WXMI-TV (Grand Rapids, MI)

WWMA-TV officially began broadcasting in March 1982. By February 1983, a new group of shareholders took control of the station, with the change in ownership taking effect on April 1, 1983. On August 15, 1983, the station's call letters were updated to WXMI. In May 1989, a New York-based firm led by Robert Dudley acquired WXMI's stock. The station became a charter affiliate of the FOX Broadcasting Company in 1987. In June 1998, WXMI was purchased by Emmis Broadcasting Company from New York. Emmis later traded WXMI to Tribune Broadcasting Company, a prominent media organization involved in television and radio, publishing, education, and digital ventures. In January 1999, FOX 17 launched its first live newscast, FOX 17 News At Ten, making it the first prime-time newscast in West Michigan. This 30-minute program attracted viewers with its catchy slogan, “At Ten It’s News, At Eleven It’s History,” and eventually expanded to a full hour. In August 2006, FOX 17 introduced FOX 17 Morning News, which later grew into a four-hour program airing from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m., providing updates on news, weather, sports, and traffic. In April 2009, FOX 17 underwent a rebranding with a new logo and became the first station in West Michigan to broadcast local newscasts in high definition. On September 21, 2009, the station launched FOX 17 News At Six, an hour-long evening news program. Two years later, on March 7, 2011, FOX 17 introduced FOX 17 News At Five.

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Michigan hospitals continue to see high number of whooping cough cases

1 day ago | fox17online.com | Zachariah Wheaton

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Whooping cough cases are on the rise across the country, and are also high here in Michigan. Whooping cough, or pertussis, is a bacterial infection of the upper respiratory system. Infected people will experience a harsh cough that can lead to shortness of breath. The cough could last 90 days, and no medicine, nor treatment can make the cough go away. The infection can be fatal for young children, especially those under a year old.
Ottawa County decides to not sue over closure of coal power plant

2 days ago | fox17online.com | Matt Witkos

OTTAWA COUNTY, Mich. — The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners considered making another push to keep the J.H. Campbell power plant open during Tuesday’s board meeting. It’s the latest effort by the county government this year. Commissioners considered filing a lawsuit against Consumers Energy to stop the planned shutdown.
Allendale accidentally releases high school students' emails

3 days ago | fox17online.com | Matt Witkos

OTTAWA COUNTY, Mich. — An Ottawa County school district accidentally released the email addresses of high school students as part of a Freedom of Information Act request. Allendale Public Schools sent an email warning students and guardians that 11th graders' email addresses were accidentally released as part of a batch of information sent by the district. FOX 17 spoke with Superintendent Dr. Garth Cooper on how this happened.
Holland nonprofit increases access to healthy foods through mobile market

5 days ago | fox17online.com | Alina Hauter

HOLLAND, Mich. — Community Action House in Holland has been serving lakeshore residents for the past five decades. Last year, the organization served 11,000 neighbors with its Food Club and Opportunity Hub. The nonprofit is hoping to increase that number with the launch of their new Food Club Mobile Market by visiting different neighborhoods in Ottawa and Allegan counties. Community Action House isn't a traditional food bank that you might find in other parts of the state.
'FOREVER EMPLOYEE REST WELL EILEEN’ business honors employee after her passing

5 days ago | fox17online.com | Matt Witkos

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A sign is posted outside of Grand Rapids' Northfield Lanes honoring their longtime employee, Eileen Visser. It reads ‘FOREVER EMPLOYEE REST WELL EILEEN.’Her family explains that the longtime employee recently passed away at 99. After spending more than half a century there, the bowling alley was a second home to Eileen. “I was here a lot. I was a teenager and I used to hang out here,” Eileen’s daughter Patti Duflo said. Duflo had a good reason for being here, her dear mom.
Laketown Township to introduce new on-demand bus service

6 days ago | fox17online.com | Waleed Alamleh

LAKETOWN TWP, Mich. — Laketown Township, part of Allegan County, has launched a new on-demand bus service to improve public transportation options for its residents. Despite the township's location in northwestern Allegan County, far from Allegan City, existing bus services did not extend into Laketown, leaving many of its 6,500 residents seeking better transportation options.
Twins with Down syndrome bring joy with miniature horses

6 days ago | fox17online.com | Daren Bower

LOWELL, Mich. — A pair of 19-year-old twin sisters with Down syndrome are bringing smiles to seniors through their own business, which features miniature horses. Melanie and Molly Wade, known as Mel and Mol, run "Mol and Mel's Miracle Machine. " They bring their miniature horses to facilities like Care Resources in Lowell, where seniors can interact with them. "They love grandmas and grandpas, and they love bringing smiles. It's just a great, great thing," said Patty Wade, the twins' mother.
Easter egg hunts across West Michigan

6 days ago | fox17online.com | Michelle Dunaway

WEST MICHIGAN — Hippity-hoppity, Easter is on its way! Here are just a few of the Easter Egg Hunts happening around the region. Find the eggs and share your love with some kitties at Second Chance Cats of West Michigan. This is the 3rd year for the Spring Egg Hunt with Cats. Bring your basket or bag, and stop by anytime Friday (4/18) between 2:30 pm and 4:00 pm. This isn't a race or timed event. A $10 donation is suggested.
Talking Turkey: Should spring hunters be on the lookout for bird flu?

6 days ago | fox17online.com | Andy Curtis

GRAND RAPID, Mich — At this point, I think everyone knows about bird flu. We know it’s causing a problem with chickens and can be an issue with wild birds like ducks and geese. But as the spring turkey hunting season gets going across Michigan, do we have to worry about gobblers, too? "Well, the good news is we haven't had any detections in wild turkeys in Michigan," Julie Melotti, wildlife pathologist with the Department of Natural Resources, told me. "We've tested 20.
Maps, charts and graphs: Ottawa County to launch new election results website

6 days ago | fox17online.com | Sam Landstra

OTTAWA COUNTY, Mich. — Ottawa County is set to launch a new unofficial election results website ahead of the May election. A part of the county's push for "continuous improvement" in its elections, the new website will allow users to interact with the results through a series of charts and graphs. A map feature will also let voters view results in specific precincts, so they can focus on a candidate's performance in their hometown.