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6 Democrats run for open trustee seats on Kalamazoo Township board
KALAMAZOO TOWNSHIP, MI -- Ten candidates are running for four open seats on the Kalamazoo Township Board of Trustees. On Aug. 6, voters will select four of the six Democratic candidates to face off against the four Republican candidates in November. Democrats in the running are Ashley Glass, Colleen Leonard,...
Michigan State Police Investigate Freeway Shooting on I-75 Near Detroit During Road Rage Incident
Michigan State Police are currently investigating an incident on I-75, where gunfire erupted between two feuding drivers, inadvertently hitting an unrelated vehicle. The confrontation, which took place on Friday, July 26, escalated dangerously when one of the drivers brandished a firearm and shot at the other, missing their target and instead, striking a third driver's car.
Kent County witness interrupts suspect breaking and entering, results in arrest
On Wednesday, July 24 just before 9:00 A.M., a 68-year-old Cedar Springs man witnessed a man breaking into his neighbor's outbuilding near Myers Lake Avenue and 20 Mile Road. The Cedar Springs man happened to look outside and observed a man dressed in a hoodie sweatshirt, mask, and gloves walking towards his neighbor's driveway. A witness followed, heard loud noises, and observed broken glass near the garage's service door. The neighbor confronted the suspect, who then ran into the woods.
Michigan Ranks No. 1 For Most Citizens Living in Financial Distress
It's tough out here. No matter where you go, people are struggling to make ends meet. Unfortunately, here in Michigan, too many people are struggling even to find the slightest bit of financial comfort. According to a study from WalletHub, Michigan ranked as the No. 1 city with the most...
2024 Wings Over Muskegon Adds Performers to Lineup
Wings Over Muskegon takes off on August 9-11 along with three new additions to the lineup. Debuting their comedy act at the Muskegon County Airport is Franklin’s Flying Circus featuring husband and wife team, Kyle and Liz Franklin. Son of legendary air show pilot, Jimmy Franklin, Kyle started flying at 8-years-old. A versatile performer who lists wing-walking and a motorcycle-to-airplane transfer act among his air show repertoire; Franklin has done it all to entertain air show spectators. In Muskegon, spectators will be amazed and awed by Kyle’s superb piloting skills as he creates the illusion of a non-pilot jumping into a Piper Super Cub and taking it for a crazy flight. YouTube videos of this act are widely circulated and many viewers think it’s real. While the flying is absolutely real, the routine exemplifies the command of the aircraft that Kyle demonstrates in every performance.
2nd annual 'Blooming Fest' held in Niles
NILES, Mich. -- It was all about flower power in Niles Saturday where the second annual 'Blooming Fest' was held. All proceeds to benefit the local nonprofit One Good Deed Michiana, run by ABC57's kickoff host Allison Hayes. The event was complete with animals, live music, food trucks, and a...
Popular Breakfast Joint in Downtown Kalamazoo, MI Announces Sudden Closure
After only a year in business this popular breakfast spot in downtown Kalamazoo announced it's sudden and abrupt closure with only 4 days advanced notice. We're still trying to wrap our brains around this one after WWMT News Channel 3 first reported the news; it seems good things never last anymore.
A Festival All About Carnival Food Is Coming To Michigan This Fall
There's an entire event centered around carnival food that's gonna be posted up in Battle Creek this fall, and it's a thing I didn't realize I needed until now. Carnival Food Fest will be taking place at Kellogg Arena, just in time to get our winter bod on. They recently...
‘World’s Deadliest’ Creature Spreading Another Deadly Virus In Michigan
You don't earn the notion of the "World's Deadliest Creature" without some variety in your game. Mosquitos are known for being problematic across the globe, primarily for spreading malaria. However, another virus they carry has seen a recent uptick in case numbers. According to the CDC, regions in the Americas...
ALERT: Michigan Residents Targets Of New Door-To-Door Scam
I've never understood why some people have made a living out of scamming other people but honestly, I hope to never be in a position to where I would understand their motives. Scams have been around since humans found out that some people are very gullible, and they could con people out of their things. Whether simple or complex, these scams have been multiplying over the years, making it hard to keep up with them.
MSP: Vote for the Blue Goose in national competition
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Michigan State Police need your help in boosting the Blue Goose. The state is in a national competition to see which state police agency has the coolest cruiser. It's the final weekend to vote for the iconic cruiser, known as the "Blue Goose" in...
Southeastern Michigan Braces for a Warm and Humid Week
Detroit, MI – Southeastern Michigan is set for a warm and humid week, with temperatures climbing into the mid to upper 80s. The National Weather Service in Detroit/Pontiac reports that high pressure will maintain mostly sunny and dry conditions today, with highs reaching 89°F. According to the National...
U-M study: Even slightly elevated systolic blood pressure pushes up stroke risk by 20%
If your systolic blood pressure — the top number of your blood pressure reading — consistently edges above normal, new research from the University of Michigan suggests you're at an increased risk for stroke. A study published in JAMA Open Network found that if a person's systolic blood pressure hovers 10 points above the 120 mmHg threshold over a sustained period of time, that person's risk for ischemic stroke is 20% higher and the chances of an...
Northern Lights Will Glow This Week And Be Visible In Michigan
If you always wanted to see the northern lights and missed the opportunity the last time Michigan caught a glimpse of this incredible experience, you may have a chance to see them soon. The odds are in our favor that parts of Michigan may get to see the aurora borealis.
Burn Run Weekend raises funds for camp designed for kids with burn injuries
NILES, Mich. (WSBT) — Burn Run Weekend continues in Niles to raise money for a good cause. The Burn Run Car Show will be held on Saturday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Niles Riverfront Park. Registration to enter a vehicle is open until 11 a.m. A...
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