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Former Juvenile Lifer Richard Griffin Withdraws From Grand Rapids Commission Race After Failing Signature Threshold
Former juvenile lifer Richard Griffin has withdrawn his campaign for Grand Rapids City Commission after failing to collect the required nominating signatures. Griffin, who was sentenced to life in prison at age 16 in 1995, said his team learned valuable voter registration lessons during the campaign process.
4h ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Announces Nearly 50 New Housing Units and Commercial Space Coming to Grand Rapids and Saline
Governor Whitmer announced $33 million in housing and commercial development projects in Grand Rapids and Saline through the bipartisan RAP program, creating 45 apartments and revitalizing downtown properties.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Independent Report Questions Market for DeVos, Van Andel Luxury Development in Downtown Grand Rapids
Independent SB Friedman report commissioned by Michigan Strategic Fund finds limited evidence the downtown Grand Rapids market can support $796 million luxury development with million-dollar condos and luxury apartments at projected price points.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Announces $33 Million Investment in Housing and Commercial Development for Grand Rapids and Saline
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced $33 million in RAP program funding for housing and commercial development projects in Grand Rapids and Saline, creating 45 apartments and revitalizing downtown Saline.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Four Grand Blanc Township Firefighters Sue Over Alleged Retaliation Following Chief Support
Four Grand Blanc Township firefighters filed a federal lawsuit claiming retaliation for publicly supporting Fire Chief Jamie Jent after a deadly church attack. The plaintiffs allege their First Amendment rights were violated when Superintendent Dennis Liimatta changed hiring procedures.
April 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Cities Weighing Renaming Streets and Schools Named After César Chavez Following Abuse Allegations
Michigan cities including Lansing, Grand Rapids, Pontiac and Flint are considering renaming streets and schools named after César Chávez after a New York Times investigation alleged the labor leader sexually abused young girls in the 1970s.
5d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Michigan Housing Shortfall Persists Despite Governor Whitmer's Progress as State Pushes for Tax Credit
Michigan continues to face a 119,000-unit housing shortfall despite Governor Whitmer's progress. New RAP program grants support housing projects in Grand Rapids and Saline, while state officials push for a state affordable housing tax credit to add 2,600 units annually through federal matching funds.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources