Local News
Explosions Rock Tent City in Kalamazoo
The blackened, soggy remains of blankets, clothing, tents, and other items dotted the Encampment on Sunday night.
Student Input on School Resource Officers is Sought
Kalamazoo, MI- A student-led and created survey, virtually shared and hard copies circulated in various communities throughout Kalamazoo with the support of community members and local organizations. Recently, newly hired Kalamazoo Public Schools, Superintendent Dr....
Fast Pace Linking to Youth Focused Organizations
Kalamazoo, MI- Kalamazoo Youth Development Network will be hosting a Youth LINK event Wednesday, December 16, 2020 to give the youth a chance to learn about what youth advocacy organizations are operating in the Kalamazoo area! This Youth LINK Event will be in...
Are We Prepared? Working As An Collective To Be Safe
40 days. If you haven’t already, NOW is the time to prepare. Here are some tips: Learn self defense. Arm yourself. Get a gas mask and a helmet. Cardio. Stock up on non perishable food, water and a portable water filter, and first aid supplies. Identify and secure...
Press Release BLACK VOTERS MATTER bus tour
Youth Leaders ask School Board Candidates Tough Questions
Engaging the under 18 crowd isn’t usually a big priority for candidates during election season. Votes win elections, and campaigns will leave no stone unturned in order to identify and appeal to voters, register eligible adults, and talk about the issues with anyone...
Hispanic News
Kalamazoo & SW Michigan BIPOC Communities Safety Suggestions For the 2021 Presidential Inauguration
Kalamazoo, MI- A message from organizers that are asking for members of BIPOC communities to taken in consideration as you plan your daily activities leading up the 2021 Presidential Inauguration. BIPOC/ALLY Community Safety Suggestions for Jan. 17-20, 2021 Greeting...
KPS Schools & Massive city-wide shutdown
Kalamazoo Public School regular board meeting on Thursday, March 12 was shortly followed with breaking news of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's order. All -12 school buildings are closed for the next three week and will re-open, April 6. Spring break for students in Kalamazoo...
Kalamazoo Residents Voice Concerns at Kick-Off Series of Community Candidate Forums
A group of parents, educators and students organized the kick-off of a series of community forums in the community. The Edison Neighborhood Association was near capacity during the first of community forum on September 24. City commission candidates and mayoral...
Candidate Forum Organized by Community Members
Kalamazoo, MI- Members of Kalamazoo community are preparing for a city-wide forum involved folks that seek the city commission and mayor post. Citizens will have an opportunity to submit questions prior to the forum scheduled for September 24, 2019 at The Edison...
Spring 2019 Urban Democracy FEAST
Organizers of Urban Democracy FEAST are gearing up for the next FEAST at El Concilo located in Kalamazoo. The group seeks to provide crowd-funded micro grants to grassroots organization in Kalamazoo. To find out more about what provides are funded, visit,...
KPS Board Candidates Participate in Pre-election Community Forum
Check back for updates of each forum.
State/National News
17-Year-Old Creates a Website Tracking Coronavirus Cases Globally
A teenager’s site has gotten to be one of the foremost crucial assets for individuals looking for precise and up to date information on the following coronavirus pandemic. In late December, when...
Kick-Off to Without/-Borders? 2016 on Kalamazoo College
Kalamazoo, MI- Friday morning on K-College,busy with visitors local and distant for the kick-off of With/out-Borders? 2016. Facilitating the dialogue for the first AfroFuturism Plenary are Alex Lubin. Alex Lubin is Professor and Chair of the American Studies...
Let Us “Caucus” and Be Heard
Kalamazoo, MI-Michigan United, a statewide organization of community members and institutions fighting for the dignity hosted a debriefing/processing dialogue for members (MU), community leaders, and community members to discuss the recent mass shootings in Kalamazoo....
Michigan United and Michigan Organizing Project Rally For Immigration Reform In Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo- Thursday, over 100 members of Michigan United held a symbolic rehearsal citizenship ceremony for "Future Citizens" of the steps of the County Courthouse highlighting the need to comprehensive immigration reform with an earned path to citizenship this year....
Concerned Citizens Honor The Life Of Trayvon Martin In Kalamazoo, MI
Afghan Parliament Blocks Violence Against Women Law
A vote on the Elimination of Violence against Women law a was delayed by the Speaker of the Lower house of Afghan Parliament this past Saturday. Conservative members of Parliament (MPs) were in opposition against the measure, claiming it un-Islamic. Even though the...
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