Police Deliver Baby, Kayaker Plunges Down, and More Snow Expected

Monday, November 10th, 2025

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A kayaker took a 50-foot plunge down the state’s largest waterfall, sustainted no injuries, and it was all caught on video. Check out the video of the fall here and read more in Top Stories.

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Parts of West Michigan are under a winter storm warning through early this morning, with snowfall up to nine inches expected in parts of the state.

The heaviest snowfall is expected in a lake-effect snow band that will touch Manistee, Ludington, and Pentwater, with most of the state southwest of Kalamazoo projected to see four to six inches.

Most of the snow is expected to pass by mid-morning. You can see a more detailed forecast, with projected snowfall totals here.

The state Department of Health and Human Services ordered the vendor responsible for SNAP payments to issue full payments to residents starting tomorrow.

The order follows a deal struck in the U.S. senate that looks likely to re-open the government as early as Wednesday. SNAP recipients can expect to receive their full benefits within 48 hours after the order.

You can find more details on the state’s order here.

Video captured at Tahquamenon Falls State Park caught the moment a kayaker plunged more than 50 feet down the state’s largest waterfall.

State Park Manager Kevin Dennis confirmed the video showing the kayaker making the plunge is real, and added the kayaker did not seek medical attention after the fall.

There are no state laws preventing residents from attempting the plunge. It is unclear whether the fall was intentional.

You can see the full video here.

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