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A 2.9 magnitude earthquake rocked the ground under Lake Michigan Wednesday.
Another string of 90s is on deck for West Michigan as a heat dome tracks east into the Great Lakes.
The summer heat is back for another round, with back-to-back 90s expected and heat index values near 100 degrees on a few days.
Weather prediction has made massive improvements in recent years due to advances in knowledge and technology, but summertime storms can still throw some major curveballs.
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Highs will climb to the 90s again today, with wildfire smoke leading to air quality alerts across the Great Lakes.
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — A potent storm system will swing through Michigan Monday night, bringing needed rain, a chance of severe weather and a fresh plume of light smoke for Tuesday.
Sensational weather returns for Thursday with highs in the 80s, low humidity, and gorgeous blue skies.
Lines crossing in the sky can be a source of panic for some, but physicists say they are less alarming than they first appear.
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Seasonal outlooks can hint at trends, and the upcoming very strong El Niño will likely have a big impact on West Michigan's 2026-27 winter season.
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Sunshine returns Monday with low humidity and highs in the mid-70s. It will be a perfect kick-off for those headed back to school today.
