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Apple farmers fend off last cold snap

Schweitzer Orchards is looking forward to this year's crop after fending off last cold snap that threatened his crop.

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Today's Forecast: Mostly sunny, breezy, pleasant

Mostly sunny, breezy, and pleasant today. Next rain chance arrive Thursday. Get the latest forecast from the FOX 17 Weather team.

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Labor trafficking investigation in West Michigan leads to criminal charges

A joint investigation by state and federal law enforcement officers in West Michigan resulted in criminal charges.

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Isle Royale wolf numbers are stable but moose population declining

Researchers forced to cut short an annual survey of wildlife on Isle Royale this winter due to unusually warm weather managed to gather data that shows the wolf population is stable.

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Major milestone: Meijer Gardens welcomes 15 millionth visitor

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park celebrated a major milestone Tuesday as it welcomed its 15-millionth visitor.

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Protesters demand WMU to divest from Israel

Gaza Solidarity Encampment on WMU's campus demands university administration to adopt a ceasefire resolution and divest from Israel.

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Grand Rapids shooting suspect charged with intent to murder

The suspect in a shooting that ended an argument on the northeast side of Grand Rapids is now charged.

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Study: Rideshare drivers refusing people with guide dogs

A Guide Dog for the Blind research project revealed out of 185 participants, 85% of people with service dogs are being denied rideshare services.

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'They're misunderstood': New veterinarian clinic works with reactive animals

We all have fears, especially when visiting the doctor. But our pets also have those same doctor-related fears.

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New approach to mental health: 24/7 behavioral health center opening in GR

Families struggling with mental health issues will soon have a new option for treatment, as Network 180 and Trinity Health Grand Rapids are set to open a 24/7 behavioral health center in June

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