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Wyoming Police Department investigates homicide of 82-year-old female

A person of interest is in police custody following a homicide investigation in the 800 block of Marcia Street SW. (Photo: WKTV/Deborah Reed)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Wyoming Police investigate serious pedestrian crash on July 18

A pedestrian was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle in the 2800 block of South Division Ave. (Photo:WKTV/DeborahReed)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Soul Syndicate taking their funk and soul to Kentwood City Hall July 23

This is the fifth time the 10-member funk, soul and dance band has performed in the Kentwood Summer Concert Series. (Photo: Tom Taylor. Used with Permission)

By:Deborah Reed, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

MexiCuba is bringing the heat to Wyoming on July 21

MexiCuba will showcase its unique blend of salsa and timba music on Tuesday, July 21, at 6 p.m. at Lamar Park, as part of the Wyoming Concerts in the Park series. (Photo: Wity Zaldivar. Used with Permission)

By:Lillian Reiner, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Local Sports Update

Boxers earn trips to national tournament after winning crowns at state Golden Gloves finals

Steven Ramirez (right) is joined by his coach as he displays his state title trophy at the Michigan Golden Gloves Championships after defeating Siderio Mitchell. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

WKTV Friday Night Highlights Golden Gloves PART 1; check out the great boxing action!

BOXING FANS: Click the headline to find our WKTV Friday Night Highlights Golden Gloves show PART 1 with exciting action and interviews!

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor/Sports Director, greer@wktv.org

South Christian girls wrap winning hoops season in Division 2 state semifinals; finish 27-1

The South Christian girls basketball team with their Division 2 Regional trophy. The Sailors finished the season at 27-1. (WKTV/Pat Moll)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

South Christian girls turn back West Catholic in Division 2 state quarterfinal Tuesday

South Christian players celebrate after defeating West Catholic 61-48 in a Division 2 state quarterfinal Tuesday at Unity Christian. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Champions claim their crowns Sunday at finals of West Michigan Golden Gloves

Local boxer Aneudy “Junior” Rios (left) won another title at the West Michigan Golden Gloves Finals Sunday, defeating Jason Wells in the 132-pound Elite Open Division. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Local News

Working smoke alarms help save two children from house fire

This incident is a powerful reminder that working smoke alarms save lives. CLICK OPEN FOR MORE DETAILS (Photo: WKTV/Deborah Reed)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Authentic Rock ‘n’ Roll: American Rust performs live at Wyoming Concerts in the Park on June 23

American Rust’s brand of middle-of-America rustbelt rock is a little more rock ‘n’ roll than country, while still heavily established in heartland and Midwestern musical traditions.(Photo: City of Wyoming/American Rust: Used with Permission)

By:Deborah Reed, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

West Michigan programs receive nearly $60,000 in grants to clean up streams and monitor water quality 

Volunteers help clean up Ottawa County streams in May 2026. (Photo: Ottawa County Water Resources: Used with Permission)

By:Ruth Thornton, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Wyoming FREE Concerts in the Park Lineup featuring Kanin Wren: Taylor Swift Experience, MexiCuba and more!

Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy free live music, food trucks and family-friendly fun on select Tuesdays throughout the summer beginning on June 16. CLICK OPEN for the entire schedule.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

WKTV News Today updates the West Nile Virus; check out our interview with the Kent County Health Department

CLICK OPEN this story for a News Today interview with Sara Simmonds of the Kent County Health Department, where she updates us on the presence of West Nile virus in the Grand Rapids area and talks about ticks and Lyme disease as well.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org

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