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Potawatomi man to be the first Native to represent Michigan in Congress

A Potawatomi man has made history in Michigan’s Fourth Congressional District. In addition to being the first Native American to represent Michigan in Congress, Sean McCann, Citizen Potawatomi Nation and a Democrat, flipped a seat held by republicans for nearly a century. “I think people were looking for a...

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Bicyclist dies after being hit by car in Battle Creek

A man has died in Battle Creek after being hit by a vehicle as he was riding his bicycle, according to police.

Battle Creek, MI · 2d

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Health officials issue ‘all clear’ after mercury spill in Hastings

Days after a mercury spill was reported at a Hastings factory, the county health department has issued an all clear message, allowing the building to reopen.

Hastings, MI · 2d

The Detroit News

In one Michigan town, it's less trick or treat, more steal and sell

KALAMAZOO — Earlier this year, customers at a Kalamazoo shopping center were accosted by gangs of children selling candy. The youths wouldn’t wait for shoppers to get out of their vehicles and then followed them into stores, the patrons said. They cursed at people who turned them down. As brazen as the bullying was how they obtained the confections. They stole it from stores on the other side of the street, police said. Authorities were swarmed with calls from both sides of M-43. One group of shops complained about the thefts and the other about the harassment of customers. But law enforcement could do little. Unless they could prove the sweets were stolen, it wasn’t illegal for the juveniles to sell them. The dozen kids, who were as young as 8, were dubbed the Candy Boys. More: Michigan Red Baron worker in viral prank pauses fundraiser. Here's why The Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Office accused an adult, like Fagin in “Oliver Twist,” of being involved in the youthful enterprise. According to a police report, Alicia Betts of Kalamazoo seemed to direct some of the children on which stores to target. Betts, 39, was arrested and charged with contributing to the delinquency

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WWMT

Kalamazoo Speedway sold to new ownership ahead of 77th season

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Kalamazoo Speedway is under new ownership. Longtime owner Randy Ritchey has officially sold the historic facility to businessman Don Perkins, announced during the track’s 2026 Awards Banquet. Local: Paw Paw officials review Warner Vineyards outdoor concert noise complaints. Additionally, veteran racer Kenny Head was named...

Kalamazoo, MI · 17h

WWMT

1 killed, multiple injured in Kalamazoo County two-car crash

COMSTOCK TOWNSHIP, Mich. — A driver has died and multiple people are in the hospital following a two-car crash in Comstock Township, according to the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office. The crash happened at the intersection of East N Avenue and South 29th Street at 11:30 a.m. Thursday. Details about...

Kalamazoo County, MI · 2d

WWMT

$10,000 reward offered as family seeks answers in Kalamazoo shooting death of Angel Curtis

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The family of Angel Curtis is looking to the public for help after she was shot and killed in her car in Kalamazoo over the summer. They've increased the reward to $10,000 for any information that could lead to answers as to why they lost their sister and daughter in mysterious circumstances.

Kalamazoo, MI · 16h

WILX-TV

Unclaimed remains of more than a dozen veterans laid to rest at Fort Custer National Cemetery

AUGUSTA, Mich. (News 10) - The unclaimed remains of 14 veterans were laid to rest at Fort Custer National Cemetery on Friday. The ceremony took place days before Veterans Day. It ensures the veterans’ service is honored and that they receive a proper burial. 5 Mid-Michigan Army Veterans. Five...

Augusta, MI · 1d

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Meet ‘Toddler Woods,’ the tiny golfer with a viral swing

One West Michigan family has gained the attention of millions after videos online of their young son playing golf went viral.

