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California Gov. Gavin Newsom to campaign for Biden in west Michigan on Fourth of July
DETROIT — California Gov. Gavin Newsom is spending his Independence Day near Lake Michigan, dropping into the state to campaign for President Joe Biden amid rampant questions swirling about the Democratic president's reelection chances after last week's lackluster debate performance. Newsom is listed as a special guest Thursday at...
Roommate Arrested for Alleged Stabbing in Almena Township as Victim Hospitalized
A stabbing incident in Almena Township led to the hospitalization of one man and the arrest of another last Friday night, as reported by local authorities. The conflict, involving two roommates, was allegedly driven by disagreements over food and employment, and was exacerbated by alcohol consumption. Responding to a distress...
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...
Visitors Bureau launches Trail Town Challenge
The South Haven/Van Buren County Convention & Visitors Bureau (SHVB CVB) has announced the launch of the Pure Michigan Trail Town Challenge, running through the end of October 2024. Visitors and locals are invited to explore South Haven’s many trails through a gamified experience, tracking their progress to win prizes....
Man stabbed during argument about food and employment, police say
ALMENA TOWNSHIP, MI - A man was arrested Friday, June 28 after police say he stabbed a man he lived with during a fight. The Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office responded around 9:10 p.m. to the reported stabbing on M-43 near 29th Street in Almena Township, a news release said.
Assault in Almena Township
VAN BUREN COUNTY, Mich. --Van Buren County Deputies were dispatched to the 29 thousand block of M43 for an assault on June 28, for a reported fight between two males, with one male stabbed. The Deputies apprehended the suspect when they arrived, and Michigan State Police began giving medical care...
Man in custody for stabbing, injuring roommate in Almena Township
VAN BUREN COUNTY, Mich. — One man was hospitalized and another was arrested after a stabbing in Almena Township on Saturday evening, according to the Van Buren County Sheriff's Office. Deputies were called to the 29000 block of M43 around 9:10 p.m. for an assault that had taken place.
Van Buren deputy makes water rescue on two teens floating away from the beach
SOUTH HAVEN, Mich. -- The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office was called out to South Beach in South Haven around 3:30 p.m. Thursday for reports of two teens in an inflatable pool raft drifting past the pier and further away from the beach. The 16-year-old boy and 13-year-old girl had...
Three Ghost Towns in Southwest Michigan
At one time these three Michigan towns were full of people and buildings. Now, they're gone and buried. It's amazing how a town can thrive one minute only to be buried under dunes the next. The storied history of these three Southwest Michigan ghost towns is surprising. Three Ghost Towns...
Two Kalamazoo Men Arrested in Connection With Murder Victim Found in South Haven
KALAMAZOO, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, June 26, 2024) – Two men have been arrested in connection with a murder victim found near South Haven more than 18 months ago. The Michigan State Police and the Van Buren County Sheriff’s Department announced on Tuesday that 29-year-old Bryan Wimbley and 22-year-old Zachary Trainor were arraigned in Kalamazoo District Court on open murder charges stemming from the death of Lashaun Keith. The body of the 33-year-old Kalamazoo area man was found in a field in Geneva Township on November 3, 2022.
Tip leads Berrien County Sheriff's Office to missing girl in South Haven
BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WSBT) — A tip from Van Buren County led detectives to South Haven where they found the missing girl unharmed. They were then able to reunite her with her family. Earlier story:. The Berrien County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing girl and is asking...
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