Julie Dunmire
WXYZ Detroit
Grand Rapids, MI, United States
Contact Julie
Discover and connect with journalists and influencers around the world, save time on email research, monitor the news, and more.
| Recent: |
|
| Past: |
|
Past articles by Julie:
Paw Paw FD mourns loss of beloved, respected Lt. Ethan Quillen
Lt. Ethan Quillen died by a complete accident during the ice storm Wednesday evening. Now, the entire village of Paw Paw is mourning the loss of the volunteer firefighter. → Read More
Here to listen: FOX 17 lets Spartans share their stories
When I returned to my alma mater on Monday, classes were the last thing on my mind. This was even more true for the students who returned to the university a week after a mass shooting. → Read More
Sparrows coffeeshop rebrands with new name and story
“There’s real life happening alongside your business life. You have to somehow make them work together,” Lori said. → Read More
Business owner: hand-written 'mattress for sale' signs are not a scam
The often-advertised economy twin mattress is $95. The signs help get people in the door, the owner says. → Read More
Ottawa Co. district has same threat assessment policy as Oxford, putting to use
Former members of the Oxford School Board say the school district failed to implement a critical threat assessment ahead of the November 30 school shooting that left 4 students dead. → Read More
'We were having a good day': Family, bike-riding brothers remember teen shot, killed on Wyoming road
Kane Coronado was brave enough to ride on one wheel. Family remembers him as a free spirit, even as a little boy. → Read More
Judge calls out 'draconic' Michigan law at Schurr preliminary hearing conclusion
If read in its most simple form, a Michigan law called the "fleeing felon law" says people can be killed if they are attempting to flee a felony under certain circumstances. → Read More
Co-Response Team: GRPD officer, social worker share successes of pilot program
Only one team responds exclusively to mental-health calls in Grand Rapids. The city says more teams are coming. → Read More
'It's been difficult:' Muskegon ISD on Muskegon Height's schooling issues
Muskegon Heights Public Schools is in 35 million dollars of debt. Parents' concerns continue to grow. → Read More
Antoine Court resident receives affordable housing after 20 years of applying: 'It was a blessing'
Antoine Court was recently given a merit award for innovation from NAHRO. Many people living in the apartment building have been waiting years for affordable housing vouchers. → Read More
Third generation family farm fighting development changes in Alpine Township
As new developments creep in around a family farm, Alpine Township's future comes into question as development plans continue to grow in Master Plan → Read More
Tudor Dixon announces $1 billion 'Building a Safe State' plan
Republican gubernatorial candidate Tudor Dixon announced a $1 billion plan for creating a “safer state” on Tuesday outside of the Grand Rapids Police Department. → Read More
Documents: incident reports filed in connection to GR abortion clinic
The reports list subjects of complaints as "victims to society." Documents show that there were three incident reports in total. → Read More
WATCH: GRPD officers rescue victims in downtown shooting
In this video obtained by FOX 17 via a Freedom of Information Act Request, you can see officers transporting one victim to the hospital, before going back to help more people. → Read More
Mayor Bliss: 'I feel we are definitely held to a higher standard,' after contentious commission meeting
First Ward Commissioner Jon O'Connor abruptly left the July 12 City Commission meeting, clearly frustrated. → Read More
Campers in Grand Haven thankful for beach closure after fights
The DNR shut down the northern end of Grand Haven State Park on July 4th, because of large groups and at least two fights. → Read More
Family of 22-year-old killed in Allegan County deputy-involved shooting looking for answers
One person is dead after a shooting involving an Allegan County deputy during a traffic stop. → Read More
Rising costs halt Grand Rapids development project, contractors say this is a sign of the times
Robinson Flats was supposed to go in in Eastown. Right now, that's nearly impossible, says the developer. → Read More
Let's Connect: FOX 17 story helps mom receive baby formula
A FOX 17 story has helped a West Michigan mom get the formula that she has been looking for to feed her baby. → Read More
Family ready to speak: 3 people died in Grand Rapids carbon monoxide tragedy
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — November 2021, Lolita Brewer got a call no daughter ever expects. “When I got the call, I dropped the phone. I screamed,” Lolita Brewer said. Lolita's mother, grandmother, and nephew all died at the same time. Death records show it was due to accidental carbon monoxide poisoning. Ruby Dean Roberts, 78, Ellay Mae Brown, 60, and Zadai Ashford, just four months old, all died… → Read More