For News 8 sports director and veteran Olympics reporter Jack Doles, covering sports isn't just about the scores — it's about the people. (July 21, 2021)

Police have surrounded a home in Grand Rapids as they seek an adult linked to the child who brought a loaded gun to an elementary school last month. (June 9, 2023)

The Muskegon Clippers have returned to Marsh Field this summer to give college baseball players a chance at playing in the offseason. (June 9, 2023)

Teachers play an important role in their students' lives. For one educator in Kent County, her former student decided to nominate her for an international award. (June 9, 2023)

Otsego Public Schools will be offering free meals to students this summer along with the chance to get some knowledge. (June 9, 2023)

Storm Team 8 forecast on News 8 Daybreak on Friday, June 9, 2023.

June 9, 2023

The Ferris State Bulldogs have officially accepted an invitation from President Joe Biden to attend a ceremony after following back-to-back national championships this season. (June 8, 2023)

Kalamazoo native Kevin VanDam punched his ticket to the final round of the Bass Pro Tour event. (June 8, 2023)

The Whitecaps lost their sixth straight game. (June 8, 2023)

East Grand Rapids vs. Spring Lake and Hudsonville vs. Portage Central. (June 8, 2023)

It will remain dry and hazy through Saturday. Soaking rains become likely beginning Sunday. (June 8, 2023)

A driver who was drunk said he thought he hit a deer when he actually hit a bicyclist who was severely injured in the crash, court documents say. (June 8, 2023)