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Health Agency investigating Cyclosporiasis Outbreak
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency has been monitoring the outbreak of Cyclospor...
2h ago

Nessel urges residence to report prolonged power outages
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Some Branch County residence have now been without power for five days since severe storms swept throu...
2h ago

High water levels on area lakes prompts warning from Sheriff's Department
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Branch County Sheriff's Office has issued an official warning regarding high-water levels across l...
3h ago

Peters says founding fathers vision played a role on not seeking re election
WASHINGTON DC, (WTVB) - Michigan Democratic Senator Gary Peters announced that he will not seek a third term in the 2026 elec...
8h ago

Cranson tabbed to lead Branch County United Way
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Branch County United Way has named Nate Cranson of Bronson as its new Executive Director. Cranson ...
8h ago

Power outages entering fifth day for some Consumers Energy customers
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Consumers Energy utility crews continue working around the clock as power outages from weekend storms ...
9h ago

St Joseph County Sheriff warns of Phone Scam that impersonates deputy
CENTERVILLE, MI (WTVB) - The St. Joseph County Sheriff's Office is warning of an active phone scam where fraudsters impersona...
9h ago

School districts assessing impact of recently passed 2026-27 state budget
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Michigan Legislature approved the state's budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year on Friday, and school...
16h ago

Calhoun County Sheriff's Office seeking information in Burlington Township shots fired investigation
BURLINGTON TOWNSHIP, MI (WKZO AM/FM) - The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help as they continue t...
Jul 06, 2026

Alcohol believed to be factor in Steuben County fatal accident, driver charged
ANGOLA, IN (WTVB) - 20-year-old Ohio man has died following a July 4 crash near Angola, Indiana, where a pontoon boat detache...
Jul 06, 2026

British influencers Josh & Jase announce summer trip to Michigan
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - British social media stars Josh & Jase have officially announced their highly anticipated summer r...
Jul 06, 2026

Quincy drying out after Sunday flooding
QUINCY, MI (WTVB) - The drier weather is a welcome site in Quincy today after mother nature followed up severe storms on Frid...
Jul 06, 2026

Rock of Ages set to debut at Tibbits Opra House this weekend
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The historic Tibbits Opera House, is officially preparing to transport audiences back to L.A.'s Sunset...
Jul 06, 2026

Branch County to directly benefit from latest MSP recruitment class
MARSHALL, MI (WTVB) - The Michigan State Police (MSP) Marshall Post is receiving eight new troopers this summer as part of an...
Jul 06, 2026

Business Beat : Elmet Technologies is hiring for new growth opportunities
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Elmet Technologies has announced a new hiring initiative aimed at bringing motivated and talented ind...
Jul 06, 2026

Gas prices continue to fall into new work week
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The average price for a gallon of gas in Michigan is back under four-dollars a gallon. Triple-A Michi...
Jul 06, 2026

Weekend storms wreak havoc across Branch County and Southern Michigan
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Severe thunderstorms and heavy rains hammered Branch County and southern Michigan over the holiday wee...
Jul 06, 2026

Health agency warns of Algal Blooms in area waterways
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency is urging residents to watch for Harmful Algal...
Jul 06, 2026

Suspect in custody after one dead and one wounded in Battle Creek shooting incident
BATTLE CREEK, MI (WKZO AM/FM) - A 28-year-old Battle Creek man is dead, and a 28-year-old Battle Creek woman is hospitalized,...
Jul 06, 2026

Out of state crews brought in to help with power restoration
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Consumers Energy says it will be focusing today on communities hit hardest by this weekend's pre-holid...
Jul 05, 2026


