God’s Kitchen of Michigan launches 2025 Holiday Fundraiser
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – God’s Kitchen of Michigan is starting its 2025 Holiday Fundraiser with a goal to raise $10,000 to bring Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners to needy families and people in Battle Creek and Kalamazoo. The holidays can be a challenging time for many in the...
Van Buren County Sheriff warns residents of scam calls falsely claiming arrest warrants
VAN BUREN COUNTY, Mich. — The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office (VBCSO) is warning the public of a new scam involving residents in Van Buren County. Scammers call residents claiming they have a warrant out of Van Buren County, and may try and pressure residents into providing personal information or payment.
Hot dog window walk-up announces new location after August break-in, burglary
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — After an August break-in a hot dog restaurant announced on Wednesday they're opening up a new spot. Copper's Dog House, a hot dog walk-up with window service, had their shop broken into on Aug. 5, 2025 leaving some of their equipment and their service window damaged. After learning it could take up...
KDPS: Teen arrested, stolen guns found in apartment
Police in Kalamazoo say they arrested a teenage boy who was wanted on weapons charges and then found stolen guns in the apartment.
Township will demolish house to make way for proposed new road
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI -- A house demolition on Stadium Drive will make way for a proposed future street in Oshtemo Township. But roadwork won’t start anytime soon. The township doesn’t have authority to build roads, so it’s partnering with the Kalamazoo County Road Commission to redesign the road.
Cider tasting room opening is ‘very satisfying,’ despite costly fight, farmer says
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI — The Martin family’s latest farm expansion is extra sweet. “It’s very, very satisfying,” Ben Martin said, pouring a tall glass of his farm-made Soil Friends cider. Reporter. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our...
Chili’s Fate Hangs In The Balance With Kroger’s Arrival
Big changes are brewing in Portage as Kroger eyes a fresh start, but what will happen to the beloved Chili's?
Comstock Township deputy fire chief pleads no contest for OWI
A Comstock Township deputy fire chief who admitted to hitting an 11-year-old girl with his truck while driving drunk has entered a plea agreement, Kalamazoo County court documents show.
Lengthy Pursuits Ends with K-9 Bite
(La Porte County, IN) - A motor vehicle pursuit from La Porte to Michigan City yesterday ended with the fleeing driver on foot getting bitten by a police dog. Jacob Cooper, 34, of Kalamazoo, Michigan was arrested on multiple counts including resisting law enforcement and operating while intoxicated. About 3:30...
Welcome Back: Burdick’s Brings 348 Seats, New Menu to Downtown Kalamazoo
For around 9 months, Burdick's in Downtown Kalamazoo has been closed for a remodel. September 23, they re-opened to the public.