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Budweiser wants to buy America a beer for the Fourth of July
If you're planning to raise a cold one over the Independence Day holiday, Budweiser may be picking up the tab.
To celebrate America's 250th birthday, Budweiser has launched "America's Tab," a promotion offering eligible adults 21 and older a $6 digital gift card that can be used toward a draft Budweiser....
Dangerous heat wave settles over West Michigan this week
After a cooler-than-normal start to summer, West Michigan is about to get hit with its hottest stretch of weather so far this year. Forecasters say temperatures will climb well into the 90s this week, while high humidity will push heat index values above 100 degrees.
The National Weather Service has issued an Ex...
Twisters Ice Cream destroyed in early morning fire
A West Side summer favorite is gone after a devastating fire destroyed Twisters Ice Cream early Monday morning.
According to a report from 13 On Your Side, Grand Rapids firefighters responded to the shop near Fulton Street and Lane Avenue around 1 a.m. and found the building heavily damaged, with reports indicat...
Britains admitting they were wrong about America during visits
One of the positive aspects of the FIFA World Cup is that foreign visitors are getting a real look at America...and they're saying it varies drastically from what they'd seen and heard from the media in their home countries.
Several visitors from Britain said they were expecting Americans to be "rude, inhos...
The Rolling Stones drop two new songs
In advance of their upcoming "Foreign Tongues" album, the Rolling Stones have released not one but two more new songs, bringing the total number of tracks released from the project to four. The new songs are "Jealous Lover" and the band's collab with the Cure's Robert Smith, "Divine Interventio...
Grand Rapids still dealing with amphitheater noise complaints
Grand Rapids is once again responding to noise complaints tied to the new Acrisure Amphitheater-and yeah, people are still talking.
According to a report from WOOD TV city officials acknowledged ongoing concerns about how far concert sound is traveling. Since opening in May, reports have come in from residents m...
Where to watch fireworks in West Michigan this Fourth of July
Still figuring out your Fourth of July plans? You've got options-a lot of them.
A new list from WOOD TV's West Michigan Guide shows dozens of fireworks shows and parades happening across West Michigan leading up to and on July 4th.
The city of Grand Rapids will be hosting their annual fireworks on the 4th thi...
A lot more adults are still living at home
If it feels like more people you know never really moved out... you're not wrong. A new report shows a record 25 million Americans under 35 are still living with their parents-that's about 1 in 3 young adults.
Sky-high housing costs are making it tough to get a place of your own. Home prices and rent have both j...
Rock News
The B-52s Set Canceled After Tornado Hits French Festival
The B-52s' scheduled performance at the Retro C Trop Festival in Tilloloy, France, was canceled after a tornado struck the festival site shortly befor...
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Bad Bunny Surprises London Crowd With Gorillaz Performance
Fans at Bad Bunny's concert in London got an unexpected moment when Gorillaz joined him on stage during the show. The surprise appearance took place a...
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Aaron Lewis Breaks Silence on Bizarre Taylor Swift Merchandise Packaging Mix-Up
Aaron Lewis has addressed an unusual mix-up involving his upcoming album and Taylor Swift merchandise. In a statement shared after fans discussed the ...
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The Hives Celebrate Their Longstanding Bond With Latin America in New Documentary
A new documentary is shining a light on The Hives and the lasting connection the Swedish rock band has built with fans across Latin America. The proje...
Jun 29, 2026
Sam Fender and Olivia Dean Set New U.K. Chart Record With Rein Me In
Sam Fender and Olivia Dean have reached another milestone after their duet Rein Me In extended its run at the top of the U.K. Singles Chart. The lates...
Jun 28, 2026
Bryan Adams is celebrating Canada Day with new music
The Canadian rocker has announced a new song titled The 51st State, set for release on July 1. The track arrives on Canada's national holiday and appe...
Jun 28, 2026
New Bon Scott Mural Unveiled in Melbourne Ahead of Singer’s 80th Birthday
A new mural honoring AC/DC's original lead singer, Bon Scott, has been unveiled in Melbourne as part of celebrations marking what would have been his ...
Jun 27, 2026
Billy Idol and Steve Stevens Honored With Hollywood Rockwalk Induction
Billy Idol and Steve Stevens have added another milestone to their decades-long partnership after being inducted into the Hollywood Rockwalk during a ...
Jun 26, 2026












