20, 2013.

Mosquito lawn repellents that work

7:24 PM, May 20, 2013

If the record spring flooding wasn't enough, Monday's downpours will likely make our mosquito problem even worse.

Differing approaches to public prayer in GR

7:24 PM, May 20, 2013

Romance novels & the fantasy of real life

5:17 PM, May 20, 2013

Romance novels have been around for centuries but lately they've been coming under scrutiny for their explicit content.

Prosecutor improperly leaked 'Fast and Furious' memo

3:23 PM, May 20, 2013

An internal Justice Department inquiry found that a former federal prosecutor improperly disclosed information to a reporter related to a botched Mexican gun-trafficking investigation in an attempt to "undermine'' a Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives agent who went public with his criticisms of the gun case.

BBB: Medical Alert scam calls targeting seniors

2:11 PM, May 20, 2013

The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers of a telemarketing scam promising a free medical alert system.

Police get high-priority tips in search for Jessica

1:58 PM, May 20, 2013

Shaw says there are a "couple tips" about the case of Jessica Heeringa that have been actively investigated since Sunday.

Free hunting, fishing licenses for Mich. military

1:29 PM, May 20, 2013

Active-duty military members living in Michigan can now get annual hunting and fishing licenses for free.

State Police introduce plan to curb 'Buckle-phobia'

1:26 PM, May 20, 2013

Michigan State Police say seven percent of drivers in the state suffer from "Buckle-phobia."

State, pastors team up to save homes

1:17 PM, May 20, 2013

Religious leaders are teaming up with the state to help keep struggling residents in their home.

Bones found in Mason County

1:16 PM, May 20, 2013

UPDATE: Body found in Thornapple River

1:08 PM, May 20, 2013

The body washed up near Garbow Road around 4:15 Sunday afternoon.

 

Bill would create "a-la-carte" cable pricing

11:51 AM, May 20, 2013

The idea of "a la carte" cable and satellite television has been around for years. But Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., has jump-started a new national conversation with a bill he introduced in Congress this month that would use regulatory incentives to encourage programmers and distributors to unbundle their channels and offer a la carte programming.

Court will rule on prayer at government meetings

10:55 AM, May 20, 2013

The Supreme Court agreed Monday to consider whether prayers can be offered at government meetings -- a practice that's been common in Congress and throughout the states for more than two centuries.

Mistimed leap takes out woman at awards show

9:57 AM, May 20, 2013

Miguel's leap over the audience was one of the most exciting moments of Sunday's Billboard Music Awards. Unless you were the fan he accidentally landed on.

Missing Detroit girl returned to family

8:58 AM, May 20, 2013

Both suspects are still wanted for the kidnapping.

Tornadoes hit Midwest; 1 killed

8:50 AM, May 20, 2013

Another round of dangerous weather is expected to slam the Plains on Monday, after tornadoes that ripped through five states Sunday killed one and left more than 20 injured.

Mel Trotter celebrates S.A.V.E Program graduates

8:24 AM, May 20, 2013

A dozen people celebrated graduated from Mel Trotter Ministries S.A.V.E Program.'

Making promotional items 'green'

8:24 AM, May 20, 2013

A West Michigan company is providing Green Giftz for a variety of businesses.

Cakabakery to open new retail store

8:19 AM, May 20, 2013

It's a big month for The Cakabakery in Eastown.

Ada man injured in motorcycle accident

10:43 PM, May 19, 2013

Dispute over motorcycle safety signs

7:50 PM, May 19, 2013

A Norton Shores resident is being harassed for a sign that says 'watch out for motorcycles.'

State employees make more than peers in other states

4:06 PM, May 19, 2013

It's not clear why most state employees in Michigan have received base pay raises totaling 5 percent since 2008.

New text alert app for some Michigan parks

3:56 PM, May 19, 2013

The free custom mobile app called SMART Parks enables local park and recreation departments to reach residents with text alert updates.

Caledonia teen injured in overnight crash

9:10 AM, May 19, 2013

An 18 year old Caledonia teen is recovering from injuries suffered in a car accident early Sunday Morning.