Kalamazoo MI

KALAMAZOO, Mich. (WILX) - On This day in Michigan history on July 25, 2010, an Enbridge pipeline leaked. The leak resulted in over a million gallons of crude oil flowing into the Kalamazoo River, one of the largest inland oil spills in U.S. history. The spill caused massive environmental damage,...

A couple years ago Panda Express made its introduction to Kalamazoo by placing a location on Westnedge Ave in Portage. Sitting Across from KFC, Wendy's, Red Robin, and many other store fronts, puts them right in prime real estate to capture business. The Chinese American fast casual restaurant is known for original...

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — FOX 17 reporter Julie Dunmire is a former lifeguard and swim instructor, and member of the YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo. Friday, she hit the pool to talk with Renee Whalen, Association Aquatics Director for the YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo. July 25 is International Drowning Prevention Day.

In Southwest Michigan, those purple doors aren’t just for show. They hold stories of magic, prosperity, and even a bit of royal flair. I've been a Prince for my entire life. With that being said, I must confess that when I see a house with a purple door, I immediately assume that the homeowner is also a fan of the...

While Michigan may not be the south, there are many great places to get amazing barbecue within the Mitten State. I can think of a few places here in town that will give you some of the best barbecue in the world. Take a trip to Lil Bro's, G and S BBQ, Pops Guts, or Grub N Stuff and you'll find that great barbecue...

Greensky Bluegrass is going big for their 25th anniversary this year. Forming in Kalamazoo, Michigan back in 2000, Greensky Bluegrass has long been a stalwart within the bluegrass music scene and a leading force in the growth of jamgrass over the years. And to celebrate their success over the past quarter century,...

KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI — Residents in Texas, Oshtemo, Comstock and Ross townships may spot a low-flying helicopter in their area next week. The city of Kalamazoo is studying underground aquifers in the area by towing a hexagonal antenna behind a helicopter 100 feet above the ground. Signals bouncing to...

Lansing, Mich. –Severe storms are threatening parts of southern and central Michigan this evening, with damaging winds and hail possible through 9 p.m. Thursday under a newly issued Severe Thunderstorm Watch. According to the National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center, 17 counties — including Kalamazoo, Kent,...

Whether you're painting your pet or you're painting the sunset, Bell's Brewery and Eccentric Cafe in Kalamazoo has plenty to do for interested artists.

The National Weather Service issued a weather alert at 12:22 p.m. EDT on Saturday for strong thunderstorms until 1:15 p.m. EDT for St. Joseph, Branch and Hillsdale counties. Residents can expect wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 12:21 p.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms along a line extending...