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Storms late Monday bring rain, possible severe conditions

By: Ellen Bacca

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.

Gorgeous weather expected Thursday

By: Ellen Bacca

Sensational weather returns for Thursday with highs in the 80s, low humidity, and gorgeous blue skies.

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Ask Ellen: what are these lines of clouds in the sky?

By: Ellen Bacca

Lines crossing in the sky can be a source of panic for some, but physicists say they are less alarming than they first appear.

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Ask Ellen: What's the 2026-27 winter looking like?

By: Ellen Bacca

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.

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Fall-like Monday with plenty of sunshine

By: Ellen Bacca

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.

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School districts shorten classes Wednesday ahead of rising temperatures

By: Ellen Bacca, A.J. Evans

School districts across West Michigan are taking precautions ahead of Wednesday’s rising temperatures.

Ask Ellen: If Earth’s shadow isn’t the cause of moon phases, what is?

By: Ellen Bacca

A common misconception is that moon phases are caused by Earth's shadow. The nearly 30-day cycle of the moon around the Earth is credited with the changing phases.

Hot and humid again Wednesday, storms possible

By: Ellen Bacca

Heat index values will once again surge to near 100° today with a chance of showers and storms.

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Ask Ellen: If Earth's shadow isn't the cause of moon phases, what is?

By: Ellen Bacca

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — A common misconception is that moon phases are caused by Earth's shadow. The nearly 30-day cycle of the moon around the Earth is credited with the changing phases.

Still Hot Thursday, cool down slowly begins

By: Ellen Bacca

Showers and storms will be a touch more likely today, but any action could help to temper the afternoon heat. There is a low chance any storms could be strong to severe.