In October 2021, two new laws went into effect to help keep children safe on the school bus.

The first makes it easier to ticket drivers who blow through the school bus' extended stop arm. Previously, police had to actually witness a car blow through a bus stop arm sign in order to give a ticket.

Under the law, drivers can be ticketed using exterior cameras on buses. Some schools already have the cameras, while others are now looking into the investment because of the new law.

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New rules crack down on aggressive panhandling in Grand Rapids

City leaders say the new ordinances are about making downtown safer for everyone and helping business owners.

“In the city of Grand Rapids, it would be a misdemeanor to harass someone who’s in the middle of a transaction, or commercial transaction, where they really feel that is rising to the level of intimidation and they can’t really get away,” Deputy City Manager Kate Berens said.

If convicted, violators could face up to 90 days in jail.

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Office Depot told Cannon on Monday that its lawyers, are entitled to more than $2 million in attorney fees and costs under the Copyright Act, which permits "prevailing parties" to recoup fees from the losing side.

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New Amazon scams are making the rounds. Here’s how to avoid them

Here’s a look at the two main Amazon scam tactics that have been pestering people lately, along with tips for spotting them so you don’t become a victim yourself.

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