Caledonia, MI · 2d

Michigan Mama News

Thanksgiving Travel Warning as Data Reveals Michigan's Deadliest Places to Drive in Winter

Guest Blogger November 7, 2026 0 Holidays , Michigan , travel Photo by Lisa Fotios Article courtesy of Priority Tire . With Thanksgiving opening the holiday travel season, Battle Creek is named the most dangerous area of Michigan to drive in winter, with an average of 3.36 road deaths per 100,000 residents every winter, the highest rate of any metropolitan area in the state. Ann Arbor is the safest area to drive during the winter, with an average of 1.55 deaths per 100,000 residents, less than half of Battle Creek’s rate. Thanksgiving drivers are being warned to take care, as 1,587 people died on the roads of the 15 metropolitan areas based in Michigan across the winters of 2014 to 2023, according to federal crash records from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. AAA forecast a record 81.8 million Americans would travel at least 50 miles from home over Thanksgiving last year, with at least 73 million going by car. As millions of Americans prepare to hit the road for Thanksgiving, new research has revealed the most dangerous areas of Michigan for drivers in winter, with Battle Creek found to be the most dangerous metropolitan area in the state. The

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WWMT

Fort Custer National Cemetery honors 14 unclaimed veterans

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — 14 unclaimed veterans were honored in a ceremony at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta Friday morning. Nine served in the Army, four served in the Navy, and one was an airman. POST-ELECTION: New Democratic leaders of Michigan Legislature want to have 'most-productive' session. Fellow veterans,...

Augusta, MI · 1d

knightlifenews.com

Kalamazoo begins multi-year long project to rebuild the streets of downtown

On July 13, 2026, Kalamazoo began the major road project, Streets for All. This project is going to convert large one-way streets into two-way streets. The project plans to work on Kalamazoo Avenue, West Main and Michigan Avenue. This is expected to take many years, with reconstruction being finished around the year 2030. Kalamazoo hopes the project will make the streets safer, benefit businesses and change the perspective of the city.

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wkzo.com

KPS to start Saturday detention November 21st

KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – It’s like something straight out of 1980s movie “The Breakfast Club,” but when Kalamazoo Public Schools troublemakers meet for Saturday detention later this month, they won’t be dancing on the rails and engaging in shenanigans. Superintendent Darrin Slade says they...

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'I’ll do whatever it takes': Family seeks specialized care for 6-year-old after explosion

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Six-year-old Aubrey Davis was supposed to be starting first grade, spending time with friends and enjoying everything that comes with being a kid. Instead, she’s spent the last five months in a hospital room, fighting through injuries her family never imagined she would face.

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bvmsports.com

No. 5 Western Michigan at No. 10 North Dakota Hockey Live Updates

No. 5 Western Michigan visits No. 10 North Dakota for both teams’ opening weekend of NCHC play. The Broncos arrive at 6-1 after a high-scoring sweep, while North Dakota is looking to stop a three-game skid. The teams meet only once during the regular season. By the Numbers. Western...

Kalamazoo, MI · 1d

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82-Year-Old Cyclist Dies After Being Struck by Car in MI

BATTLE CREEK, MI – An 82-year-old bicyclist was struck and killed by a car in Battle Creek. Police responded to the fatal crash around 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, near the intersection of Helmer Road and Cherrywood Lane, the Battle Creek Police Department said. Investigators said the 82-year-old Bedford...

Battle Creek, MI · 1d

Kalamazoo Gazette

New WMU basketball coach Kahil Fennell gets first win — and it’s one worth toasting

KALAMAZOO, MI — Sometime after receiving a celebratory game ball and plenty of love from his players and coaches, Kahil Fennell walked off the court at University Arena with one more thing waiting for him at home. A glass of whiskey. For the first time at Western Michigan, Fennell...

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Boil water advisory issued in Battle Creek

Water system repairs have prompted a boil water advisory in Battle Creek.

Battle Creek, MI · 3d

MLive

The messy reality facing Kalamazoo and its neighbors after passing data center moratoriums

KALAMAZOO, MI — Kalamazoo is among a string of Michigan municipalities to adopt a data center moratorium. But the pause does not end questions about the possibility of the controversial data storage facilities coming to town. Rather, moratoriums start the clock for city officials to create guardrails for data...

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Kalamazoo issues boil water advisory for system repair

The city of Kalamazoo has issued a boil water advisory in parts of a northwest neighborhood starting Tuesday, Nov. 10.