Lifestyle
4 Intimate Hidden Gem Wedding Venues Near Kalamazoo
Dreaming of an elopement? Check out these storybook venues.
Kalamazoo Unveils Vibrant New Downtown Branding
Colorful signage and logos aim to capture the city's community-focused, arts-driven identity.
Bell's Brewery Nominated For Best Brewery Tour in America
Michigan craft beer fans rally behind one of the state's best breweries
Health
Beacon Kalamazoo Named One of America's 100 Best Hospitals
Southwest Michigan hospital recognized for exceptional patient care and safety
Kalamazoo College Students Struggle with Winter Blues
Experts advise finding healthy coping strategies during long stretches of cold and darkness
Legionnaires' Disease Case Confirmed at Bronson Methodist Hospital
Hospital working with health officials to investigate and mitigate potential exposure risk to patients and staff
Weather
Kalamazoo Sees Rise in Falling Ice Damage Reports
Public safety officials warn residents to protect gas meters and other equipment from falling ice.
Northern Lights Possible in West Michigan This Weekend
Recurring solar activity and a coronal mass ejection could create a geomagnetic storm, increasing the chance of seeing the Aurora Borealis.
Icy Roads Forecast for Friday Morning Commute in West Michigan
Light snow on top of freezing drizzle could create slippery conditions, but warmer temps expected to melt ice by afternoon.
Crime
Kalamazoo Man Loses $1 Million in Sophisticated Laptop Scam
Fake IRS warning led victim to liquidate retirement accounts and personal savings
Officers Investigating Shooting on East Paterson Street
Public asked to avoid the area as investigation continues
Car crashes into Twine Urban Winery in Kalamazoo
No injuries reported as police investigate suspected drunk driving incident
Business
Beacon Kalamazoo Nurses Ratify 3-Year Contract
The new agreement covers 378 nurses and includes pay raises, improved benefits, and limits on on-call duty.
Beacon Kalamazoo Nurses Secure 14% Raise in New 3-Year Contract
The new labor agreement with the Michigan Nurses Association will help retain nursing staff.
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Expands to Kalamazoo
New fast-casual restaurant to open in former Fazoli's location on West Main Street.
