Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Center Debuts New Traveling Exhibit: Hall of Heroes Kalamazoo,...
Photo courtesy of Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Center KALAMAZOO, MI, November 24, 2025 — The Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Center is thrilled to welcome its newest traveling exhibit, Hall of Heroes , a dynamic and immersive experience that brings guests into the world of superheroes, crime fighters, gadgets, and spies....
School district finds ‘Kill list’ and ‘Death note,’ created by elementary student, officials say
WOOD COUNTY, Ohio. (WTVG/Gray News) - A school district is taking action after finding two lists labeled “Kill List” and “Death Note” at an elementary school in Ohio. School staff members said they were made aware of concerns about a student who has been journaling on the bus.
PHOTOS: Beacon Health continues Thanksgiving turkey giveaway tradition for 11K employees
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Aiming to give their staff a happy Thanksgiving, Beacon Health gave each of their employees their very own turkey on Thursday. The Health System, with hospitals and doctor's offices throughout Southwest Michigan, has made an annual event of the giveaway. Beacon Health employs about 11,000 people,...
New Craft Bar Opening In Downtown Kalamazoo
The Kalamazoo couple will be taking over the former space of Ouzos European Grill to introduce the craft bar.
Man to spend at least 42 years minimum for deadly Kalamazoo home invasion
A man convicted in connection with a deadly home invasion in Kalamazoo has been sentenced to spend a minimum of 42 years in prison.
Two suspects arrested following chase and shooting on US-131
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Two suspects have been arrested following a chase and shooting on US 131 over the weekend. At 2:41 a.m. Saturday, dispatch received calls from people in a car on US-131 near the D Avenue exit who said that they were being shot at, according to a news release from the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's...
Post to lay off 71 employees from Battle Creek facility
Post Consumer Brands is laying off more than 70 employees from a Battle Creek facility, according to a notice filed with the state.
Kalamazoo Man Sentenced to 40–70 Years for 2021 Fatal Home Invasion on N. Rose...
On November 21, 2025, Isaiah Jacole Willhite, 24, was sentenced in Kalamazoo County Circuit Court for his role in a 2021 home invasion and fatal shooting. Judge Rebecca De’Angelo sentenced Willhite to 40–70 years for felony murder and 2 years for felony firearm. The sentences will be served consecutively. Willhite...
Firekeepers Casino Hotel donates 2,600 turkeys to food banks
For a 16th year, FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek, Michigan, on Monday donated 2,600 turkeys to five regional food banks and the Kendall Street Pantry in Battle Creek. “Giving back to the community is a foundational value at FireKeepers,” FireKeepers Casino Hotel CEO Frank Tecumseh said in a statement. “We...
Repairs will cost $427K after truck crashed into Kalamazoo school
KALAMAZOO, MI -- A wall at South Westnedge School will cost $427,350 to replace after a truck drove through the building’s exterior. The Kalamazoo Public Schools Board of Trustees approved the funds at a Thursday, Nov. 20 board meeting. The funding approved Thursday will be reimbursed by insurance, the agenda said.
