Occupy Grand Rapids

Occupy Grand Rapids stakes out a new campsite

Lindsey Smith

Occupy Grand Rapids is re-launching the movement after several months of lying low. The group doesn't have specific demands, “it’s not one thing, it’s…

Celia Perez leads a crochet circle at the 'buy nothing' event in Grand Rapids on Black Friday. 'There's so much stuff in the world - why not just make your own gifts?'

Arts & Life

“Buy nothing” day a hit in Grand Rapids park

Lindsey Smith

In sharp contrast to the chaos at many shopping centers during Black Friday, Occupy Grand Rapids held an event today encouraging people to buy…

At least 50 protest Vice President Joe Biden's campaign fundraiser in downtown Grand Rapids last week.

Politics & Government

Individuals involved in "Occupy Grand Rapids" on "Here and Now"

Lindsey Smith

39-year-old Richard Ertle and 23-year-old Ryan Gillikin share their thoughts today on WBUR's nationally syndicated "Here and Now" program.Gillikin…

At least 50 people walked in front of the downtown restaurant where Biden held a campaign fundraiser Wednesday.

Politics & Government

“Occupy Grand Rapids” group protests at Biden fundraiser

Lindsey Smith

People inspired by the “Occupy Wall Street” protests in New York showed up at a Democratic fundraiser hosted by Vice President Joe Biden Wednesday…