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'Sopranos' Star James Gandolfini, Dead at 51

Shauna Wright — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:58:42 +0000

James Gandolfini, who gained fame as Tony Soprano on the wildly popular HBO hit ‘The Sopranos,’ has died of a possible heart attack. He was just 51 years old. HBO tells Variety that Gandolfini was on vacation in Italy at the time of his death. He was most recently seen in the films ‘Zero Dark [...]

Family Secret Revealed Through First Grade Project

Matt Milhouse — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:42:17 +0000

Summer has arrived and kids are enjoying a well-deserved break from homework…and I am enjoying a break from controversy. Towards the end of the school year my 6-year-old daughter brought home a small project from school which contained a big surprise. My daughter was required to write a letter for an in-class assignment. She addressed [...]

Adorable 4-Year-Old Recites The Books Of The Bible – With An Interesting Ending

Wendy Reed — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:52:46 +0000

I remember the days of Sunday school well. Every Sunday, after church, my parents got to go home and my brothers and I stayed behind to learn something new about the Bible. There were also incentives for memorizing certain things - The Lord's Prayer, The 23rd Psalm, and the books of the Bible. This kid learned young, at only 4-years-old, and got to get up in front of the congregation to recite them. But, I don't remember this last part being in the Bible.

Enjoy Free Wi-Fi At Rosa Parks Circle In Grand Rapids

Matt Milhouse — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:30:56 +0000

There’s nothing worse than watching a perfect West Michigan summer day through a window because you are tied to your computer inside. Now there’s another option. Grab your laptop and head to Rosa Parks Circle for free Wi-Fi! With summer arriving the timing couldn’t be better and reviews of the reliability and speed of the [...]

Griffins Championship Rally Set For Wednesday Night

Wendy Reed — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:49:58 +0000

The Grand Rapids Griffins are the 2013 Calder Cup Champs! And they want you to celebrate with them Wednesday night at Van Andel Arena. The party will start at 6:00 p.m., with the doors opening at 5:00 p.m., and the first 3,000 fans will get a free Griffins Championship T-shirt. The Griffins are now selling [...]

Awww…..Daisy Duck Needs a Home

Andy Rent — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:15:39 +0000

Meet "Daisy Duck!" Daisy Duck, the Cat!

Ashley, from the Humane Society of West Michigan was on the show today with one of the cutest, most loveable cats, 6-month old Daisy Duck.

June is Cat Adoption month at the Humane Society, and come-and-get-um! Kitten special fees are only $50, and what's better is that it's two for the price of one

The Intern Can Take Home the Gold

Andy Rent — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:00:07 +0000

Big-time fun is coming to downtown Grand Rapids this Thursday, June 20th. But, it’s not for everyone, just for interns! Yes, the lowly intern, the do everything for everybody person, hoping to pick up experience and contacts to grab their first job. However, for one day, they get a chance to shine, and move from [...]

Is Facebook Down Tonight?

Tom Cook — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 02:30:50 +0000

You may be asking “is everyone having problems with Facebook, or is it just me?” The answer is “everyone is having problems tonight!” You just breathed a sign of relief, didn’t you? If you’re on a desktop, it’s likely that you’re having problems. If you’re using an app of on a tablet, Facebook doesn’t seem [...]

Cheerios Ad Draws Racist Response, Spoof Commercial Responds

Tom Cook — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 02:19:47 +0000

So last week, Cheerios released an ad featuring an interracial couple and their little girl. The girl asked about the health benefits of eating Cheerio’s. Here’s the original ad. I think this is adorable. While many people liked the ad, eventually there were a lot of racist comments on the YouTube channel. Their VP of [...]

Grand Rapids Griffins Win The Calder Cup Championship

Steven Bohner — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 02:17:52 +0000

The Grand Rapids Griffins have won their first Calder Cup ever. They defeated the Syracuse Crunch 5-2 in the 6th game of the 7 game series. The game was scoreless for most of the first until the Crunch broke the silence with a goal late in the period. The Griffins came back in the second [...]

