Kalamazoo MI

Fifth Third Bancorp, which acquired Comerica Incorporated in February, is closing 75 bank branches in Michigan, government records show.

KALAMAZOO, MI — Southwest Michigan saw six softball teams claim district championships over the weekend. See which teams won titles below. Portage Central wins first district title since 2023. Madison Piotter hit a home run in the semifinal and Gabby Liggett sealed the deal with a complete game gem...

A cash assistance program for new mothers has expanded to three more communities in Kalamazoo County: Oshtemo Township, the city of Galesburg, and Wakeshma Township. Kalamazoo is also included.

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — For more than a century, Franklin Iron and Metal has helped its neighbors recycle unwanted appliances, cars and electronics, turning them into reusable materials. Founded in 1900 by Myer Franklin in Battle Creek, the company began by recycling rags and textiles. Over time, Franklin Iron...

THREE RIVERS, MI — With no new contract in place by midnight on Sunday, May 31, 250 third-shift workers at American Axle walked off the job to join nearly 750 other coworkers in going on strike. As they exited the building, at 1 Manufacturing Way, they were greeted with...

Despite a rather dry May, most of West Michigan still saw a top 10 wettest spring on record thanks to a very active March and April.

KALAMAZOO, MI — A woman whose 3-year-old daughter shot herself with a loaded gun stored in an unlocked console of the mother’s car will face zero jail time. Ashley Lynn Howard, 36, received a delayed sentence on Monday, June 1, a little over a year after Howard’s then 3-year-old daughter shot herself.

Tucked away at 375 Eleanor Dr in Centreville, Michigan, Yoder’s Country Market is the kind of place that feels like stepping back in time. With roots in Amish tradition and a reputation built on honest, homemade food, this market draws visitors from all corners of the state. Whether you...

UNION CITY, MI. — Union City High School's Class of 2026 celebrated graduation Sunday, May 30 at Alumni Field, with 52 students receiving diplomas. The ceremony featured heartfelt thanks to parents, teachers, staff, and the community, as graduates fondly recalled memorable moments with classmates. Realted story Legisla

OSHTEMO TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Two dozen tenants at Summer Ridge Apartments are without water service after a pipe burst Sunday afternoon, according to the Oshtemo Township Fire Department. About four units sustained water damage according to Solomon Organization, owners of the property. Emergency response and restoration c