Memorial Day

Ringing in the new year with celebratory fireworks? Read this first.

Memorial Day became a federal holiday in 1971. Here is a look at how Americans have celebrated through the years while also honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

Although Michigan law requires schools to start after Labor Day, the majority of school districts apply for a waiver to start the school year earlier.

There will be no lack of Memorial Day events across Southwest Michigan. From the heartfelt ceremony at Fort Custer, to pancake breakfast's, parades and car shows, the options abound!

Whether you call them lightning bugs or fireflies, their return to Michiganders backyards is a sure sign of summer. When can we expect to see them here in West Michigan?

The only remaining hand cranked chain ferry in operation in the United States is located in Saugatuck, Michigan and is now open for the 2023 season.

Family celebration quickly turned into a real bummer in Marquette County.

According to Michigan State Police, ten people were killed in car accidents over the holiday weekend.

Someone, or a group of people, have been shooting off dozens of higher grade fireworks in the neighborhood the last two years. Is it right?

Much of the southern half of the lower peninsula will experience record heat this Memorial day.