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Ramen, beer, bubble tea: Western Michigan University adding new restaurant
KALAMAZOO, MI -- Western Michigan University had planned to open a brewery in its new student center. A fusion of Asian cuisine and and a bar will be going in, instead. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
AUDIO: Check rules before lighting fireworks for July 4th celebrations
PORTAGE, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Because there are no free municipal fireworks displays in Kalamazoo and Portage, residents may be blasting off their own pyrotechnics this week. Both cities have restrictions on when and where they can be fired off. Portage says not everyone likes fireworks, including folks with...
7/1/24: A settlement over racism
The city of Kalamazoo wants to settle a lawsuit charging KDPS with having a “racist” workplace. Also: Free parking on the downtown mall could be going away. And a Kalamazoo native has qualified for the Olympics. Your donation makes Kalamazoo a healthier community. Give for Kalamazoo. Kzoo considering...
July 4 is Thursday – Here is where and when you can see fireworks this week
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Thursday is the Fourth of July and that means not everything is happening that day, and because of US-131 reconstruction, Schoolcraft has cancelled their annual parade & fireworks all together. The big fireworks show in South Haven will take place Wednesday night this year,...
'Buchanan Pride' celebrates the LGTBQ+ community on the final day of Pride Month
Today marks the end of Pride Month and Buchanan Pride ended it with its second annual pride festival in downtown Buchanan. More than a dozen small businesses were selling all different types of goods, an event planned by the community members. It was a chance for the community to support...
Kalamazoo to discuss flood mitigation projects at Monday's city commission meeting
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Kalamazoo city commissioners are planning to hear a presentation about various proposed flood mitigation projects during their Monday night meeting. The projects, which have not received funding yet, are a part of the 2023 Kalamazoo County Hazard Mitigation Plan. Local: Kalamazoo to consider adding parking meters...
1990 Michigan Airshow Was the First Time Soviet MiG Jets Flew in US Airspace
The first time MiG fighter jets from the Soviet Union and US Navy Blue Angels ever peacefully shared the skies in an airshow setting happened in Kalamazoo, Michigan in July of 1990. In fact, it was the first time MiG jets had ever flown in US airspace (that we know of).
Concert Recaps, Photos: Ben Folds, Luke Bryan, Kurt Vile, The Flaming Lips and Yussef Dayes
Summer concerts continued to heat up West Michigan over the past week, with national touring acts stopping in Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo. Local Spins has the photos, recaps, set lists. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTO GALLERIES, SET LISTS. For fans of wildly entertaining, pop/rock piano marvel Ben Folds, the night at...
Former police chief sentenced, Kzoo native qualifies for Olympics, and more top stories
Below are News Channel 3's top, local stories for this past week. Former Hartford police chief sentenced to at least 3 years in drug theft. Former Hartford Police Chief Tressa Beltran will spend a minimum of three years in prison for stealing drugs during her tenure. Monday, Beltran was sentenced...
I-94 shut down after crash in Southwest Michigan
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI -- Westbound I-94 is shut down following a crash in Texas Township, the Michigan Department of Transportation reports. All westbound lanes of I-94 were closed beginning at 8:34 a.m. Monday, July 1, after Exit 72 at 9th Street, MDOT said. Michigan State Police Spl/Lt. DuWayne Robinson said...
10 most expensive homes sold in Kalamazoo County, June 1-30
A house in Richland that sold for $1.8 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Kalamazoo County in June. In total, 242 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county, with an average price of $303,874. The average price per square foot ended up at $189.
All veterans and active military get free meal July 2 at Portage restaurant
PORTAGE, MI — The Long Island Café in Portage is showing its appreciation to veterans and active military members this Independence Day week. All active and former service members are invited to eat for free on Tuesday, July 2, at the breakfast and lunch restaurant at 5222 Portage Rd. Non-alcoholic drinks are also included in the promotion.
See all homes sold in Portage and Vicksburg, June 24 to June 30
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Portage and Vicksburg reported from June 24 to June 30. There were 38 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,690-square-foot home on West Street in Schoolcraft that sold for $267,900.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer insists Biden can win her state and says she’s behind him 100%
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Monday insisted that President Joe Biden can still win her state, a key battleground in the 2024 election, even as many national Democrats question whether Biden should move forward after his shaky debate performance. Whitmer’s statement comes as many in...
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