West Michigan's Morning News

Alex Kannok-Leipert joins us for our weekly Griffins Power Play!

Wedgwood Christian Services is hosting it's annual State of the Child Event. Director of Clinical Services Brina Tiemeyer joins us to discus topics covered at the event and who should attend. Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.wedgwood.org/sotc/

This current partial government shutdown is expected to last until at least next week. Fox News Radio's Tonya J. Powers joins us with the details. 

Fox News Radio's Jonathan Savage joins us to discuss peace talks between US and Iran and Ukraine and Russia. 

Our top trending stories for Tuesday February 17, 2026. 

We find out what Olympians do for their day jobs, a toddler gets stuck in a claw machine, and some new underwear...for research. Those stories and more on today's top 5!

Dr. Jim Applegate joins us to discuss how soda can impact your liver health. 

Today is Ryan Schmelz's last day with Fox News Radio. We reflect on his time spent with us over the last 3 years and countless discussions about government shutdowns. 

NBC News Radio National Correspondent Rory O'Neill joins us to discuss the latest into the investigation of her disappearance. 

The Right Place has released their economic development plan for West Michigan for 2026-2028. President and CEO Randy Thelen joins us to discuss what we learned. 

Americans are expected to spend a record amount on Valentine's Day items. Fox News Radio's Eben Brown joins us with the details. 

Kids define love, a flying pig takes out electricity for a whole town, and a big pickleball fight leads to charges. Those stories and more on today's top 5!

Our top trending stories for Friday February 13, 2026. 

NBC News Radio National Correspondent Rory O'Neill joins us for an update in the search for Nancy Guthrie. 

Shmitty is in with plans for your Valentine's Day weekend!

Congressman Bill Huizenga joins us to discuss a range of topics including missile defense at Fort Custer, drones on the southern border, and a possible government shutdown. 

There were fireworks on Capitol Hill as Attorney General Pam Bondi was grilled by Congress. Fox News Radio's Jessica Rosenthal joins us to discuss what happened. 

Fox News Radio's Jonathan Savage joins us to discuss a mass school shooting in Canada - do we know anything more about the shooter or motive? 

Our top trending stories for Thursday February 12, 2026. 

An Olympian needs an extension for her homework, Florida residents turning iguanas into tacos, and Australia has a new gross problem. Those stories and more on today's top 5!

Yesterday Governor Whitmer signed legislation limiting cell phone use in schools Chris McKenna with ProtectYoungEyes. Com joins us to discuss this legislation and why it is a step in the right direction. 

Fox News Radio's Eben Brown joins us to discuss the latest developments in the search for Nancy Guthrie. 

Joe DiBenedetto, Managing Director with LLYC and Co-Chair of the Armed Forces Thanksgiving joins us to discuss a program where you can honor your loved ones who have served or are serving in the Armed Forces with a banner in downtown Grand Rapids during the month of May. More information can be found here: https://www.armedforcesthx.org/hometown-heroes-banners