Category Archives: Top Stories

Happy Birthday, Peter Gabriel!
Today we celebrate the birthday of one of rock's most innovative and influential artists - Peter Gabriel, born February 13, 1950. From his groundbreaking early days as the original frontman of Genesis...
Travis Gibbs Feb 13, 2026 Jean_Nelson / Depositphotos.com

Nearly 80-pound Sturgeon caught in Northern Michigan
This year's Blake Lake sturgeon season lasted just 48 minutes. One fisherman seized the opportunity. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KjTxPxsANVI According to a report from MLive, Jared Guelig caught a...
Travis Gibbs Feb 11, 2026 AlexLipa / Depositphotos.com

Gene Simmons criticizes Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame
Rock legend Gene Simmons is once again stirring debate after criticizing the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for inducting rap artists. In a recent appearance on the Legends N Leaders podcast, the KISS c...
Travis Gibbs Feb 11, 2026 s_bukley / Depositphotos.com

Justin Verlander reunites with Detroit Tigers
Legendary righthander Justin Verlander returns to the team where his storied career began. The three-time AL Cy Young Award winner has agreed to a one-year, $13 million contract to rejoin the Detroit ...
Travis Gibbs Feb 10, 2026 Featureflash / Depositphotos.com

License-free fishing this weekend in Michigan
According to reporting from MLive, everyone is invited to try fishing in Michigan for free this weekend - no license, no passport, and no prior experience required. Michigan's Winter Free Fishing Week...
Travis Gibbs Feb 10, 2026 aallm / Depositphotos.com

Detroit Tigers & Red Wings Enter New Era with MLB Broadcast Partnership
Big changes are coming to how Detroit sports fans will watch their favorite teams. The Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings have officially announced they're leaving the FanDuel Sports Network and its...
Travis Gibbs Feb 10, 2026 smontgom65 / Depositphotos.com

Don Henley says The Eagles are done after 2026
Time is running out to see The Eagles live in concert. Don Henley, the only original member, told Tracy Smith on "CBS Sunday Morning" that this year will be the last for the band. Watch the full inter...
Travis Gibbs Feb 09, 2026

Spend your workday with our new midday host, Kim St. James!
Big news for the station! Kim St. James will be the new midday host on WLAV, weekdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kim hails from a small town in southwest Michigan. If you blink, you miss it, but it was th...
Travis Gibbs Feb 09, 2026

The Valentine's Day Redemption on Classic Rock 97 LAV!
Valentine's day is coming. If you've ever blown it on the big day - WLAV is here with your redemption. Listen all day February 14th for your chance to text in a Valentine's keyword. One winner scores ...
Travis Gibbs Feb 08, 2026

Listen to Super Bowl LX on Classic Rock 97 LAV!
This Sunday, WLAV is your home for complete Super Bowl coverage, kicking off at 5:00 PM! Whether you're gearing up for the big game, getting snacks ready, or settling in with friends and family, you c...
Travis Gibbs Feb 06, 2026

This Week In Rock History

Rock History (JUN 14-20)
Historic events this week from Foreigner, The Beatles, Billy Joel, Santana, The Police and Fleetwood MacJUNE 14, 1966: THE BEATLES' "BUTCHER COVER" Th...
Jun 14, 2026

Rock History (JUN 7-13)
Historic events this week from Tom Petty & Bob Dylan, Paul McCartney, Velvet Revolver, The Rolling Stones and RushJUNE 7, 1978: TOM PETTY MEETS BO...
Jun 07, 2026

Rock History (MAY 31-JUN6)
Historic events this week from Roky Erickson, Black Sabbath, Ray Davies, Eagles, U2 and The CarsMAY 31, 2019: ROKY ERICKSON DIES Roky Erickson is anot...
May 31, 2026

Rock History (MAY 24-30)
Historic events this week from David Bowie, Van Halen, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Bob Seger and moreMAY 24, 1974: DAVID BOWIE RELEASES DIAMOND DOGS At th...
May 24, 2026

Rock History (MAY 17-23)
Historic events this week from Dire Straits, R.E.M., Peter Gabriel, ZZ Top, The Wallflowers, The Rolling Stones and The WhoMAY 17, 1985: BROTHERS IN A...
May 17, 2026



