$2M will help fund Bronson employee housing in new 5-story apartment complex
KALAMAZOO, MI -- New housing options are coming to Kalamazoo, being built with Bronson health care workers in mind. Bogan Developments has received a $2 million state grant to support the construction of 20 workforce housing units for Bronson employees earning between 60% and 120% of the Area Median Income.
Deputies: Child hospitalized after Comstock Township hit-and-run
A child was hospitalized after a hit-and-run in Comstock Township, deputies say.
Decatur fire chief addresses public after grain bin explosion scare
DECATUR, Mich. — The Decatur-Hamilton fire chief is speaking out after he says a disaster was just narrowly avoided in town. Last Saturday, dozens of residents had to evacuate from their homes after a grain bin almost caught fire. The village is working to figure out what caused temperatures...
See inside Portage’s new Zap Zone, which is moving into former Sears space
PORTAGE, MI –– Zap Zone XL is nearing its grand opening at The Crossroads mall in Portage, inside of the former Sears space. The location, 6780 S. Westnedge Ave., was purchased for $2.78 million in October 2024, public records show. The $12 million to $15 million project is...
Update: Winter storm watch active for West Michigan Sunday and Monday – possibly 6...
On Saturday at 9:53 p.m. EST the National Weather Service issued an updated winter storm watch valid from Sunday 4 p.m. EST until Monday 7 p.m. EST for Ottawa, Allegan and Van Buren counties. "Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches possible. Winds could gust as...
DOCS: 71-year-old woman was stabbed to death in her Kalamazoo apartment
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A 62-year-old man has been charged after his girlfriend was found dead in her Kalamazoo apartment. Jose Mata, 62, was charged Thursday with open murder, according to court records obtained by News Channel 3. His bond was denied. On Tuesday, Virginia Cramer, 71, of Kalamazoo, was...
FireKeepers’ Nibi, Chef Mason Rice Recognized by WMFBA Awards
BATTLE CREEK, MI – FireKeepers Casino Hotel’s AAA Four Diamond fine dining restaurant, Nibi, and its head chef, Mason Rice, have received nominations from the West Michigan Food & Beverage Awards for Restaurant of the Year and Chef of the Year, respectively. The dual nominations recognize the culinary...
Kalamazoo Officers Save Man From Icy Waters With Quick Action
Imagine being trapped in ice, just yards from safety. That’s where our local heroes stepped in to save the day.
Valentine’s Day Events for Kalamazoo Singles Looking for Love
Kalamazoo singles can skip the apps this Valentine’s Day with speed dating and The Dating Game style events happening across the city.
Asylum Lake Preserve could change hands
Asylum Lake Preserve, a popular nature preserve and parkland, may soon have a new owner, as Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo County officials explore a proposal to transition its management to the county’s care.
