Team Plans to Revive Fast-Casual Burger Chain in Michigan
Two new Hot 'n Now locations could open in the state as early as this summer.
Update: Winter weather advisory issued for 4 Michigan counties until Thursday evening – up...
The National Weather Service issued an updated winter weather advisory at 10:08 a.m. EST on Thursday in effect until 7 p.m. EST for Ottawa, Allegan, Van Buren and Kalamazoo counties. The weather service adds, "Additional localized snow accumulations up to 5 inches." "Visibility...
Michigan men who beat homeless man with sledgehammer get 15-30 years in prison
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Two Michigan men who admitted to beating a homeless man with a sledgehammer have been sentenced. Tuesday, Zachary Trainor and Bryan Wimbley were ordered to serve 15-30 years each in prison, about a month after both pleaded guilty to second-degree murder on...
Last Living Kalamazoo Gal Who Built Gibson Guitars, 103 Irene Stearns, Being Honored
There was once a time in Kalamazoo‘s history that for many years lived in a shadow which has now long since been celebrated. During World War II women in Kalamazoo were personally responsible for building tens of thousands of Gibson guitars. This was something that the Gibson...
Portage residents could lose trash pickup options, but save money
PORTAGE, MI — Multiple waste removal companies currently operate in Portage. The city is getting ready to contract with just one. Ordinance changes allowing Portage to enter into an exclusive contract for trash, recycling and yard waste pickup were approved during a Tuesday,...
Man Sentenced to 27 Years for Meth, Fentanyl, and Cocaine Trafficking
The U.S. Attorney's Office, Western District of Michigan announced today that Michael Warren Smith Jr., 38, of Kalamazoo, was sentenced to over 27 years in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine, 400 grams or more of...
4 Minors Arrested in Michigan Cannabis Dispensary Break-in
Things have been different in the state of Michigan since they legalized the use of recreational marijuana for adults 21 years or older. This would essentially make cannabis a substance that is equal to alcohol and would change possession and use laws. Hundreds if not thousands...
Federal drug charge results in 27 years in prison for Michigan man
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - A Kalamazoo man has been sentenced to over 27 years on a federal drug trafficking charge. Michael Warren Smith Jr., 38, had previously pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine, 400 grams or...
‘We need more of that’: New location secured for housing shelter in Kalamazoo County
PORTAGE, Mich. — It’s a huge step forward for an ongoing project that is aimed at providing additional resources for families experiencing homelessness. The Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners has approved a new location for their housing project with a purchase agreement...
Not as cold Thursday, but still some areas of accumulating snow
Widespread snow early with relatively warmer temps