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Making a threat to a school could lead to serious consequences, prosecutor warns
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Following the report of a shooting threat at a Battle Creek high school, the Calhoun County prosecutor said making these type of threats could lead to serious consequences. A student at Battle Creek Central High School threatened to bring a handgun and a rifle to...
Kalamazoo, MI Is Now The ‘Fastest Shrinking City’ In America
There are plenty of reasons why people move from a city in Michigan. Job opportunities and affordable housing will have residents flocking to other cities in the state or even out of Michigan completely. But one city in Michigan has recently seen such a decrease in population that it's now the fastest shrinking city in the nation.
Woman found dead in Kalamazoo-area house fire
KALAMAZOO TOWNSHIP, MI -- A woman was found dead inside a home after it started on fire, according to a fire marshal. Firefighters were called about 10 a.m. Thursday, April 24, to the blaze at 3220 Olney Road, and found heavy smoke and flames coming from the front of the home, Fire Marshal Todd Kowalski said.
A bridge linking Kalamazoo's bike path closes
After the latest round of fire damage last fall, a bridge on Kalamazoo’s bike path closed. The city says the closure is permanent. The boardwalk is gone, though the wooden structure that supported it was still in place Wednesday. The wooden bridge connected the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail downtown...
Kalamazoo-area restaurant gets OK for event space – which neighbors call ‘unruly’
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI -- Despite protests from neighbors, the Texas Township Planning Commission voted to allow a new restaurant to keep hosting special events — under several conditions — on Tuesday, April 23. While there are critics, dozens of people also came to the meeting in support of...
Vote: Who is the best high school pitcher in baseball in Battle Creek area?
BATTLE CREEK - The B.O.B. is back!. B.O.B. stands for the Best Of Battle Creek. Each week throughout the spring, we are going to ask, "Who is the Best Of Battle Creek?" as we look at each position in baseball and softball among the city and area high school teams.
10 most expensive homes sold in Kalamazoo County, April 15-21
A house in Richland that sold for $1.3 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Kalamazoo County in the past week. In total, 61 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $292,145. The average price per square foot ended up at $193.
Kalamazoo student caught with gun at school allegedly stole firearm from family member
KALAMAZOO, MI -- The Kalamazoo Central High School student who brought a loaded gun to school on Monday, April 22, has been arraigned on multiple charges — including stealing a weapon from a family member. The 16-year-old student was arrested after administrators learned they were in possession of a...
‘A Two Hearted Tale’ tells story behind iconic trout that adorns Bell’s label
KALAMAZOO, MI — A new documentary that celebrates the history of the iconic trout label adorning Bell’s Two Hearted Ale — and the eccentric artist who created it — will premiere next week in Kalamazoo. Directed by Rory K. McHarg and Bret Miller, “A Two Hearted...
Rollover collision slows traffic in Eastwood
A two-vehicle collision, resulting in one vehicle rolling over, occurred at the intersection of N.C. Highway 73 and Beulah Hill Church Road. The collision occurred at approximately 4:40 p.m. Wednesday, causing Eastwood traffic to be delayed. Eastwood Fire Department arrived to find a Ford F150 on its side, occupied by...
Teen dies in Barry County crash after police chase
WOODLAND TWP. — A Woodland teen died Tuesday when he crashed and was thrown from his vehicle during a police chase, the Barry County Sheriff's Office said. The crash took place about 10:20 p.m. Tuesday on Coats Grove Road near M-66, the sheriff's office said in a release. "The...
Sheriff known for 2020 election fraud claims faces challengers for office
BARRY COUNTY, MI -- Dar Leaf, a Southwest Michigan sheriff known for his investigation of voting machines in the 2020 election, is running for reelection in 2024, while facing challengers. Three Republicans have filed to challenge Leaf, who is also a Republican, according to the Barry County Clerk’s Office election...
Check out the first Kalamazoo-area softball power rankings of 2024
KALAMAZOO, MI – As April winds down, it only means warmer days and nicer weather ahead for Michigan’s high school softball teams to hit their stride and get on a roll. And in Southwest Michigan, several teams are already heating up. A pair of area teams find themselves...
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