Below are News Channel 3’s top stories from the past week.
‘We failed you’: Kalamazoo church apologizes after viral TikTok, reports receiving threats
A church in Kalamazoo has found itself at the center of a viral video, with millions of views and counting, depicting a controversial interaction with a homeless woman last September.
The woman, Mandy of Kalamazoo, said she was staying the night in her car in the parking lot of Second Reformed Church when she was told by staff to leave.
Environmental groups file federal lawsuit to halt Palisades Nuclear Plant reopening
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and Holtec, who have been working to re-open the Palisades Nuclear Power Plant in Covert Township, are facing a federal lawsuit from multiple environmental groups.
Beyond Nuclear, Don’t Waste Michigan, and Michigan Safe Energy Future are contesting an exemption request from Holtec to reverse the shutdown of Palisades years ago.
Mattawan community unites in vigil after tragic death of 10-year-old boy
Four days after the tragic death of a 10-year-old Mattawan student, many members of the community came together in grief and prayer Monday evening.
The prayer gathering, held on the lawn of the Mattawan Consolidated School District, brought together a large group of people including teachers, students, family members, as well as others who did not know the boy personally but felt the community’s loss.
Drivers report being chased, shot at on US-131; woman hospitalized with minor injuries
A woman was hurt after a shooting Saturday morning on US-131 near the 45 mile marker, according to the Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO).
At around 2:41 a.m. dispatch received calls about a vehicle heading the wrong way on the highway, deputies said.
Maple Hill Holiday Parade brings festive cheer to Kalamazoo
Check out some of the best shots from the Maple Hill Holiday Parade in Kalamazoo!
‘This is totally unprecedented’: Declining birth rates could start impacting West Michigan
A change happening in society could start impacting West Michigan school districts and the workforce.
Around the world, across the country and in local counties, birth rates are declining.
Portage opens doors to affordable housing with Stanwood Crossings development tours
The City of Portage is focusing on finding affordable housing for its residents.
Stanwood Crossings workforce homes are one of the latest developments. Potential homebuyers have the opportunity to tour the homes at Stanley and Woodbine Avenues Thursday and Friday.
Northbound US-131 closes, reopens after cement truck crash in Allegan County
Drivers were asked to take an alternate route after a cement truck rolled over on US-131 Monday afternoon, according to the Allegan County Sheriff’s Office.
The crash happened on the northbound side of the highway near 142nd Avenue in Dorr, Mich.