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Toys For Tots

Here's where you can drop off your donations for the 2024 Toys for Tots campaign in West Michigan

We've compiled a list of area businesses and organizations that are collecting toys for the 2024 Toys for Tots holiday drive.
Community

Join 13 ON YOUR SIDE for the American Heart Association 2024 Grand Rapids Heart Walk

Heart disease and stroke can be life-changing in many ways. The Heart Walk is a way to raise awareness and help eradicate these diseases.
Team Bios

Josh Alburtus

Josh serves as 13 ON YOUR SIDE's resident political reporter.
Weather Impact

What is a Weather Impact Alert?

13 ON YOUR SIDE meteorologists use Weather Impact Alerts to let you know when impactful or potentially dangerous weather is expected in West Michigan.
Team Bios

Riley Mack

Riley started as an intern at 13 ON YOUR SIDE. Now, she's a 2x Emmy-winning journalist focusing on the little-known, lot-of-heart stories of West Michigan.
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Forecasting a Farewell | 13 ON YOUR SIDE’s Chief Meteorologist announces retirement

After more than 40 years with 13 ON YOUR SIDE, Chief Meteorologist George Lessens is ready to hang up his signature bowtie and hat.
Wellness

Woman says '13 Friends For Life' saved her life

After watching the 13 Friends For Life reminder on July 13, Amanda Garza did a self breast exam. When something felt off, doctors later found cancer.
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Help us Stuff the Bus! | 13 ON YOUR SIDE partners with Heart of West Michigan United Way for a 13-hour school supply drive

Help 13 ON YOUR SIDE Stuff the Bus by collecting school supplies for Kent County Schools where the need is the greatest.
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Watch 13 ON YOUR SIDE for free on Roku, Amazon Fire TV Stick, and on your phone

Here's how you can get the latest West Michigan news, weather and sports from 13 ON YOUR SIDE from your preferred streaming device.
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13 ON YOUR SIDE Weekend Team celebrates Riley's wedding

The Weekend Team takes a look at some photos from Riley Mack's Saugatuck wedding.
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One Year Later | The Killing of Patrick Lyoya in Grand Rapids, Michigan

How did we get here? What has changed inside our city and our communities? How can we continue to heal and make positive changes? And where do we go next?