A Look at the Oshtemo Township Park
Neighborhood reporter Joshua Lepley takes viewers on a guided tour of Oshtemo Township Park, showcasing the wide range of amenities it offers to local residents. In “Exploring Oshtemo Township Park,” the story highlights the park’s playgrounds, shaded picnic pavilions, and multi-use sports courts designed for...
Kalamazoo seeks community input on street safety and connectivity plans
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The City of Kalamazoo is looking for community input regarding their plans to boost safety, extend pavement life, and create more connected streets for all navigating the city's southeast side. The projects cover Cork Street between Westnedge Avenue and Portage Street, Lovers Lane from Foley...
Game Pawn Brings Rare Finds To Kalamazoo Gamers
Kalamazoo just got a little more exciting with the arrival of a new gaming spot where nostalgia meets the thrill of the hunt.
Mattawan community unites in vigil after tragic death of 10-year-old boy
MATTAWAN, Mich. — Four days after the tragic death of a 10-year-old Mattawan student, many members of the community came together in grief and prayer Monday evening. The prayer gathering, held on the lawn of the Mattawan Consolidated School District, brought together a large group of people including teachers,...
Kalamazoo County Treasurer’s Office launches home-buying grant program
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – The Kalamazoo’s County Treasurer’s Office is launching a unique program that officials say will make buying a home a reality for more area residents. Under the new local grant program, eligible homebuyers in Kalamazoo County can receive $5,000 from the county to...
Roads could be slippery Tuesday morning due to mixed precipitation
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Another round of the white stuff is streaking toward West Michigan. This time, it's not just snow that we're concerned about. Every precipitation type is on the table including a chilly rain, sleet or freezing rain, and even wet snow. It's not necessarily the amounts that...
Kalamazoo man arrested for carrying a concealed weapon alongside toy guns
ALBION, Mich. (WILX) - A Kalamazoo man was arrested in Albion on Sunday for carrying a concealed weapon alongside several toy guns. On Nov. 16 at 9:11 p.m., Albion police conducted a traffic stop on the north side of Albion near I-94. Police determined they had probable cause to search...
‘Equipment issue’ cited as cause of power outage in southwest Kalamazoo
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Power is quickly being restored Monday night to those living in the southwestern area of Kalamazoo. For about an hour and a half, almost 2,000 Consumers Energy customers living in areas and surrounding areas of the Winchell neighborhood, Westnedge Hill neighborhood, Oakwood neighborhood, and near...
Man sentenced for severely injuring 7 in Kalamazoo gas station crash
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A man who crashed his SUV into a Kalamazoo gas station back in March, injuring seven, was given a delayed sentence. Eric David Johnson faced four charges: two counts of Reckless Driving Causing Serious Impairment of a Body Function and two counts of Operating While Intoxicated Causing Serious Injury.
Elderly woman with dementia found safe in Berrien County after going missing in Portage
PORTAGE, Mich. — Deputies found a women with dementia who went missing Friday. Previous: Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office seeks public's help to find missing woman with dementia. Sandra Demott, 70, had been last seen driving a white Dodge Caravan near Sprinkle Road and Centre Avenue Saturday around 6:41 a.m....

















