West Michigan's Morning News

Dr. Jim Applegate joins us to discuss a psychological study on what is "cool."

Rick Vuyst joins us to preview tomorrow's Gardening Simplified show!

Today over 400 US athletes with disabilities compete in the Hartford Nationals in Grand Rapids through July 17. President of the West Michigan Sports Commission Mike Guswiler joins us with the details on these events.

Applications are now open for a paid pathway to the medical field from West Michigan Works! Director of Business Solutions Amy Lebednick joins us with the details.

More information can be found here: https://www.westmiworks.org/employers/training/marap/

Common household plastics have been linked to thousands of global deaths from heart disease. Healthy living expert Dr. Fab Mancini joins us to discuss ways to avoid microplastics.

Our top trending stories for this Friday July 11, 2025.

Shocking behavior from a British teacher, a man forgets his wife at a gas station, and a bowling event you might want to miss. Those stories and more on today's top 5!

Shmitty has the details on how you can have a great West Michigan Weekend!

Will we tip less now that tipped workers can deduct their tip totals from their taxes? NBC News Radio National Correspondent joins us to discuss this controversial topic.

The Grand Rapids Sports Hall of Fame has announced it's 2025 class. Steve Kelly and Bret Bakita break down the class, including one inductee with ties to WOOD Radio.

Teens are using AI to create fake nudes of their classmates as a form of bullying. Lt. Randy Sutton, a 30-year law enforcement officer and host of "A Cop's Life" podcast joins us to discuss how prosecutors are cracking down.

Fox News Radio's Jonathan Savage joins us to discuss Secretary of State Marco Rubio's first trip to Asia.

Our top trending stories for this Thursday July 10, 2025.

John C. Reilly serenades Jack White, and a couple of sticky highway spills highlight today's top 5!

You don't want to miss our commentary on this bird they want to bring back...

Chris Palusky, CEO of Mel Trotter Ministries and Megan Erskine, CEO at Catherine's Health Center join us to discuss a new partnership to serve those experiencing homelessness in West Michigan.

More information can be found here: https://woodradio.iheart.com/featured/wood-radio-local-news/content/2025-07-08-catherines-health-center-to-staff-full-service-med-clinic-at-mel-trotter/

Amazon must face a US Class Action Lawsuit over Alexa users' privacy. Attorney Jeremy Rosenthal joins us to discuss this case and whether or not your Alexa is sharing information.

Our top trending stories for this Wednesday July 9, 2025.

A new report shows 27% of Americans have a side hustle to make extra cash. NBC News Radio National Correspondent Rory O'Neill joins us with the details

Fox News Radio's Ryan Schmelz joins us to discuss continuing search and rescue efforts and gives us reaction from Congress on this tragic event.

Scientists trying to bring back an extinct bird, a long lost message in a bottle, and a mountain biker encounters a bear. Those stories and more on today's top 5!

NBC News Radio National Correspondent Rory O'Neill joins us to discuss the latest as famiies are losing hope that they will find any more survivors of the Texas flooding.

Detroit Tigers Broadcast Reporter Daniella Bruce joins us to discuss how this year's Tigers team has become the best team in baseball!

Andrea Koop, Co-Founder of the Beer City Open and professional pickleball player joins us to discuss this huge tournament going on at Belknap Park over the next 4 days.

More information can be found here: https://www.beercityopen.com/

Teachers warn that AI is impacting student's critical thinking. Jon Schultz, expert in technology and AI joins us to discuss how many students are using AI and what might happen in the coming years.

President Trump has threatened an additional 10% tariff on countries that align with "Anti-American" BRICS policies. Fox News Radio's Jonathan Savage joins us with the details on possible trade negotiations.

Our top trending stories for this Tuesday July 8, 2025.

The gang's all here and we are back with the top 5 for Tuesday July 8, 2025.

Congressman Bill Huizenga of Michigan's 4th District joined us this morning with his reaction to the big budget bill passed over the weekend.

We are joined by CBS News National Reporter Karen Hua live from Kerrville, Texas where officials are still searching for survivors of the devastating flash floods.

Dr. Laura Snyder, Primary Care Provider at Corewell Health joins us to discuss the health benefits of using sunscreen and when it is time to replace your expired sunscreen.

Our top trending stories for this Monday July 7, 2025.

CBS News Business Analyst and host of Jill on Money Jill Schlesinger joins us to discuss the latest on tariffs and negotations.

NBC News Radio National Correspondent Rory O'Neill joins us to discuss the latest as search and rescue efforts continue in Texas.

An unexpected foam party on a Detrot runway, the wrong box delivered using online shopping, and a bear breaks into a car. Those stories and more on today's top 5!

Staff Sergeant Monte Bernardo joins us to discuss an unforgettable story about his service and what happened on July 4 in Afghanistan.

Adam is in from the Producer's Booth with a full list of 4th of July events!

NBC News Radio National Correspondent Rory O'Neill joins us to discuss how Americans will be celebrating Independence Day.

The second confirmed case of the measles has appeared in Kent County. We spoke with Communications Manager with the Kent County Health Department Christina Anthony on what symptoms to watch out for and how to treat it should you become infected.

Our top trending stories for this Thursday July 3, 2025.