The Department of Natural Resources wants to establish "submerged land preserves" to better protect historic watercraft or aircraft that are sunk in Lake Michigan.

Ryan Evans, spokesperson with the Polk County Sheriff's Office. Multiple fire departments including in Polk City, Grimes, Johnston, and Ankeny assisted in putting out the fire, he said. ...

A local eatery and bar along the lakeshore is being sold to a West Michigan restaurant group. Finn’s Chophouse & Speakeasy ...