Category Archives: Kalamazoo News
Kalamazoo's Family Health Center to host another COVID-19 vaccine clinic this week
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) -- Another drive-thru clinic will happen later this week in Kalamazoo for those still waiting to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Family Health Center will administer at least 500 do...
Mar 22, 2021 Alachua County
Kalamazoo County officials preparing for statewide tornado drill on Wednesday
PORTAGE, MI (WKZO AM/FM) -- A statewide tornado drill is scheduled for Wednesday as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week which runs now through Sunday. The Portage Department of Public Safety's Fire ...
Mar 22, 2021 NOAA Photo Library / CC
Two fatal weekend crashes in Cass County both involved drivers not wearing seat belts
CASS COUNTY, MI (WKZO AM/FM) -- Cass County authorities responded to two separate fatal car accidents over the weekend that involved drivers who were not wearing their seatbelts. Sheriff Richard Behnk...
Mar 22, 2021 Cass County Sheriff Cruiser. (Photo by John McNeill).
Drought conditions across much of Michigan are leading to fire danger concerns
GRAND RAPIDS, MI (WKZO AM/FM) -- March 2021 has been one of the driest months on record in West Michigan and in many areas across the state. Kalamazoo, Battle Creek, Grand Rapids, and areas in-between...
Mar 22, 2021 Abnormally dry conditions in Michigan - Michigan Drought Monitor
Suspect in property theft shot and killed by homeowner in Van Buren County
DECATUR TOWNSHIP, MI (WKZO AM/FM) -- Van Buren County investigators say a suspect who was trying to steal items from a property in Decatur Township was shot and killed by one of the homeowners there. ...
Mar 22, 2021
KDPS to address X-Train concerns through virtual town hall
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) -- With warmer weather comes the motivation for outdoor parties and gatherings despite COVID-19. One event that's troubled Kalamazoo's north side for over 20 years now accor...
Mar 21, 2021 Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety logo
Portage Parks and Recreation poised to accommodate outdoor enthusiasts
PORTAGE, MI (WKZO AM/FM) -- As temperatures begin to rise, Portage Parks and Recreation set to provide ample outdoor recreation opportunities from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. During early spring, park use...
Mar 21, 2021 Portage City Hall seal. (Photo by John McNeil).
Kalamazoo County COVID-19 vaccination update
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) -- The Kalamazoo County Health and Community Services Department is reporting that 97,273 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered to Kalamazoo County residents....
Mar 20, 2021 Marco Verch Professional Photographer / CC
Police ask for help identifying man found in medical distress
KALAMAZOO TOWNSHIP, MI (WKZO AM/FM) - The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department is looking for help with identifying a person that was found in medical distress in the 1100 block of Grand Pre Avenue...
Mar 19, 2021
Power line knocked off during high winds causes Battle Creek house fire
BATTLE CREEK, MI (WKZO AM/FM) -- Fire crews in Battle Creek responded to a house fire Thursday afternoon that appeared to be caused when a power line was knocked off of a utility pole during high wind...
Mar 19, 2021 liz west / CC
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