Not ‘another Portage’: Suburban expansion, energy storage trigger town’s division
Oshtemo Township residents have launched a recall effort targeting five board members over a controversial battery storage facility and development plans they fear will destroy their rural lifestyle.
Kalamazoo Crime Rates See Unexpected Decline In Recent Report
Social media buzz has sparked concern about crime, but the facts say otherwise. Get ready for a closer look at Kalamazoo's safety story.
New Scholarships For Military Families From Prairie Farms In 2026
Imagine the impact of a $250,000 donation aimed at lifting up our heroes’ families. This partnership is set to change lives in 2026.
Police arrest shooting, hit & run suspect in Kalamazoo Township
The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department says a man is in custody after a shooting, and a hit-and-run.
Missing Paw Paw man with dementia found in Indiana
Michigan State Police said a missing and endangered man from Paw Paw has been found in Indiana.
Record high temperatures are just a tease; snow is back this weekend
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Today began with a hint of spring in the air. Temperatures were surging in the upper 50s and lower 60s. Today also started with powerful winds sweeping across West Michigan. The winds were strong enough to create power outages and a Wind Advisory was issued by...
Nonprofit works to improve accessibility across Barry County
BARRY COUNTY, Mich. — A local nonprofit is working to improve accessibility for people with disabilities across Barry County, from public spaces and libraries to sidewalks and business entrances. The Ability Collective was created to address gaps in services and access for people with disabilities, according to its...
Update: Be prepared for snow showers in West Michigan until Sunday midday
The National Weather Service issued an updated weather alert at 6:43 a.m. EST on Sunday for snow showers until noon EST for Ottawa, Allegan, Van Buren and Kalamazoo counties.
Update: Prepare for snow in Southern Michigan until 3 a.m. EST Sunday
An updated report was issued from the National Weather Service on Saturday at 10:39 p.m. EST for snow until Sunday at 3 a.m. EST for Cass, St. Joseph, Branch and Hillsdale counties.
Southwest Michigan shelter puppy to star in the Puppy Bowl
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The SPCA of Southwest Michigan announced one of their very own puppies is headed to the national stage -- or rather, field. Dan the puppy will be starring in the famous Puppy Bowl on Feb. 8 on Animal Planet, the organization said. Amazing America: The booms...

















