Kalamazoo MI

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

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Three people were arrested and four illegal firearms were seized on Saturday in Kalamazoo during what authorities dubbed a "mobile nuisance party." A mobile nuisance party typically entails a caravan of vehicles driving, blocking off roads, honking their horns, being rowdy and possibly drinking. The

BAY CITY, MI – A 23-year-old man from Kalamazoo has been extradited from out of state to face a slate of criminal sexual conduct charges after he allegedly drugged and raped a Bay County woman. And according to authorities, similar charges in other Michigan communities could be pending. Yamar...

KALAMAZOO, MI — Southwest Michigan saw six girls soccer teams claim district championships this past week. See which teams captured titles below. *Portage Central advances to a Division 1 regional semifinal against Byron Center on June 2 at Portage Central. DIVISION 2. DISTRICT 23 AT PLAINWELL. FINALS (MAY 29)