In 18 years, Michael Bess has seen it all officiating football games in Battle Creek. But there was one thing he couldn’t have prepared for: his 67-year-old mother joining him on the field. (Oct. 13, 2023)

Gov. Whitmer has signed off on the repeal of a state law that required woman to have a separate rider on their insurance plans for abortion coverage. (Dec. 11, 2023)

Police are looking for three women from West Michigan who face charges for stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars in merchandise from Ulta stores on the east side of the state. (Dec. 11, 2023)

This week on WOODTV.com, Blake tells us how he predicts which schools will have snow days, Central Michigan University researchers are working on new ways to find lithium and a Michigan resort was voted No. 1 on the continent. (Dec. 11, 2023)

A new report from AAA is predicting an all-time record high when it comes to air travel this Christmas and New Years. (Dec. 11, 2023)

The holiday season is a time for gift-giving, gathering with family and enjoying a warm meal. For some, it can be a challenge to put food on the table. (Dec. 11, 2023)

Lingering flurries are possible during the morning hours before some clearing takes place later this afternoon. Highs remain cool in the mid-30s. (Dec. 11, 2023)

News 8 is partnering with Crain’s Grand Rapids Business to bring you the latest business news from around West and Southwest Michigan. (Dec. 11, 2023)

Lingering flurries are possible during the morning hours before some clearing takes place later this afternoon. Highs remain cool in the mid-30s. (Dec. 11, 2023)

The community came together Sunday to help a couple pick up the pieces after a medical emergency. (Dec. 10, 2023)

A year since a mother of eight disappeared in Kalamazoo, her loved ones say they still have no answers and no justice. (Dec. 10, 2023)

Light lake-effect snow showers overnight Sunday and this week should be very quiet and mild. (Dec. 10, 2023)

The Grand Rapids Gold hosted the Iowa Wolves. (Dec. 10, 2023)