Brielle Meyer

Grand Haven, Grand Rapids, Muskegon

Digital Content Producer at WZZM-TV (Grand Rapids, MI)

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Casnovia mourns loss of Deputy Fire Chief Sam Deems, age 25

3 days ago | wzzm13.com | Brielle Meyer

CASNOVIA, Mich. — The Casnovia Township Fire Department shared on Tuesday that Deputy Chief Sam Deems was killed in a car accident on Tuesday. Sam was just 25 years old. The department said he was a firefighter "like no other," who served with passion, heart and an unwavering commitment to the community. "He had a deep love for saving lives and making a difference wherever he could," said the department in a Facebook post.
Man faces armed robbery charges for string of holdups at Michigan ALDI stores

3 days ago | wzzm13.com | Brielle Meyer

PORTAGE, Mich. — A 34-year-old Michigan man is facing multiple armed robbery charges in connection with a series of holdups at Aldi grocery stores across the state, authorities said. Kaleb Michael Shaffer was arrested June 4 in Rapid City, South Dakota and extradited to Michigan to face charges stemming from robberies in Portage and other jurisdictions, according to Portage police. The robbery spree began with incidents at an Aldi store at 6291 S. Westnedge Avenue in Portage on Dec.
MI Attorney General Dana Nessel appeals dismissal of murder charges against Brian Keely

3 days ago | wzzm13.com | Brielle Meyer

LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has officially filed a notice for a federal appeals court to overturn a federal judge's decision to dismiss the murder case against former Michigan State Police (MSP) Sergeant Brian Keely.
Grand Traverse County faces measles outbreak: Health Dept advises caution

3 days ago | wzzm13.com | Brielle Meyer

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich. — During the summer months, many Michiganders head north. But if you're heading up to Grand Traverse County, you'll want to be careful as the Grand Traverse County Health Department (GTCHD) and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) identified a measles outbreak. A measles outbreak is defined as three or more related cases of measles in a single county. GTCHD confirmed its third case of measles on June 23.
South Haven boater finds unconscious person floating 5 miles south of lighthouse

4 days ago | wzzm13.com | Brielle Meyer

SOUTH HAVEN, Mich. — South Haven Area Emergency Services (SHAES) said Monday night they responded to a call for a person in distress on Lake Michigan. The person was found about five miles south of the lighthouse by a boater. Emergency responders were dispatched at 6 p.m. The boater had called in to report that they had found an unconscious person floating in the water. SHAES said the boater had tried to get the victim out of the water but could not.
Can your child legally run a lemonade stand in Michigan this summer?

4 days ago | wtol.com | Brielle Meyer

MICHIGAN, USA — The summer of 2025 came in with a vengeance as a heat wave blanketed the central and eastern United States. The hot weather has many across Michigan seeking ways to cool off and refresh. One great way to stay hydrated is with a cool drink. And one of summer's most popular beverages is a nice cold glass of lemonade. While kids are off from school, a lemonade stand can be a great way for them to profit from the drink's popularity while learning business skills.
Activists detail family's return to El Salvador after their voluntary departure was interrupted by detainment

4 days ago | wzzm13.com | Brielle Meyer

EL SALVADOR, — On June 4, Carlos Menjivar was arrested during what his family said was a routine check-in appointment at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) subcontractor office in Grand Rapids. Before his detainment, Carlos and his family had been offered voluntary departure by ICE, and the family had even purchased plane tickets in preparation to return to El Salvador within that week, according to a statement from advocacy groups.
Study lists Grand Rapids as one of the best-run cities in the country

4 days ago | wzzm13.com | Brielle Meyer

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Congratulations, Grand Rapids! For the third year in a row, Grand Rapids was listed as one of the United States' 25 best-running cities in WalletHub's 2025 report on municipal operating efficiency. In the 2024 report, Grand Rapids ranked 23rd. This year, the city climbed to 22nd. For the report, the city was pitted against 148 of the nation's largest cities. From there, WalletHub created a “Quality of City Services” score.
Can your child legally run a lemonade stand in Michigan this summer?

4 days ago | wzzm13.com | Brielle Meyer

MICHIGAN, USA — The summer of 2025 came in with a vengeance as a heat wave blanketed the central and eastern United States. The hot weather has many across Michigan seeking ways to cool off and refresh. One great way to stay hydrated is with a cool drink. And one of summer's most popular beverages is a nice cold glass of lemonade. While kids are off from school, a lemonade stand can be a great way for them to profit from the drink's popularity while learning business skills.
Lyoya family's civil trial against former Officer Schurr set for 2026

1 week ago | wzzm13.com | Brielle Meyer

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A trial date has been set for the civil lawsuit filed by the family of Patrick Lyoya against the former Grand Rapids Police Department (GRPD) officer who shot and killed Lyoya in April 2022. Lyoya's death was captured on body camera footage, where you can see former GRPD Officer Christopher Schurr shoot Lyoya in the back of the head while on top of him.