LANSING, MI — State Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks is seeking $30 million in state funding for a proposed John Ball Zoo aquarium, saying the project could become a major tourism destination and ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — John Ball Zoo opened Friday, marking the public debut of some new furry residents and the start of a season full of activities. Happy families were eager to make their ...

Beginning at Bizarre Bazaar in Grand Rapids' Eastown neighborhood, staff from John Ball Zoo will be offering free native pollinator plants to visitors as a part of the annual Habitat Hero program.

John Ball Zoo extended a grieving family's membership for free after learning the mother passed away before she could visit.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids invited the community to its opening day, which included the opportunity to meet a new member of the chimpanzee troop, along with other new animals.

John Ball Zoo unveiled a massive new otter habitat featuring interactive elements like fish cannons and a strong focus on ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — As the John Ball Zoo's season is coming to a close, it's looking back on a successful year. Throughout 2024, the zoo saw a record-breaking number of guests, with more than ...

The John Ball Zoo's porcupines Poppy and Panini are getting to know each other for the first time!

They may be small now, but with help from two-legged friends at John Ball Zoo and Calvin University, baby spotted turtles are growing stronger for life in the wild. The two institutions have partnered ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4)- Something BIG is making its way to John Ball Zoo! As you visit the family-friendly destination beginning Monday, July 15, you may notice roars in the distance, but they ...

GRAND RAPIDS, MI - Multiple positions will become available at John Ball Zoo next month for those interested in helping preserve wildlife and interacting with the public. The zoo is providing three ...