Josh Berry

3 weeks ago | fox17online.com | Josh Berry

WYOMING, Mich. — March is known for raising awareness of various causes, including childhood hunger, colorectal cancer, and cultural heritages. However, one issue that often remains overlooked is endometriosis awareness. While March may be winding down, endometriosis is a pressing concern, particularly for the estimated 10 percent of women of childbearing age who suffer from it. Ashley Crawford, who experienced significant pain for years, was told at 13 that all women endure difficult periods.

3 weeks ago | fox17online.com | Josh Berry

WHITE HALL, Mich. — Wyatt Jenkins, a senior at White Hall High School, won the Division Three individual wrestling championship earlier this month, a testament to his resilience after recovering from a broken neck that sidelined him for nearly all of last season. Introduced to wrestling at an early age by his father, who both played and coached, Jenkins is continuing a family legacy of winning. When asked what made him fall in love with wrestling, Jenkins said, "Winning.

3 weeks ago | fox17online.com | Josh Berry

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Three people have died and three more were injured after a tree struck a vehicle in Kalamazoo County Sunday evening. Around 5:40 p.m., the Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Office responded to the accident on East South Avenue, just west of South 47th Street. In a release sent later Sunday night, the Sheriff’s Office said it was investigating the deaths of three family members, with three other people being treated at hospitals for their injuries. One victim was in critical condition.

1 month ago | fox17online.com | Josh Berry

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Newly elected Grand Rapids Mayor, David LaGrand, has delivered his first State of the City address Thursday night. The invite only event began with former Mayor Rosalynn Bliss, who expressed her support for the new mayor and excitement for his term ahead. In a relatively short address, about 25 minutes, LaGrand focused on what he called "policy buckets."The buckets included three topics: housing, justice and policing, and city and neighborhood design.

1 month ago | fox17online.com | Josh Berry

SPRING LAKE, Mich. — An Ottawa County veteran and former first responder who has worked to overcome his own challenges, including cancer, is now paying it forward to others who have worn similar shoes. Life after military service for Jon Jacobs, who served in the Navy Reserves and Marines, wasn't an easy road. While in the fire academy in 2014, he was diagnosed with B Cell Leukemia. After three years of chemo, the road ahead wasn't clear. "I realized I really needed some help," he said.