Deputies: Man arrested after pointing gun on highway
A 24-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday afternoon after pointing a gun at a 31-year-old man on a highway, according to deputies.
12 Family-Friendly Trails to Hike This Summer in Southwest Michigan
Imagine a Saturday afternoon spent wandering through one of Kalamazoo's beautiful nature trails—sounds like a perfect family outing, doesn’t it?. 16 nature trails cover several miles of Kalamazoo alone. We compiled a list of 12 trails fit for the entire family right here in the Kalamazoo area. Below you'll find that...
Michigan Road Rage Incident on I-94 Today Leads to Arrest for Felonious Assault
Battle Creek, MI – A road rage confrontation on Interstate 94 this afternoon resulted in the arrest of a Pennfield man on weapons charges and felonious assault. According to the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded around 2:20 p.m. to a report of a man pointing a gun on eastbound I-94 near Mile Marker...
New chapel opens in Kalamazoo County, legal dispute resolved with township
TEXAS TOWNSHIP, MI -- After a yearlong delay, Pine Island Chapel has opened in Texas Township. Construction on the chapel finished in early 2024, but the church was at odds with the township over the requirement to install screenings for “nuisances.” The church took legal action against the township, but later...
Family begins dig for remains of man missing for nearly 35 years in Allegan
The family of Richard Hitchcock has begun digging at a location in Allegan after receiving multiple tips, hoping to finally bring closure to his disappearance close to 35 years ago.
MSP: Paw Paw man in custody after dispute turns into shooting
One man was injured and another was arrested after a Tuesday night shooting near Paw Paw, troopers say.
AUDIO: Portage residents concerned about trash costs changing
PORTAGE, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – There are renewed concerns in Portage about trash pickups following notification by haulers to customers that their service may soon be changing. Two residents took those concerns to the city council this week, which is about to consider adopting a single hauler system. Homeowners...
Thousands of classic cars to pass through Branch County on Thursday
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – Drivers should expect heavier traffic than normal through Branch County on Thursday, as the 31st Annual HOT ROD Power Tour will make its way from west to east on US-12 rolling through Bronson, Coldwater, and then Quincy as the tour makes its way to a stop in Monroe.
Graham receives state medal for life-saving effort
Each year, the Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office submits several incidents to the Michigan Sheriffs’ Association (MSA) for consideration by the voting committee. This year, at the recently held MSA Conference, Sergeant Paul Graham, far left, was awarded the MSA Distinguished Service Medal for his heroic, life-saving...
Michigan Gas Prices Rise While The Nation Sees A Drop
Gas prices are on the rise here in Michigan, leaving many feeling the pinch at the pump. Let's break down what this means for your wallet. I was surprised to learn that Michigan currently has the 12th-highest gas prices in the U.S. on average. Here's what that looks like when comparing the national average with the...