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A man has been charged with murder in the death of a 17-year-old who was gunned down in a Kalamazoo alley in 2023.

A Kalamazoo organization is working to fill a gap in services for fathers who want to be more involved in raising their children.

Deer in several Michigan counties have tested positive for a deadly viral disease.

Investigators say they believe that an explosion in Battle Creek on Friday night was a targeted attack.

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Khalid Jamal arrived at Kalamazoo airport Sunday to dozens of neighbors waiting to welcome him home after his ship bound for Gaza was intercepted weeks ago. FOX 17 reporter Julie Dunmire first started talking about Jamal a few weeks ago when there was a protest in...

KALAMAZOO, MI — Malcolm Hankins will be Kalamazoo’s next city manager. The Kalamazoo City Commission offered Hankins the job during its Monday, Oct. 20 meeting and he accepted. Hankins, the assistant city manager in Des Moines, Iowa, has more than 35 years of local government experience in Iowa,...

After six years of serving up mouthwatering BBQ, a beloved local spot is preparing to say goodbye. Let’s take a moment to appreciate the memories they’ve made.

As the cold sets in, the community rallies around those in need, making a difference one warm meal at a time.

Two people were arrested in separate theft crimes over the weekend in Springfield, according to the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office.

Nearly 10,000 people crowded the streets for a peaceful “No Kings” rally. Also: Kalamazoo is on the verge of picking its next city manager. And the county’s new administration building could be very expensive. Higher turnout, mounting concerns. As protests against the Trump administration’s actions continue across...

EMMETT TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Damage to several headstones at a historical cemetery is being investigated as a possible vandalism. Emmett Township Police Department (ETPD) officers are investigating a possible vandalism after Emmett Historical Preservation Committee Chair Heather Rocho discovered on Friday night around 7 p.m. that three headstones at Sandstone Cemetery were damaged and another had been tipped over.

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The Kalamazoo Valley Museum is closed after issues with their mechanical systems. Local: No Kings rallygoers explain why they're protesting. Around 11:00 a.m. Sunday Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS) were called out to Kalamazoo Valley Museum on 230 N. Rose Street after they had issues with their mechanical systems that resulted in some flooding.

On Oct. 26, visitors to Bell's Eccentric Cafe and its outdoor beer garden can attend Booween, a free community event and costume contest for pet-owners and dogs to celebrate the Halloween season.

KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Officials with YWCA Kalamazoo say they are facing major cuts from the Michigan state budget passed earlier this month, and they say that puts lives are on the line. “For all the talk about prioritizing public safety, our government has turned its back on...

Whether you're thinking about adopting a pet or simply delight in watching cute animals, you'd find a plethora of endearing pets awaiting adoption at animal shelters across and close to kalamazoo..

After more than five decades, Kalamazoo's favorite costume shop is hanging up its cape. A few more chances to snag that perfect outfit await your visit!

PORTAGE, MI — Portage residents are pushing back against a controversial contract for trash pickup in the city. If organizers can collect 4,000 signatures to “take back the trash” before Dec. 20, the issue will go to a vote in May 2026, just two months after the single-hauler ordinance takes effect.

They will also have a costume contest where pictures will be posted on Facebook for voting with the top 3 of each category being announced on Thursday October 30th.

As local stands close for winter a new ice cream shop brings year-round ice cream and dirty sodas to Kalamazoo.

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Battle Creek celebrated a first Sunday afternoon, with a street named for a husband-and-wife team, and two of the city's most giving citizens. A ceremony honored Ivan and Tina Lee, the pastors of New Harvest Church. Mayor Mark Behnke spoke at a ribbon cutting for...