Category Archives: State News
WMU Cooley Law faculty unanimously adopt anti-racism resolution
LANSING, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — On Tuesday, July 7, the Western Michigan University Cooley Law School faculty unanimously adopted a resolution during its faculty conference meeting repudiating racism...
Jul 08, 2020
Residents reminded to stay safe as summer temperatures remain high
LANSING, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — With temperatures across the state expected to remain in the 80’s and above through next week, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is re...
Jul 08, 2020
AG Nessel announces historic $3 million fine against liquor distributor for 88 violations
LANSING, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — Attorney General Dana Nessel and Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC) Chair Pat Gagliardi have secured an unprecedented $3 million fine and independent audit agai...
Jul 08, 2020
Kzoo Co. resident tests positive for COVID-19 after visiting Oceana Co. event
ROTHBURY, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — Attendees of an event that took place after the cancellation of a major electronic music festival in Michigan may have been exposed to the coronavirus. The Kalamazoo ...
Jul 08, 2020
Upton Pushing for Broadband Access Expansion Bill
WASHINGTON (WHTC-AM/FM) – Leaders from higher education institutions across the US are telling Congress the biggest struggle they face from the coronavirus pandemic is the digital divide. House ...
Jul 08, 2020
Michigan joins COVID-19 school funding lawsuit against Secretary DeVos
LANSING, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — Tuesday, state officials announced a multi-state lawsuit against U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos. The lawsuit is being filed over funding for private and public s...
Jul 07, 2020
Attorney releases video showing death of Cornelius Fredericks
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — The attorney for the family of Cornelius Fredericks is calling the video of his restraint “horrific” and “graphic.” Attorney Geoffrey Fieger ...
Jul 07, 2020
Shortage of teacher subs expected this fall
DETROIT, MI (WTVB) – Schools around Michigan are expecting substitute teachers to be in short supply this fall amid the coronavirus pandemic. However, Lezlie Soda with substitute teacher staffin...
Jul 07, 2020
Friends of George Floyd attending Kalamazoo rally
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — Kalamazoo has seen a number of rallies, marches and demonstrations since the death of George Floyd over six weeks ago, but the biggest event may be this weekend. Kal...
Jul 07, 2020
Bell's Mango Oberon hits store shelves
COMSTOCK TOWNSHIP, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — Bell’s Brewery is putting a twist on a classic summertime beer. This week the Kalamazoo area brewery will begin shipping its Mango Oberon for a limited...
Jul 07, 2020
