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POSSIBLE DELAYS | Corewell Health warns of delays after technology outage, hospitals and emergency rooms open
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Corewell Health is telling patients to be aware that some procedures and appointments might be delayed Friday following a worldwide technology outage. The health care network says that many of its computer systems have been affected by the outage but their hospitals and emergency rooms are still open.
DELAYS & CANCELLATIONS | Gerald R. Ford Airport affected by technology outage
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A worldwide technology outage that is affecting banks, media outlets and airlines is being felt here in West Michigan. The Gerald R. Ford Airport is experiencing delays and cancellations in both flight departures and arrivals. The airport issued a statement Friday morning regarding the outage...
NOT AFFECTED | County dispatches in Kent, Ottawa, Muskegon counties not affected by IT outage
KENT COUNTY, Mich. — A worldwide technology outage affected companies around the world, including banks, airlines, media outlets and more. The cause of the outage stems from an issue with the CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity technology company. While there are reports of the outage affecting flights, banks and other companies...
Widespread technology outage disrupts flights, banks, media outlets and companies around the world
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A widespread Microsoft outage was disrupting flights, banks, media outlets and companies around the world on Friday. Escalating disruptions continued hours after the technology company said it was gradually fixing an issue affecting access to Microsoft 365 apps and services. The website DownDectector, which tracks...
Donate Life Night celebrates those who have saved lives through organ donation
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Usually the main attraction at John Ball Zoo is the animals, but on Thursday night, it was all about people. The zoo hosted Donate Life Night in partnership with Gift of Life Michigan to celebrate people who have donated their organs, and the recipients who are alive today because of someone else.
Muskegon father and son to ride 175 roller coasters this summer alone
MUSKEGON COUNTY, Mich. — Ups and downs. Matt Robert’s every day is full of them. “I am the chief trial attorney for the Muskegon County Prosecutor's Office," said Matt, walking through Michigan's Adventure theme park. “Right now, I'd be in my suit. I'd be at the office. I'd...
Search for kayaker who flipped and didn't resurface on Ionia Co. lake temporarily suspended
IONIA COUNTY, Mich. — It's been four days since a 30-year-old Grand Rapids man went missing while kayaking with his girlfriend on Sessions Lake in Ionia County. The search was updated to a recovery effort and then an accidental drowning. Now, the Ionia County Sheriff's Office said the search has been temporarily suspended.
THE POWER OF HOPE | Holland man encourages mid-Michigan teen after serious crash
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Back in March, Charlie Nolph of Owosso took a drive that would change his life forever. "There was a deer that ran right in front of me. I swerved to miss it. I was aiming for the fence next to the tree that I went into. I ended up catching air with the loose gravel and wet road, and I landed in the tree," he said.
Special Olympics Michigan unveils new turf field at Unified Sports and Inclusion Center
CUTLERVILLE, Mich. — Special Olympics Michigan unveiled a big milestone at its Unified Sports and Inclusion Center on Thursday. The turf field at the campus was unveiled with the help of staff members and athletes, in what project leaders call a significant milestone in the construction process. The center...
Man cleared of premeditated murder in Detroit synagogue leader's death but could face 2nd trial
DETROIT — A jury on Thursday acquitted a man of first-degree premeditated murder in the killing of a Detroit synagogue leader but couldn't reach a verdict on a separate murder charge, setting up a possible retrial in the highly publicized case. Deliberations lasted five days and began anew this...
Grand Rapids hosting dogs-only pool party this August
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The biggest pool paw-ty of the year is returning to Grand Rapids. The seventh annual Wag 'n' Wade dogs-only swimming event is a paw-some way to close out the season at the Richmond Park Pool. The free event is open to all community members and...
3 new performers added to Wings Over Muskegon lineup
MUSKEGON, Mich. — There are three new additions to the 2024 Wings Over Muskegon lineup this August. Hosted by the Michigan Flight Museum from Aug. 9-11 at the Muskegon County Airport, any proceeds from the second-ever air show will go towards supporting the museum and its flyable aircraft. The...
Suspected drunk driver leaves strip club, slams into Michigan deputy on I-96
EATON COUNTY, Mich. — Authorities said a suspected drunk driver sideswiped a deputy stopped for an accident along I-96 Wednesday night. The Eaton County Sheriff's Office said the wreck happened Thursday around 11:40 p.m. on westbound I-96 and Mt. Hope. A fully marked Eaton County Deputy in a patrol...
Boyfriend of Portage mom of 8 arraigned in her murder case
PORTAGE, Mich. — Carlos Watts Jr., 38, has been arraigned in the murder of a Portage mother who went missing in December 2022. According to court documents, his arraignment came on July 15. He was charged with the murder on Jan. 10, 2024. Heather Kelley, 35, is a mother...
'Man overboard' search and rescue efforts in Lake Michigan near Muskegon Channel now a recovery effort
MUSKEGON, Mich. — Muskegon first responders working to rescue a person who fell overboard in the Muskegon Channel Thursday morning now say it's a recovery effort. The Muskegon Professional Firefighters said the man in his 30s was in a fishing boat when he fell into the water. Others on...
Suspect in stolen car speeds away from Lowell police, seriously injures someone in crash
LOWELL, Mich. — A man is in custody after causing serious injuries in a crash and running from police, according to the Lowell Police Department. Around 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Lowell police responded to a FLOCK Camera alert about a stolen vehicle entering Lowell. According to its website, FLOCK...
West Michigan lawmaker calls for Secret Service Director to resign following Trump assassination attempt
MICHIGAN, USA — Preparations are underway for former President Donald Trump's visit to West Michigan on Saturday. The Grand Rapids campaign event comes exactly one week after the failed assassination attempt. And after the ordeal in Pennsylvania, criticism has plagued the Secret Service. A West Michigan lawmaker is demanding...
Surviving members of family involved in deadly wreck now released from hospital
ALLEGAN COUNTY, Mich. — The three surviving Allegan County family members of a fatal crash have been released from the hospital. Chelsea Savage and her daughter Levi were released from the hospital on July 10 and are now staying with Chelsea's mother, an update from a GoFundMe campaign says.
Black River Public School students to use new outdoor learning space this coming school year
HOLLAND, Mich. — As schools prepare for the start of a new school year, one West Michigan school district is adding a new classroom outdoors. Right now, Black River Public Schools is in the middle of constructing that space. The outdoor learning space will include places for teachers to...
Caledonia man arrested in alcohol for sex scheme with West Michigan teen girls
CALEDONIA, Mich. — A Caledonia man is accused of soliciting West Michigan girls for sex in exchange for alcohol and vape pens. The Kent County Sheriff's Office said Scott Elam, 42, who is expected to be arraigned in 63rd District Court Thursday, faces several felony charges. Detectives said they...
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