Mickey Ciokajlo

A swing set, I wrote, would openly welcome children to the historic center of our community and also serve as a symbol that, while we have deep respect for the past, we are also embracing the future.

One of the victims, a 28-year-old man, was taken to Bronson Methodist Hospital in critical condition. The other two victims suffered non-life-threatening injuries, police said.

The victim is in critical condition, Matyas said.

Our culture, nature and nightlife, combined with our relative proximity to Chicago and Detroit, makes the Kalamazoo area an attractive place for young professionals, whether you’re already here or are looking to return.

She has been a mother for nearly 50 years and she is still there for us whenever we need her.

The five monuments are positioned to form the shape of a star. They are encircled by a base of bricks, many of them engraved with the names of past service members.

DaQuan Pritchett, 18, of Kalamazoo, turned himself in at Kalamazoo Public Safety headquarters, police said Sunday night.

George Franklin’s book is a reminder that there are many amazing and interesting people who also happen to be our neighbors.

The release of a new AC/DC album may evoke shrugs or sneers in some quarters. But, for me, it’s part of the yardstick on my life.

Portage Department of Public Safety is asking motorists to avoid the area of South Westnedge Avenue and Shaver Road following a car-pedestrian accident.