Confluence, a multiday festival held in Grand Rapids in September, announced expanded collaborations with Ferris State University and Grand Valley State University. (July 21, 2023)

Experts are warning against an age-old stocking stuffer for children. The concerns comes with exposing them to gambling too early in life. (Dec. 6, 2023)

Less than three weeks before Christmas, the Kent County Animal Shelter is asking for help. This holiday season, they are encouraging people to adopt after an influx in dog intakes. (Dec. 6, 2023)

Clouds will hang around tonight. (Dec. 6, 2023)

The Drug Enforcement Administration is shining a light on the threat of methamphetamine, as leaders with the agency say meth seizures and investigations in Michigan remain high. (Dec. 6, 2023)

It was 50 years ago Wednesday that Gerald R. Ford became the vice president of the United States. (Dec. 6, 2023)

A Kalamazoo bakery is closing up shop for good after generations of cakes and cookies. (Dec. 6, 2023)

Three children sustained bumps and bruises when a private day care bus rolled over Wednesday morning in Cannon Township, deputies say. (Dec. 6, 2023)

Portage Public Schools has launched a tutoring program to help a rising number of students experiencing homelessness. (Dec. 6, 2023)

This holiday season, Three Blondes Brewing in South Haven is holding a toy drive with a tasty incentive to participate. (Dec. 6, 2023)

With cold temperatures approaching, the shelter is asking for your help. (Dec. 6, 2023)

Grand Rapids’ annual Uptown Shop Hop returns Thursday night, and with the addition of two new social zones, businesses are expecting larger-than-normal crowds. (Dec. 6, 2023)

After a few morning snow showers, cloudy and dry weather takes over today. Highs will reach the upper 30s with a light, westerly wind.