Mother Schools A Robber Who Threatened Her Kids

Tom Cook — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:57:13 +0000

Did you see this story? It’s out of Texas where a mom fought against a robber who threatened her and her two young boys. You’ll LOVE this one. She was driving home with her kids when a stranger appeared from the back seat of her minivan! He wanted money. She distracted him and was able [...]

RECALL: Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Liberty

Tom Cook — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:43:18 +0000

Another recall to tell you about. This one is for Jeep Grand Cherokee (1993-2004) and Jeep Liberty (2002-2007) vehicles. The concern is over the possibility of fire following a rear-impact collision. The NHTSA says there have been over 30 accidents that caused fires and resulted in nearly 50 deaths. Chrysler says it will recall the [...]

RECALL: Nap Nanny

Tom Cook — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:28:21 +0000

Mom, Dad? If you’re using the “Nap Nanny” for your baby to sleep on, STOP using it right now. In the last 4 years, there have been five infant deaths and nearly 100 reports of infants falling over the side even when in the harness. That’s why “Baby Matters” (the company that made them) is [...]

Unsafe Motorcyclist Runs Into Back Of Police Car

Tom Cook — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:14:46 +0000

Motorcycles. Some riders are smart. Some riders are stupid. The latter category has shades of stupidity, right? Take for example the DB’s who weave in and out of traffic, taking (what I would consider) unnecessary risks and putting themselves in danger. This guy took it to the proverbial next level. Popping a wheelie. Right in [...]

Installation Ceremony Of Grand Rapids Diocese's Bishop David Walkowiak [Photos]

Matt Milhouse — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:45:02 +0000

David Walkowiak became Bishop of the Diocese of Grand Rapids in a 2.5 hour ceremony at the Cathedral of Saint Andrew this afternoon in Grand Rapids. View photos from today’s installation ceremony and learn more about the symbolism found during the ceremony. You’ll find a number of symbols of the Office of Bishop in the [...]

11 Kids Who Can't Get Enough of Ice Cream

Cameron Simcik — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:15:20 +0000

Raise your hand if you love summer. We're assuming there was just a collective "aww yeah!" among you, because seriously-- who doesn't enjoy lemonade and Slip N' Slides and hanging your head out the window? But we can't forget the tastiest way to celebrate the season-- ice cream. And lots of it.

David J. Walkowiak Being Installed As Bishop Of Diocese Of Grand Rapids [Live Video]

Matt Milhouse — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:12:42 +0000

In April, David John Walkowiak was announced as the next Bishop of the Diocese of Grand Rapids.

Details about the ordination were announced last month.

Today, the visitors from around the country have filled the Cathedral of Saint Andrew in Grand Rapids to capacity for today's ordination.

Click through to watch it live online.

West Michigan Residents Affected By Flooding May Now Apply For Low Interest Loans

Matt Milhouse — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:55:48 +0000

The flood of 2013 is not grabbing the attention it did weeks ago, but for many it’s effects are still being felt. Beginning today, Michigan residents may now apply for special low interest loans to replace damaged real estate or property. The loans are being offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration. SBA.gov explains how [...]

Grand Rapids Christian, South Christian, And Calvin Christian Win State Championships

Matt Milhouse — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:15:22 +0000

It was another successful weekend for West Michigan high school sports! Multiple state championships came home as the 2013 spring high school sports season wrapped up. Grand Rapids Christian brought home a pair of trophies. Grand Rapids Christian won the Division 2 Boys Baseball Championship by beating Richmond 3-0. Grand Rapids Christian also won the [...]

4th of July Celebrations in West Michigan

Andy Rent — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:17:58 +0000

I have a big THANKS to give out to the West Michigan Tourist Association. They really do an amazingt job promoting West Michigan, and keeping all of us up-to-date on all the fun things happening throughout the seasons.

One of the big celebrations is the 4th of July, and here is an update of fireworks and cool places and things to do.