Kalamazoo MI

ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, MI — A new tip in Brittany Shank’s disappearance has pushed an eight-year missing-person case back into the spotlight in St. Joseph County. Deputies and FBI agents went to a property in Leonidas Township after receiving information this week, and investigators uncovered a buried shipping container.

KALAMAZOO COUNTY, Mich. — Heavy rain across West Michigan Saturday is causing organizers of events to cancel outdoor activities. The 13th annual Gryphon Place Suicide Prevention walk has been canceled, according to event organizers. People who were planning to participate can pick up their Suicide Prevention Walk T-shi

A 10-year-old boy is recovering at home after being hurt in what police are calling an "accidental" shooting in Kalamazoo Friday night, police say.

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Part of Lovers Lane in Kalamazoo is set to be temporarily closed Friday night. Due to the Loy Norrix High School homecoming parade, Lovers Lane will be closed between Cork Street and Kilgore Road from 5:45 p.m. to 6:20 p.m., according to the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety.

KALAMAZOO COUNTY, Mich. — Due to a crash, all lanes of eastbound I-94 after Climax exit 88 have been blocked, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). It is unclear what led to the crash. Crime: Hastings man charged, gets $1M bond in Tyden Lofts ricin exposure. This...

ALLEGAN COUNTY, Mich. — Race fans are about to feel the thunder in Allegan County in a way Michigan has not experienced in decades. US 131 Motorsports Park in Martin is about to host the first National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) drag race in the state in more than 60 years. The Great Lakes Nationals will bring dozens o

PORTAGE, MI (WTVB) – Southern Michigan Bank & Trust (SMBT) has announced plans to expand its presence in the Portage and Kalamazoo markets with a new full-service banking office located at 3900 West Centre Avenue. Partnering with AVB, the bank is currently renovating the Woodbridge Hills facility, which is...

SCHOOLCRAFT, Mich. — The Constantine Falcons travel to Schoolcraft to battle the Eagles in a rivalry that has lasted decades. This is the 80th matchup between the two schools, with Constantine leading the all-time series, 43-36. Schoolcraft won last year's game in September, 32-14, en route to a Division...

KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Bronson Healthcare officials are encouraging people to get their annual flu vaccine. It’s recommended for everyone who is at least six-months-old and can help reduce the risk of becoming seriously ill. People who are pregnant or have chronic health conditions are especially urged to get a f

KALAMAZOO, MI — Over 20 law enforcement officers sat in the courtroom as a judge delivered a decadeslong sentence for a man who shot a police officer. Kenyun Robert Smith was sentenced to a minimum of 47 years in prison for the shooting of Kalamazoo Township Police Officer Evan Finch that occurred on March 27, 2025.